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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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)
Kellie Castle & Garden, Pittenweem
Attractions in Fife
This beautiful castle was started in 1360, though much of the present building was built in the 16th and early 17th centuries. Don't miss the Victorian nursery with its fascinating collection of dolls and toys. Outdoor attractions include Victoria stables and a charming walled garden.
Aberdeen Maritime Museum, Aberdeen
Attractions in Aberdeenshire
Discover what it is like to live and work on a massive oil platform in the middle of the North Sea. Using models, real equipment and computer display, the exhibitions bring the maritime experience to life. There are models of fast clipper ships and fishing displays.
Scottish National Portrait Gallery, Edinburgh
Attractions in Edinburgh
The gallery provides a visual history of Scotland, told through portraits of those who shaped it; royals and rebels, poets and philosophers, heroes and villains. Mary, Queen of Scots; Robert Burns, Sir Walter Scott and Sean Connery are all there.
Lamont City Farm, Glasgow
Attractions in Ayrshire
Lamont City Farm is a vibrant community project located in Erskine. You can meet a wide variety of domesticated animals including sheep, goats, horses, ducks, hens, llamas and many more.
Forest Hills Water Sports Centre, Aberfoyle
Attractions in Stirlingshire
The centre offers a range of ‘wet' and ‘dry' activities that can be combined or enjoyed individually. Water sports of all descriptions are available in addition to quad biking, mountain biking and 4x4 drives.
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.
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.
Scottish Fisheries Museum, Anstruther
Attractions in Fife
The Scottish Fisheries Museum tells the story of Scottish fishing and its people form the earliest times to the present. There are many fine paintings and photographs on display as well as a variety of real and model boats, fishing gear and other accoutrements.
Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh
Attractions in Edinburgh
This is Scotland's most popular wildlife attraction, with more than 1,000 animals, including meerkats, pygmy hippos, tigers, lions and blue poison arrow frogs. Set in beautiful parkland the zoo has the world's biggest penguin pool.
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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