Situated in Lady Stair's House, built in 1622, The Writers' Museum is dedicated to the lives and work of Scotland's great literary figures, in particluar Robert Burns (1759 - 1796), Sir Walter Scott ( ... more

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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

The complex of buildings known as the Chambers Institution was given to the townspeople of Peebles in 1859 for their social, moral and intellectual improvement by Dr. William Chambers, the publisher,  ... 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

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Torness nuclear power station is located approximately 30 miles east of the city of Edinburgh at Torness Point near Dunbar in East Lothian, Scotland. It is a local landmark, highly visible from the ma ... 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

You will be guided through the underground closes (very narrow streets) by one of the characters from the past whose life touched Mary King’s Close. Your guide will reveal dramatic episodes involving  ... 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

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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

Gardens & Horticulture 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

The Cathedral is instantly recognised by its three spires - a prominent feature of Edinburgh's sky-line - and it is also home to a lively, thriving congregation. The Cathedral has had a distinguished  ... 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

A National Nature Reserve, and important site for cliff-nesting sea-birds from May to August. Visitors can watch them wheeling and diving in countless numbers below the high cliffs here on the edge of ... more

Set high on a rocky outcrop, Smailholm is a well-preserved 15th century rectangular tower set within a barmkin wall. Inside the tower is a model of this Pringle residence and a charming collection of  ... more

An attractive ecclesiastical building, Seton Collegiate Church has a 15th century chancel and apse. The church's steeple and transepts were added by the widow of the Lord Seton, who was killed at the  ... more

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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

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Set in the wonderfully restored Lady Victoria Colliery on the A7 at Newtongrange, this five star visitor attraction, recently voted Scotland’s Most Treasured Place, houses the story of coal for Scotla ... more

Agriculture / Working Farms 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

Heritage & Industrial more

The Raymond Russell Collection of Early Keyboard Instruments, housed in St Cecilia's Hall on Niddry Street in the Cowgate, Edinburgh is one of the world's most important collections of its type, and a ... 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

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The Royal Observatory Edinburgh Visitor Centre is a window into the world of one of Scotland's leading centres of science and technology. We have the (second!) biggest telescope in Scotland. Our scien ... 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

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

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

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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

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

Prestongrange is a site of major importance in the story of Scotland's Industrial Revolution. It was the location of a sixteenth century harbour, a seventeenth century glass works, eighteenth and nine ... more