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9 Magical Landmarks & Attractions in Scotland
From mystical stone circles to fairy tale castles, Scotland simply oozes magic. We’ve rounded up some of Scotland’s most captivating...
Top Outdoor Dining Spots In Scotland
What could be more fun than socialising and sunbathing in one go? Combined with fresh air and fine food, outdoor...
The Crown film locations in Scotland
It’s no secret that the Royal Family have had a long lasting love affair with Scotland. Follow in the footsteps...
16 of The Best Vegan Restaurants in Edinburgh
Edinburgh takes vegan food seriously, like… really seriously. So much so that it has recently been named as the best...
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11 Best Places to Stay in the Highlands – the perfect base for your Scottish Holiday
The Scottish Highlands are home to beautiful vast landscapes and a unique culture and history. With hundreds of hidden villages,...
10 Reasons to visit the Highlands this autumn
Autumn is truly a magical time in the Highlands – as the nights draw in and the log fires are...
18 Braw Scottish Words & Their Meanings
Learn how to speak like a local with these great Scottish words and their meanings. From ‘braw’ to ‘wheesht’, we’ll...
12 Wellness Activities in the Outer Hebrides
Beat the winter blues! Travel to the edge of Scotland and escape from the stresses of the 21st century. What better...
Latest Posts
The Kelpies: the mane attraction at The Helix
Just imagine this: travelling along an unremarkable section of motorway, when, seemingly out of nowhere, two gigantic, glinting horse heads,...
Don’t hibernate this winter – have your own Winterwatch break in Scotland
If you were lucky enough to have wings, would you fly to the milder climes of the south to wait...
Lights, camera, adventure! Filming Macbeth on Isle of Skye
Skye is no stranger to Hollywood. A stunning landscape of jagged and majestic hills tearing through misty skies and crystal-clear...
Scotland meets Shakespeare: Discover Macbeth country this autumn
At VisitScotland we’ve been busy immersing ourselves in all-things #Macbeth, A.K.A ‘The Scottish Play’, in the run-up to the hotly anticipated...
Only in Scotland – Six Uniquely Scottish Experiences
Travel writer Joe Reaney reveals six amazing experiences only available in Scotland, from scuba diving among German warships to exploring a breathtaking railway right out of a storybook.
Forth Bridge given World Heritage Status
For the last 125 years the Forth Bridge has spanned the Firth of Forth, connecting Fife with Edinburgh. Comprised of...
7 ways to ramp up the glamour of your picnic
Fancy something extravagant for your next picnic date? Just a few special touches can help to turn your picnic party...
8 ideas for ideal picnic pastimes with a Scottish twist
Perhaps the very best thing about picnics is that you can really embrace the great outdoors; Scotland is just one...
14 tips how to throw le pique-nique extraordinaire in Scotland
Thinking of throwing a picnic party but don’t feel too savvy as a host or hostess? Don’t worry – picnics...
Scotland's National Parks in numbers
Find out more and plan a trip to Scotland’s National Parks now!