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Find places to visit and things to do in Edinburgh with these visitor guides.
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The Royal Highland Show: The Complete Guide to the Event
Tag: Festivals & EventsThe Royal Highland Show is Scotland’s largest farming and countryside event. The show was founded in 1822 and is held annually at the Royal Highland Centre in Ingliston, Edinburgh. What started as a simple gathering for farmers to trade cattle has now become one of the country’s top events, attracting up to 200,000 visitors each year. The RHS has something for everyone, whether it’s viewing the impressive collections of farm machinery, watching exciting equestrian and forestry competitions, or sampling the very best foods from across the farms of Scotland.
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The Scottish National Gallery, Edinburgh: A Visitor’s Guide
Tag: Museums & GalleriesThe Scottish National Gallery in Edinburgh is home to some of the world’s greatest artworks, as well as an extensive collection of Scottish masterpieces. The gallery is adjacent to the Royal Scottish Academy between East and West Princes Street Gardens where visitors can relax in a purpose-built restaurant and café with terrace seating. See all the highlights of this remarkable art gallery in this complete visitor guide.
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The Top Reasons Why Edinburgh is So Popular With Tourists
The Scottish capital has been voted the public’s favourite city in several polls in the last couple of years, with readers of a wide range of media outlets putting it at the top of their lists. Discover the answer to the question ‘Why is Edinburgh so popular with tourists?’ with this article which covers the city’s history and explores some of its top attractions.
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The Top Things To See and Do in Princes Street Gardens
Tag: Parks & GardensPrinces 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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The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Trip to Edinburgh
It can be a real chore to plan a trip to Edinburgh, especially if it’s a visitor’s first time in Scotland. That’s where this guide comes to the rescue with a comprehensive list of must-know travel tips and tourist information that will help you get around the city, find places to stay, know what to see, and prepare for the weather.
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The Worst Murders and Executions in Edinburgh’s History
Discover the dark and macabre history of Scotland’s most atmospheric city in this article which delves into some of the infamous murders and executions in Edinburgh that have passed into folklore, from Maggie Dickson to Burke and Hare.
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Things to Do in Edinburgh for Adults: Complete Guide
As Scotland’s most-visited city, Edinburgh is understandably chock-full of attractions, though many activities tend to be geared towards families with children. That being said, there are lots of tourist attractions that are equally interesting for adults whether they’re lone travellers or retired couples. In this article, you’ll discover a collection of highly-rated things to do in Edinburgh for adults that will offer all visitors a great experience.
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Unleashing the Magic of Edinburgh Zoo: A Complete Guide
Tag: Zoos & AnimalsEdinburgh Zoo is set in 82 acres of beautiful parkland on Corstorphine Hill in Edinburgh. The zoo was the first in the world to house and breed penguins but it is best known today as the only zoo in Britain that keeps pandas. The zoo features children’s play parks, cafés, and gift shops in addition to the animal enclosures where you can see species ranging from meerkats to chimpanzees.
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