A must see. Edinburgh Castle stands on Castle Rock, an ancient volcanic rock, and has served as a royal palace and garrison castle for centuries. See the Scottish crown jewels, visit famous rooms such as the Great Hall and St Margaret’s Chapel, and learn about the Scottish monarchs and garrisons who have lived here. Tip: always book your tickets in advance.
Old Town is the district where most of Edinburgh’s tourist attractions can be found. The Royal Mile is its main street, made up of Castlehill, Lawnmarket, Canongate and High Street, and runs from Edinburgh Castle down to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Along it you will find St Giles’ Cathedral, The Scotch Whisky Experience and the World of Illusions.
A monastery was founded here by King David I in the twelfth century at the lower end of the Royal Mile. It grew into the main residence of the Scottish monarchs and remains the monarch’s official residence in Scotland. Highlights include the Great Gallery, the King’s Gallery and the Palace Gardens. Tip: check the palace website for opening times and ticket availability on your date.
Formed in 2006 by the merger of the Museum of Scotland and the Royal Scottish Museum, with an extensive collection of Scottish antiquities, culture, science, technology, history and natural history. Entry is free, and with six sections it is worth allowing plenty of time.
Part educational and part interactive, this visit teaches you how Scotch whisky is distilled and lets you get to know it through tasting. The tour ends in the tasting room, where you can see the largest collection of Scotch whiskies and try one or more depending on your ticket.
A 15th-century chapel in the village of Roslin, just outside Edinburgh, known for its richly carved stonework. It is still a working church, and guided talks on its history and main carvings are available during your visit.
A historic castle in the East Neuk of Fife, surrounded by a walled garden.
A small historic lighthouse at North Queensferry harbour, with views of the Forth bridges.
The ruins of a 15th century castle on the Kirkcaldy coast, set within Ravenscraig Park.
The story of Dunfermline’s most famous son, the industrialist and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie, told at the cottage where he was born.
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