This 16th-century close preserves an unusual piece of Edinburgh's transportation history.

An icon of the Battle of Britain is frozen in flight in a grand Victorian museum.

Once home to a Scottish baronet, this 18th-century historic house doubles as a legendary art space.

This stately bank building hides a spectacular star-studded ceiling.

A bay of elaborate, historic toilets are held in high esteem at this Scottish dock.

This tiny island is home to the world's largest colony of Northern gannets.

This repurposed church offers a more literal way to get closer to the heavens.

A pair of stones embedded in an Edinburgh street memorialize one of the city's last public hangings.

The last manually operated turntable ferry in the world.

One of Edinburgh's oldest pubs hides a 19th-century skittles alley in the back.

The colorful stairs are made with marble from the world's major quarries.

This alley off Edinburgh's Royal Mile contains remnants of the city's seedier history.

Touching this 18th-century Scottish philosopher’s toe allegedly conjures good fortune.

A close look reveals that the Scottish monument is just slightly off-kilter.

A sea cave with a waterfall and Viking past

The U.K.'s first underground railway line is now a lively thoroughfare for runners and cyclists.

Sprawled across the Great Hall ceiling are various constellations and images relating to the zodiac.

The heart of a Scottish legend had a centuries-long journey before reaching its final resting place.

This early version of the guillotine was used to execute the man responsible for its construction.

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

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

Possibly the oldest living thing in Europe, more likely a pagan survivor.

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

A familiar otherworldly creature guards this 12th-century Scottish abbey.