Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Lasswade

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Lasswade

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
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
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 Citybase Apartments
29 Free Things to do in Edinburgh
"Located just behind the Scottish Parliament Building, Calton Hill is part of Edinburgh’s UNESCO World Heritage Site. The views from the top of this hill are usually the panoramic views you see of Edinburgh. Several of the monuments we have mentioned above will be found here including the National Monument (which resembles an Athenian acropolis), Nelson Monument, Dugald Stewart Monument, Robert Burns Monument and the Greek-inspired Old City Observatory, which also holds free exhibitions."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
2 Days In Edinburgh: The Perfect Edinburgh Itinerary
"Climb Calton HIll Towards the end of the day, I’d suggest you head up Calton Hill. This is a wonderful spot for a view of the city and can be found at the east end of Princes Street. This hill is home to a series of monuments, including the National Monument of Scotland, which bears more than a passing resemblance to the Parthenon in Greece."
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 Culture Trip
The 7 Best Parks To Visit in Edinburgh
"Nestled below the castle is this charming, flora-filled park, which features walking paths as well as the Scott Monument and the Ross Fountain. The Ross Bandstand plays home to assorted concerts and special events, including during Edinburgh’s legendary hogmanay, or New Year’s Eve, celebrations as well as a Christmas Market and ‘winter wonderland’ in the lead-up to Christmas."
Mentioned by BabyBreaks
30 Things to Do with Kids in Edinburgh in 2021
"In view of the Castle and separating the Old Town and New Town, Princes Street Gardens are one of the most popular green spots in the city. Divided into East and West, they attract dog walkers, city workers and families in search of some calm and tranquillity on the midst of the capital. The perfect spot for a picnic on a sunny day."
Mentioned by oneworld365.org
10 Free Things to Do in Edinburgh
"If weather is good you should take a moment to relax in the green corner of Princes Street Gardens. These beautiful gardens are perfect to take a pic nic or read a book. The people of Edinburgh often visit here to meet friends and take time out."
Rosslyn Chapel
Rosslyn Chapel
4.7 (4998 ratings)4.5 (3090 ratings)
Intricately carved chapel built in 1446, featured in The Da Vinci Code movie, with history talks.
Chapel Loan, Roslin, EH25 9PU, United Kingdom
ChapelSights & LandmarksChurchHistorical landmarkPlace of worshipVisitor centerChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Scotland
"Many years may have passed since Dan Brown's novel The Da Vinci Code and the subsequent film came out, but floods of visitors still descend on Scotland's most beautiful and enigmatic church – Rosslyn Chapel. Built in the mid-15th century for Sir William St Clair, third prince of Orkney, its ornately carved interior – at odds with the architectural fashion of its time – is a monument to the mason's art, rich in symbolic imagery. Hourly talks by qualified guides are included with admission."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
A Long Weekend in Edinburgh Itinerary You’ll Want to Copy
"Roslin: Best known for being the home of Rosslyn Chapel, the church featured in Dan Brown’s ‘The Da Vinci Code,’ Roslin is a pretty village with plenty to see. Of course, there’s the ancient and ornate Chapel to visit, but there’s also castle ruins and a delightful tea room to enjoy a hot brew in."
St Margaret's Chapel
St Margaret's Chapel
4.6 (91 ratings)4 (143 ratings)
Constructed in the 12th century, this small Romanesque chapel is the oldest in the country.
Castle Terrace, Edinburgh, EH1 2EL, United Kingdom
ChapelSights & LandmarksSacred & Religious Sites
Mentioned by reserveapartments.co.uk
Churches in Edinburgh
"St Margaret’s Chapel, located at the top of Edinburgh Castle, was built by King David I to honour his mother, Margaret. She died at the Castle in 1093 and is believed to have performed many charitable works. Robert the Bruce ordered the castle’s demolition in 1314 to stop it falling back into English hands."
Princes St
Princes St
4.7 (96 ratings)4 (1652 ratings)
Famous strip of shops including fashion brands & technology along with hotels & historic monuments.
Edinburgh, UK
Notable streetSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Gilmerton Cove
Gilmerton Cove
4.6 (155 ratings)4.5 (710 ratings)
Appointment-only exploration of mysterious, hand-carved tunnels and caverns, with a visitor centre.
16 Drum St, Gilmerton, Edinburgh EH17 8QH, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksHistoric Sites
The Ensign Ewart
The Ensign Ewart
4.5 (1367 ratings)5 (3 ratings)
Cosy pub, dating from 1690, with a low, wood-beamed ceiling and an all-day Scottish/European menu.
521-523 Lawnmarket, Edinburgh, EH1 2PE, United Kingdom
PubSights & LandmarksHistoric SitesPoints of Interest & Landmarks

Best & Cool Science and Space Museums in Lasswade

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 Culture Trip
The Best Museums in Edinburgh
"Royal College of Surgeons on Nicholson Street, Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.|© Duncan Hale-Sutton / Alamy Stock Photo. One for visitors with strong stomachs, the collections of the Surgeons’ Hall were started way back in 1699 and include all sorts of tortuous looking surgical and dental implements – the most perused exhibits are those relating to infamous Edinburgh grave robbers Burke and Hare. But it’s not all sensationalism – the museum also explores the city’s crucial role in the evolution of surgery and medicine."
Mentioned by 10Best
History, Science and Culture at Edinburgh's Best Museums
"The Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh was founded in 1505 and the city has been an important location for medical research ever since. The museum here was originally designed as a teaching museum for students, but it first opened to the public in 1832. There's a history of surgery, a dental collection, and a fascinating collection of pathological anatomy."
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
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
The 10 Best History Museums in Edinburgh, Scotland
"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"

Churches and Cathedrals in Lasswade

Mansfield Traquair
Mansfield Traquair
4.6 (187 ratings)5 (46 ratings)
Ornate stained glass and elegant stonework distinguish this venue for exclusive private events.
15 Mansfield Pl, Edinburgh, EH3 6BB, United Kingdom
Event venueSights & LandmarksSacred & Religious SitesChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by world-guides.com
Edinburgh Churches and Cathedrals: Edinburgh, Scotland
"Address: East London Street, Edinburgh, EH7 4BL, Scotland, UK Mansfield Place Church is to be found within the New Town area, standing close to the bus depot and the King George V Park. Built in 1872 by Robert Rowand Anderson, this old church has had many uses over the years and once even functioned as a nightclub. Today, it is owned by the Mansfield Traquair Trust, a conservation group who have actively restored the building over a number of years."
Rosslyn Chapel
Rosslyn Chapel
4.7 (4998 ratings)4.5 (3090 ratings)
Intricately carved chapel built in 1446, featured in The Da Vinci Code movie, with history talks.
Chapel Loan, Roslin, EH25 9PU, United Kingdom
ChapelSights & LandmarksChurchHistorical landmarkPlace of worshipVisitor centerChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Scotland
"Many years may have passed since Dan Brown's novel The Da Vinci Code and the subsequent film came out, but floods of visitors still descend on Scotland's most beautiful and enigmatic church – Rosslyn Chapel. Built in the mid-15th century for Sir William St Clair, third prince of Orkney, its ornately carved interior – at odds with the architectural fashion of its time – is a monument to the mason's art, rich in symbolic imagery. Hourly talks by qualified guides are included with admission."
Mentioned by Edinburgh 2 days itinerary
A Long Weekend in Edinburgh Itinerary You’ll Want to Copy
"Roslin: Best known for being the home of Rosslyn Chapel, the church featured in Dan Brown’s ‘The Da Vinci Code,’ Roslin is a pretty village with plenty to see. Of course, there’s the ancient and ornate Chapel to visit, but there’s also castle ruins and a delightful tea room to enjoy a hot brew in."
St Mary's Cathedral
St Mary's Cathedral
4.6 (928 ratings)4.5 (297 ratings)
Gothic, 19th-century Episcopal cathedral that towers over the city and offers daily choral services.
Palmerston Pl, Edinburgh, EH12 5AW, United Kingdom
CathedralSights & LandmarksPlace of worshipChurches & Cathedrals
Mentioned by world-guides.com
Edinburgh Churches and Cathedrals: Edinburgh, Scotland
"Address: 28 Manor Place / Palmerston Place, Edinburgh, EH12 5AW, Scotland, UK Tel: +44 (0)131 225 6293 Designed by George Gilbert Scott, the Cathedral Church of St. Mary the Virgin is located on the western side of the city centre. Construction of the cathedral began in 1874 and whilst the nave was opened just five years later, the twin spires on its western side were not actually completed until 1917. Highlights include impressive neo-Gothic architecture, well-preserved stained-glass windows, murals and an outstanding art collection, as well as daily choral services."
Mentioned by reserveapartments.co.uk
Churches in Edinburgh
"St Mary’s Episcopal Cathedral is a short walk from Princes Street towards Haymarket. Its spires are visible from most places in Edinburgh, especially looking west from Princes Street. Not only does this cathedral offer a place of stillness in the bustling Scottish capital, there are also opportunities such as learning to be a stonemason in the Cathedral Workshop or a Cathedral Chorister at St Mary’s Music School."

Best Nightlife in Lasswade

Johnnie Walker Princes Street
Johnnie Walker Princes Street
145 Princes St, Edinburgh, EH2 4BL, United Kingdom
BarEvent venueRestaurantStore
Mentioned by Dickins
New Edinburgh Eateries we can’t wait to visit in 2021
"Website:https://www.johnniewalker.com/en-gb/visit-us-princes-street/. Where to stay: A fabulous apartment with a fabulous location on South Charlotte Street which is less than a minute from Princes Street and overlooks beautiful Charlotte Square. Less of an Edinburgh eatery, but no less worthy of a mention."
Mentioned by edinburghlive
New Edinburgh restaurants and bars that we can't wait to visit in 2021
"As it makes its way ever-closer to completion, we are dying to have a drink out on the new Johnnie Walker rooftop bar. With unbeatable views over Princes Street and Edinburgh Castle, the whisky experience has transformed the old House of Fraser store into something completely different."
The Mousetrap
The Mousetrap
4.4 (604 ratings)
Happening bar offering cocktails, live music and pinball in a hip, game-themed space.
180 Leith Walk, Edinburgh, EH6 5EA, United Kingdom
Pub
Brewhemia
Brewhemia
4.3 (2875 ratings)
Woodsy-chic venue with lounge areas offering European fare, cocktails & many beers, plus live music.
1A Market St, Edinburgh, EH1 1DE, United Kingdom
RestaurantBarEvent venueLive music barLive music venue

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