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Hit the shops in Scotland’s biggest cities this winter to pick up a festive gift, or treat yourself in the New Year during the mammoth January sales! Read on to find out more!
Scotland’s Winter Festivals
From Christmas at a castle to the coolest celtic music, you’ll be surprised at the the delights in store at Scotland’s winter festivals
Ancestral Scotland
Surprise yourself on a journey of ancestral discovery! There are lots of fascinating attractions and various resources all over Scotland to help you with your historic adventure - wherever it may take you!
National Museum of Scotland
Following a three year, £46.4 million redevelopment, the National Museum of Scotland’s magnificent Victorian building has been transformed unveiling 16 awe-inspiring new galleries and 8,000 objects newly on display.
Family Fun
There’s lots of family fun to be had around the October School holidays. From monkeys to Dennis the Menace, Romans to Royalty, you will definitely find plenty to entertain the kids this holiday!
Wildlife
The change from summer to autumn in Scotland’s natural environment is an important time for wildlife, providing some unique highlights which should not be missed.
Active Events
Join in or be a spectator at the year of Active Scotland events happening in September and October.
Doors Open Days
Free entry to hundreds of ancient and modern buildings throughout Scotland every September. Enjoy exciting activities, family events and tours.
Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight
Tantalise your tastebuds with more than 120 food & drink events across Scotland during Scottish Food & Drink Fortnight.
Scotland’s Islands
Scotland’s islands are more accessible than you think...from landing on a beach in Barra to visiting an island widely known as ‘Scotland in Miniature’.
Highland Games & the World Pipe Band Championships
Highland dancing, tossing the caber and the stirring sound of 8000 pipes and drums at the World Pipe Band Championships. Find out more...
Falkirk Wheel
Sail 35M in the air! Come and experience the world’s first and only rotating boat lift, The Falkirk Wheel.
Active days out and holiday ideas
Activity ideas for the summer and great deals to tempt you to try something new!
Scotland’s Free Attractions
The saying “some of the best things in life are free” has never been truer this summer. Find out more about Scotland’s free attractions.






