If you are going to Scotland at any time of the year, there is much to see and do. Here we take a look at just 10 of the best places to visit.
Edinburgh Castle
This is one of Scotland’s most atmospheric and popular tourist attractions. During the 11th century, King Malcolm Canmore (1058–93) and Queen Margaret made their home here. You can enjoy a walk around Edinburgh at your own pace, or discover more with a guided tour.
Culzean Castle & Country Park in South Ayrshire
The Scottish National Trust’s flagship property, magnificent Culzean (kull-ane) is one of the most impressive of Scotland’s stately homes perched on a clifftop. It has a super play area for kids, which recreates the castle on a smaller scale.
Maeshowe Archaeological Site
Constructed approximately 5000 years ago, Maeshowe is an amazing place to visit. There is an impressive Stone Age tomb built from huge sandstone blocks. Some of which weighed several tonnes and were brought from several miles away. They must have needed some weight training to achieve such a mission!
Stirling Castle
You may compare this castle to Edinburgh Castle, but Stirling’s fortress is actually more atmospheric with its location, architecture, historical significance and amazing views. There are many day trips available, or alternatively, visit late afternoon to avoid the crowds.
Scone Palace in Perth
The original palace of 1580 was on this historic site but was rebuilt in the early 19th century as a Georgian mansion of extreme elegance and luxury. The self-guided tour takes you through lots of beautiful rooms crammed with glorious French furniture and noble portraits.
Royal Yacht Britannia in Leith
This fabulous yacht was built on Clydeside and was the British Royal Family’s holiday home during their foreign travels from 1953 until her decommissioning in 1997. It now rests in front of Ocean Terminal. There is an audio guide available in 30 languages.
Traquair House in Peebles
Traquair House is a truly amazing place to explore with strange, sloping floors and a rather musty odour that gives it a genuine feel. A good many parts of the building were probably constructed long before the first official record that it existed back in 1107.
Glasgow Cathedral
Glasgow Cathedral is so atmospheric with a dark and imposing interior that conjures up medieval times. It boasts amazing Gothic architecture, and unlike most of Scotland’s cathedrals, it survived the turmoil of the Reformation. In fact, many of the current buildings date to the 15th century.
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art in Edinburgh
This fascinating gallery of modern art is split between two amazing neoclassical buildings surrounded by landscaped grounds. The gallery is the actual starting point for a walk along the Water of Leith.
Rosslyn Chapel in the Lothians
Made famous in more recent years by Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code, the Rosslyn Chapel has become even more popular. Having been built in the mid-15th century for Sir William St Clair, the third Prince of Orkney the chapel is well worth a visit.
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