Depart Edinburgh 09.15 and travel northwest through the historic area of Linlithgowshire, close to the historic palace. The tragic Mary Queen of Scots was born at Linlithgow palace, and became Queen when she was only 6 days old. According to legend her father James V died of a broken heart when he discovered his wife had given birth to a daughter and not the son he was hoping for! Your route along the Forth Valley is one which has been used for thousands of years by invading armies, it was the northernmost frontier of the Roman empire and was later used by the English King Edward I as he marched proudly towards Stirling (only to be sent homewards to think again!). Nowadays it’s at the centre of one of Scotland’s most important industries with huge oil refineries dominating the area.
As you approach Stirling the magnificent castle dominates your view and you make your way up towards the high volcanic rock where it imposes itself upon the surrounding land. Known as the ‘Key to Scotland’, for centuries this was the most important castle in Scotland and the views from the top make it easy to see why.
To the north is the 220ft high tower of the National Wallace Monument commemorating Scotland’s great hero William Wallace, played by Mel Gibson in the Oscar-winning movie Braveheart. From the castle you can look down over the scene of Wallace’s greatest triumph, the battle of Stirling Bridge, where he defeated the English army in 1297. To the south is Bannockburn where, in 1314, the great Scottish warrior-king Robert the Bruce defeated the English army of Edward II. The battle was fought for possession of Stirling Castle but eventually led to a far greater prize for Scotland – the restoration of independence. It’s an area alive with history and you stop at the castle to give you time to soak up the history and heritage of this great site.
From Stirling you head into the Highlands and an area known as the Trossachs. Known as ‘The Highlands in Miniature’, it marks the point where the Lowlands meet the Highlands and entering this beautifully picturesque area feels like going into a different country. With its shimmering lochs, rugged mountain tops and forest-filled glens it’s easy to forget that this was once thought of as a dangerous frontier fought over by the fiercely territorial Highland clans. You stop here for lunch in the village of Aberfoyle, made popular in Victorian times due to its great location.
After lunch you ‘take the high road’ or back-road to Loch Lomond, Scotland’s largest lochs at over 22 miles long, passing Lochs Ard, Chon and Arklet along the way as you travel through the protected lands of Scotland’s first National Park. The route you take was described by the famous Scots comedian Billy Connolly as his favourite road in Scotland, and you can discover why – it’s stunning!!
You stop at Inversnaid on the secluded north-east of the loch, making it the perfect place to enjoy a walk along the ‘bonny banks’, up to a viewpoint for a fantastic view of the loch and the mountain it’s named after, Ben Lomond. This tranquil setting was once the home of Scotland’s famous highland folk hero, Rob Roy MacGregor. Made popular by many books and films Rob Roy lived an incredible life as a soldier, businessman, cattle-rustler and outlaw. By spending time on the trails by the loch you will undoubtedly be walking in the footsteps of one of Scotland’s great legends. There is also an alternative option to take a boat cruise around the north of the loch (Summer only) or merely enjoy a drink at the local hotel and sample the views. Leaving Loch Lomond you return to Edinburgh passing Scotland’s only lake – the Lake of Mentieth (although we have around 3000 freshwater lochs!). The legend states that after William Wallace was betrayed by his great friend the Earl of Mentieth and executed in London the name was changed from the Loch of Mentieth to the Lake of Mentieth so that nobody would ever forget the traitorous part the Earl played in his death.
El parque acuático más grande de Canarias cuenta con atracciones que quitan el hipo como Aquamania, Crazy Race, Anaconda o atracciones más suaves como Congo River y la Zona VIP. El Tornado es nuestra principal atracción y la más increíble entre los más de 33 toboganes que el parque ofrece. El Kamikaze es la atracción más alta de su tipo en Europa así que es ideal para los más atrevidos. Más de 3000 m² de piscinas mantendrán a los más pequeños entretenidos mientras usted se relaja bajo el sol. Children’s Paradise es la mejor opción para los niños ya que cuenta con un parque acuático de tamaño apropiado y una piscina poco honda.
Y para un día perfecto, disfrute de una comida familiar en las zonas de picnic... si consigue sacar a los niños del agua. También podrá conocer a los Leones Marinos y podrá admirar su belleza y las increíbles habilidades de estos inteligentes mamíferos marinos. ¡Disfrute del agua! ¡Disfrute de AQUALAND!
A trip on one of Barcelona's iconic pleasure boats, the 'Golondrinas', is one of the most authentic visitor experiences. You'll have a lot of fun as you sail out of the old harbour, the Port Vell and along the Barcelona coastline, and enjoy unusual, attractive views with a Mediterranean flavour with the sea breeze in your hair. Climb aboard this iconic boat!
The Golondrinas offer you two unique trips from the Port Vell. The first, Barcelona Port, is a 40-minute tour which will take you to Barcelona harbour where you'll see its facilities and enjoy views of the north of the city. Soak up the sun's rays and let the breeze caress you as you watch the World Trade Center, the Porta d'Europa bridge, the International Cruise Terminal, the Llevant and Ponent quays, the leisure marina Nova Bocana, the fishing port and clock tower pass by.
¿Qué encontrará dentro?
7 pisos que podrá visitar, vistas de 360º desde el Bar Gravity, aprenderá cómo elaborar su propia pinta de Guiness, degustación de la cerveza, tienda de recuerdos Flagship y aprenderá sobre los más de 250 años de historia de la cerveza Guinness.
Parking
Aparcamiento público para buses en Market Street, Crane Street y Echlin Street.
Idioma y Audioguía
Audio guias disponibles por 1 €. No disponibles para tours en grupos.
Mapa y audio guias disponibles en los siguientes idiomas: Francés, Alemán, Italiano, Español, Portugués y Chino. Mapas disponibles en inglés (audioguía no disponible en inglés).
Restaurantes
Brewer's Dining Hall
Julio - Agosto: 12:00 - 17:00
Setiembre - Junio: 12:00 - 16:00
1837 Bar & Brasserie
Lunes y Martes: 12:30 - 16:00
Viernes - Domingos, Julio y Agosto: 12:00 - 16:00
Viernes - Domingos, Setiembre y Junio: 12:30 - 16:00
Arthur's Bar
Julio - Agosto: 12:00 - 19:00
Setiembre - Junio: 12:00 - 18:00
Cooperage Café:
Julio - Agosto: 9:30 - 19:00
Setiembre - Junio: 12:00 - 18:00
Ir de compras
Situada en el la planta principal, la tienda The Store le ofrece una gran variedad de productos de la marca Guinness. Compras libes de impuestos para visitantes No Europeos.
Abierto de las 9:30h - 18:30h. a diario, Enero - Junio y Setiembre - Diciembre.
Julio y Agosto a diario hasta las 20:30h.
Acceso minusválidos
Guinness Storehouse está totalmente adaptada para el acceso de minusválidos por todo su recinto. Se ruega en el momento de la visita nos haga llegar cualquier requisito especial a [email protected]
TOUR DETAILS
Slow down while enjoying the fresh, high desert air and canyon vistas during a walk along the Grand Canyon rim. As you explore, your Pink Adventure Tour guide will suggest the best places on the Trail of Time to photograph breathtaking vistas and capture views of the ever-changing scenes. Your guide will teach you how to identify local plant species, fossils and wildlife. This is an exclusive experience that you can’t find anywhere else.
A relatively new feature at the South Rim is the Trail of Time. You’ll stroll along this paved pathway between Yavapai Point and Grand Canyon Village. Read the corresponding exhibits to gain a new perspective on the age of the Grand Canyon and the forces that created it. Hands-on displays allow you to feel the texture of rocks as old as 1.7 billion years. Your guide will explain the “birthdays” of rocks in the canyon’s layers and how to identify details like algal reefs and mud cracks as you peer into the canyon through scopes. Total distance of this walk is 3 miles.
Stop into the Yavapai Geology Museum for even more geologic education with films, artwork and 3D models. You’ll survey the canyon through panoramic windows while your Certified Interpretive Guide simplifies the details with anecdotes and humor that bring the past to life.
The Trail of Time ends at Grand Canyon Village where you can experience the area’s human history. You’ll see architecturally significant places like El Tovar, which was once considered the most luxurious hotel west of the Mississippi. Hopi House was the first building by Mary Coulter, an influential and skilled Southwest architect. See artifacts and shop for keepsakes or artwork before making the drive back in our Pink® Jeep® Wrangler.
In addition to park admissions fees, your tour includes a viewing of Grand Canyon: The Hidden Secrets. This popular IMAX movie features stunning aerial footage of inaccessible places deep below the rim. You’ll also hear stories about the explorers and native peoples of yesteryear.
Information:
Important: Closing of the Queen's State Apartment for renovation works
We strongly advise against high-heeled shoes (parquet flooring in the rooms and cobblestones in the courtyard)
Strollers are not permitted inside the palace
Access to the palace is challenging for those with reduced mobility
Photography without flash is permitted inside the palace
Tuesday mornings are not recommended due to the high number of visitors
The skip-the-line access is subject to the Versailles Palace procedures: The Vigipirate plan, the security control or an unforeseen crowd can slow down the entrance
On-site visit duration: 2h
Languages Available:
English and Spanish : Every departure
Italian : Wednesday and Sunday
German: Tuesday, Friday
French: Saturday
Portuguese: Thursday
Japanese : Tuesday
