Cheap flights Scotland

Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the capital of Scotland and it is situated on the south shore of the Firth of Forth. Edinburgh is well known over the planet for it’s castles and palaces there are also beautiful landscapes and a extinct volcano, Edinburgh is particularly of interest to those culturally and historically inclined tourists. It also satisfies those seeking exciting entertainment and nightlife. One can visit the castle and palace, numerous museums, galleries, theatres, churches and cathedrals. You can walk through streets to enjoy awesome architecture. There are also numerous bars, nightclubs and some casinos.

• Edinburgh Castle: This is one of the most distinctive and most visited landmarks of Scotland, Edinburgh castle is perched high up in the city centre on the remains of an extinct volcano The castle houses the Honours (Crown Jewels) of Scotland, the Stone of Destiny, the famous 15th-century gun Mons Meg, the One o’ Clock Gun and the National War Museum of Scotland.
• Edinburgh zoo: Visit the Edinburgh zoo if traveling with kids, there are a few endangered species like the Siberian tiger to see, it is both sad and amazing to see the animals in confinement.
• Holyrood House: This is the queen’s Scottish residence, and scene of royal garden parties in the Summer Holyrood House has played host to a turbulent history of royalty and grandeur, horrific murders, and religious significance. The Palace and the Abbey have survived numerous fires, repairs and restorations.

Glasgow

Glasgow is the largest city in Scotland and an important financial hub of the country, the city is located on the River Clyde and is a cosmopolitan, vibrant and lively destination, it is also designated as a UNESCO Creative City. Glasgow from the 18th century was a major financial hub and engineering and shipbuilding destinations in Europe because of the Industrial Revolution. Today for visitors Glasgow’s has beautiful Victorian architecture, numerous attractions and monuments, great shopping and festivals, an exciting nightlife, museums and galleries with world famous art collections and more.

• The Clyde Auditorium: The Clyde Auditorium is also known as Armadillo by locals, the building has stunning architecture and many a concert and public events are organized here. The Clyde Auditorium has a capacity of 3000 people and is located on the site of the Queen’s Dock of the River Clyde.
• Glasgow Cathedral: The Glasgow Cathedral is also called as the High Kirk of Glasgow; the cathedral has superb Scottish Gothic architecture dating from medieval times. The cathedral is believed to be located where the patron saint of Glasgow, Saint Mungo built his church.
• City Chambers: The City Chambers was built in 1888 and is the headquarters of Glasgow City Council; the building is located in George Square and has beautiful Italian Renaissance style architecture.
• Burrell Collection: Glasgow is rich in culture and heritage and the best place to learn more about them are the museums and galleries here, the top ones being Burrell Collection, Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow Science Centre, Transmission Gallery, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, People’s Palace and Winter Gardens, St. Mungo’s Museum and more.
• Glasgow Green: Glasgow Green is the most famous park and the oldest park in Glasgow dating back to the 15th century; it is also a major destination for open air events, the park is situated in the east end of Glasgow on the north bank of the River Clyde. Highlights in the park include Nelson’s memorial, The Peoples Palace Museum, The Templeton carpet factory and The Doulton fountain.