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  • Edinburgh55.95018-3.18754
  • The Balmoral55.95304-3.1896
  • Apex City Hotel55.94732-3.1955
  • Perth56.39534-3.43466
  • Gleneagles Hotel56.28291-3.75125

Edinburgh & Surrounding#Scotland

Majestic Edinburgh and the home of golf

Edinburgh Castle looks down on a city where mediaeval lanes and elegant Georgian terraces hold over 1,000 years of history and tradition. The castle dominates the urban skyline, perched atop the crags of an ancient volcano right in the centre of the city.

Edinburgh has one of the most beautiful cityscapes in the world, making it an ideal city break destination. There is plenty to see and do with a perfect balance between the traditional and the contemporary. Discover world-class museums and galleries or simply take a tour of the city on an open bus. From the world-famous festivals to top-class restaurants and bars and fabulous shopping to its Georgian and Victorian architecture and winding mediaeval streets, it is easy to see why Edinburgh has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Golf was invented in Scotland in the 15th century and today you will find some of the world’s oldest courses, known as links, amongst the dunes of the east coast. There are over 500 golf courses in Scotland, both public and private, catering for every level of play. The championship courses are renowned for their immaculately kept greens and challenging holes and although they are favoured by serious players, anybody with a valid handicap certificate can enjoy them. We provide you with a hand-picked selection of one of the finest golf resorts located at scenic Auchterarder near Perth.

Apart from golf, Scotland is a superb year-round destination for outdoor activities of all kinds: the lochs and coastline are ideal for water sports, boating and cruising; its rivers provide exciting trout and salmon fishing and its mountains are wonderful for skiing, climbing and hill walking.

And should you wish to rejuvenate mind, body and spirit, Scotland’s spas enable you to unwind, relax and enjoy their high standards of service and unique approach to wellness and health. 

Places of interest

Panoramic views from Carlton Hill; Edinburgh Castle, Royal Botanic Gardens; River Forth; Grassmarket; Palace of Holyroodhouse; Leith Docks; Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre and Scott Monument.

For the family

Our Dynamic Earth, Deep Sea World, Edinburgh Zoo and Edinburgh Museum.

Best buys

Unrivalled range of Scottish merchandise – including woollens, antiques, gifts, maps, prints, fossils, kites and candles.

Places to shop

Royal Mile and Victoria Street in Edinburgh and villages of Fenton Barns and Freeport.

Out and about

Innovative theatre companies; ballets, orchestras and operas; West End plays and musicals. Plenty of live music in pubs, bars and restaurants.

Sports and leisure

Europe’s largest dry ski slope, biking, shooting, archery, trekking and golf. Most recommended are the golf courses near St Andrews.

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