Royal Yacht Britannia – the Queen’s floating palaceThe Royal Yacht Britannia once served as travelling accommodation for Queen Elizabeth II. Today she is moored near Edinburgh and can be visited. But what is there to see?
National Museum of Scotland – exciting excursion in EdinburghIt is not unlikely that it will rain in Scotland. So it’s a good thing that at least the capital city of Edinburgh, with the National Museum of Scotland, offers indoor sights.
The National Piping Centre – up close and personal with the bagpipesA centre dedicated to the national instrument of the Scots in the heart of Glasgow: the National Piping Centre shows the history and supports musicians. It’s even harder than it looks: Squeezing even one note out of the bagpipes takes some time, even with the help of a master piper at your side. With a […]
Skerryvore Lighthouse Museum – about building a miracle in the seaThe former base for the spectacular Skerryvore Lighthouse is now home to a museum that tells the story of the construction of the lighthouse. The old buildings, a restaurant and a harbour are also located here.
The Tenement House – the last gaslight in GlasgowThe entrance to the Tenement House is one of many in the street. What lies behind it, however, is unique.
People’s Palace, Glasgow Green and the Doulton FountainThe People’s Palace in Glasgow was designed to provide education and recreation for people in the poorest parts of the city. Today it does this for visitors from all over the world
Riverside Museum and the Tall Ship in GlasgowThe Riverside Museum attracts visitors with its modern architecture and exciting exhibits. There is another special attraction at the back
Kelvingrove Museum – art and history in a great settingBeautiful outside, and inside too. The Kelvingrove Museum is a great building with many interesting exhibitions inside.
Scottish Crannog Centre – Living like in the Iron AgeAt the Scottish Crannog Centre on Loch Tay, visitors can immerse themselves in Scotland’s Iron Age. A museum and the village showcase life in the past.
Perth Museum – Scotland’s Stone of Destiny lies hereIn the old royal city of Perth, the new museum displays one of Scotland’s most important national treasures: the Stone of Destiny. But the museum offers even more.
