Where should I go after Edinburgh?

If you want to visit another city then the logical choice is Glasgow which is by far Scotland’s largest city and the hub for culture, music, the arts, nightlife, parks, shopping and museums. It also has access to some of the country’s most stunning scenery in the Loch Lomond and Trossachs area.

Where should I go after visiting Edinburgh?

16 Top-Rated Day Trips from Edinburgh

1. Stirling Castle. Stirling Castle.
2. Loch Lomond and the West Highlands Castles. Loch Lomond and the West Highlands Castles.
3. Loch Ness and the Scottish Highlands.
4. Outlander Film Locations Day Trip.
5. Linlithgow Palace.
6. St.
7. National Mining Museum Scotland.
8. Melrose Abbey and Rosslyn Chapel.

What day trips can you do from Edinburgh?

Edinburgh Day Trips: 15 Best Day Trips from Edinburgh Scotland

• Rosslyn Chapel.
• Glasgow.
• St. Andrews, Dundee, & Fife Villages.
• Outlander Filming Sites.
• Loch Lomond & the Trossachs National Park.
• Whisky Distillery Tours.
• Cairngorms National Park.
• Loch Ness.

Which is the most beautiful part of Scotland?

10 Awesomely Beautiful Places to See in the Scottish Highlands

1. Ben Nevis.
2. Glen Coe. Glen Coe is Scotland’s most famous, and most romantic glen.
3. Cairngorms.
4. Loch Ness.
5. Isle of Skye.
6. Loch Sunart.
7. The Trossachs.
8. Ullapool.

How many days are enough for Edinburgh?

For first time visitors, we recommend spending at least two or three days in Edinburgh, which will give you enough time to explore the city centre and see the main sites.

Is sterling worth visiting?

Visiting Stirling is essential for those interested in Scotland’s tumultuous history. Getting there is easy and you’ll find the trip very worthwhile.The population of Stirling is roughly 92,000. There are few places so small yet steeped in so much history.

What area is Falkirk in?

11 km²

How do I get to St Andrews from Edinburgh by train?

Travelling by rail
The nearest railway station to St Andrews is Leuchars, situated around six miles from the town. The station facilities include 24-hour parking, a waiting room and taxi rank. Those travelling to St Andrews by train should take the Edinburgh to Dundee or Edinburgh to Aberdeen line to Leuchars.

What is the best month to go to Scotland?

The best time to visit the Scottish Highlands is from June to August. Summer temperatures are best for exploring the Highlands, however, with Scotland’s location so far up north on the globe, don’t expect a traditionally hot summer. During the country’s warmest month (August), highs rarely surpass the 70-degree mark.

Where is the warmest part of Scotland?

The Gulf Stream brings warm winds to Scotland’s west coast. You can find palm trees in the Highland coastal town of Plockton. Dundee is Scotland’s sunniest city, with an average of 1,523 hours of sunshine per year.

How many days do I need in Scotland?

We recommend you allow 9 – 10 days in Scotland for a satisfying tour of the country’s diverse scenery and history. A 10 day itinerary, such as the Best of Scotland tour plan, would let you spend: 2 days in Edinburgh walking the historical streets and enjoying the cosmopolitan buzz.

Is Edinburgh or Glasgow better?

Glasgow is far bigger that Edinburgh and not as “touristy”. It’s got great shopping and loads of pubs/clubs. It’s well known for it’s architecture and it’s (free) museums and galleries. Edinburgh is the capital city of Scotland and has a snaller, more compact city centre.

Can you see the northern lights in Edinburgh?

See the Northern Lights
If an aurora is strong, it can occasionally be seen in the capital. Some of the best vantage points in Edinburgh include Calton Hill, Blackford Hill and Arthur’s Seat. Staying up into the wee hours of the morning will increase your chances of a sighting.

What can couples do in Edinburgh?

Most Romantic Things to Do in Edinburgh

• Filmhouse. Tollcross/Lothian Road.
• Portobello Beach. Portobello/Joppa/Musselburgh.
• Palace of Holyroodhouse. Old Town.
• Camera Obscura and World of Illusions. Old Town.
• Coco Chocolate. Portobello/Joppa/Musselburgh.
• St Bernard’s Well. Stockbridge.
• The Cadies and Witchery Tours.
• Rosslyn Chapel.

Is Stirling Castle good?

Stirling Castle is well worth a visit and it rates alongside Edinburgh Castle as a tourist attraction. There is a lot to be discovered in the castle, but one of the highlights is the Great Hall, which has been restored to its 16th century splendour.

Is Elgin worth visiting?

There are very few visitors to this corner of the world, but well worth the visit for its picturesque surroundings and to witness one of the tallest surviving great towers in Scotland.

Is Inverness pretty?

Inverness is a beautiful, small city with a population of just 70,000, located on Scotland’s northeast coast, where the River Ness meets the Moray Firth inlet of the North Sea. Its Old Town features cathedrals and churches from the 18th-century, and there are a handful of incredible castles in and around Inverness.

Is Falkirk poor?

Estimates indicated 6430 youngsters (22.7 per cent) in the Falkirk area were living in poverty in 2014/15 – households which had a median income below 60 per cent after housing costs were taken into account. However, in 2019/20 that figure shot up to 6980, or 24.8 per cent.

Is Falkirk worth visiting?

Easily accessible by road between Edinburgh, Glasgow or the Scottish Highlands, the rich cultural area around Falkirk in central Scotland is well worth a visit. Historically a meeting place between the Highlands and Lowlands, this region has long been a central pillar of Scottish trade.

Is Falkirk safe?

Crime and safety
Prospective homebuyers will be pleased to know that crime rates in Falkirk are reassuringly low and the town is a safe place to live.

Is St Andrews worth visiting?

There is plenty you can visit, including the St Andrews Cathedral, St Andrews Castle ruins, pier, botanic gardens and general historic architecture throughout the town. Even the university buildings are worth a visit, especially St Salvator’s Quad and St Mary’s College.