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Scotland
Scotland has many treasures crammed into its compact territory: big skies, ancient architecture, spectacular wildlife, superb seafood and hospitable, down-to-earth people.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Orkney
Predating Stonehenge and the pyramids of Giza, extraordinary Skara Brae is one of the world's most evocative prehistoric sites, and northern Europe’s best…
Glasgow
Glasgow Cathedral has a rare timelessness. The dark, imposing interior conjures up medieval might and can send a shiver down the spine. It's a shining…
Scotland
Many years may have passed since Dan Brown's novel The Da Vinci Code and the subsequent film came out, but floods of visitors still descend on Scotland's…
Stirling
Hold Stirling and you control Scotland. This maxim has ensured that a fortress of some kind has existed here since prehistoric times. You cannot help…
Orkney
Constructed about 5000 years ago, Maeshowe is an extraordinary place, a Stone Age tomb built from enormous sandstone blocks, some of which weighed many…
Southern Scotland
The Scottish National Trust's flagship property, magnificent Culzean (kull-ane) is one of the most impressive of Scotland's stately homes. On approach the…
Leith
Built on Clydeside, the former Royal Yacht Britannia was the British Royal Family's floating holiday home during their foreign travels from the time of…
Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
Edinburgh
Edinburgh's gallery of modern art is split between two impressive neoclassical buildings surrounded by landscaped grounds some 500m west of Dean Village…
Planning Tools
Expert guidance to help you plan your trip
Best Things to Do
To explore Scotland away from the crowds, travel south to the Borders and start with these eight spectacular stops.
Read articleThings to Know
If you’re looking to get the lowdown before visiting Scotland, start with these insider local tips.
Read articleTransportation
This breakdown of the different ways to get around Scotland – cars, trains, planes, bicycles and more – will help you get your dream planned in no time.
Read articleMoney and Costs
Maximize your budget while traveling around Scotland with these insider tips and travel hacks to make your money last that bit longer.
Read articleTraveling with Kids
Here's what you need to know about traveling with children in Scotland, and the best things to do for the perfect family day out.
Read articleBest Road Trips
Scotland's cities may be full of history but it's the countryside in between that captures the hearts of visitors. Here are Scotland's top road trips.
Read articlePlan with a local
Articles
Latest stories from Scotland
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Wildlife & Nature
The 11 best things to do in Scotland from spotting puffins to bagging peaksOct 15, 2024 • 8 min read
- CyclingFrom the Highlands to the islands, here’s how to get around Scotland
Oct 15, 2024 • 9 min read
Festivals & EventsThe best times to visit Scotland from summer festivals to cozy winter nightsOct 14, 2024 • 5 min read
- ActivitiesYou’ve probably never been to Southwest Scotland: here’s why you should go
Dec 5, 2023 • 7 min read
AstrotourismA reason to visit Scotland's Isle of Coll: a pop-up nightclub on a dark-sky islandJun 3, 2023 • 4 min read
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