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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Drum Castle Garden and Estate, Drumoak

Attractions in Aberdeenshire

A mixture of a 13th Century Tower, a Jacobean mansion house and Victorian additions make this a unique Scottish castle. Set in spectacular grounds with rose garden, woodland trails and a playground for children.


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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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Dumfermline Abbey and Palace, Dunfermline

Attractions in Fife

The elegant ruins of Dunfermline Abbey are what are left of a great Benedictine abbey founded by Queen Margaret in the 11th Century. Robert the Bruce was buried in the choir and the royal palace next door, also partially ruined, was the birthplace of Charles I.


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Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh

Attractions in Edinburgh

See how the Earth works. Take a walk though Scotland's geological history and travel back in time to follow the creation of planet Earth. Be shaken by a volcano, feel the chill of the polar ice and get caught in a tropical rainstorm. Look to the future – you decide what could happen.


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Scottish Railway Exhibition, Bo'ness

Attractions in West Lothian

The Scottish Railway Exhibition tells the story of the railways in Scotland. Carriages, locomotives and wagons are on display, including Glen Douglas and a royal saloon coach. The Bo'ness and Kinneil railway offers a 7-mile round trip by steam train.


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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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Balmoral Castle and Estate, Ballater

Attractions in Aberdeenshire

Situated in the wonderful scenery of Royal Deeside, the Balmoral Estate is one of the Queen's residences. Visit the ballroom and formal gardens or go on a landrover safari and guided walks.


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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.


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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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Falls of Clyde, New Lanark

Attractions in Lanarkshire

The Falls of Clyde Wildlife Reserve includes ancient gorge woodland along both sides of the River Clyde, with its famous and spectacular waterfalls. The visitor centre has an exhibition and offers a programme of educational events and guided walks in the reserve.


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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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