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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The Ecology Centre, Kinghorn
Attractions in Fife
The Ecology Centre provides environmental education and information across a wide range of subjects. It is the home of the UK's first ‘Earthship', a building created from waste and natural materials to be self-sufficient in energy and water.
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.
Aberfeldy Watermill, Aberfeldy
Attractions in Perthshire
The mill built in 1825 and renovated in the early 1980's ahs had further renovations to open it in this present form. The original machinery has been retained and the huge 5m waterwheel can usually be seen in operation generating electricity to power its lighting.
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)
Knockhill Racing Centre, Dunfermline
Attractions in Fife
Get behind the wheel of a Formula First single-seater racing car to rally car, go off road in a 4x4 or be driven round the racing circuit by a professional. Alternatively, sit back and enjoy the races. Choose from British touring cars, superbikes, stock cars and Formula Woman.
Loch Lomond Sea Life Aquarium, Loch Lomond
Attractions in Stirlingshire
Housed in Drimkinnon Tower the Aquarium houses amazing creatures from perch and pike to tropical sharks. This year, come face to extraordinary face with the centre's newest residents from the Hammerhead shark family. A pair of Bonnethead sharks have joined the tropical sharks in the mighty ocean tank. These amazing and fascinating creatures use their spade-like heads to sweep back and forth on the seabed enabling special sensors to detect potential prey buried under the sand. Location: Loch Lomond (Scotland)
Calderglen Country Park, East Kilbride
Attractions in Lanarkshire
This is a large country park with a myriad of activities. The visitor centre has a good range of displays and a Hidden Worlds wildlife experience. There is also a children's zoo, conservatory, adventure playground and miles of fascinating trails to follow.
Atholl Country Life Museum, Pitlochry
Attractions in Perthshire
This lively museum explores the reality of country life and the social history of the Atholl People. It uses details facts, 100 historical photographs and stories set in a wide range of imaginative displays.
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.
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.
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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