Let In Edinburgh

The magnificent ruins of Linlithgow Palace, set in its own park beside a Loch, stand as a reminder of its past greatness, and treasures including the great hall and chapel show how impressive the property must have been in its heyday. It was the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots in 1542. There are so many rooms, passages and stairways that its easy to get lost walking around. However the palace apartments are all arranged around a central courtyard, giving the air of some renaissance French chateaux, so it is easy to look through windows to get a bearing on where you are. Historic Scotland, who administer the care of the building, provide a detailed guide book which is available at the palace.
The palace is about half way between Edinburgh and Stirling, and is open to the public all year round.