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 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.
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.
British Golf Museum, St Andrews
Attractions in Fife
Ever wondered where the word golf comes from? Why there are 18 holes on a golf course? Why golfers shout ‘fore'? Here you'll learn the answers and many more interesting facts besides. The museum tells the story of British golf from its origins to the present day.
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.
Linlithgow Palace, Linlithgow
Attractions in West Lothian
Set in its own park and beside Linlithgow Loch, this is a magnificent ruin of a great royal palace. A favoured residence of Stuart royalty, it was the birthplace of both James V and Mary, Queen of Scots.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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