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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Scotkart, Glasgow

Attractions in Ayrshire

Experience the thrill, the speed and the buzz of Scotland's largest and fastest indoor go-karting centre. This indoor circuit features 200cc race go-karts. All the equipment, instruction and computer timings are included in the price.


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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.


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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.


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Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh

Attractions in Edinburgh

Experience the splendour and majesty of the legendary Edinburgh Castle! Perched on an extinct volcano, the castle has played home to many great events throughout history, and now you too can explore its amazing grounds and beat the queues with our fast track tickets. Enjoy a true piece of Scottish history with a phenomenal day at the amazing Edinburgh Castle! Location: Edinburgh (Scotland)


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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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Scottish Maritime Museum, Glasgow

Attractions in Ayrshire

Cyldebuilt charts the development of Glasgow and the River Clyde from 1700 to the present day. It tells the story of Glasgow's rivers, its ships and its people through award-winning audio-visuals, computer interpretation, hands-on displays and video.


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Stirling Castle, Stirling

Attractions in Stirlingshire

Stirling Castle is considered by many to be the grandest of Scotland's castles perching on a rocky outcrop. There is a medieval kitchen display and an exhibition on what life was like in the Royal Palace.


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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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Polkemment County Park, Whitburn

Attractions in West Lothian

Polkemmet Country Park is a very attractive area of mixed mature woodlands and grassy open spaces along the upper reaches of the River Almond. Activities include a public bowling green, a 15-bay floodlight golf range and barbecue areas for all


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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.


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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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