The world’s first museum dedicated to the history of childhood opened in Edinburgh in 1955.

Every birth, death, and marriage is recorded in these color-coded leather-bound books.

Anonymously sculpted and donated, these sculptures made from poetry books and pages are sprinkled around the city.

These steps offer a breathtaking view of one of Europe's most besieged fortresses.

This small museum in a 17th-century building honors three iconic Scottish writers.

A library where thousands of books explain how to avoid another Great Recession.

This otherwise ordinary close on the Royal Mile constituted the end of the world for Edinburgh’s poorest residents.

Overlooked by many, the two famous Scottish warriors guard the main gate of Edinburgh Castle.

A beautiful Greco-Roman structure houses a well once believed to have healing powers.

An American ghost town hides along a side street in Scotland's capital.

This obscure walkway links Edinburgh’s Old Town with one of the city's prime vantage points.

This allegedly haunted 16th-century tower house-turned-museum exhibits thousands of spectacular objects.

Come for the oysters, stay for the priceless art honoring inventors across history and Scotland's favorite outdoor sports.

Summer in Scotland begins with a spectacularly wild and colorful event rooted in ancient pagan traditions.

There are plenty of wonderful panoramic vistas in Edinburgh, but not many are hidden smack in the middle of the Old Town.

Accessible only at low tide, the deserted island is dotted with World War II ruins.

The fountain marks the area where hundreds of accused witches were burned at the stake.

A 18th century graveyard and its astonishing cortege of macabre iconography.

360° views of the city plus five floors of optical illusions and hands-on science.

Ruined 11th century abbey built by King David I in Edinburgh, Scotland.

17th century streets hidden under Edinburgh were once a breeding ground for the black death.

Discover the car that once belonged to the King of Nepal in a former Soviet-era taxi park.

A wide array of locomotives call this outdoor museum home.

Rub it for a bit of good luck.