Scotland combines dramatic Highland landscapes, vibrant cities, island-hopping adventures, and historical sites spanning Roman occupation through clan warfare to industrial innovation. From Edinburgh’s Festival atmosphere and castle-crowned Old Town to Glasgow’s revitalised West End, the Highlands’ mountain scenery, and whisky distilleries across Speyside, Scotland delivers substance alongside scenery. This is where lochs reflect mountains, historic battlefields tell clan stories, and cities maintain distinct identities shaped by centuries of trade, education, and sometimes uncomfortable historical relationships with England.
These Scotland travel articles focus primarily on Edinburgh (covered extensively in its own section) with additional pieces about Glasgow’s West End. The Edinburgh guides explore everything from the National Museum of Scotland and strategies for visiting Edinburgh Castle when tickets sell out to the hidden Dean Village, the Literary Pub Tour, and practical details about Mons Meg, the One O’Clock Gun, St Giles’ Cathedral, and the Royal Yacht Britannia in Leith. You’ll also find a guide to spending a perfect day in Scotland’s capital.
Scotland travel suits all types of visitors — from city breakers exploring Edinburgh and Glasgow to outdoor enthusiasts tackling Munros, history buffs following clan stories, and whisky lovers touring distilleries. Transport connections work well between major centres, though reaching remote areas requires either careful bus/train planning or hiring a car. Scottish weather remains famously unpredictable, so pack layers regardless of season.
Edinburgh travel articles
- National Museum of Scotland review: Which bit to visit first?
- How to get into Edinburgh Castle when the tickets have sold out.
- The Dean Village: Edinburgh’s secret, scenic escape.
- How to spend a perfect day in Edinburgh.
- The best things to do near Edinburgh Castle.
- Is Edinburgh Castle open on Mondays?
- Guides to Mons Meg and the One O’Clock Gun at Edinburgh Castle.
- Review of the Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour.
- Are there any direct flights from Edinburgh to Oslo?
- The 8 best attractions and experiences in Edinburgh.
- How to get to the National Monument of Scotland on Calton Hill.
- St Giles’ Cathedral: A visitor guide.
- Review of the Royal Yacht Britannia in Leith.
Glasgow travel articles
- Guide to Glasgow’s West End for first time visitors.
