Introduction to Linlithgow

In 1542, Mary, Queen of Scots was born in Linlithgow, some 26km (16 miles) west of Edinburgh. Trains frequently depart from Edinburgh Waverley Station, and the 20-minute ride to the ancient royal burgh costs about £7.50 ($15) for a standard round-trip ticket, though you have to complete the trip in one day. If you're driving from Edinburgh, follow the M8 toward Glasgow, taking exit 2 on to the M9, following the signs to Linlithgow.