Historic York is loaded with world-class sights. Marvel at the York Minister, England’s finest Gothic church. Ramble and Shambles, York’s wonderfully preserved medieval quarter. Enjoy
Category: International – Cool Locations
Cutting across the width of the isle of Britain, this ruined Roman wall is one of England’s most thought-provoking sights. Once a towering 20-foot-tall fortification,
So many visitors to Edinburgh, mesmerized by the Royal Mile, never venture to the New Town. and that’s a shame. With the city’s finest Georgian
This huge museum has amassed more historic artifacts than every other place that I’ve seen in Scotland combined. It’s all wonderfully displayed, with fine descriptions
What a cute little guy! This famous statue of Edinburgh’s favorite dog is across the street from the National Museum of Scotland. Since we got
This is Scotland’s most important church. It’s ornate spire – the Scottish crown steeple from 1495 – is a proud part of Edinburgh’s skyline. The
The fortified birthplace of the city 1,300 years ago, this imposing symbol of Edinburgh sits proudly on a rock high above the town. The home
The Royal Mile is one of Europe’s most interesting historic walks. We did this walk as an orientation on our arrival into Edinburgh before and
Rick Steves’ separates lodging in Edinburgh into three areas – the city center, the West End, and a quieter neighborhood south of town. Jackie and
The historic city of Stirling is the crossroads of Scotland: Equidistant from Edinburgh and Glasgow (less than an hour from both), and rising above a