Top Scotland Attractions & Museums

Discover more about Scottish history on this guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle. Walk up the Royal Mile with your guide while learning about the castle's 3,000-year history and its role in Scottish heritage. Explore the castle grounds with detailed insights into key features like the one o'clock gun and Argyle Battery, gaining a deeper understanding than a casual visitor.

It isn’t a trip to Scotland without a whisky tasting—and this tour provides the perfect introduction to The Clydeside Distillery: Glasgow’s first dedicated single-malt distillery in over a century. Explore the Dockside Story to learn all about the history of whisky, how it's made, and every stage of production. End your tour with a guided whisky tasting where you learn how to nose and taste whisky with three drams from Clydeside. Note: during "silent season," no production will take place but tours run as normal with full access to the distillery.

The Edinburgh Dungeon is one of the Scottish capital's most-visited attractions, for good reason. The thrilling experience takes you on a wild underground journey through Scottish history that is equal parts terrifying and hilarious. Plan ahead and ensure a hassle-free visit by pre-booking your admission ticket for the Edinburgh Dungeon.

Join us for a completely unique Stirling private experience; immerse yourself in the old town of Stirling and Stirling Castle on this 3 hour tour with a local, expert guide. You'll spend the first 90 minutes walking through Stirling's old town with your guide. Walk in the footsteps of Mary Queen of Scots, William Wallace and Robert the Bruce whilst you hear the tales of battles, kings and queens who shaped Stirling, and Scotland into the place it is today. Learn about executions, marketplaces and grave robbers as well as modern life in this bustling city. After the walk, enjoy discovering Stirling Castle with your local guide. Highlights in Stirling Castle include the Great Hall, the Royal Apartments and Stirling Heads. Everything is included in the price, just show up and enjoy! Cancellation policy: email us 7+ days in advance and we will cancel/full refund. Tripadvisor won't let us set this as our policy! Thanks.

Having to wait in long lines puts a damper on trip activities, but pre-booking your ticket means you can skip the line to enter the Dundee Botanic Garden. Once inside, you are free to explore the garden and temperate arboretum housing botanical wonders collected from all over the world.

Visit “Scotland’s Alcatraz”, long the country’s only high-security prison, without the hassle of waiting in line at the ticket office. Head straight inside and follow the audio tour to learn about the 125-year history of the former HM Convict Prison, including the infamous 1987 siege and Britain’s first state-owned railway. Walk through the galleries and halls as you listen to the stories of prison officers for a fully immersive experience.

Visit Edinburgh Castle, Scotland's most iconic landmark, commanding stunning views from its perch on Castle Rock. Explore the Crown Jewels, St Margaret's Chapel, and delve into the castle's rich military history. A mobile audio guide enriches your visit, offering stories about Edinburgh's past as you stroll through the Old Town at your own pace. This ticket grants you access to public exhibitions and historic buildings inside the castle, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of Scotland's heritage.

If you’re a whisky lover in Scotland, look no further than this guided Johnnie Walker tasting experience that’s sure to expand your palate and understanding of Scotch whisky. Sample premium blends including the Experience Exclusive and discover how the iconic drink is produced as you explore the Explorer's Bothy Bar in Edinburgh, which is within easy walking distance of top city attractions.

Visit the home of Scottish soccer on this Hampden Park stadium and museum tour in Glasgow. Follow your guide through the players’ changing rooms and the tunnels, and follow in the footsteps of Scotland’s most successful players as you step out onto the pitch. Picture yourself in the Scottish national colors at the cup presentation area, and hear the stories behind the stadium’s impressive silverware in the museum.

Glimpse into the lifestyle of the Royals with an audio tour of the Royal Yacht Britannia – the floating palace of Her Majesty the Queen for more than 40 years. Independently explore the stately ship’s five decks, peeking into elaborately decorated rooms like the State Apartments, the State Drawing Room, the Queen’s Bedroom and more. Add to the unique experience with some refreshment in the Royal Deck Tea Room (additional expense).

Discover a different side to Edinburgh—and learn something new—on this tour of the Johnnie Walker Experience, with plenty of insights on Scotch whisky and three cocktails featuring the distillery’s finished product all included. Learn how whisky is made, explore interactive exhibits, and take part in a flavor quiz before settling down to sip.

Venture to the Scottish Highlands and spend two nights on the Isle of Skye, including a steam train ride on The Jacobite of the West Highland Railway Line—aka the “Hogwarts Express” of Harry Potter fame. This hassle-free 3-day guided trip from Edinburgh takes you on a comprehensive itinerary of regional highlights such as the Old Man of Storr, Eilean Donan Castle, and the legendary Loch Ness.

Learn about one of Scotland’s favorite beers, Tennent’s, by going on a behind-the-scenes brewery tour. Discover deep insights about the brewing process that you likely wouldn’t learn about otherwise, and see brewery artifacts that date back to the 1500s. As you go, your guide will share insider facts about how Tennent's is made. Then, finish the tour with a rare pour of unpasteurized Tennent's, straight from the tank.

Footie fans can go behind the scenes at Celtic Park, home to Celtic FC, with this in-depth stadium tour. Visit the locker room and boardroom before walking through the tunnel to marvel at the stands pitchside. Learn about team history and lore from your guide before continuing on to the stadium’s Number 7 restaurant for a gourmet meal overlooking the pitch.

Explore four full decks of a remarkably preserved 1824 warship, where original cabins, gun decks and crew spaces reveal the real lives of sailors. See how over 300 men lived and worked aboard, from sleeping in hammocks to operating heavy guns, bringing the human stories of naval life to life. Unlike most historic ships, HMS Unicorn remains largely unchanged, thanks to its sheltered early history, making it one of the most authentic vessels in the world. Its unique design also captures a turning point in naval history, combining traditional wooden shipbuilding with early industrial innovation.

Listen to Edinburgh’s grisliest tales on a haunted evening or night-time walking tour. Experience the ghastly histories of monsters, madness, and murder that cast a dark shadow on Scotland’s capital. See where witch trials, pagan rituals, and executions took place, then visit the chilling Old Calton Burial Ground or Canongate Kirkyard cemetery to learn about body-snatching and some of the infamous individuals interred here.

Uncover the spirit of the Scottish Highlands through interactive and immersive exhibits in The Inverness Castle Experience, and explore the highlights of Inverness with a city audio tour. Step inside The Inverness Castle Experience and uncover the spirit of the Scottish Highlands. Discover its rich culture and heritage as you explore interactive and immersive exhibits. As you enter the South Tower, you'll embark on a self-guided adventure through an audio-visual journey celebrating the Highlands. Don't forget to capture the incredible views of Inverness from the Great Glen Roof Terrace. In the North Tower, admire beautiful tapestries, listen to traditional music, and experience stories passed down through generations. After your visit, continue exploring Inverness city with an audio tour. Download your audio tour and discover local highlights at your own pace, including Inverness Cathedral and the Ness Islands.

Beat the lines by booking your entry ticket to SeaLife Loch Lomond in advance. Inside the interactive aquarium, you’ll have access to exhibits such as Predators of the Reef, an Ocean Tank, and Tropical Ocean Tunnel, home to diverse marine life such as sharks, clown fish, and manta rays. Plus, you’ll have the chance to touch starfish in the immersive rock pools. A fun-filled family day out is guaranteed at SeaLife Loch Lomond.

Experience the beauty of rural Scotland on a full-day tour of the West Highlands—with its lochs, mountains, and castles—from Edinburgh. Visit Doune Castle (all admissions own expense), admire fine views over shimmering lakes and soaring peaks, and enjoy free time and a visit to the castle in Inveraray. Then, head onward to Kilchurn Castle—one of Scotland's prettiest castles.

Get out of the city and soak up the natural beauty of Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands on this day tour from Edinburgh. See wooded lochs and tucked-away villages as you journey through spectacular scenery en route to Glencoe and Fort Augustus. Enjoy a boat tour in search of the Loch Ness Monster and traverse the picturesque Cairngorms National Park. Travel in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach with a small group.

Designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to the world of whisky, this guided tour of the Scotch Whisky Experience in Edinburgh is the ideal choice for travelers wanting to learn more about Scotland’s national drink. Learn about Scotland's whisky-producing regions and how the weather affects the flavor of your drink as well as the art of blending. View one of the world’s largest Scotch whisky collections and enjoy a guided tasting session.

Visit a bespoke whisky lounge right in the heart of Edinburgh for a journey through Scotland's past. Savor single malt whiskies from several esteemed distilleries to uncover the secrets of Scotch whisky-making, and experience the great Scottish tradition of storytelling on this tasting tour.

Take a break from the city and head into the Scottish Highlands for a taste of Scotch whiskies often missed by visitors. In addition to navigating, your guide acts as designated driver so that you can fully enjoy the tastings. Between distillery visits, break up the day with a midday stop to explore Aberfeldy. Round-trip transport from Edinburgh is included for your convenience. Note that in January, Glenturret Distillery is replaced by Blair Athol Distillery. Admission fees for distillery tours are not included.