places of scenic beauty and historical interest; famous scenic spots and historic sites
A yojijukugo often used in travel contexts to refer collectively to well-known scenic and historic locations.
There are many places of scenic beauty and historical interest in Kyoto.
I went on a trip to visit famous scenic spots and historic sites over the weekend.
名所 refers specifically to famous or scenic places, without the historical connotation of 旧跡.
旧跡 refers to historic sites or ruins, without the scenic connotation of 名所.
Compound of 名所 (famous place) and 旧跡 (historic site). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the combination is a standard yojijukugo.