Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Clackmannan

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Clackmannan

Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle
4.6 (64082 ratings)4.5 (44933 ratings)
An 11th-century castle and barracks housing the Crown Jewels and National War Museum of Scotland.
Castlehill, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG, United Kingdom
CastleSights & LandmarksHistorical landmark
Mentioned by Where to go with Kids
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 10Best
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"Edinburgh's Camera Obscura (meaning "dark room") is a fascinating and delightful way to take advantage of the wonderful views of the city from Castle Hill. Located immediately beside Edinburgh Castle, this intriguing attraction is housed in a Victorian rooftop chamber at the apex of the Outlook Tower. Inside this mysterious room you can see moving images of Edinburgh's panorama projected onto the walls by the giant periscope."
Mentioned by BabyBreaks
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"First opening in 1835, this tourist attraction has been entertaining Edinburgh visitors for centuries. So it is certainly one of the best kids activities in Edinburgh. Today there are five floors of interactive optical illusions, where technology and magic meet."
Mentioned by list.co.uk
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"The eye-catching Camera Obscura building stands at the top of the Royal Mile and contains an amazing range of optical experiences across five floors. The 'camera' itself is a giant Victorian periscope offering an interesting 360° perspective on…"
St Giles' Cathedral
St Giles' Cathedral
4.6 (7230 ratings)4.5 (5872 ratings)
Grand, Gothic medieval building and Presbyterian place of worship where John Knox used to preach.
High St, Edinburgh, EH1 1RE, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Calton Hill
Calton Hill
4.7 (2428 ratings)4.5 (8262 ratings)
Prominent hill with neoclassical monuments & sweeping views of the city skyline & Edinburgh Castle.
Edinburgh, EH7 5AA, United Kingdom
Mountain peakSights & LandmarksLighthousesGeologic FormationsPoints of Interest & LandmarksLookouts
Mentioned by Skyscanner Ireland
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"Boasting gorgeous views, Calton Hill’s central location makes it a popular spot for those wishing to take in the entire city in all its beauty. On top of the hill you’ll find the Nelson Monument and the National Monument, an unfinished acropolis that is better known under its local nickname ‘Edinburgh’s disgrace.’ It may be seen as a failure in architectural endeavours, but it is still a popular place to get some fantastic photos."
Mentioned by Connor Mollison Photography
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"The hill overlooks the entire town, including Princess Street, which is the direction of the castle. Within that view is the Dugald Stewart monument, which makes for a wonderful shot. Calton Hill is particularly breathtaking at sunset."
Princes Street Gardens
Princes Street Gardens
4.6 (21567 ratings)4.5 (6817 ratings)
Green Flag park of geological/botanical interest, home to several public monuments and memorials.
Princes St, Edinburgh, EH2 2HG, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by Finding the Universe
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"Down underneath Edinburgh Castle is the Princes Street Gardens, a large public park which runs parallel to Princes Street, divided into the East and West gardens by The Mound. The gardens are the former site of the “Nor Loch”, a defensive lake that sat here until the mid 18th century, and was usually very badly polluted by everything that dribbled out of the medieval city. Today, the landscaped gardens are a rather nicer environment, particularly popular in the summer as a place to relax and take in the views."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
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"Right next to the train station, not far from the National Gallery of Scotland is the gorgeous Princes Street Garden. When I went in April, the tulips were bursting with color, even though the weather was dreary."
Grassmarket
Grassmarket
4.5 (15 ratings)4.5 (1727 ratings)
Sloping Old Town street & former 15th-century livestock market with pubs, boutiques & restaurants.
Edinburgh, UK
Notable streetSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
Mentioned by The Planet D: Adventure Travel Blog
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"The Grassmarket is a bustling part of Edinburgh, which has great nightlife and places to eat, as well as an intriguing past. Situated in the shadow of Edinburgh Castle to the south, it is named, as it was the market where all animals that ate grass –as well as the grasses to feed them – were sold. The bustling square hosts a food and craft market on Sundays and has a plethora of great old character-filled pubs to visit and great restaurants to sample Scottish or international food."
Mentioned by Dickins
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"Surrounded by tourist attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum, Greyfriar’s Bobby, Elephant House and being only minutes away from the Royal Mile, this market consists of over 20 stalls offering locally grown and seasonal produce, freshly baked breads, delightful sweets and craftwork made by local craftmakers."
Mentioned by st-christophers.co.uk
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"Fun fact: Back in 1477, the Grassmarket was a huge market in Edinburgh with most of it trading cattle and horses. This is apparently where the name Grassmarket originated as the western end of it was where the animals’ grass was kept."
The Real Mary King's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
4.4 (6134 ratings)4.5 (15076 ratings)
Hidden streets from the 1600s below the Royal Mile, accompanied by tales from costumed guides.
Warriston's Close, 2, High St, Edinburgh EH1 1PG, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
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"Real Mary King’s Close This is the perfect tour to learn about medieval life in Edinburgh. Journey back in time to 1645 Edinburgh, down Mary King’s Close, a real alleyway in the city. This was the year of the Black Death, when one-third of Edinburgh’s population succumbed to this terrible illness."
Edinburgh Old Town
Edinburgh Old Town
4.5 (14421 ratings)
Visitors pack the Old Town, a bustling area of centuries-old buildings and narrow alleys. At its heart, perched on an extinct volcano, Edinburgh Castle is home to Scotland’s crown jewels. The Royal Mile, a steep street lined with traditional pubs, casual eateries, souvenir shops and small museums, runs from the castle to the Scottish Parliament and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Queen’s Scottish residence.
Edinburgh, UK
Sights & LandmarksHistoric Walking AreasNeighborhoods
Allan Park South Church
Allan Park South Church
4.2 (44 ratings)4 (5 ratings)
Dumbarton Rd, Stirling, FK8 2LQ, United Kingdom
ChurchSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Old Saint Paul's Scottish Episcopal Church
Old Saint Paul's Scottish Episcopal Church
4.5 (49 ratings)4.5 (9 ratings)
63 Jeffrey St, Edinburgh, EH1 1DH, United Kingdom
Anglican churchSights & LandmarksChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Also dating back to the 1800s, Old St Paul’s has since been renovated multiple times – the nave extended and the chancel floor raised with marble. Nearly all of the many panes of stained glass, ornaments and vestments were made possible by fundraising or donations. Unusually, the gargoyles at Old St Paul’s are located inside, not on the exterior of the church as is common on buildings of this period."

Best Fine Dining in Clackmannan

Edinburgh Food Studio
Edinburgh Food Studio
4.7 (141 ratings)
Intimate, convivial & chef-driven outpost offering rotating menus of elevated seven-course meals.
158 Dalkeith Rd, Edinburgh, EH16 5DX, United Kingdom
Fine dining restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Condé Nast Traveler
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"As its name suggests, Edinburgh Food Studio, located on a nondescript road a short cab ride from central Edinburgh, is the city's apex for gastronomes. Although it's a bona fide restaurant, EFS has the hum, chatter, and excitement of a pop-up. James Murray, the chef, and Ben Reade and Sashana Souza Zanella, the young, supremely knowledgable founders, sometimes appear to chat about ingredients and dishes."
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"Far from the city centre throng, Edinburgh Food Studio is a tiny unassuming restaurant and ‘food research hub’ dishing up some of the most creative, nerdy and – fear not – delicious cuisine in the capital."
Cucina
Cucina
3.8 (82 ratings)
Stylish contemporary Italian restaurant done up in swathes of colourful design and artworks.
1 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1AD, United Kingdom
Italian restaurantFine dining restaurant
Mentioned by edinburgh.org
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"Opened in 2009 with Head Chef Mattia Camorani at the helm, award-winning restaurant Cucina is the vibrant, bustling soul of Radisson Collection Royal Mile Hotel Edinburgh located on the city’s historic Royal Mile. The restaurant offers fresh and authentic Italian dishes, perfectly matched to the season, all year round. The menus and atmosphere created at Cucina are based on the enjoyment of good food, genuine Italian hospitality and a concept of sharing with friends and family."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"Set in the thick of all the fun on George IV Bridge, Cucina is a firecracker of a restaurant. The hypnotic palette of colours of the fashion-forward furnishings are just as mesmerising as the impeccable menu. Thoughtful, perfectly constructed dishes play host to classic Italian recipes with contemporary flair, resulting in a gastronomic adventure."
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
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"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 Culture Trip
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"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."
Mentioned by standard.co.uk
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"Dubbed Edinburgh's ‘finest French restaurant’, it is located in the grand Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh. Chris and Jeff Galvin are the brothers behind the restaurant that offers a number of sample menus. Enjoy the seasonal menus while you admire the views of the iconic Edinburgh Castle."

Best Museums in Clackmannan

Museum of Childhood
Museum of Childhood
4.3 (1678 ratings)4 (1141 ratings)
18th-century buildings housing toy and games collections, exhibitions, puppet theatre and gift shop.
42 High St, Edinburgh, EH1 1TG, United Kingdom
Toy museumMuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by Citybase Apartments
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"Learn how childhood has changed over time, explore old toys and what it meant to be a child in different eras of Scottish history. Make sure to check the Museum’s calendar of events, as they host regular family workshops as well as a quiz and games page online for entertainment after your visit. A great day out for the whole family."
Mentioned by oneworld365.org
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"If you have children, or even if you don't you will love the Museum of Childhood. This museum is a magic place where you’ll leave with lots of fond memories. The museum collects different objects from all around the world."
The People's Story Museum
The People's Story Museum
4.3 (410 ratings)4.5 (330 ratings)
The 16th-century Tolbooth houses a social history museum tracing city life since the late 1700s.
The Royal Mile, 163 Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8BN, United Kingdom
Local history museumMuseumsHistory MuseumsSpecialty Museums
Mentioned by 10Best
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"The People's Story details the history of the residents of Edinburgh from the 18th century to the modern day. The museum is housed in the historic Canongate Tollbooth, an impressive Edinburgh landmark built in 1591, in the heart of the Royal Mile. The exhibition includes fascinating displays such as a recreation of the jail which was once housed in the building, an 18th century book binder's workshop and a wartime kitchen."
The Engine Shed
The Engine Shed
4.4 (26 ratings)4.5 (29 ratings)
Forthside Way, Stirling, FK8 1QZ, United Kingdom
Learning centerMuseumsSpecialty Museums

Best Family Restaurants in Clackmannan

Cardo
Cardo
4.6 (358 ratings)
Informal joint with a menu of European classics, including pizza, in a bright, modern setting.
38 South St, Perth, PH2 8PG, United Kingdom
Mediterranean restaurantBakeryBarFamily restaurantPizza restaurant
Mentioned by Lonely Planet
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"Amid a lively atmosphere, this spacious bistro presents traditional regional French cuisine in dishes such as pig's trotters with hazelnut, spinach and Dijon mustard, whitebait with aioli, and chicken supreme..."
Nando's Stirling
Nando's Stirling
4.2 (531 ratings)
Afro-Portuguese chain restaurant serving flame-grilled chicken in spicy chilli sauce.
Unit 1, Forthside Way, Stirling FK8 1QZ, United Kingdom
Chicken restaurantChicken wings restaurantDessert restaurantFamily restaurantFast food restaurantPortuguese restaurantRestaurant
Mussel Inn Seafood Restaurant
Mussel Inn Seafood Restaurant
4.4 (1816 ratings)
Lively, informal seafood bistro with a quick lunch menu, kid's portions and pre-theatre deals.
61-65 Rose St, Edinburgh, EH2 2NH, United Kingdom
Seafood restaurantFamily restaurantFish and seafood restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Time Out Edinburgh
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"Cheerful, bustling, simply decorated with IKEA-style furniture and sitting in the pedestrian precinct of Rose Street, Mussel Inn does no more nor no less than it claims. There are starters like chowder, fishcakes, oysters, scallops or whitebait; mains such as spiced crab pasta, fish stew or sea bass. The speciality of course is mussels in half kilo or kilo pots which you can have completely unadorned, or in classic moules marinière style, they can come with blue cheese, bacon and cream, plus there are more options."
Mentioned by 10Best
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"The focus here is on tasty, freshly prepared seafood at very affordable prices. The atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming for the whole family. All of the seafood on offer is carefully sourced and the shellfish is cultivated in an environmentally-friendly way in the sea lochs of the West Coast and near the Hebrides, Orkney and Shetland Isles."
Mentioned by Culture Trip
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"What you see is what you get with the Mussel Inn — excellent seafood and impeccable service in a brilliant relaxed setting. Besides, the maritime feel could never get old. This beauty is conveniently located on Rose Street (just off Princes Street) and makes for the perfect pit stop in between the hustle and bustle of everyday city life."

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Clackmannan

Inglewood House and Spa
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