From palaces to cobbled alleys and even a castle on a dormant volcano, this city is a real show-stopper.
Why we love Scotland
Scotland’s stunning landscapes, lochs, islands and mountains combine to form a country that’s as unique as it is beautiful. Where else could you explore 709 islands, while drinking over 130 different types of whisky? Tee off on scenic courses in the birthplace of golf and watch men in kilts play tug o’war? Or listen to the sound of bagpipes, alongside tales of a monster in a loch, a real-life Macbeth and a national Braveheart?
They’re not the only characters you’ll meet here. See Scotland’s film-star good looks on a set-jetting jaunt through sweeping glens and mighty castles, immortalised in Harry Potter, James Bond and Outlander.
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Scottish destinations
Edinburgh
Glasgow
North Coast 500
The Scottish Highlands
Borders and Lowlands
Scottish Islands
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
Cairngorms National Park
Edinburgh
Glasgow
North Coast 500
The Scottish Highlands
Borders and Lowlands
Scottish Islands
Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park
Cairngorms National Park
Featured things to do in Scotland
Wander Glasgow Botanic Gardens
Dominated by a magnificent curvilinear glasshouse called Kibble Palace, discover a garden with 200 years of history and a collection of over 9,000 different plants.
Find out more about Glasgow Botanic Garden
Experience the Highland Games
Built around traditional Highland sports such as the caber toss, tug o' war and hammer throw, attending a Highland games event over the summer months is a fun way to experience Scottish and Celtic culture.
Find out more about the Highland Games
Be wowed by the Mural Trail
Explore this colourful route around Glasgow that has brightened up the city. Many local artists have been commissioned to create these huge art pieces, often depicting and celebrating life in Scotland’s second city.
Find out more about the Glasgow Mural Trail
Party like it’s the end of the year
Prepare for the party of a lifetime with Edinburgh’s unmissable Hogmanay celebrations. Seeing in the New Year, get ready for buzzing street parties, live concerts and a firework display that’ll leave you in awe.
Find out more about Edinburgh’s HogmanayOur favourite experiences in Scotland
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