Scotland is filled with special and surprising
experiences just waiting to be explored. From wonderful island
wildlife to decadent castles and galleries at the heart of the
city, you are sure to find something unique wherever you decide to
travel.
Try surprising regional flavours with
highlights including the Selkirk bannock and Cullen Skink or take
advantage of some excellent seasonal flavours at local restaurants.
Play a round of golf amid astonishing scenery along the Ayrshire
coast or head north to uncover nature's own theatre.
Surprise yourself in Scotland with some of our suggestions, and
uncover your very own authentic experience.
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Restaurant Andrew Fairlie
Perthshire
Visit Scotland's only two Michelin-starred restaurants and try Chef Fairlie's signature dish of 'Smoked Lobster'.
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56.283386
-3.752183
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The Peat Inn
The Kingdom of Fife
Visit The Scottish Restaurant of the Year 2010 and taste chef Geoffrey Smeddle's outstanding dishes using the freshest Scottish produce.
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56.27744
-2.884844
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Braidwoods
Ayrshire & Arran
Husband and wife team Keith and Nicola Braidwood gained experience in some of Britian's best establishments before opening their own fantastic restaurant.
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55.694939
-4.74259
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Knockinaam Lodge
Dumfries & Galloway
One of only 11 Michelin-starred hotels in Scotland, Knockinaam Lodge's stunning food complements its beautiful, boutique rooms perfectly.
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54.828172
-5.074829
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21212
Edinburgh & The Lothians
Run by chef Paul Kitching, the restaurant is named after its 5 course gourmet menu which offers a choice of two courses at the main stages of the meal.
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55.956738
-3.18016
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Number One
Edinburgh & The Lothians
Enjoy executive chef Jeff Bland's creative Scottish dishes at Number One, located in Edinburgh's stunning Balmoral Hotel.
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55.952657
-3.189613
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Restaurant Martin Wishart
Edinburgh & The Lothians
Chef Martin Wishart is famous for his splendid seafood dishes created by combining classic French techniques and fresh, Scottish produce.
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55.975514
-3.170172
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Kitchin
Edinburgh & The Lothians
Chef Tom Kitchin uses only the freshest Scottish produce to create spectacular dishes that uphold the restaurant's ethos - From Nature to Plate.
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55.977026
-3.172733
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Boath House
The Highlands
The Boath House Hotel won AA Scottish Hotel of the Year 2010 and head chef Charles Lockley's fabulous food matches these high standards with four AA Rosettes and a coveted Michelin star.
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57.58049
-3.807685
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Inverlochy Castle
The Highlands
Choose from three dining rooms at Inverlochy, admire the period furniture and sample modern cuisine.
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56.848083
-5.049332
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The Albannach
The Highlands
At the Albannach Hotel you will find an authentic Highland experience as the restaurant only uses organic, local produce and is even served on plates made by a local craftsman at Highland Stoneware Pottery.
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58.152764
-5.256802
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Kinloch Lodge
The Highlands
Enjoy Kinloch Lodge's delectable dishes whilst admiring the breathtaking views over the stunning Isle of Skye.
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57.17457
-5.797875
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Sangster's
The Kingdom of Fife
Visit the Kingdom of Fife's first Michelin-starred restaurant and experience chef Bruce Sangster's seasonal Scottish cuisine.
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56.190725
-2.818779
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Castle Terrace
Edinburgh & The Lothians
Castle Terrace restaurant is the sister restaurant of The Kitchin in Leith and has won great acclaim since its opening in June 2010.
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55.947095
-3.202605
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Martin Wishart at Loch Lomond
Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs
Martin Wishart, behind Martin Wishart restaurant and Cook School in Edinburgh, has created a fine dining restaurant in Cameron House Hotel on the banks of Loch Lomond.
Loch Lomond.
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56.013477
-4.611145
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Glenapp Hotel
Ayrshire & Arran
Enjoy delectable seasonal dishes at Glenapp Castle hotel's fine-dining restaurant, run by Head Chef Adam Stokes.
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55.084138
-4.988492
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Cruachan Power Station
Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs
Visit the generating hall of this hydroelectric power station, a vast subterranean cavern containing four immense generators which produce electricity from the water of Loch Awe.
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56.3945084
-5.1161756
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Skara Brae
Orkney
The historic village was only fully excavated in the 1930s and its date of origin was confirmed in the1970s.
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59.048983
-3.335556
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Maeshowe Chambered Cairn
Orkney
Maeshowe was designated part of the Heart of Neolithic Orkney World Heritage Site in 1999, along with Skara Brae.
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58.958306
-3.224844
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Callanish Standing Stones
Outer Hebrides
The island of Lewis is home to Scotland's most historic stone structure.
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58.199781
-6.736565
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The Dwarfie Stane
Orkney
The Dwarfie Stane is carved out of a huge block of Devonian Old Red Sandstone and can be found between the settlements of Quoys and Rackwick on Hoy.
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58.88456944440
-3.31428888889
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Ardnamurchan Point
The Highlands
Isolated peninsula with a lighthouse in the Scottish Highlands.
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56.727020975474346
-6.2258148193359375
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Arisaig
The Highlands
Excellent location for spotting a variety of whales.
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56.911036
-5.842353
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Chanonry Point
The Highlands
Dolphins are often visible from Chanory Point, particularly on an incoming tide.
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-4.093437194824219
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St Andrews
The Kingdom of Fife
Known as the home of golf, St Andrews is home to one of the oldest courses, the Old Course.
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56.339316
-2.796500
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Musselburgh
Edinburgh & The Lothians
The East Lothian town of Musselburgh has a long association with golf and the course, designed by the legendary James Braid, is of championship standard
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55.947253
-3.046131
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St Andrews Old Course
The Kingdom of Fife
The Old Course is the Home of Golf where the game was first played 600 years ago.
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56.343565
-2.802351
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Royal Aberdeen
Aberdeen City & Shire
Royal Aberdeen is the sixth oldest golf club in the world and the course is one of the finest links layouts you’ll ever encounter.
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57.178227
-2.083712
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Fraserburgh
Aberdeen City & Shire
Fraserburgh is the fifth oldest golf club in Scotland and the seventh oldest in the world. This James Braid masterpiece is a coastal classic.
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57.677104
-1.994727
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Kingarrock
The Kingdom of Fife
Kingarrock is only ten miles from the Old Course in St Andrews and is worth visiting for the experience of golfing with old hickory clubs.
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56.295103
-3.005029
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Muirfield
Edinburgh & The Lothians
Muirfield is home to the Honourable Company of Edinburgh Golfers and its course is a world-famous Open venue.
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56.041998
-2.821405
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Cupar
The Kingdom of Fife
Ten miles west of St Andrews, Cupar Golf Club was founded in 1855 and is probably the oldest 9-hole club in the world.
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56.310526
-3.007421
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Ye Olde Golf Tavern
Edinburgh & The Lothians
This historic tavern on the edge of Bruntsfield Links was founded in 1456.
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55.939977
-3.203373
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Birnam Oak
Perthshire
The ancient Birnam Oak is the last survivor of Birnam Wood, made famous by William Shakespeare's Macbeth.
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56.531499
-3.538491
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Hermitage Walk
Perthshire
For a relaxing riverside stroll through ancient woodland, soak up the history and scenic beauty on the Hermitage Walk by Dunkeld.
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56.5656472
-3.5862611
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Explorers Garden
Perthshire
To hear exciting tales and admire beautiful plants from across the world, head to the Explorers Garden in Pitlochry.
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56.697977
-3.735199
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Cateran Trail
Perthshire
This scenic 60 mile walk starts and finishes in Blairgowrie, and is named after the marauding cattle thieves who wreaked havoc in this area for centuries.
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56.592767
-3.338982
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Loch Leven Heritage Trail
Perthshire
Loch Leven Heritage Trail is a superb trail linking natural, historic and cultural heritage around Loch Leven, from Kinross Pier to RSPB Vane Farm.
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56.201739
-3.409796
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Scottish Seabird Centre
Scottish Borders
The Harbour, North Berwick, EH39 4SS
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56.061402
-2.717398
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Isle of May
Edinburgh & The Lothians
During the summer months, between April and September, you can take a boat trip to the Isle of May to witness more that 200,000 seabirds including puffins.
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56.18683945944164
-2.55706787109375
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St Kilda
Outer Hebrides
Stone tools found on Hirta (the largest island in the St Kilda archipelago) suggest that Bronze Age travellers may have visited St Kilda some 4,000 to 5,000 years ago.
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57.8172
-8.5767
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Kinlochlaich Tree House
Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs
Cosy-up by the tree house's log burning stove and admire the beautiful views from your balcony.
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56.566011
-5.356355
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Fernie Castle Tree House
The Kingdom of Fife
Find the tree house hiding in six towering sycamore trees in a stunning woodland.
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56.324429
-3.112232
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Dalhousie Castle and Spa
Edinburgh & The Lothians
Try your hand at falconry in the castle's extensive grounds or relax with a book in one of the beautiful libraries.
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55.860771
-3.082472
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Stobo Castle and Spa
Scottish Borders
Treat yourself to an indulgent stay in one of Stobo Castle's lavish suites.
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55.617541
-3.321490
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Blue Reef Cottages
Outer Hebrides
The cottages come complete with a picnic hamper, golf clubs and bikes so you can explore the island with ease.
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57.831723
-7.034115
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Bressay Lighthouse
Shetland
Bressay Lighthouse can be reached via a five minute ferry crossing from Lerwick. It combines spectacular views and wildlife spotting opportunities with historical sites.
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60.113461
-1.100006
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Eshaness Lighthouse
Shetland
Watch the sea spray around the Eshaness Cliffs, created by the mighty Atlantic swell as it crashes up huge sections of black volcanic rock jutting out of the shoreline.
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60.504836
-1.587353
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Kinloch Lodge
The Highlands
Skye’s only Michelin-starred restaurant is also one of only seven restaurants in Scotland to be awarded the Michelin Guide’s ‘Red Grapes’ for their wine list.
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57.181625
-5.807097
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Talisker distillery
The Highlands
Visit the only distillery on Skye, set on the shores of Loch Harport with dramatic views of the Cuillins.
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57.297875
-6.358681
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Jacobite Steam Train
The Highlands
Described as one of the Great Railway Journeys of the World you too can enjoy some of the most breathtaking and beautiful scenery in Scotland.
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56.78494
-5.329381
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Glenfinnan Viaduct
The Highlands
The viaduct was built in 1897–1901 by the engineer Sir Robert McAlpine. It has 21 arches, reaching as high as 100 ft (30 m). A plaque at the base of one of the arches commemorates the centenary of the viaduct.
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56.821563
-5.524044
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Glencoe Photography
The Highlands
Join a photgraphy safari and discover the hidden delights of Glencoe, from the lost valley and Ossian's Cave to the Pap of Glencoe and Buachaille Etive Mor, and capture these amazing sights through a camera lens.
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56.674813
-5.133424
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Islandscape Photography
Argyll, the Isles. Loch Lomond, Stirling & the Trossachs
Discover the magical Isle of Mull and recieve expert photography tuition.
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56.621852
-6.070278
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Inverness
The Highlands
Experience and photograph some of the most iconic landscapes in the Highlands.
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57.450507
-4.240430
