Top Holiday Attractions in Scotland

Top holiday attractions in Scotland

Whether you are looking for something to keep you, your partner or a group of friends entertained our selection of holiday attractions in Scotland will give you some inspiration.

From thrills and spills at theme parks to the peace and relaxation of beautiful gardens there is something for everyone across Scotland. The attraction listings include museums, country houses, castles, cathedrals, farms, zoos and so much more.

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Museum of Scottish Country Life, Glasgow

Attractions in Ayrshire

Set in 170 acres of farmland, with a Georgian farmhouse and steadings, this museum gives an insight into the working lives of the people of Scotland.


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St Andrews Aquarium, St Andrews

Attractions in Fife

Enjoy a sense of discovery and enjoyment at St Andrews aquarium, which welcomes you to the wonderful world of the sea and its inhabitants from shrimps to sharks, octopuses to eels, rays to seals.


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Linlithgow Palace, Linlithgow

Attractions in West Lothian

Set in its own park and beside Linlithgow Loch, this is a magnificent ruin of a great royal palace. A favoured residence of Stuart royalty, it was the birthplace of both James V and Mary, Queen of Scots.


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Satroshpere, Aberdeen

Attractions in Aberdeenshire

Satrosphere is Scotland's first science and discovery centre. Satrosphere offers fun for families and grown-ups alike who love to explore, experiment and find out how the world works. Look into infinity, light up a plasma dome, step inside a bubble or make a skeleton ride a bike.


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Glasgow Science Centre, Glasgow

Attractions in Ayrshire

The Glasgow Science Centre has hundreds of hands-on exhibits over three floors, where visitors can interact with real experiments and phenomena. The centre also includes a planetarium that offers the chance to see the thousands of stars that fill our night sky,


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Plean Country Park, Plean

Attractions in Stirlingshire

This beautiful Victoria estate provided extensive woodland walks, parkland, a picnic area and great orienteering courses. There is also a fine walled garden and beautiful wild flower meadows


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Callendar House Museum, Falkirk

Attractions in Stirlingshire

Callendar House is an imposing mansion with a 600-year history, where you can go back in time to experience life in the 1820's. There is also extensive parkland with many activities available.


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The Falkirk Wheel, Falkirk

Attractions in Stirlingshire

For a truly uplifting experience, visit the world's first and only rotating boat lift, linking two canals. There is a fascinating visitor centre with interactive exhibits and a viewing gallery.


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Famous Grouse Experience, Crief

Attractions in Perthshire

The stunning audio-visual tour takes you on an airborne journey with The Famous Grouse. Visitors swoop over numerous famous Scottish landmarks- from Lock Ness to Edinburgh Castle. Afterwards stroll along a nature trail or enjoy a picnic in the grounds


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Scottish Motoring Heritage Centre, Glasgow

Attractions in Ayrshire

The centre's display tells the story of Scotland's motoring history with fine cars and unique archive film. Guided tours are available. The Motoring Heritage Centre is housed in the building that was once occupied by Europe's largest car manufacturer.


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Attractions with Wheelchair Access

Most UK holiday attractions now offer suitable wheelchair access and you will find on our listings that we have indicated where we believe they are accessible. However you should check prior to departure with the attraction for your specific needs.

Pet/Dog Friendly Attractions

Many of the attractions are dog friendly and so we have indicated where we believe they are pet friendly. Again, please check prior to departure with the attraction to make sure as rules do change.

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