Showing: 1 - 10 of 17 RESULTS
an indoor activity in edinburgh to do when it rains is to visit museums like the national museum of scotland. here a girl looks out on the third floor balcony down at the museum below
Edinburgh Scotland United Kingdom

Indoor Activities in Edinburgh: 12 Things to Do in Edinburgh When It Rains

In Edinburgh, it rains more than half of the year, on average. You can expect rain any month, so it’s best to be prepared by adding some indoor activities in Edinburgh to your itinerary. These are the 12 best indoor activities in Edinburgh. 1. See a Movie at the Scotsman Picturehouse Catching a movie at …

stirling castle
Glasgow Scotland United Kingdom

Day Trip to Stirling Castle from Glasgow Scotland

While visiting Glasgow, be sure to add a day trip to Stirling Castle. It’s one of the most historically important castles in Scotland and was the most used royal residence before Scotland united with England. Why visit Stirling Castle from Glasgow? It’s one of the easiest, quickest journeys by train, so you can make the …

Glasgow Scotland United Kingdom

Guide to Visiting Pollok Country Park in Glasgow Scotland

A visit to Glasgow Scotland isn’t complete without a stop at Pollok Country Park. Highland cows, gorgeous gardens, and an art collection you have to see to believe. All this in a park? Yes! Dedicate one whole day to visiting Pollok Country Park, like we did, as there is so much to do and see. …

eilean donan castle
Isle of Skye Scotland United Kingdom

Is It Worth Going Inside Eilean Donan Castle in Scotland?

You can see Eilean Donan Castle from the parking lot. Many don’t even bother paying an entrance fee and will just take their photos of the castle from outside. But is it worth the time, money, and energy to go inside Eilean Donan Castle? About Eilean Donan Castle Eilean Donan is one of the most …

people holding torches during the Edinburgh torchlight procession
Edinburgh Scotland United Kingdom

Complete Guide to Joining the Edinburgh Torchlight Procession during Hogmanay

12/29/24 Update: The Edinburgh Torchlight Procession was cancelled in 2024 due to high winds. View more information on the official website. Hoping for better weather in 2025! The Edinburgh Torchlight Procession is a bucket-list experience for many when visiting Scotland during Hogmanay, the Scottish end-of-the-year celebrations. But what is it like? What should you expect? …

author, a woman, standing atop Calton Hill, looking at the views of Edinburgh below
Edinburgh Scotland United Kingdom

20 Best Places to Visit in New Town Edinburgh

Most people when visiting Edinburgh stick to Old Town, but Edinburgh New Town is just as much worth visiting. I would even argue that your trip to Edinburgh would be incomplete without visiting New Town. Despite being called New Town, Edinburgh New Town has a lot of history and many important buildings, enough to be …

author, a young woman, sitting at a table for afternoon tea
Edinburgh Scotland United Kingdom

10 Best Places for Afternoon Tea in Edinburgh (I Tried 4!)

Are you looking for the best afternoon tea in Edinburgh? Having afternoon tea in Edinburgh is an incredible experience all tea drinkers should add to their itinerary. Most likely, you’ll only have time for one, so it’s best to figure out which one that should be! I love afternoon tea, so I booked and tried …

Edinburgh Scotland United Kingdom

Is There an Underground City in Edinburgh? (Guide + Map)

Well, is there an underground city in Edinburgh? Not quite. There are parts of Edinburgh that are underground, but there isn’t an entire underground city below Edinburgh (as cool as that would be). You are able to tour these underground places, but where exactly are they and why are they underground? Let’s get into the …

Inverness Scotland United Kingdom

Day Trip from Inverness to Dunrobin Castle (and Dornoch)

Oh to be a duchess in a castle like this … Dunrobin Castle is a gorgeous chateau in the Scottish Highlands, about an hour’s drive from Inverness. It’s a perfect day trip from Inverness for those interested in exploring historic castles. And boy, does this castle have history. We joined a day tour with Rabbie’s …