You might be free to visit today, but Rough Castle hasn't always been so welcoming! Learn the story behind this mighty stronghold and exactly what it was built to defend.

Rough Castle is an interesting place kick off your day in Bonnybridge. This history-filled fortress is recommended by fellow travelers, but it's not the only spot to see here. Allow time for other sights like The Kelpies, Callendar House, and Macdonald Inchyra Hotel Spa to fully experience what the area has to offer.

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First - Slateford House Apartment

Merchiston

$900

per person

Jan 17 - Jan 21

found 6 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (JFK) to Edinburgh (EDI)

7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)

The apartment is very small and a bit far from the center, you need a car or a bus to reach it. The hall is narrow and the bathroom is small, one bedroom is small and barely fits a double bed. There is a hanging bed but it is not equipped and the ladder is broken. The apartment is clean and the kitchen is good but the sheets are worn out. The apartment only fits two people, contrary to what is written that it fits four, but there is no sofa bed, even just a sofa in the hall

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

The Townhouse

Leith

Save 100% on your flight

$941

per person

Jan 8 - Jan 14

found 1 hour ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (NYC) to Edinburgh (EDI)

No reviews

Tigerlily

Edinburgh City Centre

$1,478

per person

Dec 12 - Dec 15

found 13 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Edinburgh (EDI)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,013 reviews)

Very welcoming and accommodating. Great food and exceptional drinks menu. Great place to stay if you are visiting Edinburgh. Pretty much anywhere you will want to visit is walkable.

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

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Tours & day trips

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Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

Free cancellation available

Private & custom tours

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Whisky Distillery Trifecta - Glenlivet-Glenallachie-Strathisla

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Beyond Edinburgh (Half Day Tour)

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Falkirk: Distillery Tour with Whisky Tasting

Free cancellation available

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Falkirk Wheel

4.5/5(66 reviews)

Admire the futuristic style of the world’s first rotating boat lift and watch it in action as it plucks vessels from a quaint canal.

Callendar House

Bring the kids to one of the largest slides in Scotland and explore the Georgian furnishings and kitchen traditions of this historic château.

The Kelpies

5/5(5 reviews)

Falkirk’s famous horse sculptures became instantly iconic the moment they were unveiled and today they are one of the most popular sights in central Scotland.