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Scotland’s capital is filled with attractive landmarks, parks and gardens, and hosts cultural festivals that draw millions of visitors each year.

Famed for the panoramic views from its soaring clock tower, this ancient religious landmark is also home to a series of striking medieval graves. 

Visit this ancient and beautiful cathedral to attend a service or just admire the wonderful architecture.

Watch battle re-enactments among evocative medieval ruins and learn about the role this fort played in the English Civil War.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Enjoy the tranquil setting of this spacious sandy haven flanked by a miniature railway and an aquarium with Humboldt penguins.

One of London’s largest parks was once a royal hunting ground and is now a popular place to enjoy pretty flower displays, live music and superb city views.

Explore the crumbling remains and towering gatehouse of this once mighty 14th-century castle, which was an integral part of the English Civil War. 

Walk the streets of this charming town and soak up its history, architecture and culture before heading out into the nearby countryside.

Stroll along this spectacular bay and admire its turquoise waters, white sand and intriguing rock formations, including a precariously balanced stone.

Big Ben, Nelson’s Column, the Tower of London and Abbey Road; every corner in London has a tale to tell.

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.

An engineering marvel, this London icon spans both the River Thames and the ages.

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Visit this cathedral to learn about the history behind London’s most iconic church and its Baroque dome that overlooks the city.

With an opulence worthy of the former monarchs buried inside, this 15th-century chapel is the go-to spot for royal ceremonies and weddings.

Engage with London’s politics in this innovative building that is shaped like a slanted egg made almost entirely of glass.

Build your courage for the many carnival rides on the People’s Pier and explore the sights backing onto this beach.

Wander between campus buildings and architectural landmarks, visit museums, catch a theater show and admire outdoor art displays at this city center university. 

Explore the wonders of the natural world for free in this fascinating museum. Learn about dinosaurs, creatures of the deep, our planet’s interior and much more.