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Cameron B&B, TheLocal AttractionsMuseum of EdinburghHoused in one of the best-preserved 16th-century buildings in the Old Town. It was built in 1570 and later became the headquarters of the Incorporation of Hammermen. Now a museum of local history, it has collections of silver, glassware, pottery, and othe Distance: 1.68 Miles Palace of Holyroodhouse The Palace grew from the guest house of the Abbey of the Holyrood, said to have been founded by David I after a miraculous apparition. Mary, Queen of Scots had her court here from 1561 to 1567, and 'Bonnie' Prince Charlie held court there in 1745 during his attempt to reclaim the throne for his father Distance: 1.66 Miles Craigmillar Castle Mary Queen of Scots retreated to this 14th-century stronghold after the murder of Rizzio. The plot to murder Darnley, her second husband, was also hatched here. There are 16th and 17th century apartments. Distance: 0.75 Miles Royal Museum This magnificent museum houses extensive international collections covering the Decorative Arts, Natural History, Science, Technology and Working Life, and Geology. Temporary exhibitions, films, lectures and concerts take place throughout the year. Distance: 1.67 Miles The People's Story The museum, housed in the 16th-century tolbooth, tells the story of the ordinary people of Edinburgh from the late 18th century to the present day. Reconstructions include a prison cell, 1930s pub and 1940s kitchen supported by photographs, displays, soun Distance: 1.71 Miles Dynamic Earth A new attraction that takes you on a fantastic journey of discovery back through time to learn why the Earth has changed. Amazing interactive displays let you see, hear, smell and feel the planet as it was in the past, as it is today and how it will be in the future Distance: 1.58 Miles Museum of Scotland The museum is a striking new landmark in Edinburgh's historic Old Town. It houses more than 10,000 of the nation's most precious artefacts, as well as everyday objects which throw light on life in Scotland through the ages. Admission to the Royal Museum w Distance: 1.67 Miles Surgeon's Hall Complex Distance: 1.54 Miles Museum Of Edinburgh Distance: 1.68 Miles Museum Of Scotland Distance: 1.67 Miles |
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