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Edinburgh
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Edinburgh Castle – Visit Edinburgh Castle, a magnificent pile of rock, where the Scottish
kings ruled, lived and fought against their enemies. Scads of weapons and
armor in the Great Hall and be sure to see the Scottish crown jewels.
The Stone of Destiny – where the Scottish kings and queens were
crowned, has been returned to Scotland and is now on display in the castle.
Stick around for the "one o'clock gun," fired every day at one o'clock (except
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Princes Street
Gardens – The moat for Edinburgh Castle was drained in 17th century
to make way for these gardens. Climb up the 200 foot Scott Monument to
Sir Walter Scott for a stunning view of the city. Don't miss the statue
of Scott and his dog at the base of the monument. Also, near the National
Gallery of Scotland, look for the floral clock – on the quarter
hour, a "cuckoo" comes out. |
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The 3D Loch Ness Experience – Put on 3D glasses and step into the legends of Nessie, the Loch Ness Monster – history, hoaxes, and scientific research to get to the bottom of this mystery. |
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Outlook Tower
and Camera Obscura – From the tower, you'll get an excellent panorama
of the city. The Camera Obscura, a tourist attraction since the 19th century,
is a giant pinhole camera, where images of the city are projected onto a
viewing area. |
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National Museum of Scotland – Step into a treasure trove of exhibits covering the history of Scotland. In the Early People gallery, check out an ancient oak figure, gold and silver booches, dress up as a Viking or Roman, or play a trading game. In the Discovery Zone, kids can fire mini catapults, create coats of arms, and dress up in period costumes. Other other galleries, explore the natural world and discoveries by Scottish inventors and adventurers. Newly renovated, this museum is a biggie, so allow plenty of time. |
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Greyfriars
Bobby statue – Visit the statue of that devoted Skye terrier, the
dog who mourned his master, standing guard over his grave in Greyfriars
Kirkyard for 14 years. (Bobby died in 1872). |
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Brass Rubbing
Centre (off High Street) – One family writes that they went several
times to the Brass Rubbing Centre with their kids. The Centre is located
in Trinity church and has a varied collection of stones and brasses to make
rubbings. |
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Holyrood
Park – Holyrood Park encompasses 650 acres, a natural landscape
so close to the city. Holyrood Palace (Palace of Holyrood House) is the official residence of
Queen Elizabeth when she visits Edinburgh. The palace, founded by James
IV in 1498, was also where Mary Queen of Scots Italian secretary, David
Riccio, was murdered. Take a tour of the palace to see the royal apartments, thrones, and paintings of the kings of Scotland, |
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 Climb
up Arthur's Seat, an extinct volcano 822 ft. high. The easiest
path up is to start on the eastern side at Dunsapie Loch. Don't miss the
swans and the ducks paddling around the loch. Walk along the Salisbury Crags
to the summit. From the top, you can see for miles around, including the
Firth of Forth. It's more fun for the kids to hike up, but there's a road that takes you close to the summit. |
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Museum of Childhood – This museum should really be called the "Museum with the Most Toys."
Toys of all kinds, moving toys, stuffed toys, war toys (tin soldiers model
airplanes), paper toys, toys from around the world. You can't miss another
amazing dollhouse, six feet long and four feet high, complete with lights
and running water, and a huge doll collection. |
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Take a trip
through Edinburgh, up Waverly Steps to Princes Street, visit monuments,
gardens, bridges, the Castle, Holyrood Palace, plus fun facts (clan
tartans, Scottish dress, famous people from Edinburgh). Fabulous,
fun illustrations bring the city to life, this is a classic.
(Picture
book)
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In Edinburgh, time is coming unstuck by Chaos, and powerful forces are concentrated in the Museum of Scotland. Can two kids obtain the hoard of ancient bronze weapons and stop the monkey in the Millenium Clock, before it's too late? Wonderful local color, and perfect to read before you visit the museum. (Chapter book)
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Under the hill in Holyrood Park lives Arthur, a young, inexperienced dragon, and the MacArthurs, who guard the firestones. Two kids on summer holiday, a power hungry magician, shape-shifting pigeons, this is a super fantasy adventure, filled with Scottish magic and lore. (Chapter book)
The adventure continues in: The Wings of Ruksh, to the final book in the series, Dragon Seeker
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Young
Nicola joins the court of Mary Queen of Scots, to entertain the
queen with poetry and songs. At Holyrood Palace, Nicola and the
Queen are embroiled in treacherous politics, the Scottish lords
rebel, the king is murdered, and Mary Queen of Scots becomes a
prisoner in Lochleven castle. Good for older kids. (Chapter book)
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Humorous, handy tips for Mary, Queen of Scots, "a ruler who really lost her head" – you're a teenage widow and queen of Scotland, but people are plotting against you, try to avoid being kidnapped and locked up (she didn't), and don't conspire against Elizabeth I (she did). (Picture book)
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Heart-warming
story of Greyfriars Bobby, the Skye terrier that adopts
an old shepherd, Auld Jock, as his master. When Auld Jock dies and
is buried in Greyfriars churchyard, Bobby ignores the "No Dogs
Allowed" sign. (Chapter book)
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Delightful kids' guide to Edinburgh, with lots of insider secrets, fascinating facts and the nitty gritty to plan your visit. Where can you wield a broadsword, explore an underground street, clamber over a castle, fly a kite in the city center, and more? (Guidebook)
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(More children's
books on other Scotland pages) |
