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Museum of ChilhoodDescribed 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 present. | ![]() |
Royal Botanic Garden EdinburghThe Botanics captures the imagination of everyone who visits and is world renowned for its horticultural excellence. Over 70 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds provide a tranquil haven just one mile from the city centre. . | ![]() |
Edinburgh's HogmanayEdinburgh’s Hogmanay is the largest New Year event in the world and its celebrations are internationally renowned. The Festival is best known for it's unrivalled New Year's Eve street party which attracts up to 100,000 people every year. Throughout the Festival there's an entertaining and engaging programme of festive celebrations, with activities suitable for the whole family. | ![]() |
Holyrood ParkVisit Holyrood Park to take a trip through 350 million years of history. You can climb the great volcano which forms Arthur’s seat and Salisbury Crags. Imagine huge glaciers as they ploughed their way towards the sea, shaping the landscape you see today. | ![]() |
Queensferry MuseumSituated in the historic former royal burgh of Queensferry, the museum commands magnificent views of the two great bridges spanning the Forth. Its collections trace the history of the people of Queensferry and Dalmeny, the historic ferry passage to Fife, the building of the road and rail bridges, and the wildlife of the Forth estuary.
Queensferry's unique history is highlighted by the ancient annual custom of the Burry Man. | ![]() |
Lauriston CastleOnly three miles from the bustle of Princes Street, Lauriston Castle is set in 30 acres of parkland and formal gardens with spectacular views overlooking the Firth of Forth.
A 19th century mansion built around a 16th century tower house, the Castle has been home to a number of notable Scots. It’s Edwardian-period interiors remain exactly as they were in 1926 and provide an ideal backdrop to a rich collections of furniture and applied art. | ![]() |
Edinburgh ZooWelcome to Edinburgh Zoo, the largest and most exciting wildlife attraction in Scotland, committed to the highest standards of animal welfare, conservation and environmental education.
In just one day, you can meet over 1,000 wonderful animals, in our beautiful parkland setting on the outskirts of Edinburgh. | ![]() |
The Royal Yacht BritanniaThe Royal Yacht Britannia is one of the world's most famous ships. Launched at John Brown's Shipyard in Clydebank in 1953, the Royal Yacht proudly served Queen and country for 44 years. During that time Britannia carried The Queen and the Royal Family on 968 official voyages, from the remotest regions of the South Seas to the deepest divides of Antarctica. | ![]() |
3D Loch Ness ExperienceA new Loch Ness mystery has unfolded with the discovery of a huge underwater cavern which sections of the media have dubbed 'Nessie's Lair'.
Auxiliary coastguard and Drumnadrochit businessman George Edwards made this spectacular find when he was on a coastguard training exercise on the Loch. He picked up an abnormal signal on his sonar. | ![]() |
Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect WorldEnjoy a visit to one of the world's largest all-year round collection of free-flying exotic butterflies in a large indoor rainforest. See an Iguana roam free in the jungle flora, and our large Koi carp pond . The “Bugs and Beasties” exhibition includes poisonous arrow frogs, jumping stick grasshoppers, tarantulas and the amazing leaf-cutter ants. | ![]() |
Bennie MuseumThe Bennie Museum opened in 1989 as a museum of Bathgate's history and life. It is run entirely by volunteers under the management of a Charitable Trust. It has been commended by the Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions. | ![]() |
The Five Sisters Zoo ParkWelcome to the Five Sisters Zoo park, the latest and most exciting wildlife attraction to open in West Lothian. Our zoo park is home to many birds, animals, reptiles and insects, and is open seven days a week, our Winter opening hours are 10am til 5pm.
The number and variety of animals at the zoo park changes almost every week so be sure to visit us often. | ![]() |
Tantalllon CastleSet on the edge of the cliffs, looking out to the Bass Rock, this formidable castle was a stronghold of the Douglas family. It features earthwork defences and a massive 50ft-high 14th century curtain wall with towers. Ground floor access only for visitors using wheelchairs or with limited mobility, but the grounds can be explored. | ![]() |
Scottish ParliamentTheir principles are openness, accountability, the sharing of power and equal opportunities. These are at the heart of all our activities and we hope you find this website lives up to these principles. In this section of the website you can find out more about the role and duties of the Presiding Officer you can also read reports about some previous activities. | ![]() |
Dirleton CastleA romantic castle often in the forefront of Scottish history since it was built in the 12th century. The renowned gardens include an Arts and Crafts herbaceous border and Victorian garden. The herbaceous border has been authenticated by the Guinness Book of Records as the world's longest. | ![]() |
Christmas in EdinburghGet into the Christmas sprit as Edinburgh makes it a December to remember with fabulous festive celebrations and a month long Christmas party!
From the glittering lights of George Street to the Edinburgh Eye, it's a spectacular seasonal treat. Explore the German market for unusal gift ideas, tasty treats and warming mulled wine or take to the ice at Winter Wonderland. Whatever your age, Edinburgh's Christmas is a magical way to make the most of the season of good will. | ![]() |
Almond Valley Heritage CentreAn innovative museum packed full of things to prod, sniff, shake and discover, with activities to be enjoyed by every member of the family. Crawl through tunnels, hunt for fossils, explore secret works and invest your savings in Scotland's famous shale oil industry. Blow oily bubbles, become a sanitary inspector, and explore a microscopic universe. | ![]() |
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