THE ROYAL YACHT BRITANNIA
Step aboard for a great day out on the former Royal Yacht of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. A Royal residence for over 40 years, The Royal Yacht Britannia
sailed over 1,000,000 nautical miles on 968 state visits with the Royal Family where they entertained prime ministers and presidents. Now a five-star visitor
attraction and Best UK Attraction (Which magazine readers), you can discover across five decks stories of life at sea for both the Royal Family and the 220 Royal Yachtsmen who served on board.
PALACE OF HOLYROODHOUSE
The King’s official residence in Scotland. Standing at the end of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, this fine palace is the home of Scottish royal history. Explore 14 magnificent historic and State Apartments, the romantic ruins of the 12thcentury Holyrood Abbey and remarkable royal gardens, all with a complimentary multimedia tour. Best known as the home of Mary, Queen of Scots, the Palace was the setting for many dramatic episodes in her short reign. Today, the State Apartments are used regularly for State ceremonies and official entertaining.
FALKIRK WHEEL AND THE KELPIES
Two iconic landmarks celebrating Scottish industrial history. Enjoy our included canal cruise and ‘spin’ on the incredible Falkirk Wheel - the world’s first and only rotating boat lift, designed and built to connect the Forth & Clyde Canal and the Union Canal. Be prepared for stunning views across the vast Falkirk countryside as you reach the top point of The Wheel during your 360 degrees trip, before riding back down to the basin and Visitor Centre below.
If you find the Falkirk Wheel impressive, the sight of the Kelpies will blow your mind. The 30-metre high horse-head structures
weigh 300 tonnes each and are the largest equine structures in the world. The statues celebrate the impact of horses on Scottish industrial history – pulling wagons, ploughs and barges – and are located in The Helix parkland.
EDINBURGH
There is so much to see in the fabulous historic Capital of Scotland, renowned for its heritage, culture, and festivals. Take a long walk around the centre to explore the World Heritage Sites of the Old Town and New Town, as well as all the area’s museums and galleries. Pause to fortify yourself with tea and scones at the city’s charming tea rooms or duck into a traditional pub. Camera at the ready - Victoria Street is an absolute must visit with
the ‘Harry Potter’ Shops, Candlemaker Row, The Royal Mile, Greyfriar Bobby’s, St Giles Cathedral, the incredible Castle (voted top UK Heritage Attraction)... so much to see and never a dull moment.