Why Edinburgh?
Edinburgh, The Greenest city in the United Kingdom
Edinburgh, is known for being one of the most beautiful cities in the world, its historic attractions, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and rich history. Widely considered the world's best festival city, it's a powerhouse for the literary arts, comedy, culture, high education, and more.
One of the best universities in the world. The University of Edinburgh is often ranked in the world's top 20 universities, and it's been a major powerhouse in education ever since it first opened in 1583. A number of history's greatest thinkers and scientists had their start at this prestigious university. It's often said that even Sir Arthur Conan Doyle found his inspiration for the iconic character Sherlock Holmes here. Today, many of the university's alumni have gone on to be Nobel Prize winners, prime ministers, and space explorers.
Sightseeing
Best spots in Edinburgh
Dean Village
Dean Village was previously where milling of water mills took place, of which remains of this can still be seen by visitors. Hidden in the village, you will come across a variety of mill stones and stone plaques decorated with baked bread and pies. The Dean Bridge can also be found if you walk along the walkway following the Water of Leith. The Bridge and St Bernard's Well were both designed by Thomas Telford.
At the heart of the village is Well Court, the most iconic building in the village. This building was built in the 1880s and housed local workers who worked at the water mills. Just a short walk away, visitors can also browse exhibitions in the Dean Gallery and the Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art. Both buildings were previously converted and refurbished to be used as art galleries and many of their exhibitions are free.
Address:
A199, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 6LH, United Kingdom
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Highlands Tour
Travel past the Forth Railway Bridge, then take a woodland walk in the Highlands at Dunkeld. Continue through the breathtaking Drumochter Pass, skirt the stunning peaks of the Cairngorm National Park, and visit Culloden, the last stand of the Jacobites against government forces.
Travel past Britain's highest mountain, deepest loch, shortest river, and westernmost train station. Cross the viaduct featured in the Harry Potter movies and pass the Glenfinnan Monument, where Bonnie Prince Charlie raised his standard at the beginning of the 1745 Jacobite rising. Visit Glen Coe, where the MacDonalds were betrayed, and then experience the beauty of Rannoch Moor and Stirlingshire en route.
Address:
521 Lawnmarket EH1 2PE, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond from Edinburgh
Explore the beautiful Scottish Highlands seeing castles, lochs, and sculptures. Departing the historic Royal Mile on an air-conditioned bus we head towards the iconic Kelpies, where you can take a close up look at these magnificent sculptures.
We make our way towards Balloch, situated to the south of Loch Lomond's Bonnie Banks. Here you can explore and take an optional hour-long boat cruise on the loch. Departing Loch Lomond we head towards the quaint village of Aberfoyle before exploring the picturesque Duke's Pass. Passing through Callander we make our way to Stirling where you can either take a stroll around the city centre or visit the historic Stirling Castle.
Address:
304 Lawnmarket EH1 2PS, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
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