The Scottish Highlands Attractions
Our list of noteworthy The Scottish Highlands attractions and places to see in The Scottish Highlands, from the must-see tourist landmarks to the top local attractions.
Glencoe
Glencoe offers some of the finest landscape in Scotland, indeed the whole of the UK, where dramatic mountains sweep down to glens (valleys) until they meet ... Continue Reading »
Orkney Islands
The wild, windswept Orkney Islands lie off the northernmost tip of the British mainland (at around the same latitude as Stockholm) and are noted for their ... Continue Reading »
Isle of Islay
Known as the Queen of the Hebrides, Islay is Scotland’s fifth-largest island and lies off the country’s west coast in the Inner Hebrides. Avid birdwatchers ... Continue Reading »
Bannockburn
As every Scot knows, Bannockburn was where King Robert the Bruce led Scottish forces to victory over a much larger English force led by Edward II in 1314. ... Continue Reading »
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 ... Continue Reading »
Eilean Donan Castle
Originally built in the 13th century as a defense against Vikings, Eilean Donan Castle is one of Scotland’s best-known architectural treasures. It last ... Continue Reading »
Melrose Abbey
Even in its ruined state Melrose Abbey exudes an air of authority. The site, a product of the 12th century ecclesiastical building boom, was built for the ... Continue Reading »
