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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The TallShip at Riverside, Glasgow

Attractions in Ayrshire

Built in 1896, the tall ship Glenlee circumnavigated the globe four times. Discover her rich history, depicted on board and gain a real sense of what it was like to live and work on board in her seafaring days. Special events include pirate crafts and seafaring superstitions.


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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.


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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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Bedlam Paintball, Edinburgh

Attractions in Edinburgh

Get the ultimate adrenaline rush at Bedlam Paintball. Be prepared to utilise tactics, teamwork and quick thinking as you experience all the multiple game scenarios available.


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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.


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The MacRobert Centre, Stirling

Attractions in Stirlingshire

The MacRobert Centre is a premier children's art venue and Scotland's first dedicated children's theatre. It includes projection facilities for animation and other film work produced by children and there is a fully supervised crèche involving children in art activities.


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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.


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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.


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Glamis Castle, Angus

Attractions in Angus

This is a place of legends and fairy tales. It has been a royal residence since 1372 and was the childhood home of HM Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother, birthplace of HRH Princess Margaret and legendary setting for Shakespeare's famous play Macbeth.


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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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