4 recommended excursions from Edinburgh

Edinburgh It is not only one of the most important cities in Scotland, but it is one of the most charming places in Britain. Nicknamed the "Northern Athens", it offers places as interesting as its urban center, which is a World Heritage Site. Of course, of the capital we must also highlight its castle, which houses buildings of great beauty, such as the Chapel of Santa Margarita; the Royal Mile, the most important street, where the Holyrood Palace and Parliament are located; the underground city; the National Gallery, the most important museum in the country; and Calton Hill Park, which hides the monument of those fallen in the Napoleonic Wars. And these are just some of its attractions.

Although there are many things worth doing and seeing in Edinburgh, if you have more time we recommend that you take a trip to some of the wonderful places that are located around the city. Today we are going to recommend 4 excursionsBut you should know that there are many interesting places to discover. Would you like to join us?

Loch Ness and Highlands

There are many agencies that offer excursions to the Highlands, known in Spanish as the Scottish Highlands. One of the great attractions of this spectacular mountainous region is Loch Ness, one of the most famous lakes worldwide, since there is a legend that says that here lives a monster. Of course, the excursion to this Scottish corner is worth it for many other reasons. And you will have the opportunity to discover the Los Trossachs National Park, small lakes, the Glencoe valley, the beautiful town of Fort Augustus ... In addition, in many agencies excursions include a visit to the Cairngorms National Park, the town of Dunkled and the Forth Bridge structure. The only bad thing about this tour is that you have to spend many hours on the bus.

Stirling Castle and Loch Lomond

It is also worth the trip to Stirling Castle, which in many agencies also includes a visit to Loch Lomond. The castle was one of the most important fortresses in Scotland during the Middle Ages. In fact, Stirling became the capital of the Scottish Kingdom. From a distance you can see the monument to William Wallace, a key character in the Scottish Wars of Independence against England. Of course, it is also worth knowing the old town. The next stop on the tour is Loch Lomond, the largest lake in the country. Also, back to Edinburgh, some agencies include a view of the town of Falkirk, which is home to the famous Falkirk Wheel; and the people of Linlithgow.

Saint Andrews and the fishing villages of Fife

Another excursion that we recommend is the one that includes a visit to Saint Andrews and the fishing villages of Fife. Saint Andrews is a small city that amazes you for your life university, its history and its idyllic surroundings. Its ruined cathedral stands out, facing the sea. A few kilometers to the south you can walk the route of the fishing villages of Fife, which houses such picturesque places as Crail and Anstruther. In addition, you can visit Scotland’s Secret Bunker, a bunker built during the Cold War.

Glasgow

Finally, we would like to recommend a visit to Glosgow, one of the most important cities in Scotland. Beyond its center, which is full of shops and malls, some of its museums are worth discovering. In addition, you should know that every week it houses numerous concerts. And that's not to mention its lively nightlife. Some of the places that you can visit during your trip to Glasgow are the cathedral, the only medieval one that has survived the Protestant reform; George Square and the banks of the River Clyde; and Kelvingrove Park, which houses the University of Glasgow and the Kelvingrove Museum.

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