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Dalmeny House - Houses various internationally renowned art collections. It is available for use by corporate and private groups.
Edinburgh - Edinburgh Castle, hotels, gardens and touring information.
Dynamic Earth - A new concept in visitor entertainment. It combines the latest interpretative technology and special effects with cutting edge scientific thinking.
Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre - Unique visitor attraction and corporate hospitality venue. Journey back through time to discover the history and art of Scotch Whisky making. On-line shopping, Scotch Whisky appreciation Society and whisky related news.
Edinburgh Airport - Unofficial site providing tourist, check-in times, travel and parking details. Airlines, handling agents, picture gallery and associated links also included.
Edinburgh Airport - The BAA web site - including flight arrivals to the UK, a flight timetable, WorldPoints registration, duty free shopping on-line, pre-booking of car parking, airport news and BAA corporate information.
Edinburgh Castle - Includes history, news, visitor highlights and map. Also provide links to accommodation in the area.
EdWeb - Scotland's Capital City - Provided by the Edinburgh Business School at Heriot Watt University.
Leithwalks - Details of guided walking tours in the City of Edinburgh, the Port of Leith and in the surrounding Pentland Hills.
Time Out - City guide providing information portal covering local arts and entertainment, shops, tourism, things to do and accommodation.
Edinburgh World Heritage City - Includes heritage information, maps and images, as well as information on visiting the Capital City.
Edinburgh Park and Fly - Offer secure car parking services for Edinburgh airport. Contact details and pricing.
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