Attractions

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Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop | Gretna Green

Live out your passion for discovery in the South, where you can experience a multitude of unforgettable attractions. Scale towers of ancient castles, hike in sun-dappled forests, sip locally brewed beer, stroll through gardens of magnificent estates, and step into atmospheric abbeys. Whatever you’re looking for, you’ll find it right here where Scotland starts.


Abbotsford - Melrose

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The extraordinary home of Scottish legend Sir Walter Scott, the man who gave us the historical novel, popularised tartan & rediscovered Scotland’s Crown Jewels.


Jedburgh Abbey - Jedburgh

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Due to access restrictions in place, there is currently no visitor access to the abbey church.


National Mining Museum - Newtongrange

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Housed in the wonderfully restored Lady Victoria Colliery, National Mining Museum Scotland tells the story of coal for Scotland.


Paxton House - Berwick upon Tweed

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Paxton House is a Georgian mansion overlooking the River Tweed set in 80 acres of grounds on the border of England and Scotland 4 miles…


Traquair House - Peebles

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Traquair is Scotland's Oldest Continually Inhabited House dating back over 900 years and still lived in as a family home today.


Floors Castle - Kelso

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Explore the house, beautiful gardens and walks around the Estate. Sample homemade Estate produce at the Terrace Cafe, gift shop & deli.


Dryburgh Abbey - St Boswells

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Due to access restrictions in place, there is currently no visitor access to the abbey.


Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum - Jedburgh

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Jedburgh Castle Jail & Museum is an attraction that looks like a grand castle – but inside is a different story!


Dalkeith Country Park - Dalkeith

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Dalkeith Country Park is a truly special place, home to Fort Douglas adventure playground and Restoration Yard Store, Restaurant & Wellbeing Lab.


Melrose Abbey - Melrose

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The abbey grounds, cloister and museum are open.


Robert Smail's Printing Works - Innerleithen

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Oldest working commercial letterpress printers in the UK – a living museum of Victorian history.


Rosslyn Chapel - Roslin

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Rosslyn Chapel was founded in 1446 but more recently it came to worldwide prominence through featuring in The da Vinci Code!


Pease Bay - Cockburnspath

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Pease is a stunning sandy beach with a great wall of Old Red Devonian sandstone which is just one of the Berwickshire Coast's great geological…


Crawick Multiverse - Sanquhar

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Crawick Multiverse is an amazing land art installation to explore and enjoy cosmology, science and art or just to walk your dog in the beautiful…


Holmes Glass - Selkirk

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Father & Son team Peter & Andrew Holmes;79 years glassmaking.One to one glassmaking & bird experiences,group demonstrations & more from their studio in Selkirk.


Peter Pan Moat Brae - Dumfries

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Moat Brae, Birthplace of Peter Pan and National Centre for Children's Literature and Storytelling


The Whithorn Trust - Newton Stewart

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Whithorn is where the earliest evidence of Christianity has been found in Scotland c.450AD. See 2000 years of history at our exhibition, Roundhouse and Museum.


Broughton House and Garden - Kirkcudbright

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House and Garden - The home of ‘Glasgow Boy’ Hornel sits in a Japanese-inspired garden and hosts an impressive collection of art.


Caerlaverock Castle - Dumfries

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Due to access restrictions, there is currently no visitor access to the castle.


St Abbs Lighthouse - St Abbs

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The great St Abbs Lighthouse surrounded by scenic views and an abundance of wildlife!


Bowhill House & Grounds - Selkirk

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Deep in the heart of the Scottish Borders an enchanting country estate awaits you with an adventure playground, exhibition & world renowned art collection.


Eyemouth Beach - Eyemouth

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The historic town of Eyemouth offers a sandy north-facing beach which is popular with residents and outdoor enthusiasts alike.


The Secret Herb Garden - Lothianburn

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We are a specialist Herb Nursery nestled at the foot of the Pentland hills on the outskirts of Edinburgh.


Kelso Races Ltd. - Kelso

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Kelso Races is a National Hunt Racecourse staging jumps racing from September through until May in the beautiful Borders countryside.


Eyemouth Museum - Eyemouth

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Eyemouth Museum is the home of local stories and artefacts!


Threave Castle - Dumfries

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Due to access restrictions in place, there is currently no visitor access to the castle.


Galloway & Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere - Newton Stewart

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Galloway & Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere is internationally recognised as a world class environment for people and nature.


Gretna Green Famous Old Blackshop's Experience and Shop/Cafe - Gretna Green

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Gretna Green Famous Blacksmiths Shop Attractions - VisitScotland 5-Star, Award-winning Visitor Attraction in Gretna Green Scotland


Drumlanrig Castle & Country Estate - Thornhill

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If you like delving deep into history, soaking up culture, and exploring beautiful countryside you’ll love a day at Drumlanrig Castle.


Siccar Point - Berwickshire

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One of the World's most important geological locations!