Edinburgh, Scotland (Point of interest)

Above the Old Town, Edinburgh Castle dominates the city and is at the epicentre of Scottish history. Tour guides tell of former royal residents, showing visitors the crown jewels and Stone of Destiny, as well as the dingy Vaults below. The castle ... Continue reading →

Edinburgh Festival Theatre presents large-scale productions of modern dance, ballet, musicals and internationally renowned theatrical productions. The plush old King's Theatre also comes under the Festival City Theatres Trust and is located in Leve... Continue reading →

The Belle Epoque Edinburgh Playhouse in Leith remains true to its origins as a variety theatre. This is the place to see blockbuster musicals such as Chicago or Mary Poppins, as well as Russian ballet, rock concerts and opera.... Continue reading →

Calton Hill in the New Town offers an easier climb than Arthur's Seat with equally rewarding views of Victorian buildings and chimneys. It's sprinkled with neo-Renaissance structures such as the unfinished replica of the Parthenon and the telescope... Continue reading →

Greyfriars Kirk (officially Greyfriars Tolbooth & Highland Kirk) was the first church in Edinburgh after the Reformation. Built on the site of the old Franciscan convent, it was started in 1562, though not consecrated until Christmas Day 1620. Jus... Continue reading →

The two actor-guides in the Literary Pub Tour take visitors around old and new Edinburgh with dramatised stories of the city's literary wits. Starting at the Beehive Inn, it takes in historic pubs and quirky landmarks, ending at the Café Royal. R... Continue reading →

Housed in a grand neo-Classical building on the New Town's Mound, the National Gallery of Scotland boasts one of the world's best collections of European art. Admire the extensive Scottish collection, and look out for Raeburn's famous Skating Minis... Continue reading →

The award-winning National Museum of Scotland building in the Old Town showcases Scotland's history. The imaginative displays bring to life the light and dark sides of Scottish life. Look out for replicas of Scottish burghs and Dolly the Sheep. Th... Continue reading →

Edinburgh's New Town is now the most extensive area of Georgian architecture in the world and is still delighting visitors with its grace and beauty. Edinburgh's nickname, "Auld Reekie", derived from the stink of the city as it clung precariously ... Continue reading →

The plants of the Royal Botanic Gardens in Stockbridge live in their own secluded world. Visitors can stroll among ponds, a rock garden and rare flowers, or experience the 10 different climate zones of the glass-houses. Some species are 200 years o... Continue reading →

Having served the Royal family for more than 40 years, travelling over a million miles, the Royal Yacht Britannia is now moored on Leith's waterfront. A fascinating insight into the Royal lifestyle, it is one of Edinburgh's most popular attractions... Continue reading →