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| There are plenty of things to do in Edinburgh at any time of year. Here are some of the top attractions to give you a taste of the city, but there are plenty more activities to enjoy. You’ll just have to stay longer or come again soon! | ||
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| Palace of Holyroodhouse Now HM The Queen’s official residence in Scotland, the palace has strong links with the tragic story of Mary, Queen of Scots. It was here that Mary’s Italian secretary was murdered before the pregnant queen. A stunning building both inside and out. |
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| Royal Yacht Britannia Having welcomed kings, queens and heads of state aboard around the world, Britannia now greets visitors to its permanent home in Leith. A rare behind-the-scenes view of royal life at sea. |
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| National Gallery of Scotland The National Gallery Complex embraces the National Gallery and the adjacent Royal Scottish Academy. It houses Scotland’s permanent collections of fine art and plays regular host to major touring exhibitions. Admission to the permanent collections is free. |
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| Scottish National Portrait Gallery The great and the good from Scotland’s past and present all feature here, from Robert Burns to Sean Connery. A free shuttle bus connects this gallery with the other National Galleries in Edinburgh. |
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| Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art Sitting alongside the Dean Gallery, this gallery is the place for modern and contemporary art. Both galleries have popular cafés for coffee or lunch. |
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| National Museum of Scotland Discover the story of Scotland then explore the world of nature to art, science to culture all under one roof! Admission is free to the permanent collections. Regular exhibitions bring everything from the animated art of Pixar to the Romanov Dynasty to an eager Edinburgh audience. |
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| St Giles’ Cathedral The historic City Church of Edinburgh, St Giles is an iconic image with its crown spire. Also known as the High Kirk of Edinburgh, it contains the Chapel of the Order of the Thistle (Scotland's chivalric company of knights headed by the Queen). Look out for the carved wooden angel playing the bagpipes! |
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