Edinburgh Castle: is undoubtedly the most visited attraction in Scotland. The castle was built atop an extinct volcano and is the latest in a series of strongholds that have occupied this site since the 1st century AD. Edinburgh Castle houses the crown jewels of Scotland, the Stone of Destiny, a gigantic 15th century cannon known as ‘Mons Meg’ and also the headquarters of the Scottish Division of the armed forces. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view from the battlements, looking out over all of Edinburgh. Our Dynamic Earth: was built to commemorate the new millennium and chronicles the story of the creation of the earth. Advanced technology combined with special effects allow visitors to travel back in time: to witness the earth’s birth; journey to the earth’s core; experience a volcanic eruption; and ‘visit’ a tropical rainforest and the polar ice caps. The Georgian House: is located at Charlotte Square, in the middle of the city’s New Town. The house is furnished as it would have been in the late 18th century, complete with china and silver, furniture and paintings. While you’re in the area, you’ll find some temporary exhibits at 28 Charlotte Square, and also a very popular cafe/restaurant. Inside the cathedral, you’ll see ornate wooden carvings in the Thistle Chapel. This is the venue for funerals of major Scottish figures, such as the service for politician Robin Cook, held in 2005. Royal Yacht Britannia: was decommissioned, and has been opened to the public as a floating museum with a focus on the lives of royal family members and the yacht crew. You can also explore the yacht’s decks and see the Queen’s bedroom. There’s an additional exhibition onboard chronicling the yacht’s final year in service. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh: is considered to be Scotland’s premier garden, and in fact is one of Edinburgh’s most frequently-visited attractions. The Royal Botanic Garden features a unique collection of plants on a site that covers 31 hectares, and is directly descended from the physic garden that was established in 1670, near the Palace of Holyroodhouse. | 
