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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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.
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)
Scottish Seabird Centre, North Berwick
Attractions in East Lothian
Set on a dramatic promontory at North Berwick, the centre allows visitors to explore the fascinating world of seabirds, including puffins, via remote cameras on the nearby islands of Fidra, May and Bass Rock.
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.
Noah's, Perth
Attractions in Perthshire
Noah's is a specially equipped children's soft play barn for under 12's. There are three separate areas to ensure the safety of all the children. Indoor go-karting is available seasonally. Also enjoy a game of tenpin bowling with family and friends.
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.
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.
Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World, Edinburgh
Attractions in Edinburgh
Walk through an indoor tropical rainforest inhabited by thousands of the world's most beautiful butterflies. Also visit the unique Scottish honey-bee zone.
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 SEA LIFE Sanctuary Oban, Oban
Attractions in Argyll
This attraction features seal rescue facilities, a superb aquarium daily feeding demonstrations, and much, much more! Meet the new resident North American Otters. Marvel at the playful antics of these endearing animals and find out about the latest conservation efforts to help all otters. The North American Otters were once the most widespread mammal on that continent, but as with other species pollution, habitat loss and road deaths has confined them to a fraction of their original range. Location: Oban (Scotland)
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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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