Royal days out in Edinburgh
Mons Meg at Edinburgh Castle, Courtesy of Historic Scotland
an aerial view of Edinburgh Castle
the Royal Yacht Britannia
the Palace of Holyroodhouse
Find out what it’s like to be part of the Royal Family at some of Her Majesty The Queen’s Scottish residences. Admire the Palace of Holyroodhouse, discover Scotland’s glittering crown jewels at Edinburgh Castle and explore the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Visit the official residence in Scotland of The Queen and spend a regal afternoon learning more about the Royal Family and the palace’s legendary former inhabitants. Keep the whole family entertained by using the lively and interactive family tour whilst exploring the Palace of Holyroodhouse and be sure the children collect their complimentary activity bags on the way in. Find out more about the Palace of Holyroodhouse’s family activities. With so much to explore you can return as many times as you like in a year for free, once you’ve purchased a ticket.
Edinburgh Castle
Walk up the Royal Mile to the top of an extinct volcano in the centre of Edinburgh and discover stunning Edinburgh Castle. Explore the castle and discover the mighty 550-year-old Mons Meg, the world’s oldest cannon, and make sure you are standing on the ramparts in time to witness the blast of the One o’clock Gun. Walk through the dungeons to find out what it was like to be a prisoner of war - just make sure you don’t get left in one of the cells!
Royal Yacht Britannia
Follow in Sir Winston Churchill, Nelson Mandela and, of course, the Royal Family’s footsteps when you board the spectacular Royal Yacht Britannia in Leith. Pick up the hand-held audio tours - there is one especially for children - and take the self-guided tour around the impressive boat and discover the lavish State Apartments, crew areas and even the fascinating engine room. After exploring the yacht, enjoy well-earned tasty treats and light refreshments in the beautiful Royal Deck Tea Room whilst admiring stunning views across the waterfront.
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Edinburgh and the Lothians sits on the eastern side of Scotland's central belt, in the heart of the country.
