Attractions & Activities in Scotland
Attractions and Activities in Scotland, such as Edinburgh Zoo and Breadalbane Folklore Centre are listed below. The regions of Scotland have through the centuries maintained their differences, the Highlanders, largely Gaelic speaking were mobile cattle farmers, while the Lowlanders, English speaking, were firmly planted arable farmers. The Lowlands is the most densely populated region, an area of impressive castles, palaces, medieval burghs and by the two impressive cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow. The Highlands are characterised by the mountainous scenery, beautiful coastlines and a myriad of interesting islands.
Edinburgh Zoo
Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Zoo was opened to the public on 22 July 1913, and was incorporated by Royal Charter later that year. The largest and most exciting wildlife attraction in Scotland,... more
Breadalbane Folklore Centre
Killin, Perth & Kinross
Breadalbane Folklore Centre - a special part of Scotland - and a special place to stop. Where the river splashes over The Falls of Dochart, it tumbles past a beautiful old... more
Famous Grouse Experience
Glen Turret, The Hosh, Crieff, Perth & Kinross
The Famous Grouse is Scotland´s oldest distillery with a colourful history. You can learn how single malt is made and how the blendings are done to produce Scotland´s... more
Burns National Heritage Park
Murdoch's Lone, Alloway, Ayr, Ayrshire
Burns National Heritage Park has attracted visitors for 200 years, with its stunning scenery and special connection with the life and works of Robert Burns. Experience the... more
Macduff Marine Aquarium
11 High Shore, MacDuff, Aberdeenshire
Exciting aquarium featuring local sealife. The unique central exhibit holds a living reef of kelp, divers also feed the fish in this tank. Other displays include an estuary... more
Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre
Scottish Wildlife Trust, Dunkeld, Perth & Kinross
Visitor Centre and Observation Hide. Centre with wildlife displays, manned by ranger´s staff and volunteers. Adjacent hide with views of breeding osprey and wildfowl.... more
Paddle Steamer Waverley & Classic Cruise Ship Balmoral
Waverley Excursions Ltd, 36 Lancefield Quay, Glasgow, Glasgow City
Discover unique coastlines, dramatic gorges, mystical islands and famous seaside resorts aboard historic ships: Waverley – the last seagoing paddle steamer in the World and... more
Bo´ness & Kinneil Railway (Scottish Railway Preservation Society)
Bo'ness Station, Union Street, Bo'ness, West Lothian
At Bo´ness & Kinneil Railway (Scottish Railway Preservation Society), savour the nostalgia of the railway age - the living museum of Scotland´s Railways. Trains hauled by... more
Summerlee Industrial Museum
Heritage Way, Coatbridge, Lanarkshire
Summerlee Industrial Museum's 22 acres are based around the site of the 19th century Summerlee Ironworks and a branch of the Monklands canal. Features are: Scotland´s only... more
Stirling Old Town Jail
St John Street, Stirling, Stirlingshire
Stirling Old Town Jail - can you imagine what prison life was like 150 years ago? Come and find out! It might look grim on the outside - but what is it like inside? Step... more
Edinburgh Dungeon
31 Market Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Dungeon - deep in the heart of Scotland, buried beneath the paving stones of Edinburgh, lies the world´s most chillingly famous horror attraction. Step through its... more
Auchindrain Highland Farm Township
auchindrain-highland-farm-township, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
Highlands before agricultural improvement, the Highland Clearances and crofting. Townships like this were the norm in 1760, were dropping in numbers by 1810, and were rare by... more
CairnGorm Mountain Ltd
Aviemore, Highland
CairnGorm Mountain is an outstanding place to visit at any time of year. Britain’s 6th highest mountain is home to the UK’s highest funicular railway which takes visitors on a... more
The Scottish Sealife Sanctuary
Barcaldine, Oban, Argyll & Bute
The Scottish Sealife Sanctuary nestles in a mature spruce forest on the shores of Loch Creran, enjoying one of the most picturesque settings in Britain. Explore the... more
Cairngorms National Park
14 The Square, Grantown-on-Spey, Moray
The Cairngorms National Park Authority works together with others to ensure that the unique aspects of the Cairngorms National Park – the natural environment, the cultural... more
The Scottish Crannog Centre
Kenmore, Loch Tay, Aberfeldy, Perth & Kinross
The Scottish Crannog Centre is a unique five-star heritage centre featuring Scotland's only authetic recreation of an early Iron Age lake-dwelling based directly on the... more
Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh Castle is famous worldwide as an icon of Scotland. Once the home of kings and queens it is now the country´s premier visitor attraction. It boasts a magnificent... more
The Scotch Whisky Experience
354 Castle Hill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
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... more
Highland Wildlife Park
Kincraig, Kingussie, Highland
Situated in the spectacular setting of the Cairngorms National Park, the Highland Wildlife Park is a fantastic attraction for visitors of all ages. Our animal collection is... more
Highland Folk Museum, Newtonmore
Kingussie Road, Newtonmore, Highland
The Highland Folk Museum brings to life the domestic and working conditions of earlier Highland People. Visitors to this living history museum can learn in a safe and friendly... more
Loch Lomond Sea Life Centre
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch, Argyll & Bute
Welcome to the magical marine world of The Loch Lomond Aquarium. We will introduce you to many strange, beautiful and facinating creatures of the deep. Prepare for... more
Motherwell Heritage Centre
1 High Road, Motherwell, Lanarkshire
Motherwell Heritage Centre was opened in 1996. It has since received a VisitScotland `4 Stars´ award and a Scottish Museums of the Year award for its audio-visual displays. In... more
Coats Observatory
49 Oakshaw Street West, Paisley, Renfrewshire
Architecturally stunning, the Observatory was built by the Coats family in 1883 and is a working Victorian Observatory. Displays on astronomy, astronautics, seismology and... more
Strathspey Railway
Aviemore Station, Dalfaber Road, Aviemore, Highland
The Strathspey Railway aims to offer the visitor an experience of a Railway of the 1950s to 1960s period. Why not take a trip on the train to re-capture the nostalgia of this... more
Auld Reekie Tours
45 Niddry Street, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Edinburgh´s Scariest Haunted Underground Ghost Tours as featured on ´Most Haunted Live´ on Halloween 2006 and again on Halloween 2008. Acclaimed as their scariest location... more
Glasgow Cathedral
Castle Street, Glasgow, Glasgow City
Glasgow is an active Christian church. The architecture is enjoyed by everyone that visits. Throughout the year there are numerous events, including Music Recitals.... more
Paxton House, Gallery and Country Park
Berwick-upon-Tweed, Scottish Borders
Paxton House is one of the finest 18th century Palladian country houses in Britain, built to the design of John Adam with a Regency extension by Robert Reid. The twelve period... more
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
Carrochan, Carrochan Road, Balloch, Glasgow City
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park is an ideal outdoor classroom that offers fantastic opportunities for learning, first hand experiences and most importantly…fun. ... more
M&D´s Scotlands Theme Park
Strathclyde Country Park, Motherwell, Lanarkshire
M&D´s Theme Park. At Scotlands biggest and best value Theme Park there is something for everyone. M&D’s is spread over 20 acres in the beautiful Strathclyde Country Park ... more
Royal Observatory Visitor Centre
Blackford Hill, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
The Royal Observatory Edinburgh Visitor Centre is open for pre-booked group visits and for special events, providing a window into the world of astronomy. Enjoy a tour of the... more
Dewars World of Whisky
Aberfeldy Distillery, Aberfeldy, Perth & Kinross
Dewars World of Whisky is an interactive exhibition that entertains, educates and inspires. On the tour you are taken around the traditional working distillery to see... more
Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World
Dobbies Garden World, Melville Nursery, Lasswade, Mid-Lothian
Edinburgh Butterfly & Insect World is creeping. It´s crawling. It´s a jungle in there! An indoor tropical rainforest with thousands of beautiful exotic butterflies and plants.... more
Our Dynamic Earth
Holyrood Road, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
Our Dynamic Earth is the Mother Earth of all adventures, taking you on a journey of discovery, in around and across our planet. You´ll travel back in time to witness the Big... more
The National Wallace Monument
Abbey Craig, Hillfoots Road, Causewayhead, Stirling, Stirlingshire
The National Wallace Monument is a world famous landmark, in a stunning location, and packed with fascinating exhibits and displays. Visit one of Scotland´s most magnificent... more
Pictavia Visitor Centre
Haughmuir, Brechin, Angus
Pictavia Visitor Centre tells the story of Scotland´s ancient Pictish tribes. These warrior people roamed Angus nearly 2000 years ago and have left us with a mysterious legacy... more
Clan Donald Skye - Attraction
Clan Donald Skye, Armadale, Sleat, Argyll & Bute
The Clan Donald established itself on Skye in the 15th century. In 1815, the mansion house was extended to form Armadale Castle, designed by architect James Gillespie Graham.... more
Inveraray Jail
Church Square, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
Inveraray Jail is a living museum and top Scottish visitor attraction where real people portray life in a 19th century prison. Interact with costumed characters, watch... more
The Royal Yacht Britannia
Ocean Terminal, Leith, Edinburgh, City of Edinburgh
For over forty years Britannia served the Royal Family, travelling over one million miles on 968 official visits. Now you are welcome on board, to discover the heart and soul... more
Wigtown, Scotland's National Book Town
c/o County Buildings, Wigtown, Newton Stewart, Dumfries & Galloway
Wigtown is Scotland's National Book Town with over a quarter of a million books to choose from, old and new. There are over 19 bookshops along with art galleries, gift shops... more
Ayr Racecourse
2/6 Whitletts Road, Ayr, Ayrshire
Hosts the best racing in Scotland under both codes, with the Scottish Grand National meeting in April the jumps highlight, and the Western Meeting in September, which... more
Deep Sea World
Battery Quarry, North Queensferry, Fife
Deep Sea World has so much to see and do for all the family. It is committed to promoting responsible behavior to the environment. They hold beach cleaning events, Shark... more
Nevis Range Mountain Experience
Nevis Range, Torlundy, Fort William, Highland
Nevis Range is situated in the midst of some of the world´s most ancient and beautiful landscapes and is one of the Highland´s premier visitor attractions. Take a trip on... more
Keith & Dufftown Railway
Dufftown Station, Dufftown, Moray
North East Scotland is one of the hidden gems of the UK, an area redolent with history and renowned for its friendly welcome. It’s a land of mountain and glen, open moorland,... more
Seaprobe Atlantis
Old Kerry Slipway, Kyle Of Lochalsh, Isle of Skye, Highland
The Seaprobe Atlantis is totally unique, custom-built, and offers you an experience that no other boat in Britain can match. Operating within the Marine Special Area of... more
Landmark Forest Adventure Park
Main Street, Carrbridge, Highland
Landmark Forest Adventure Park is a great day out for all the family. There are adventure rides, wildlife areas and so much more to see and do. Wild water coaster, Runaway... more
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