The Royal Burgh of Linlithgow
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This ancient town has a distinguished history and there are many sites of interest; follow the heritage trail and discover the fascinating history and architecture in Linlithgow. Ideally situated in Central Scotland with easy access to Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, Perth and beyond by road and by rail; the location is perfect for a Scottish getaway. Lose yourself in Scottish culture and enjoy all that Linlithgow and Scotland have to offer. |
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Local Attractions
There are many ways to enjoy your Scottish break in idyllic Linlithgow.
Visit Linlithgow Palace and explore the birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots.
Discover the circular walk around the loch where you can enjoy a picnic on the Peel and get magnificent views of the palace.
Book a tour to discover Scotland’s history, stunning scenery and visit popular filming locations such as Outlander.
For those who love the outdoors there is cycling, walking and fishing.
Cycle or walk on the John Muir Way which is a coast to coast route across Scotland’s heartland from Helensburgh in the West to Dunbar in the East.
Enjoy a game of golf at Kingsfield Golf and Leisure or Linlithgow Golf Club.
Take a trip to the Linlithgow Canal Centre, cruise on the Union Canal and visit the museum and coffee shop.
Explore the local country parks at Muiravonside and Beecraigs, immerse yourself in the stunning woodland and parkland scenery.
Visit Blackness Castle on the Firth of Forth and the heritage railway and museum at Bo’ness and Kinneil Railway.
Visit Scotland’s finest stately home, the magnificent Hopetoun House and enjoy the nature trails and scenic walks in the beautiful grounds.
West Lothian has a wealth of attractions and activities for you to enjoy during your stay including great shopping at Livingston Designer Outlet, Scotland’s largest designer outlet.
Attractions in the area
The apartment is in an excellent location for visiting many popular attractions that Scotland has to offer.
Visit Edinburgh, the capital city, and take in the sights of Edinburgh Castle and The Palace of Holyrood House.
Enjoy the cultural events on offer including the Edinburgh International Festival and The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
Visit the National Museum of Scotland and The National Galleries of Scotland.
Climb the iconic Arthur’s Seat, a dormant volcano, for breathtaking views of Edinburgh and the Lothians.
Enjoy a day out onboard The Royal Yacht Britannia.
Edinburgh is a year round destination; in winter Edinburgh’s Christmas, the Edinburgh Hogmanay Concert in the Gardens and the Hogmanay Street Party are popular events.
Stirling Castle, The National Wallace Monument, The Falkirk Wheel, The Kelpies and The Helix are around a 15 minute drive away. Close by is Blair Drummond Safari Park which is a wonderful day out.
Glasgow is a vibrant and lively city under half an hour away with great shopping, nightlife and culture.
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum is one of Scotland’s most popular free attractions.
The Scottish Events Campus (SEC) including the SEC Centre, Armadillo and OVO Hydro host a variety of events and concerts. The cosmopolitan West End is famous for its beautiful architecture, charming shops, lively nightlife and parks all centred around Byres Road and easily accessible on the subway.
Perthshire, known as Big Tree Country, is under an hour’s drive away with the prestigious Gleneagles Hotel & championship golf courses and The Glenturret Distillery (Scotland’s oldest whisky distillery) in Crieff.
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park is within easy reach as is one of Europe’s finest coastal towns, St Andrews, just over an hour's drive across the stunning Queensferry Crossing.
Explore at your leisure!
