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The best things to do near Edinburgh Castle

If you can’t get into Edinburgh Castle, the best things to do nearby include the Scotch Whisky Experience and Real Mary King’s Close. Missing out on Edinburgh Castle tickets There’s a strong chance that you’re reading this because you tried to get into Edinburgh Castle,…

Churchill War Rooms, London: Ticket prices, availability and tours

Tickets for the Churchill War Rooms in London cost £33, but you might get more out of booking a more expansive Churchill and World War II walking tour. This guide was updated in January 2026. What are the Churchill War Rooms? The Churchill War Rooms…

Visit the Jewel House first at the Tower of London: Here’s why

To beat the queues at the Tower of London, there’s one section you should go to straight away. Why visit the Jewel House first at the Tower of London, summarised The Jewel House is the busiest part of the Tower of London Most visitors tackle…

How to get into Edinburgh Castle when the tickets have sold out

Edinburgh Castle tours – which include admission tickets – often have availability when straight entry tickets have sold out. This guide – freshly updated for 2026 – tells you how to get into Edinburgh Castle when the ticket office says no Want to skip the…

Avoid Long Queues at Alton Towers: Rainy Day Secrets

The secret to avoiding the crowds at Alton Towers during peak season is to look closely at the weather forecast. The worst time to visit Alton Towers Everyone knows the worst time to visit Alton Towers – or, indeed, any theme park. The school holidays,…