Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in The Southern

We've collected top 10 mentioned science and space museums in The Southern from other articles such as TripSavvy, kidsdaysout.co.uk, edinburgh.org.

Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in The Southern

Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
Camera Obscura & World of Illusions
4.6 (8857 ratings)4.5 (12230 ratings)
Long-standing tower with five floors showcasing hands-on exhibits of whimsical optical illusions.
Castlehill, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 2ND, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksScience MuseumsObservation Decks & Towers
Mentioned by Lets Travel More
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"One of the best ways to enjoy the stunning views of the city with your partner is visiting Camera Obscura, which means a dark room. The site is located behind the Edinburgh Castle and it is a Victorian Rooftop chamber with excellent views. It is one of the oldest buildings in Edinburgh and accepts visitors since 1892."
Mentioned by The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog
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"This is by far one of the most fun things to in Edinburgh, especially if you are visiting with kids. This attraction is made up of 2 different areas. The first the World of Illusions, which is several floors of magic displays, optical illusions and other fun things that everyone will enjoy."
Dynamic Earth
Dynamic Earth
4.4 (1682 ratings)4 (2327 ratings)
State-of-the-art family attraction taking visitors through history from the Big Bang to modern day.
Holyrood Rd, Edinburgh, EH8 8AS, United Kingdom
Visitor centerMuseumsCafeConference centerGift shopLearning centerParking garageChildren's MuseumsScience MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Surgeons' Hall Museums
Surgeons' Hall Museums
4.7 (1377 ratings)4.5 (1348 ratings)
A classical 1832 building houses 18th century anatomy specimens and visiting medical exhibitions.
Surgeons Hall Museums, Nicolson St, Edinburgh EH8 9DW, United Kingdom
MuseumHistory MuseumsScience MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by TripSavvy
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"Anyone with a historical interest in medicine, or a taste for the gruesome, will enjoy the three medical museums collectively known as the Surgeons' Hall. They include the Wohn Pathology Museum, one of the largest collections of anatomical pathology in the world; The History of Surgery Museum, where you can learn about the history of murderers and body snatchers who provided teaching "samples" to surgeons in training; and The Dental Collection, with paintings, Japanese woodcuts, and dental instruments illustrating the development of everyone's least favorite medical profession. A highlight is the story of murderers and body snatchers Burke and Hare, who provided bodies for dissection."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
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"Housed in a grand Ionic temple designed by William Playfair in 1832, these three fascinating museums were originally established as teaching collections. The History of Surgery Museum provides a look at surgery in Scotland from the 15th century to the present day. Highlights include the exhibit on murderers Burke and Hare, which includes Burke's death mask and a pocketbook made from his skin, and a display on Dr Joseph Bell, who was the inspiration for the character of Sherlock Holmes."
Physicians' Gallery
Physicians' Gallery
5 (1 ratings)
11 Queen St, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ, United Kingdom
MuseumArt galleryExhibitExhibition and trade centreHistory museumMedical CenterScience museum
Mentioned by Things To Do
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"The Physicians' Gallery is a free public exhibition space which is part of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. Our exhibitions are based on the wealth of historical medical material which the College has collected over the last 300 years. ‘Moonstruck: 500 years of mental health’ is our new free exhibition– opening on 14 June 2019 and running until Spring 2020"
The Royal Society of Edinburgh
The Royal Society of Edinburgh
4.4 (14 ratings)
22-26 George St, Edinburgh, EH2 2PQ, United Kingdom
Non-governmental organizationEvent venueHistorical societyScience museum

Best Breakfast and Brunch Places in The Southern

Chop House
Chop House
4.4 (630 ratings)
British meat is dry-aged and butchered on-site at this serious meat venue with a charcoal grill.
Arch 15 E Market St, Edinburgh, EH8 8FS, United Kingdom
Steak houseBar & grillBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCocktail barRestaurant
One Square
One Square
4.4 (246 ratings)
Chic contemporary bar/restaurant with a terrace, Modern Scottish menu and specialist gin selection.
1 Festival Square, Edinburgh, EH3 9SR, United Kingdom
RestaurantBarBreakfast restaurantLounge
Mentioned by edinburghlive
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"One Square provides amazing views of the city in their outdoor terrace, alongside their extensive gin collection, luxurious Scottish setting and 4.5 star Trip Advisor rating. With one of the largest collections of gin to hand, and all the types of cocktails you can imagine, One Square is a high-class trip for those looking for a sophisticated trip to Edinburgh's Festival Square."
Mentioned by Marriott International
Sheraton Grand Hotel & Spa, Edinburgh
"The One Square menu is home to a seasonal selection of signature creations, as well as our ever-popular Inverurie burger and dry-aged Flat Iron steaks. We work with leading local suppliers to ensure that our produce is fresh, traceable, and delicious. Open for breakfastDress code: CasualPhone: +44 131 229 9131"
Cucina LC Takeaway
Cucina LC Takeaway
4.5 (73 ratings)
68 Haymarket Terrace, Edinburgh, EH12 5LQ, United Kingdom
CafeBreakfast restaurant

Top Best Restaurants in The Southern

Auld Hundred
Auld Hundred
4.4 (1003 ratings)
Old-school pub with bare stone decor and an intimate upstairs dining room serving a Scottish menu.
100 Rose St, Edinburgh, EH2 2NN, United Kingdom
PubRestaurant
Mentioned by Grumpy Camel
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"This pretty lane is home to my favourite pub in Edinburgh – Auld Hundred. This cosy pub has an upstairs restaurant that serves a variety of dishes, including pasta and burgers. The salmon here is delicious!"
Palm Court
Palm Court
4.8 (87 ratings)
Glass-domed, upmarket champagne bar with palm trees in luxury hotel also serves afternoon tea.
1 Princes St, Edinburgh, EH2 2EQ, United Kingdom
Tea houseRestaurant
New Chapter
New Chapter
4.8 (563 ratings)
Modern European dishes crafted with Scottish produce served in an upscale, family-run restaurant.
18 Eyre Pl, Edinburgh, EH3 5EP, United Kingdom
RestaurantModern European restaurant
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best French Restaurants In Edinburgh
"With high ceilings, pale wood, and blackboard specials, this bistro is casually elegant, and offers robust French food at great prices. Don’t miss the confit de canard en cassoulet, or keep it light with a grilled goat’s cheese toast with walnut, rocket, sesame, balsamic, and honey dressing."
Mentioned by 10Best
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"New Chapter is a chic restaurant in Eyre Place, near to the foot of Dundas Street. The interior is uncluttered with some nice design touches the never become too fussy. The menu follows suit, with local produce and traditional Scottish recipes reimagined and given new life."
Mentioned by Trip101
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"A post shared by Jessica Findlay (@jessica_findlay) on Jul 9, 2018 at 12:28pm PDT. This upscale restaurant offers a great fine dining experience to guests. Here you can enjoy an array of Modern European and Scottish dishes."

Top Best French Restaurants in The Southern

Petit Paris
Petit Paris
4.6 (728 ratings)
Friendly French bistro with petite rustic dining room offering set lunch and pre-theatre menu deals.
38-40 Grassmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2JU, United Kingdom
French restaurant
Mentioned by Society19 UK
15 Cutest Restaurants To Go On A BFF Date In Edinburgh
"Located on the Grassmarket area in Edinburgh, the Petit Paris is like a lunch date transported into France itself. This beautiful snug café is excellent for a long awaited catch up; and if you don’t have enough to talk about there’s the scene around you to discuss and enjoy. So put this spectacular place on the BFF date checklist and it will not disappoint."
Mentioned by scotland.org.uk
Best French Restaurants in Edinburgh
"Petit Paris has been a favourite among the French food aficionados,for around ten years now. A highly rated restaurant, which offers an authentic French ambiance."
The Pompadour
The Pompadour
4.6 (80 ratings)
Upscale tasting menus in a palatial Victorian railway hotel dining room with castle views.
Princes St, Edinburgh, EH1 2AB, United Kingdom
Fine dining restaurantFrench restaurant
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The Best Michelin-Star and Luxury Restaurants in Edinburgh
"The Pompadou offers one of Edinburgh’s prettiest dining rooms|Courtesy of The Pompadour. One of Edinburgh’s prettiest dining rooms, the Pompadour is decked out in the softest sugar-almond shades of blues and greys, with hand-painted birds and flowers adorning the walls. Tables are set with snowy-white linen, weighty crystal glasses and polished silverware, while the food is more than a match for this lavish room, with every dish a serious contender in the looks department."
Mentioned by hitched.co.uk
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"You want your proposal to be special, so forget about following your regular dinner date night routine and choose a more upscale eatery for the event. The Pompadour by Galvin is a Michelin star restaurant that won’t disappoint; it’s got an absolutely gorgeous interior, offers amazing castle views and is equipped with a drool-worthy menu. If you’re down to splurge even more, book a private room to make it a touch more intimate."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
The 11 Poshest Restaurants in Edinburgh
"The Pompadou offers one of Edinburgh’s prettiest dining rooms|Courtesy of The Pompadour. The Pompadour by Galvin at the Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh Caledonian is suited to those with a fancy for the full fine dining experience, white tablecloths and all. This pukka restaurant possesses a palatial Victorian railway hotel feel and sublime Castle views."
The Water of Leith Cafe Bistro
The Water of Leith Cafe Bistro
4.7 (341 ratings)
1 Howard St, Edinburgh, EH3 5JP, United Kingdom
BistroBreakfast restaurantBritish restaurantCafeFrench restaurant
Mentioned by 10Best
Wonderful waterfront restaurants and cafes in the heart of Edinburgh
"The Water of Leith is a great bistro style cafe which has gained a huge local following and become one of the most popular eateries in the Cannonmills area. The cafe has a relaxed and extremely welcoming ambiance and the French style food is both delectable and reasonably priced. Great Cullen Skink sits happily alongside French classics such as Croque Madame and the specials board is always brimming with tempting treats."

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