Top Holiday Attractions in Scotland
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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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Edinburgh Dungeons, Edinburgh
Attractions in Edinburgh
Transport yourself back to the darkest moments in the Scotland's history within the deep depths of the Edinburgh Dungeon. Everything that you see is based on real historical events from the gruesome tale of Burke & Hare, to Edinburgh's Great Fire, torture and the plague. With a chilling boat ride into the lair of cannibal Sawney Bean the Edinburgh Dungeon provides a thrilling and fun experience that will leave your family screaming for more! Are you brave enough? Location: Edinburgh (Scotland)
Sensation Dundee Science Centre, Dundee
Attractions in Dundee
If you thought science was boring, this centre may help you rethink. The hands-on experiments, live workshops and investigations bring science to life. Discover how we use our five senses to interact with the world around us in 12 specially designed exhibits.
Stirling Castle, Stirling
Attractions in Stirlingshire
Stirling Castle is considered by many to be the grandest of Scotland's castles perching on a rocky outcrop. There is a medieval kitchen display and an exhibition on what life was like in the Royal Palace.
Scottish SEA LIFE Sanctuary Oban, Oban
Attractions in Argyll
This attraction features seal rescue facilities, a superb aquarium daily feeding demonstrations, and much, much more! Meet the new resident North American Otters. Marvel at the playful antics of these endearing animals and find out about the latest conservation efforts to help all otters. The North American Otters were once the most widespread mammal on that continent, but as with other species pollution, habitat loss and road deaths has confined them to a fraction of their original range. Location: Oban (Scotland)
Scottish Deer Centre, Cupar
Attractions in Fife
Enjoy a visit to this beautiful countryside centre, where a large herd of deer roam free. Under the guidance of expert rangers you are able to meet these majestic animals or even enjoy a nose-to-nose encounter with a stag.
J M Barrie's Birthplace, Kirriemuir
Attractions in Angus
J M Barrie, the creator of Peter Pan, was born here in 1860, one of a handloom weaver's ten children. See the imaginative exhibition and discover how the outside wash house served as Barrie's first theatre.
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Edinburgh
Attractions in Edinburgh
Founded in the 17th Century as a ‘physic garden', growing medicinal plants, the Royal Botanic Garden is now acknowledges to be one of the finest in the worlds where unusual and beautiful plants can be found. It's a place to rest and relax away from the city's hustle and bustle.
The Piping Centre, Glasgow
Attractions in Ayrshire
The Piping Centre houses the National Museum of Scotland's fine collection of bagpipes, making it the most authoritative display of its kind. The priceless collection is presented in a lively audio-visual format that is as entertaining as it is enlightening.
Glasgow Ski & Snowboarding Centre, Glasgow
Attractions in Ayrshire
An artificial ski and snowboarding centre with three slopes that cater for children of all levels and offers lessons in group or private sessions. Floodlit slopes allow visitors to enjoy the facilities well onto the evening.
Dewars Centre, Perth
Attractions in Perthshire
Come and brush up on your curling skills or take a deep breath and learn to skate for the first time. Everyone is catered for, including the little ones, with Tiny Tots on Ice.
Scottish Holiday Cottage search
Scottish Borders
Berwickshire, East Lothian, Edinburgh, Peebleshire, Roxburghshire, Selkirkshire West Lothian
Central Scotland
Fife, Kinross-shire, Stirlingshire
South West Scotland
Ayrshire, Dumfries & Galloway, Kirkcudbrightshire, Lanarkshire, Renfrewshire, Wigtownshire
East Scotland
Aberdeenshire, Angus, Banffshire, Morayshire
West Scotland
Argyll, Dumbartonshire, Isle of Arran, Isle of Bute, Isle of Islay, Isle of Mull
Scottish Highlands
Caithness, Inverness-shire, Isle of Raasay, Isle of Seil, Isle of Skye, Orkney Island, Ross-shire, Sutherland, Wester Ross
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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