Outstanding example of 15th century gothic architecture. Famed for the beauty of its carvings and the aura of mystery and magic that surround them. The famous apprentice pillar, green men and others m ... more

Arniston House is a magnificent Palladian style Mansion House that was started in 1726 by William Adam. It is home to the Dundas family. The house collection boasts wonderful Scottish portraiture by ... more

Savour the nostalgia of the railway age and travel by steam train from Bo'ness to the caverns at Birkhill - and visit Scotland's largest collection of locomotives, carriages, wagons and railwayana. more

A ranger service operates at Dalkeith to help people enjoy the beauties of the countryside and the work of a country estate. Guided walks, talks and special school activities are available year round  ... more

Enjoy the great pleasure of watching hundreds of the worlds most spectacular and colourful butterflies flying all around you. Share the world of the butterfly as they fly, sip nectar, court, egg  ... more

Edinburgh Castle dominates the city of Edinburgh like no other castle in Scotland, and Edinburgh Castle is unequalled in the whole of the British Isles. Over one thousand years of history sit on top o ... more

Transport yourself back to the darkest moments in the Scotland's history within the deep depths of the Edinburgh Dungeon. Live actors, shows, a spooky ride and interactive special effects ensure that  ... more

Welcome to Edinburgh Zoo, the largest and most exciting wildlife attraction in Scotland, commited to the highest standards of animal welfare, conservation and environmental education. In just ... more

Step back in time to bustling and turbulent 17th century Edinburgh. Explore Thomas Gladstone’s land to discover the lives of his tenants and experience what life was really like in Edinburgh’s old tow ... more

South and East of Edinburgh, where the high, green Lammermuir Hills begin to roll more gently north towards the Firth of Forth, lies the farming country of East Lothian. Acres of barley grow in t ... more

Kailzie Gardens in the Scottish Borders are open 7 days a week throughout the year. In their seasons, including the display of Snowdrops, Daffodils and sheets of Bluebells, the Gardens provide a rich  ... more

Kinneil Museum is located in the 17th century stable block of Kinneil House and acts as an interpretative centre for Kinneil Estate. The exhibition 2,000 Years of History tells the story of the park f ... more

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 prop ... more

Scotland's largest Designer Outlet with over 90 shops, all under one spectacular glass roof. Our Designer Outlets offer permanent discounts of 30% to 70% off prestigious labels. All merchandise is sto ... more

Described as 'the noisiest museum in the world'. the Museum of Childhood is a favourite with adults and children alike. It is a treasure house, crammed full of objects telling of childhood, past and p ... more

Man's fascination with flight comes to life at this protected First and Second World War airfield. Now home to Scotland's Concorde. more

A striking landmark in Edinburgh's old town, this magnificent museum presents for the first time, the story of Scotland - it's land, people and culture. more

Newhailes is a fine historic house in a fascinating 18th century designed landscape. The house, one of the most important rococo interiors in Scotland, contains a fine collection of paintings. The lib ... more

The Mother Earth of all adventures. Earth Explorers get ready … as you are about to go travelling through time and across the planet on a rollercoaster journey of discovery! There’s so much to se ... more

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence in Scotland of Her Majesty The Queen, stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile against the spectacular backdrop of Arthur's Seat. This fine baroq ... more

A water-driven meal mill has existed here for centuries, and these attractive stone buildings date from the 18th century. Watch the still-intact mechanism at work, and then learn about milling in the  ... more

Priorwood Garden's glorious herbaceous borders produce the flowers that are dried on the premises, using techniques derived from the ancient Egyptians. Visitors can browse among the unique range of dr ... more

A unique example of our industrial heritage in the form of a fully operational Victorian Letterpress Printing Works in the Borders town of Innerleithen. Discover at this fascinating restored printing  ... more

Acknowledged as one of the world's finest gardens. Stunning 72-acre garden in the heart of Edinburgh, featuring a magnificent Victorian Palmhouse. Events and exhibitions throughout the year. Admission ... more

The Royal Museum houses the International Collections and contains an extraordinary range of objects from around the globe. It covers life, the universe and beyond. more

You’ll receive a truly warm welcome at Britannia’s Visitor Centre in Ocean Terminal before you step on board. Here you can view displays and historic photographs that detail Britannia’s fascinating pa ... more

The Scotch Whisky Experience visitor attraction brings 300 years of Scotch Whisky history to life. This unique interactive visitor attraction Edinburgh, allows you to experience the sights, sounds ... more

The Scottish Seabird Centre is an award winning wildlife visitor centre and one of Scotland's five star attractions. From its stunning location overlooking the sea and islands of the Forth, visitors e ... more

St Giles' Cathedral is the historic City Church of Edinburgh with its famed crown spire on the Royal Mile between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Also known as the High Kirk of Edinb ... more

Summerlee Heritage Park's 22 Acres form one of Scotland's foremost industrial heritage visitor attractions and is situated around the site of the 19th Century Summerlee Ironworks and a restored sectio ... more

A formidable stronghold set atop cliffs on the Firth of Forth, Tantallon Castle was the seat of the Douglas Earls of Angus, one of the most powerful baronial families in Scotland. Tantallon served as  ... more

Described as the finest Georgian square in Europe, Charlotte Square was designed by master architect Robert Adam, and is the crowning glory of Edinburgh's New Town. No 7, is The Georgian House, a vivi ... more

Scotland's new Parliament sits at the foot of Edinburgh's famous Royal Mile in front of the spectacular Holyrood Park and Salisbury Crags. Constructed from a mixture of steel, oak, and granite, the co ... more

'THE OLDEST INHABITED HOUSE IN SCOTLAND'. 18th century working brewery, museum and shops. Dating back to 1107 it was originally a hunting lodge for the kings and queens of Scotland. Later a refuge for ... more

Explore Edinburgh's hidden natural asset the Water of Leith, visit our fantastic interactive exhibition at the Visitor Centre and discover the river's wildlife and heritage. The interactive exhibi ... more