What to do in Scotland

Activities, attractions and tours

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Things to do

Loch Ness viewed from Fort Augustus

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands

£58
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

£85
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip
mountain view in edinburgh

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

£68
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit

£58
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Harry Potter Tour & Edinburgh Castle Visit
Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise

Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise

£20
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Loch Lomond: Scottish Highlands Sightseeing Cruise
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour

£35
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Royal Mile and Old Town Walking Tour
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket

£41
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

£38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch
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Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 2521 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £82 per adult
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Edinburgh Airport: Bus Transfer

Edinburgh Airport: Bus Transfer

9.6 out of 10 with 2587 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £6 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 463 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £32 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Glasgow: Highland Cow Caravan Tour with home baking

Glasgow: Highland Cow Caravan Tour with home baking

Activity duration is 2 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 6 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £24 per adult
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Loch Lomond: Island Discovery 2-Hour Cruise

Loch Lomond: Island Discovery 2-Hour Cruise

Activity duration is 2 hours
9.4 out of 10 with 720 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is £30 per adult
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What to do in Scotland

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A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, including a Gothic church and a classical building with arches.

Royal Mile

9.4/10 (9,742 reviews)
Explore this area in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town to find ancient buildings, historic relics, shops, museums and range of dining options.
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A bustling street with historic buildings, a clock tower, and outdoor seating at a pub.

Old Town Edinburgh

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Royal Mile to Princes Street – discover Old Town Edinburgh, a destination also famous for its shopping.

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Edinburgh City Centre

If you're spending time in Edinburgh City Centre, check out sights like Royal Mile or Princes Street and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St Andrew Square Tram Stop or Princes Street Tram Stop.

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City Centre Glasgow

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in City Centre Glasgow. Check out top attractions like Buchanan Street and Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, and jump on the metro at Buchanan Street Station or St Enoch Station to see more of the city.

A Gothic-style clock tower with a statue at its base, illuminated by warm lights.

New Town

Travellers love New Town for its popular shops, and you can see more of Edinburgh by jumping on the metro at Princes Street Tram Stop or St Andrew Square Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Princes Street and Assembly Rooms.

A historic castle with multiple towers and a moat.

Inverness City Centre

The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Castle or Victorian Market while you're exploring the area.

 

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Day trip destinations from Scotland

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Benbecula

A beach with clear turquoise water, white sand, and grassy dunes with yellow flowers.

Isle of Barra

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Campbeltown

A coastal town with historic buildings and a waterfront.

Dundee

A historic cityscape with a prominent castle and a tall church spire.

Edinburgh

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Fair Isle

A modern stadium with a large, curved roof and vibrant green and blue lighting.

Glasgow

A stone tower on a grassy cliff overlooking a coastal sea.

Islay Island

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