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Rogie Falls
Ever wanted to see wild Atlantic salmon at their most spectacular, leaping up a waterfall? On the road from Inverness to Ullapool, just head to Rogie Falls in the Scottish Highlands for its parade of leaping salmon through August and September. To catch the salmon at their best, try to come in the early morning or evening when they're at their most active.
A great spot to visit throughout the year, in spring you'll be treated to a woodland carpet of Scottish bluebells and brilliant birdsong as you take the footpath to Rogie Falls.
From the carpark, there are several well-marked trails you can follow. The "red path" is a short walkway to the waterfall. Once you get to the cascade, keep a lookout for otters playing on the far right bank. The "green path" is a little longer and will take you on a forest walk to "View Rock," where between two big rocks you'll get your picture-perfect views of the Scottish Highlands and its forest, hills and loch. This trail is about a two-hour round trip from Rogie Falls car park.
Practical Info
Rogie Falls is just off the main road to Ullapool from Inverness, a little over a mile northwest of the village of Contin.
Address: Contin, Scotland
From $ 474
Roman Docks Museum (Musee des Docks Romains)
Located in Marseille's 2nd Arrondissement, between the City Hall and the Cathedral, and built on the ruins of an ancient Roman warehouse discovered in 1947, the Roman Docks Museum features, as its name states, exhibits based on the 20 Roman shipwrecks that have been found nearby.
The museum opened in 1963, and was renovated in 1987. It is one of the only still-used today commercial warehouses from the Roman era in all of France, and is considered a Historic Monument. Fernand Benoit, a world-renowned archaeologist and historian, helped preserve some of the site's relics including 30 large jars dating back from the Roman Empire, and walls and wells from medieval homes.
Practical Info
Admission is €3 / €2 (Full fare / reduced fare) and the museum can easily be reached by public transportation, either by bus (line 83, Quai du Port stop or line 55, Caisserie Beauregard stop). It can also be reached by car, via the Rue de l'Évêche exit from A55 / Boulevard des Dames.
Address: 10 Place Vivaux, Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur 13002, France
Hours: Tuesday "“ Sunday: 10am "“ 6pm; Closed on January 1, May 1, November 1 and December 1
Admission: Full fare: €3; Reduced fare: €2
From $ 30
Real Mary King's Close
Hidden away beneath the cobblestone streets of Edinburgh's Old Town, the Real Mary King's Close is a remarkably preserved 17th-century street that disappeared from view in the mid-18th-century and remains buried beneath the Royal Mile. Painstakingly restored and opened as a tourist attraction back in 2003, the street offers a fascinating glimpse into Edinburgh's past, with tours run by costumed character guides based on the Close's one-time residents.
As well as being of historic interest, the Real Mary King's Close has also become notorious as one of Edinburgh's most haunted sites. The street's history is riddled with tales of murders, mysterious happenings and plague victims, and it's not only become a popular inclusion on Edinburgh ghost tours, but hosts the annual Mary King's Ghost Fest and appeared on TV shows like Most Haunted and Ghost Hunters International.
Practical Info
The Real Mary King's Close is located on the High Street in Edinburgh's Old Town and is open from 10:15am to 5pm in Nov-March, and 10:15am to 9pm in April-Oct. Entrance is by guided tour only (around every 15 minutes) and admission is £15.50 for adults or £9.50 for children under 16.
Address: 2 High St, Edinburgh, Edinburgh EH1 1PG, Scotland
From $ 20
Round Tower (Rundetårn)
The Rundetårn (or 'Round Tower' in English) is perhaps the best place in Copenhagen to enjoy panoramic views of the city's skyline with its fairytale old town and many spires. The observation deck is located 35 meters (115 feet) above street level, offering an expansive view of inner Copenhagen
The tower was built by King Christian IV, the famous architectural innovator of Denmark, to be an astronomical observatory. A wrought iron lattice runs along the edge of the platform, featuring Christian IV's monogram. The Rundetårn was mentioned in two Hans Christian Andersen fairytales and is commonly used as a metric to compare heights of buildings in Denmark.
Practical Info
The iconic Round Tower is located in central Copenhagen, about a 20 minute walk from town hall. Come take a guided tour to learn about the history of astronomy in Denmark in the 17th century and about the tower and library hall that functions as a museum today.
Address: Købmagergade 52A, Copenhagen 1150, Denmark
Hours: 10am - 5pm Mon - Sat (open at 12pm on Sundays). Closed on Dec 24 - 25 and Jan 1
Admission: Adults: DKK 25, Children: DKK 5
From $ 62
Poole Harbour
A large natural harbor along the coast of Dorset, Poole Harbour is the centerpiece of its namesake town, flowing into Poole Quay and Upton Lake. With miles of rugged coastline and beaches, the harbor is a hotspot for water sports like windsurfing, kitesurfing and stand-up paddleboarding, while Poole Quay is home to an atmospheric promenade, lined with shops, cafes and restaurants.
Poole Harbour is also the starting point for ferries to nearby Brownsea Island, as well as boat cruises along England's UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast, affording spectacular views of natural wonders such as Old Harry Rocks, Studland Bay and Swanage bay along the way. For the full experience, you can even combine a cruise to Swanage Bay, with a ride on the Swanage Railway heritage steam train and explore the dramatic Dorset coastline from both land and sea.
Practical Info
Poole Harbour is located on the south coast of Poole on England's south coast.
Address: Poole, England
From $ 13
Rosenborg Palace Gardens (Kongens Have)
Rosenborg Castle Garden (also known as King's Garden) is Denmark's oldest royal green space, established in the early 1600s by King Christian IV. Today the Renaissance-style park"”famous for its huge flower beds, hedges, and adjacent eponymous castle"”is a popular retreat for Copenhagen locals and tourists alike.
The Basics
Rosenborg Garden is one of Copenhagen's most famous parks, frequented by roughly 2.5 million people each year. Here you will find the neoclassical Hercules Pavillion, the iconic statue of Danish author Hans Christian Andersen, a rose garden, a symmetrical Renaissance garden, and numerous sculptures. Families with kids enjoy the park's artistic adventure playground, while travelers of all ages stroll the grounds, sunbathe, and picnic on spacious green lawns.
Visit on a hop-on hop-off bus tour to explore King's Garden at your own pace, or see the park on a cultural walking tour of Copenhagen to benefit from the knowledge of an experienced guide. If you who want to visit Rosenborg Castle (Rosenborg Slot), located adjacent to the garden, you get free entrance with a Copenhagen Card.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Rosenborg Garden is a perfect retreat from the bustling city center"”head there for a picnic lunch between sightseeing visits.
- Entrance to the garden is free, but tickets are required to see Rosenborg Castle.
- The King's Garden contains a cafe, located in the Hercules Pavilion.
- All garden paths are accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.
How to Get There
Rosenborg Garden is located in central Copenhagen and is easily accessible on foot, by bike, or by public transportation. Several buses stop at the garden, and the nearest metro station is Nørreport St.
When to Get There
The King's Garden is open year-round. Summer is the best time to visit, when temperatures are warm, the flower beds are blooming, and the lawns can be crowded with sunbathers. The park hosts a puppet show for children in midsummer, and several bands perform in the garden during the Copenhagen Jazz Festival in July.
Rosenborg Castle (Rosenborg Slot)
A trip to King's Garden isn't complete without a visit to the adjacent 17th-century Rosenborg Castle, home of the Danish crown jewels and the famous Knight's Hall, where three life-size silver lions stand guard over the coronation throne. Other castle highlights include one of the world's finest Venetian glass collections, portraits of Johann Friedrich Struensee and Queen Caroline Mathilde, and an extensive collection of royal regalia.
Address: Oster Voldgade 4A, Copenhagen 1350, Denmark
From $ 31
Robert Capa Contemporary Photography Center
Leading the charge for contemporary Hungarian photography, photographer Robert Capa famously captured the Spanish Civil War and World War II, as well as the wars in China and Vietnam, on film. He became known as one of the top war photographers of his time. Today this Budapest photography center aims to display and promote the best in documentary and modern photography from Hungary and around the world.
Housed in a beautiful Art Nouveau building, the museum is constantly bringing in new talent to showcase as well as exhibiting some of Capa's best and rarest work. Famously he remarked ""˜If your picture isnt good enough, you're not close enough." Temporary exhibitions rotate frequently, but are always showcasing the best in modern visual arts "” often with the use of multimedia and LCD projection. The walls are lined with some of the most striking and significant imagery you'll see coming from behind the lens today.
Practical Info
Located in Budapest's theater district, the photography center is open daily from 11 am to 7 pm and costs 1500 HUR for adults and 800 HUR for students and seniors. To get there, take the M1 to Opera or Oktogon stations, and walk to Nagymező utca.
Address: 9Nagymező utca 8 1065 Pest, District 6, Budapest, Hungary
Hours: Daily from 11 am to 7 pm
Admission: 1500 HUR for adults, 800 HUR for students and seniors
From $ 25
Pueblo Canario
Pueblo Canario (Canarian Village) is a complex of traditionally built island houses around a large central square set in the green surrounds of Parque Doramas, Las Palmas.
Part of Pueblo Canario is Museo Nestor, dedicated to the life and works of the modernist artist Nestor de la Torre, who, along with his brother, Miguel, designed the Pueblo in the 1930s. Highlights here include Nestor's eight murals illustrating his Poema del Mar (1912-1923).
There is a museum, a restaurant and craft shops within the complex, as well as regular folklore shows, all designed to promote a deeper understanding of Canarian culture and cuisine.
Pueblo Canario is in the heart bustling Las Palmas overlooking Doramas Park. To get there, walk inland from the marina down Muelle Pantalan.
Address: Calle de Francisco González Díaz, Parque Doramas, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria 35005, Spain
Hours: Closed Monday
From $ 23
Richard III Experience at Monk Bar
Located at Monk Bar, one of the four principal gateways of York's medieval city walls, the Richard III Experience transports visitors back to medieval era York, following the fascinating story of Richard III. Housed in the 14th-century gatehouse, the museum features exhibits on the legacy of Richard III, the last of the Plantagenet Kings, chronicling his short rule from 1483-1485, and his defeat by Henry Tudor.
Highlights of the experience include an impressive collection of medieval arms and armor; multi-media presentations on the War of the Roses and the Battle of Bosworth; and a children's area complete with costumes, props, and narration by Horrible Histories author Terry Deary.
Practical Info
The Richard III Experience is located at Monk Bar in central York, just a short walk from York Minster, and is open daily from 10am-5pm (summer) or 4pm (winter). Adult admission is £5.
Address: 6 Goodramgate, York, England
Hours: Daily: April-Oct: 10am-5pm, Nov-March 10am-4pm
Admission: Adult £5, Child £3
From $ 52
Rathaus
With its grand Renaissance style façade and clock tower crawling with ivy, the Rathaus, or City Hall, is among Dusseldorf's most attractive buildings, as well as being one of its oldest. Dating back to the 16th century, the Rathaus is one of a handful of buildings that remained intact after the WWII bombings, and forms an eye-catching backdrop to the city's annual Christmas markets.
The most memorable landmark of the Rathaus is the bronze equestrian statue of Elector Jan Wellem, an iconic sculpture designed by Gabriel de Grupello in 1711, which now takes center stage at the front of the building. Inside, visitors can explore the ornately decorated council hall, the Jan-Wellem hall and the Lord Mayor's reception hall, renowned for its beautiful ceiling paintings by artists Domenico Zanetti and Johannes Spilberg.
Practical Info
The Rathaus is located on Marktplatz in Dusseldorf Old Town, and free tours are available to the public every Wednesday afternoon.
Address: Marktplatz 2, Dusseldorf, Germany
From $ 12
Rahmi M Koc Museum
The Rahmi M KoçMuseum is situated on the north side of the historic Golden Horn in Istanbul. Conceived by the Koçfamily, it's the only major museum in Turkey dedicated to the history of transport, industry, and communications.
The museum is divided into two parts; a new building on the Golden Horn side, and a converted Byzantine stone building right opposite. Its collection features thousands of items, most of which are from Mr. Rahmi M. Koç's private collection. These items include full-size ships, vintage aircrafts, steam engines, submarines, agricultural machinery, and many more artefacts from ā°stanbul's industrial past.
The eclectic exhibits at the Rahmi M KoçMuseum are particularly popular with children, as there are opportunities to sit in a classic car, take a cruise on a 1936 steam tug (summer weekends only), hop aboard a 1944 US naval submarine, and much more besides.
Practical Info
The Rahmi M KoçMuseum is located on Hasköy Caddesi, just a few hundred meters from the Hasköy Parkā± bus stop, as well as the Hasköy piers for the Golden Horn ferry boat. There is also a restaurant overlooking the waterfront.
Address: Hasköy Caddesi No.5, Istanbul 34445, Turkey
Hours: Open Tues-Fri 10am-5pm; Weekends (summer): 10am-8pm; Weekends (winter): 10am-6pm
Admission: Adults: 12.5TL; Students & Children: 6TL
From $ 41
Port-Royal des Champs Museum
In the early 17th century members of a Catholic reform movement against the Jesuits set up a school in an abbey of Cistercian nuns. The school, called the Petites ecoles de Port-Royal in French, became incredibly influential, with intellectuals like Blaise Pascal and Jean Racine refining their beliefs and skills of reason and debate within its walls.
Today the Port-Royal des Champs Museum, overlooking the ruined abbey, recounts the history of this intellectual, religious and political movement through its collection of paintings, books and engravings. Most notable is the collection of paintings by Philippe de Champaigne, a seventeenth century French baroque painter famous for his religious works and portraits of French nobility.
Practical Info
Port-Royal des Champs Museum is free on the first Sunday of every month and closed on Tuesdays.
Address: Les Granges de Port-Royal, Magny-les-Hameaux 78114, France
Hours: 10:30-12:30 & 2-6 April 1-Oct 31, 10-12 & 2-5:30 Nov 1-March 31; 10:30-6:30 Sat, Sun & public holidays all year. Closed Tuesdays & Dec 21 to Jan 4.
Admission: €3-4 for adults
From $ 144
Presidential Palace
The official residence of the President of Lithuania is found in Daukanto Square and began life in the 14th century as a luxury home built for the city's first Catholic bishop, Andrzej Jastrzebiec. The building remained the residence of Vilnius's wealthy clergy until the Russian invasion in 1795, when it became the resplendent home of the city's Tsarist governors.
By this time the splendid neo-classical façade had been added and the palace was extended to form one side of today's grand piazza, surrounded by other aristocratic mansions. Although Napoleon briefly sent the Russians packing in 1812, Lithuanian independence from Russia only finally came in 1990. The palace was renovated in 1997 before becoming the official home of the Lithuanian President.
Among the notorious figures that have overnighted in the palace over the centuries are Tsar Alexander I, French King Louis XVIII, Napoleon Bonaparte and the Polish national hero Józef Pilsudski. The national flag is hoisted over the palace whenever the president is in the city, and a flag-changing ceremony takes place on Sundays at noon. The Changing of the Guard ceremony takes place daily at 6 p.m.
Practical Info
A flag-changing ceremony takes place on Sundays at noon, and the Changing of the Guard ceremony takes place daily at 6 p.m. The tranquil gardens behind the palace are free to explore.
Address: Universiteto gatvā—, Vilnius 01122, Lithuania
Hours: Changing of the Guard at 6pm daily; flag-changing ceremony at 12pm Sundays
From $ 12
Pyhä-Luosto National Park
A wild landscape of ancient pine forests, lakes and hills stretching between the fell resorts of Pyhä and Luosto, Pyhä-Luosto National Park is the highlight of central Lapland and a popular choice for a day trip from Rovaniemi.
With more than 90 miles (150 km) of walking trails, Pyhä-Luosto is a top destination for hikers all year-round, with highlights including Isokuru, Finland's deepest gorge, the Pyhä Waterfall and the Lampivaara Amethyst Mine, Europe's only active amethyst mine, where visitors can try their luck digging for gemstones. With over 75 miles (120 km) of ski trails and ample opportunities for snowmobiling, reindeer sleigh rides and husky sledding, Pyhä-Luosto makes a fun place to spend the winter months, while summer activities include mountain biking, canoeing, swimming and fishing.
Practical Info
The Pyhä-Luosto National Park is located in Finnish Lapland, about 68 miles (110 km) northeast of Rovaniemi.
Address: Pelkosenniemi, Finland
From $ 90
River Ness
Sure, the River Ness might not be as famous as the nearby Loch with its monster, but that doesn't mean it's not worth wandering. In fact, the vast majority of Inverness' top attractions are situated along its shores, including Inverness Castle, Whin Park, Eden Court Theater and St. Andrews Cathedral. And of course, it culminates in Loch Ness. River Ness also houses the Ness Islands, which are extremely popular nature retreats for Inverness locals.
Though famous, the River Ness is no Nile. It stretches only about 12 miles (20 km) from where it begins at Loch Ness to where it empties into Beauly Firth. Little known fact: it's actually in the river, not the giant loch, that the first ever sighting of the Loch Ness Monster was reported.
Practical Info
River Ness is best experienced from Whin Park and the Ness Islands. Of course, it is also a nice cycle along the 12 miles (20 km) from Loch Ness to Beauly Firth if you have the time.
Address: River Ness, Inverness, The Scottish Highlands, Scotland
From $ 13
Royal Delft
Royal Delf, a Dutch manufacturer of iconic blue and white porcelain goods was opened in 1653 and today, remains the only Delftware factory from the 17th century. Travelers looking to travel back in time and learn about this one-of-a-kind hand-painted stoneware can see it all on a truly memorable tour of Royal Delft.
Visitors will learn about the history of this unique art and see modern master painters at work. A tour includes a peek at the Vermeer and Dutch Royal family Chamber, as well as the opportunity to explore the factory's own museum, where hundreds of antique Delft pieces are prominently displayed.
Practical Info
Royal Delft admission is 12.5 Euros for adults and fee for children under 12. The factory is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. between March 16 and October 31, and from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and 12 p.m. until 5 p.m. Sundays between November 1 and December 31.
Address: Rotterdamseweg 196, AR Delft 2628, Netherlands
Hours: March 16-Oct 31: 9am-5pm, Nov 1-Dec 31: Mon-Sat 9am-5pm & Sun 12pm-5pm
Admission: Adults: 12.5 €, Child 12 & under free
From $ 55
Prinsengracht
With its ring of canals extending over 62 miles (100 km) and featuring an incredible 1,500 bridges, it's no surprise that Amsterdam's canal ring has earned itself the nickname "˜the Venice of the North'. The 17th-century canals, including the most famous waterways of Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht and Jordaan, achieved UNESCO World Heritage status back in 2010, and remain key landmarks for visiting tourists.
The Prisengracht, or Prince's Canal, is the longest of Amsterdam's four main canals, measuring around two miles, and one of the liveliest in the city. Here, colorful houseboats float by the riverbanks and the surrounding streets are crammed with cafes, shopping boutiques and landmark buildings. Admire the famous Eenhoornsluis (Unicorn Lock) at the entrance to the Prisengracht, then Cross over the Papiermolensluis (Paper Mill Lock') to explore sights like the Anne Frank House; Amsterdam's tallest church, the Westerkerk (Western church); the 17th-century Noorderkerk (North Church) and the quirky Houseboat Museum. Stock up on goods at the nearby Noordermarkt flea market, snap a few photos of Amsterdam's narrowest house (measuring in at a tiny three feet wide), then stop for coffee at one of Amsterdam's longest established brown cafes, Cafe Papeneiland, dating back to 1642. If you get chance, sneak a look at the cafe's secret basement tunnel, built to aid fleeing Catholics in the 17th century and running all the way to the Posthorn Church.
The Prisengracht, or Prince's Canal, is the longest of Amsterdam's four main canals, measuring around two miles, and one of the liveliest in the city. Here, colorful houseboats float by the riverbanks and the surrounding streets are crammed with cafes, shopping boutiques and landmark buildings. Admire the famous Eenhoornsluis (Unicorn Lock) at the entrance to the Prisengracht, then Cross over the Papiermolensluis (Paper Mill Lock') to explore sights like the Anne Frank House; Amsterdam's tallest church, the Westerkerk (Western church); the 17th-century Noorderkerk (North Church) and the quirky Houseboat Museum. Stock up on goods at the nearby Noordermarkt flea market, snap a few photos of Amsterdam's narrowest house (measuring in at a tiny three feet wide), then stop for coffee at one of Amsterdam's longest established brown cafes, Cafe Papeneiland, dating back to 1642. If you get chance, sneak a look at the cafe's secret basement tunnel, built to aid fleeing Catholics in the 17th century and running all the way to the Posthorn Church.
Address: Amsterdam, Netherlands
From $ 57
Rickmer Rickmers
Permanently moored along Hamburg's waterfront, the Rickmer Rickmers is the oldest of the city's numerous museum ships, standing in prize place next to the famous Cap San Diego. The historic trade ship was first launched in 1896 and was used to import rice and bamboo from Hong Kong, before serving in WWI and later, being used as a training ship for the Portuguese navy.
Today, the beautifully restored ship remains a majestic sight, with its three masts and eye-catching green and red painted hull looming over the riverside. Visitors can explore on-board the ship, stroll the wooden decks and peek into the crew quarters, then duck into the engine room, where an original steam engine and a Krupp diesel engine are on display.
Practical Info
Rickmer Rickmer's is moored at Landungsbrücken in central Hamburg and is open daily from 10am to 6pm. Admission is €5.
Address: Landungsbrücken, Ponton 1a, Hamburg 20359, Germany
Hours: Open daily 10am-6pm
Admission: Adults: €5
From $ 29
Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park (Parque Natural dos Caldeirões)
With its gurgling streams, cascading waterfalls and bursts of colorful Hydrangeas, the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park (Parque Natural dos Caldeirões) shows off the natural beauty of the Nordeste region to its best. It's also idyllic spot for adventurous hikers, with rock-cut paths winding through the mountains, rainforest trails to explore and endless photo opportunities along the way.
The park's main draw is its beautiful series of waterfalls, framed by the looming cliffs and lush rainforest, and offering the ideal terrain for canyoning and rappelling activities. The waterfront is also dotted with historic water mills, many of which have been restored and repurposed. Look out for the fascinating Ethnographic Museum housed in one of the mills and the old miller's house that now serves as a handicrafts shop.
Practical Info
The Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park is located in northeast Sao Miguel, close to the village of Nordeste.
Address: Achadinha 9630, Sao Miguel, Portugal
From $ 54
Queen's University Belfast
Just as Dublin has Trinity, so Belfast has Queen's. It's the city's top university and a center of green and calm. Neo-Gothic and neo-Tudor buildings mingle with less majestic fare. Over 20,000 students attend, so if you come in term-time there's plenty of people-watching to be done as the campus goes about its business.
It was founded in 1849 and its main building was designed by Charles Lanyon. However, the main pleasure for the visitor is less its history and more just strolling around the grounds enjoying the tranquil enclave and the toney streets surrounding the campus.
You can walk to the University from the center of town, or catch bus 84.
Address: University Road, Belfast BT7 1NN, Northern Ireland
Hours: Mon-Fri
Admission: Free
From $ 16