Choose from 155 Fun Things to Do in Scotland
Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve
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Bruichladdich Distillery
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Arduaine Garden
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Ben Nevis
At 4,409 feet (1,344 meters), Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the British Isles, a status which makes it a popular destination for climbers. The most frequently used route to the summit is via the Pony Track which begins at Achintee, just outside of Fort William, but even that takes up to nine hours for a round trip and is not recommended for complete beginners.
Thankfully the area also offers a huge range of less arduous activities, including fly fishing, golf, mountain bike riding, pony trekking, kayaking and lowland walking. Pick up a guide in Fort William and set out on one of the numerous well-marked paths, many of which will offer majestic views of Ben Nevis. There's also a popular cycling route along the Caledonian Canal.
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Fort William, the closest town to Ben Nevis, can be reached from Glasgow via the scenic West Highland Railway.
Bealach na Ba Pass
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Blackness Castle
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British Golf Museum
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Brodick Castle
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Angus Folk Museum
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Ardbeg Distillery
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Aberdour Castle
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Blair Castle
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Bowmore Distillery
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Barry Mill
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Alnwick Castle
- Alnwick Castle is ideal for history buffs, families, and Harry Potter fans who want to see the real-life setting for Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.
- Castle tickets are valid for an entire year from the date of visit.
- There is a café on the castle grounds.
- The castle estate is only partially accessible to wheelchair users.
Benromach Distillery
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Buchanan Street
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Arthur's Seat
- Bring a camera to capture the panoramic city views from Arthur’s Seat.
- Wear sturdy footwear with good grip as the rocky, uneven terrain can be slippery—particularly after rain.
- Visitors often become hot during the hike, and it can be cold and windy at the top. Wear layers that can be easily removed/added as needed.
- Arthur’s Seat is not wheelchair accessible.