Whether you have specific scientific interests or are generally curious about the world around you, there's bound to be lots of attractions and events to keep you entertained at Edinburgh's International Science Festival, no matter how old you are.
Science enthusiasts and those who simply want to learn have been descending on the Scottish capital for more than 20 years to take part in the annual event, which promises a range of activities and exhibits to stimulate the mind.
The festival usually runs for two weeks during April, which means that anyone booked into Scottish holiday accommodation will have plenty of time to take part.
Although the event's programme changes each year, there will always be plenty of educational and fun activities, exhibits and workshops on offer to visitors.
Each festival is normally themed around the UN's International Year, so the 2009 event celebrated the International Year of Astronomy, while it's biodiversity for 2010.
Many of the scheduled activities and exhibitions are free or carry a nominal cost, so anyone who has decided to seek out castles to rent in Scotland should still be able to make the most of the festival, even if they have a tight budget.
Experts from a host of scientific disciplines will be on hand to share their knowledge, while people looking for something a little quieter may simply want to browse one of the photography exhibitions.
The event is not only for families and children - there are plenty of things on offer to keep adults amused too.
Child-free evenings are also on the agenda for those without kids and to give parents the chance to escape and enjoy a glass of wine while taking part in a grown-up discussion or reverting back to their childhood days in the science lab with a practical session.
Local businesses and attractions partner with the festival to provide their services and venues for its use.
The University of Edinburgh, National Museums Scotland and Edinburgh Zoo are just some of the 30-odd institutions to get involved.
With many of the locations hosting more than one event during the two weeks, anyone staying in Scottish holiday homes is sure to find something that will take their fancy.
If you tire of all the science, you might want to wander off and enjoy some of the usual exhibitions and activities available at most of the venues.
The Royal Botanic Gardens is just one example of a place to enjoy the science festival but also to escape back to nature.
All the flora and fauna in the grounds will still be easily accessible alongside the temporary exhibits which form part of the event.
Walking tours around the gardens are available for anyone who wants to learn more about the plant life in front of them, with snippets of history about the location thrown in for good measure.
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