For the most popular Scottish tourist attractions you can easily find suggestions like Edinburgh or the Scottish Highlands with a quick online search, but of course there is much more on offer in this bonnie wee country of ours.
Majestic castles, UNESCO heritage sites, and tropical-style beaches are only some of the sights that make Scotland such an unforgettable place to visit. This list includes attractions that are free to visit, some famous and others considered to be ‘hidden gems’.
So, here are twenty-five of the most spectacular places to visit in Scotland according to our Scotsman readers.
5. Isle of Arran
The Isle of Arran is described as one of the ‘most accessible’ islands in Scotland. It is situated off the breathtaking west coast of the country. The island is the largest in the Firth of Clyde and the seventh largest of all the Scottish islands. Photo: gails_pictures on Flickr
6. Corryvreckan Whirlpool
Visit Scotland calls it “It is one of the largest permanent whirlpools on earth and one of the most dangerous stretches of water around the British Isles.” You can find it churning water between the Scottish islands of Scarba and Jura. Photo: via Geograph
7. Inverness
Inverness is the capital of the Scottish Highlands, located at the mouth of the River Ness found on the east coast of Northern Scotland. The settlement was once the capital of the Picts (ancient Celts) who were ruled by King Brude. Photo: via WikiCommons
8. Dunkeld and Birnam
Dunkeld and Birnam are linked by a seven-arched bridge built by Thomas Telford. Surrounded by the picturesque Perthshire countryside, the two form a historic town with lovely walks, restaurants, and an upbeat music scene. Photo: Mike McBey on Flickr