From Cramond village (famed from Ms Jean Brodie) you can walk out to this beautiful island on the forth. The causeway (at low tide) follows the world war 2 concrete pylons that dramatically span across the water. High and Low Tide affect access hours http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cramond_Island

One of the greatest engineering achievements of the 19th century and one of the most recognisable Scottish landmarks. A trip out to the bridge is well worth your time. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Forth_Bridge

Works by some of the worlds most important contemporary artists adorn this wooded landscape. Many commissioned and constructed in situ by artists such as Antony Gormley, Anish Kapoor, Andy Goldsworthy and Marc Quinn. Definitely worth the trip. Bonninston House Steadings Wilkieston EH27 8BB 25th May-15th September Mon, Thur, Fri, Sat, Sun:10am- 5pm Adults £8.50 Concessions £4.50 OAPs £6.00 http://www.jupiterartland.org/

The former sanctuary of artist Ian Hamilton Findlay. A lifetime in the making, it's a beautiful landscape of considered planting is enhanced by Hamilton's poetry infused sculpture. Stonypath Dunsyre, Carnwath Lanarkshire ML11 8NG 24th May-29th September Wed, Fri, Sat: 2.30pm-5pm Adult £10.00 Children £10.00 http://www.littlesparta.org.uk/