Discover the rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture of Edinburgh. Explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle and wander through the historic Royal Mile. Don't miss the stunning views from Arthur's Seat, or the chance to delve into the mysterious underground vaults of the Old Town
Edinburgh is a city that begs to be explored. The city is steeped in historical and political sites your students can explore and learn what shaped this wonderful vibrant city. Walk the Royal Mile to the Castle or even visit the Scottish Parliament. For geography students, visit Arthur’s seat and cover a class on volcano’s and as to how they have shaped Scotland.
The rocky peak of Arthur’s Seat (251m), carved by ice sheets from the deeply eroded stump of a long-extinct volcano, is a distinctive feature of Edinburgh’s skyline.
Edinburgh’s camera obscura is a curious 19th-century device, in constant use since 1853 that uses lenses and mirrors to throw a live image of the city onto a large horizontal screen. 1.5-hr visit.
Witness the Big Bang, feel an earthquake and even get caught in a tropical rainstorm. Dynamic Earth tells the unique story of our planet’s past, present and future, and allows your pupils to explore the ever-changing nature of the physical and biological processes that continue to shape the planet. This interactive tour includes interactive voting pads and smartboard technology, and your pupils will handle specimens in the workshop.
It is one of Scotland’s most atmospheric and popular tourist attractions. The brooding, black crags of Castle Rock, rising above the western end of Princes St, are the very reason for Edinburgh’s existence. This rocky hill was the most easily defended hilltop on the invasion route between England and central Scotland. 2-hour tour.
The site of a cattle market from 15th century until the start of the 20th century, the Grassmarket has always been a focal point of the Old Town.
Built in 1570, it houses a museum covering Edinburgh from prehistory to the present. The Museum also houses spectacular collections of decorative art which reveal a rich history of Scottish craftsmanship, from beautifully cut and engraved glass and intricately made silver from Edinburgh and Canongate, costume, longcase clocks, along with Scottish pottery and Scottish porcelain dating from the 1760s.
Its extensive collections are spread between two buildings, one modern, one Victorian. The five floors of the museum trace the history of Scotland from geological beginnings to the 1990s, with many imaginative and stimulating exhibits.
This palace is the royal family’s official residence in Scotland, but it is more famous as the 16th century home of the ill-fated Mary Queen of Scots. 1-hour visit.
Discover what life was like on board The Queen's floating Royal residence. Here your group can learn about the history of Royal Yachts, view displays and historical photographs of Britannia's captivating past.
Built on the site of a former brewery close to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, was officially opened by HM the Queen in October 2005. You can take one hour guided tour that includes a visit to the Debating Chamber, a committee room, the Garden Lobby and, when possible, the office of an MSP (Member of the Scottish Parliament).
This mile-long street earned its regal nick-name in the 16th century when it was used by the king to travel between the castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Join this tour in Edinburgh and visit the vaults beneath Old Town, dating back to the early 18th century. These subterranean vaults were originally used as storerooms, workshops and drinking dens. But as Edinburgh’s population swelled in the early 19th century with an influx of penniless Highlanders cleared from their lands, and Irish refugees from the potato famine, the dark, dripping chambers were given over to slum accommodation and abandoned to poverty, filth and crime. 1-hour tour.
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