The 25 Best Things to do in Scotland

Wandering Wheatleys

From soaring mountain peaks to glorious glens and beautiful lochs, Scotland is a country that’s bursting with spectacular scenery and fantastic places to visit.

Stick to these fun and unique Scotland bucket list recommendations, and there’s no doubt you’ll have an amazing time exploring this beautiful part of the world!

Rising to an altitude of 1,345 meters, Ben Nevis has the lofty distinction of being the highest mountain in Scotland.

Climb Ben Nevis – Scotland’s highest mountain

One of the coolest things to do in Scotland is the North Coast 500, or NC500, a spectacular self-driving route that takes you through Northern Scotland’s most beautiful scenery. It was designed to link up the best outdoor, cultural, and historical attractions to the north of Inverness.

Road trip the North Coast 500

Have you ever seen the Harry Potter movies? If the answer is “yes,” you’ll have seen the Hogwarts Express as it steams its way through dramatic mountain scenery. That’s not CGI because it was the historic Jacobite Steam Train.

Ride the Jacobite Steam Train from Fort William to Mallaig

Edinburgh is Scotland’s lofty capital city, and it’s a capital that’s packed with regal history and royal charm.

Walk along Edinburgh’s Royal Mile and the ramparts of Edinburgh Castle

You can’t escape the history when you visit Scotland, so dig in and learn more about the nation’s rich heritage with a visit to the National Museum of Scotland!

Delve into the past at the National Museum of Scotland

If you’re exploring Edinburgh, then the hike to the top of Arthur’s Seat is one of the most unique things to do in Scotland. Arthur’s Seat is the best viewpoint in the city and is also an ancient, extinct volcano.

Hike to the top of Arthur’s Seat (Edinburgh’s extinct volcano)

Swipe up to read the full post!