THE ROYAL MILE - the Main artery coming down from the Castle towards the medieval shopping district.

PRINCES STREET GARDENS - Separates the Old City from the New Town.

THE NEW TOWN - 18th century Georgian quarter with elegant squares and avenues: mansions with neoclassical facades contemplate large parks in the city centre.

CHARLOTTE SQUARE - Place designed by Robert Adam and considered one of the finest examples of Georgian architecture in Britain, on which stands Georgian House, a symbol of elegance and testimony to the extravagant lifestyle of the rich inhabitants.

HOLYROOD PALACE - The official residence of the Queen in Scotland. Located at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, this Baroque palatial structure is a symbol of the rich and tumultuous history of the country. Particularly famous for having been the residence of Mary, Queen of Scots, this palace has been the setting for many dramatic events during the country's tumultuous past.

NATIONAL GALLERY - This museum presents some of the finest works of Scottish portrait painters such as Allan Ramsay and Henry Raeburn. Paintings of Dutch and Flemish masters are also exhibited, as well as fine collections devoted to Italian painters: Tintoretto, Titian and Raphael.

FARMERS’ MARKET (each Saturday from 09h00 to 14h00) - Located at the foot of the castle, it offers a dive into the heart of Scottish gastronomic culture and a unique opportunity to discover Scottish products (meats, cheeses, fruits and vegetables, pies and beers).

MUSEUM OF SCOTLAND - One of Edinburgh's iconic landmarks. Set on 5 levels, the museum traces the history of Scotland from its beginnings in geology to the present day, drawing on an inventive and stimulating museography. Highlights include the reliquary of Monymusk, a small 750 silver casket that allegedly accompanied Robert I of Scotland during the Battle of Bannockburn in 1314 ; the Lewis Chessmen, set of beautiful 12th century chess pieces in walrus ivory; and the "Ways of Death" collection, with its jet jewels, mourning bracelets in human hair, and 8 of the 17 tiny coffins discovered on the slopes of Arthur's Seat in 1836…

ROYAL BRITANNIA BOAT - Throughout its 5 platforms, you will have an unprecedented glimpse of the royal life at sea and you will meet the shadow of the greatest passengers of this liner out of the ordinary: Sir Winston Churchill, Boris Yeltsin, Gandhi, Mandela and many others ... Most of the furniture and trinkets of state apartments are loans from the "Royal Collection". You can admire the jewels of the liner: the splendid official dining room, the Queen's room, the drawing room, the Admiral's cabin and of course the Sun Lounge.

GLENKINCHIE DISTILLERY - Set amid the barley fields, far from the hustle and bustle of the Scottish capital. She prides herself on producing "Edinburgh malt". She is the only one in Scotland to be headed by a woman, Kay Fleming, and one of the last remaining Lowland distilleries. Here, the tradition has not lost any importance and the Glenkinchie distillery remains the undisputed emblem of the fresh and light style that characterizes this region.

GLASGOW CATHEDRAL - The present building was consecrated in 1197. Since that same period the Cathedral has never been unroofed and the worship of God has been carried out within its walls for more than 800 years.

BOTANIC GARDENS – The Botanic Gardens is internationally renowned for its impressive glass houses and extensive tropical and temperate plant collections from around the world.

GLASGOW CITY CHAMBERS AND GEORGE SQUARE – Glasgow City Chambers is situated on the Eastern side of George Square and is arguably one of Glasgow’s most beautiful buildings. It was built in the late 1800’s and externally is an interpretation of Renaissance Classicism incorporating Italianate designs.

GLASGOW GREEN – The Peoples Palace & Winter Gardens. Glasgow Green is Glasgow’s largest park at 129 acres and has been the location of many events over the last 300 years. Situated in the Green is the recently restored Winter Gardens with its exotic palms and plants and the Peoples Palace, telling the story of the people and city from 1750.

INVERNESS CATHEDRAL - This beautiful Victorian Episcopalian cathedral church, built of red stone and granite, hosts regular services and is open every day for visitors and prayer. 

CALEDONIAN CANAL - Considered to be one of the most impressive waterways in the world, the 100 km Caledonian Canal begins in Inverness, running all the way across the Great Glen. Designed in the 19th century by Thomas Telford, today the canal is a Scheduled Ancient Monument. Explore the towpaths on foot or by bicycle.

EDEN COURT THEATRE - A piece of contemporary architecture,  opened in the 1970s, features two Grade A Listed theatre spaces, as well as another theatre, two cinemas, drama and dance studios, and dressing rooms.

GLEN ORD DISTILLERY - This distillery, which originated in the mid-19th century, is just a short bus ride from Inverness. Book a tasting tour, where you can learn all about the process of making Glen Ord’s signature malt whisky, for which they malt their own barley, and taste various aged varieties.

DOLPHIN WATCHING - The Dolphin and Seal Centre in North Kessock is worth a visit for its excellent Bottle-nose Dolphin watching opportunities. Just a short bus from the city centre, you will be in one of the best locations for watching these creatures.

THE SITE OF CULLODEN’S BATTLE - Which changed the course of British, European and world history. Stones and monuments locate the tombs used as memorials, while trails mark the frontlines of the opponents.

CAWDOR’S CASTLE - Considered to be one of the most beautiful historic houses in Scotland: its medieval tower and drawbridge are in perfect condition and you can discover an extensive collection of paintings, tapestries, furniture and books... Few Scottish castles have such beautiful gardens: its walled garden, the oldest (created in 1620) served as a kitchen garden to the castle.