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Editor's Choice Destinations

This curated selection highlights distinct UK sites: Edinburgh’s intimate landmarks and institutions — the Greyfriars Bobby statue, the Romanesque National Museum of Scotland with natural history and Egyptian collections (home of Dolly the sheep exhibits), the Museum of Edinburgh in Huntly House, the Royal Botanic Garden’s scientific plant collections, and the subterranean Real Mary King’s Close — alongside dramatic natural sites: Slieve Donard (850 m) in the Mournes and the weathered granite outcrop of Hound Tor.

Editor's Choice Destinations — Map

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Greyfriars Bobby

Memorial statue and drinking fountain dedicated to a loyal Skye Terrier known for guarding his owner's grave for 14 years.

B

National Museum of Scotland

Major cultural institution featuring exhibits on natural history, Scottish history, Egyptian artifacts, and Celtic art. The building combines modern and Romanesque architecture and offers free admission and accessible facilities.

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C

Museum of Edinburgh

Historic museum housed in Huntly House showcasing the city's history, craftsmanship, and legends through diverse collections and exhibitions.

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Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

The Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a scientific centre for the study of plants, their diversity and conservation, as well as a popular…

The Real Mary King's Close / Public domain

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The Real Mary King's Close

Mary King's Close is a historic close located under the Edinburgh City Chambers building on the Royal Mile, in the historic Old Town area…

Ardfern / CC BY-SA 3.0

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Slieve Donard

Slieve Donard is the highest mountain in Northern Ireland and the wider province of Ulster, with a height of 850 metres.

Nigel Cox / CC BY-SA 2.0

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Hound Tor

Hound Tor is a tor on Dartmoor, Devon, England and is a good example of a heavily weathered granite outcrop.

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