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It’s hard to describe Edinburgh without using superlatives such as romantic, charming, historic and atmospheric.
After a visit to Scotland’s Capital city we’re sure that you will be using these very same words when you tell your friends and family all about your vacation or short-break in Edinburgh.
With Scotland's most famous castle dominating the city skyline, there is plenty to see and do with the perfect balance between all things traditional and contemporary.
There are World-class museums and galleries to visit, excellent shopping to distract you and some of Scotland’s finest restaurants to tempt your tastebuds.
Further afield the beauty of the Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and picturesque Loch Lomond, are all easily accessible.
Edinburgh has it all and we’re here to help you get the very best from your time in our City.
After a visit to Scotland’s Capital city we’re sure that you will be using these very same words when you tell your friends and family all about your vacation or short-break in Edinburgh.
With Scotland's most famous castle dominating the city skyline, there is plenty to see and do with the perfect balance between all things traditional and contemporary.
There are World-class museums and galleries to visit, excellent shopping to distract you and some of Scotland’s finest restaurants to tempt your tastebuds.
Further afield the beauty of the Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and picturesque Loch Lomond, are all easily accessible.
Edinburgh has it all and we’re here to help you get the very best from your time in our City.
Da Vinci Code Tour
All Things Grail Lead to Rosslyn Learn the truth on a "Da Vinci Code" tour to the Scottish Borders. Hear the true history of the famous 15th Century Rosslyn Chapel and visit the lovely town of Melrose. The Chapel is located in Roslin, a small village just 7 miles from Edinburgh. Roslyn means 'point of the waterfall' in Scottish Gaelic. Centuries of history changed its name into Roslin and is the home of Rosslyn Chapel -- not Roslyn Chapel -- and Rosslyn Castle. While Rosslyn Chapel is known for its historical and architectural merits, Roslin is even more famous for its cutting edge biological science. The Roslin institute is where Dolly the Sheep was born in 1996 marking a breakthrough in the science of cloning. |
Glasgow
It's regenerating and evolving at a dizzying pace – style cats beware, this city is edgy, modish and downright ballsy. Its Victorian architectural legacy is now swamped with cutting-edge style bars, world-class venues to tickle your taste buds, and a hedonistic club culture that will bring out your nocturnal instincts. Best of all, though, is Glasgow’s pounding live-music scene which is one of the best in Britain, and accessible through countless venues dedicated to homegrown beats. Visitors can explore Glasgow’s mighty maritime heritage along riverfront walkways. Museums and galleries abound and the city’s resume has been made even more impressive with the reopening of the colossal Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum. |
Inversness
The primary city and shopping centre of the Highlands, has a great location astride the River Ness at the northern end of the Great Glen. In summer it overflows with visitors intent on monster hunting at nearby Loch Ness, but it’s worth a visit in its own right for a stroll along the picturesque River Ness and a cruise on the Moray Firth in search of its famous bottlenose dolphins. Advertised as "the Gateway to the Highlands" by the local authority, and long regarded as the capital of the Highlands, Inverness is the centre for commerce and industry in the Scottish Highlands, with continuing new investment in traditional industries and new hi-tech industries. It is also said to be one of the fastest growing cities in Europe. Inverness offers activities from golfing to watersports. |
Island of Skye
Enjoy spectacular views of the Cuillin mountain range enroute to the beautiful island of Skye. Make a stop at Eilean Donan Castle perched on its island at the head of Loch Duich. Marvel at the views as stop at this most picturesque of castles. Cross "over the sea to Skye" and drive in the shadow of the towering Cuiliin Hills to Portree, a picuutresque fishing port which is the island's main town. The island is renowned for its spectacular scenery, vibrant culture and heritage, and its abundant wildlife including the Golden Eagle, Red Deer and Atlantic Salmon. The Isle of Skye is a walkers' paradise. From family walks on the spectacular coastline to dramatic scrambles in the Cuillin mountains, the island provides fantastic walking for everyone. |
Loch Ness
Explore the legendary myths of Loch Ness and enjoy the diverse range of Scottish Highland scenery. A real highlight is the drive through the Great Glen which is also the route taken by the Caledonian Canal. The Great Glen contains three lochs which offer spectacular vistas. Firstly Loch Lochy then Loch Oich and lastly Loch Ness. Picturesque Urquhart Castle The pretty little village of Fort Augustus is the pitstop to discovering the mysteries of the legendary Nessie monster on a custom-built boat designed specifically for sailing on this loch, equipped with the very latest underwater imaging technology, giving you a fascinating view of the terrain and life under the surface — could that shadow be the monster? |
Kingdom of Fife
Fife is situated between the Firth of Tay and the Firth of Forth, with inland boundaries to Perth and Kinross and Clackmannanshire. It was once one of the major Pictish kingdoms, known as Fib, and is still commonly known as the Kingdom of Fife within Scotland. The historic town of St Andrews is located on the northeast coast of Fife. It is well known for one of the most ancient universities in the World and is renowned as the home of golf. Home to Scotland's capital for six centuries, Fife has always been at the heart of the nation's history, evidence of which can still be found in its wealth of castles, cathedrals, and places of historic interest. Come visit the Home of Golf. |