Mary King's Close is an old Edinburgh Close under buildings in the Old Town area of Edinburgh, Scotland. It was used as a close and was later closed to the public for many years. However, new research and archaeological evidence has revealed that the close actually...

The Royal Yacht Britannia is one of the world's most famous ships. Launched at John Brown's Shipyard in Clydebank in 1953, the Royal Yacht proudly served Queen and country for 44 years. Britannia is now permanently moored in Edinburgh's historic port of Leith and...

Perched on an extinct volcano, this instantly recognisable fortress is a powerful national symbol and part of Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site. Its story is Scotland's story.

The Georgian House, with its elegant furnished interior, is located at No. 7 Charlotte Square. The Square was conceived by Robert Adam as a paradigm of the Georgian ideal in the centre of Edinburgh. The Georgian House has been magnificently restored to show a typical...

The Scottish National Portrait Gallery opened to the public in 1889, and is the first purpose-built portrait gallery in the world. From 6th April 2009, the Scottish National Portrait Gallery, home to the collection of Scottish portraits, will be closed while it...

The Camera Obscura gives an amazing live moving panorama of the city of Edinburgh. Spy on passers-by in the street below and pick them up in your hand. Free telescopes let you view amazing Rooftop Views. Ever stepped inside a giant camera and picked people up in...

The Traverse Theatre is Scotland's new writing theatre. From its conception in 1963, it has embraced a spirit of innovation and risk taking that launched the careers of many of Scotland's best-known writers including John Byrne, David Greig, David Harrower and Liz...

Located within the 17th century Lady Stairs' House, The Writers' Museum is dedicated to the lives and work of Scotland's great literary figures. The rich collection of manuscripts, first editions and portraits is complemented by a series of personal exhibits...

Visit the new Scotch Whisky Experience for a sensational journey! Take a swirling, bubbling barrel ride through a replica distillery as you become part of the whisky making process. Along the way you’ll hear the stories behind this magical craft, with expert tour...

The Nelson Monument on Calton Hill was built between 1807 and 1816 to commemorate Admiral Horatio Nelson who died at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805. A tall tower atop the central hill, the monument, built by architect Robert Burn, offers some excellent panormas of...