The Royal Yacht Britannia
(1 Mile)*
For over forty years The Royal Yacht Britannia served the Royal Family, travelling over one million miles to become the most famous ship in the world.
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Newhaven Heritage Museum
(1 Mile)*
What was it like to live in a tightly-knit fishing community at Newhaven, and earn a living as a fishwife or a fisherman braving the sea? Find out at the lively and informative Newhaven Heritage Museum.
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Nelson Monument
(1 Mile)*
The death of Admiral Lord Nelson at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 was felt by many people in Britain to be more than just a public calamity. In Edinburgh it was decided that a monument should be built which would be both ornamental and useful.
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Palace of Holyroodhouse
(1 Mile)*
The Palace of Holyroodhouse, official residence in Scotland of Her Majesty The Queen, stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile against the spectacular backdrop of Arthur's Seat.
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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
(1 Mile)*
Discover the wonders of the plant kingdom in Scotland's Premier Garden. Plants from around the world are displayed in over 28 hectares of beautifully landscaped grounds.
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Museum of Edinburgh
(1 Mile)*
The Museum of Edinburgh traces the history of the capital from prehistoric times to the present day. It also houses extensive collections of Edinburgh-made silver and glass, Scottish pottery and other decorative objects.
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The People's Story
(1 Mile)*
Situated in the Canongate Tolbooth this museum was opened in 1989. It tells of the life and work of Edinburgh's ordinary people from the late 18th century to the present day.
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Scottish National Portrait Gallery
(1 Mile)*
The Scottish National Portrait Gallery is closed for refurbishment and is due to re-open in 2011.
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Dynamic Earth
(1 Mile)*
Our Dynamic Earth is the most amazing adventure of all time. It's a fantastic journey of discovery that will take you from the very beginning of time to the unknown future of the planet we call home.
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Brass Rubbing Centre
(2 Miles)*
In the centre you will find a fascinating collection of replicas moulded from ancient Pictish Stones, rare Scottish brasses and medieval church brasses.
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Museum of Childhood
(2 Miles)*
The Museum of Childhood in Edinburgh is a favourite with adults and children alike - it is a treasure house, crammed full of objects telling of childhood, past and present.
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John Knox House
(2 Miles)*
John Knox House has been the outstanding building in Edinburgh's historic Netherbow for over five hundred years.
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Scott Monument
(2 Miles)*
The Scott Monument is 200 ft. 6in high and 55ft square at the base; the highest gallery is reached by climbing a total of 287 steps. It is constructed of Binnie stone, taken from shale workings near Linlithgow.
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Edinburgh City Art Centre
(2 Miles)*
The City Art Centre is home to Edinburgh's fine art collection, comprising some 4,000 paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures and photographs.
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Edinburgh Dungeon
(2 Miles)*
The Edinburgh Dungeon invites you to a feast of fun with history's horrible bits. Live actors, an errie ride, shows and special effects transport you back to those black, bleak times. Are you brave enough?
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