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Edinburgh Attractions

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Read More Edinburgh Castle
A landmark building and popular tourist attraction, Edinburgh castle offers beautiful views over the city.
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Read More National Gallery of Scotland
The National Gallery of Scotland is home to the country's largest collection of European works of art. The paintings and sculptures on display reflect styles ranging from the Renaissance to the Post-Impressionist.
Read More National Museum of Antiquities of Scotland
The National Museum of Antiquities of Scotland consists of three floors of exhibits and shares its location with the Portrait Gallery. The Museum showcases several artifacts from the Neolithic age.
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Read More Palace of Holyrood House
(Royal Mile)
Offering beautiful views of Edinburgh, Holyroodhouse Palace is the Queen's official residence in the city. The Palace is closed off to visitors in the Summers when the Queen is in residence.
Read More Royal Botanic Garden
Amongst the oldest gardens in the British Isles is Edinburgh's impressive, 70 acre Royal Botanical Garden. The Garden features an impressive diversity of flora.
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Read More Royal Mile
The Royal Mile refers to the stretch between Edinburgh Castle and Holyroodhouse Palace. The road is lined with charming townhouses and quaint shops which attract tourists and locals alike.
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Read More Calton Hill
A scenic site of volcanic origin, Calton Hill offers beautiful views over Edinburgh.
Read More Canongate Tolbooth
(Canongate)
The Canongate Tolbooth museum, previously the town hall and prison, exhibits artifacts documenting the history of Edinburgh since the 18th century.
Read More Charlotte Square
Charlotte Square is home to the famous Georgian House which depicts the life of an average family in the late 18th century.
Read More City Art Centre
Read More Dean Village
A charming part of the city, Dean Village is a quaint and picturesque village featuring classical landscaping.
Read More Empire Palace Theatre
Dating back to 1892, the splendidly decorated Empire Palace Theatre has hosted performances by such famous artists as Anna Pavlova, Charlie Chaplin and Charles Laughton.
Read More Georgian House
(Charlotte Square)
Read More Grassmarket
Once the site of public executions, Grassmarket is now a lively square lined with pubs and quaint little shops.
Read More John Knox House
(Royal Mile)
Prints and writings about the famous reformer John Knox are displayed in the historical John Knox House which now serves as a museum.
Read More National Library of Scotland
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Read More Princes Street
A prime street in the city lined with shops, markets and cafes, Princes Street is a bustling area that is popular with tourists and locals alike.
Read More Royal Museum of Scotland
Nestled inside a Victorian style building dating back to 1861 is the Royal Museum of Scotland. Spread across two floors, the Museum exhibits artifacts ranging from Primitive art to the space age.
Read More Scottish National Portrait Gallery
(Princes Street)
The Scottish National Portrait Gallery displays paintings of important personalities throughout Scottish history. Some historical landscape paintings can also be found in the Gallery.
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Read More St Giles Cathedral
(Royal Mile)
A Gothic style church, St Giles Cathedral is the principal church of Edinburgh.
Read More Caiy Stane
Read More Camera Obscura
Read More Canal Center
Read More Crafts Direct (closed)
Read More Cramond
Read More Edinburgh Playhouse
Read More George Heriot's School
Read More Gilmerton Cove
Read More King's Theatre
Read More Lamb's House
Read More Malcolm Innes Gallery
Read More Maxwell's Birthplace
Read More Maxwell's Residence
Read More Merchiston Castle
Read More New Town
Read More Old Town
Read More Royal Lyceum Theatre
Read More Royal Scottish Academy
Read More Scottish Royal Infirmary
Read More Seton Collegiate Church
Read More St Andrew Square
Read More Stenhouse Mansion
Read More The Mound
Read More Traverse Theatre
Read More Usher Hall
Read More Waverley Market

Edinburgh Surroundings

Read More South Queensferry, Scotland
The village of South Queensferry has two noteworthy bridges, and two architectural highlights; the Tudor Gothic style Dalmeny House, and the Baroque Hopetoun House.
Read More Craigmillar Castle
Dating back to the 14th Century, the Medieval Craigmillar Castle is a popular attraction with tourists and locals alike.
Read More Crichton Castle
Reflecting Medieval and Renaissance architecture, Chricton Castle is situated on the banks of Tyne Water.
Read More Dunsyre Stonypath
A cultural oasis nestled in Pentland Hills, Dunsyre Stonypath features impressive gardens, chapels, sundials and engraved stones.
Read More Haddington, Scotland
The fine town of Haddington was founded in the 12th C and is a popular place for day-tripping tourists from Edinburgh.
Read More Lauriston Castle
A beautiful country mansion reflecting a typically Renaissance style, Lauriston Castle was first built by Sir Archibald Napier.
Read More Leith, Scotland
Leith is a port town displaying a fine collection of well preserved 17th C homes and commercial buildings.
Read More Roslin, Scotland
Roslin, a mining village south of Edinburgh, is a popular spot with tourists and locals alike.
Read More Zoological Park
Spanning across an area of 80 acres, Edinburgh's zoological park is the largest in Scotland. The Zoo is home to the largest penguin colony in the world.
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