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Lauriston Castle is a 16th and 19th century mansion house in Edinburgh that’s open for guided tours and walks around landscaped gardens.
This historic attraction is managed by Museums & Galleries Edinburgh who maintain the sumptuous Edwardian decor that’s unchanged from the time the last owners moved out in the 1920s.
Discover this hidden gem of a city attraction in this complete visitor guide.
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As well as being the capital city of Scotland, Edinburgh is one of the most-visited cities in the world thanks to its incredible collection of family-friendly tourist attractions.
Discover a collection of the best attractions in Edinburgh for couples with this guide which features virtual tours of each location along with detailed overviews and visiting advice.
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Camera Obscura and World of Illusions – located near Edinburgh Castle – is one of the oldest purpose-built attractions in Scotland.
Visitors can experience six floors of interactive displays with exhibits that showcase optical illusions including holograms, a mirror maze and a spinning vortex tunnel.
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Princes Street Gardens in Edinburgh is one of the largest public spaces in the city. Originally a body of water called the Nor Loch, the gardens were designed in the 1770s but weren’t created until 1820 when the loch was drained.
Today, the gardens are a popular recreational area that features a number of popular landmarks including The Scott Monument, The Ross Fountain and The Ross Bandstand.
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As one of the most-visited cities in Europe, Edinburgh is renowned for its atmospheric medieval streets, its beautiful historic buildings and its exciting festivals.
In this article, you’ll discover a collection of fascinating facts about Edinburgh’s 1,000 years of history and the events that transformed it from ‘Auld Reekie’ into ‘The Athens of The North’.
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Edinburgh is one of the world’s top-rated tourist destinations and each year over 4 million people flood into the city to explore historic attractions like Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and St. Giles Cathedral.
Discover the stories behind the top historic attractions in Edinburgh with this article which delves into the beginnings of the city as Scotland’s capital and its transformation into a world-leading tourist hotspot.
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Edinburgh is Scotland’s premier tourist destination and over 4 million visitors come to the city each year to explore its royal palace, majestic castle and imposing cathedral.
In this article you will discover a selection of must-visit historic buildings in Edinburgh which are all located within walking distance of Edinburgh’s medieval Old Town.
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Edinburgh is one of the world’s best-loved cities due to its historic attractions, interesting people, stunning scenery and the top festivals in Europe.
This article aims to help you find your feet with essential Edinburgh tips & advice from a local – including how to get to the city, how to travel around it, what to expect from the weather and much more.
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