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Scotland’s capital is filled with attractive landmarks, parks and gardens, and hosts cultural festivals that draw millions of visitors each year.

From its architecture to its industry and sporting events, this is a city of fascinating contrasts just an hour by train from London. 

Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university. 

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

Visit this cathedral to learn about the history behind London’s most iconic church and its Baroque dome that overlooks the city.

Built in the Gothic style, this prestigious church is a popular pilgrimage destination and an important city landmark.

Engage with London’s politics in this innovative building that is shaped like a slanted egg made almost entirely of glass.

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves. 

Walk the streets of this charming town and soak up its history, architecture and culture before heading out into the nearby countryside.

Big Ben, Nelson’s Column, the Tower of London and Abbey Road; every corner in London has a tale to tell.

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War. 

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Visit this ancient and beautiful cathedral to attend a service or just admire the wonderful architecture.

Falkirk’s famous horse sculptures became instantly iconic the moment they were unveiled and today they are one of the most popular sights in central Scotland.

Explore dozens of elegant rooms, meander through manicured Victorian gardens and watch falcon flying demonstrations at this castle complex.

Explore dozens of elegant rooms, meander through manicured Victorian gardens and watch falcon flying demonstrations at this castle complex.

Browse the extensive collection at this vast museum, which is devoted to decorative arts and design.