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Many people are confused as to what to go and see in Edinburgh. It is true, there are plenty of things to investigate around the city and it could take many days to visit everything you wish to see. Edinburgh is perfect for a week long break or a nice long weekend but make sure that you do your research, you may even want to book any tickets that are required ahead of departing so that you can rest assured you will get access.

Leith, Edinburgh may not be considered the most glamorous location as it carries a rather displeasing stigma nowadays however it is home to The Royal Yacht Britannia which is both a fun, interesting and aesthetically pleasing site. The Royal Yacht Britannia is actually a five start tourist attraction and is held in high regard to its residents.

The Royal Yacht Britannia is famous due to the fact that it sailed one million miles around the world and transported the Royal Family on around nine hundred holidays and official visits – these included the South seas and even the Antarctica. It is advised that you organise your tickets ahead of visiting the Royal Yacht Britannia and select the fast track ticket service in order to avoid any pesky queues. The yacht caters for everyone no matter the language you speak you simply will not need to miss out as it has an audio guide that is available in around twenty one different languages.

There is plenty to see on board the Royal Yacht Britannia including the State Apartments, The Queen’s Bedroom, the Crews Quarters, the Engine Room and finally the Admiral’s Cabin so you definitely will not get bored of exploring what it has to offer.

The Royal Yacht Britannia is perfect for gaining a strong insight into the luxury that the boat has to offer, it was after all the setting of four different couples of the Royal families honeymoon and oozes class and satisfaction. You get an interesting glimpse of the private life of the Royal family and can day dream about what it would be like to be on board as one of them.

The Royal Yacht Britannia finally stopped its travels in 1997. Its last trip was actually one of its longest as it went from England to Hong Kong so it certainly went out of service with a bang. In 1998 Edinburgh won the competitive bid to become the home to the yacht and it chose the Port of Leith to withhold its many memories.

There is also some great surrounding sites so do not forget to visit its wide array of cafés or for a sport of shopping the Ocean Terminal. The best way discover the Royal Yacht Britannia and its surrounding beauty is via our recommended transport companies.