The 10 BEST PLACES to Visit in SCOTLAND (Travel Guide 2023)
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- Опубліковано 19 чер 2024
- The 10 BEST PLACES to Visit in SCOTLAND | Travel Guide 2023
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In this video, we're giving you the scoop on the 10 best places to visit in Scotland! From Edinburgh to Glasgow to Stirling, we've got you covered.
Scotland is a beautiful country and there's plenty to see and do in each of its cities and towns. In this video, we'll share with you our picks for the 10 best places to visit in Scotland in the year 2023. From romantic Scottish Highlands to charming small towns, we'll have something for everyone!
Whether you're a traveler looking for the best places to stay in Scotland or you're planning your first trip to Scotland, this video is a great resource!
Dive deep into Scotland's enchanting landscapes and rich heritage as we unveil the top 10 places that capture the very essence of this incredible country. From the bustling capital city of Edinburgh with its iconic architecture and Castle to the raw and rugged allure of the Scottish Highlands, every corner of Scotland offers something truly magical. Join us on this journey as we explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient castles, and vibrant cities. Wander through the history-rich streets of Glasgow, feel the academic pulse in St. Andrews, marvel at Aberdeen's unique granite sparkle, and immerse yourself in the ancient heritage of the Orkney Islands. Beyond the iconic sites, experience the heartwarming hospitality of the Scottish people and the age-old traditions that make Scotland a travel destination like no other. Whether you're a history buff, nature enthusiast, or just looking for an unforgettable journey, Scotland awaits!
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"timestamps"
00:00 Introduction
00:52 Edinburgh
02:12 Glasgow
03:19 Scottish Highlands
04:55 Stirling
06:25 Inverness
08:17 Isle of Arran
09:50 Dundee
11:31 St. Andrews
13:21 Aberdeen
15:18 Orkney Islands
Have you ever been to Scotland? Tell us about your trip and let's start a conversation!
And be sure to check out our Edinburgh Scotland Video Next!
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Hi, I have been exploring Scotland for over forty years and cannae get enough🏴🏴🏴🏴👍. You have missed out so MANY wee gems, understandable as it takes many visits to explore BONNIE SCOTLAND. BTW LOCH LOMOND AND TROSSACHS NATIONAL PARK is in the Highlands?!. Inner&outer Hebrides, Shetland, Bute, WEE Cumbrae, Moray coast, the Borders&Dumfries &Galloway
I live in scotland
I once visted a beautiful place known as the Buckie Triangle, I can't begin to tell the sights I saw.
@@user-or8ke9sz5hwth is that pfp 💀
I have probably seen more of Scotland than most Scotsmen. It is the most beautiful Country. I have done the NC500 3 times, 2 of them in mist. I have done Dunnet Head and JOG. If the Sun shines there is no better place. Do not go June, July or August, the Midges are relentless. I have yet to find a better road than the A82.
Visiting the Isle of Islay and Orkney islands were some of my favorite places to go when in Scotland.
Beautiful Scotland🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
It really is!
Right - I love Dundee as it's my home city, but I would not put it in the top 4 places in Scotland haha. I definitely would not put it above the highlands, edinburgh and glasgow haha. In my opinion, the top places are Glencoe, loch lomond and the trossachs (you can give stirling a miss), Cairngorms, and anywhere on the west coast. If you want see the real Scotland, avoid the big cities.
Amazing place
It really is! Thx for watching!
The clip of Edinburgh street at 1:30 is in Stirling, the street view of Stirling at 4:57 is Dublin, the drummers from 7:32 is not Inverness, 14:35 & 14:46 is not Aberdeen, 14:50 IS Aberdeen.
Scotland has somany beautiful places to visit. I love Isle of Skye in particular.
Scotland has so many beautiful places to visit
It sure does! Thanks for watching 💕😊
I am planning to visit Scotland next week.
I think personally that Edinburgh is the most beautiful place in Scotland. A very beautiful country!
This is my great lovely hello from Oman to Scotland. Special hello to Perth and all Scottish people lovely and friendly people. I hope to visit it again. My best wishes for all.
Went to Scotland this year. It was beautiful and I can't wait to go back. The history and geography are breathtaking ❤
We've lived in Scotland for the past 25 years and enjoy it immensely. You can have several seasons or climates in a single day over the vast sweep of the highland area where we stay. The day may begin with a springlike rain and mist, progress to sunshine and a hot summery afternoon, and end in a star-filled sky and evening around the woodburner that feels like winter's on the way. We began living in Fife at St. Andrews, moved to Edinburgh for the years my children were at university and retired to a village in Perthshire. All hugely interesting historically and truly beautiful, each in its own way. The scenery and wildlife are magnificent. The people are friendly with a great sense of humour and they love to celebrate at the drop of a hat. The only downside is that, if you aren't from here, you'll never be "Scottish" and will remain forever an outsider at some level. That we've yet to overcome and the precedents aren't good. Even so, I've no regrets and believe we picked a country where I'll be happy to live indefinitely.
Outstanding commentary! Thanks so much for your insightful perspective...and for watching 💕
What are winters like, especially in Edinburgh? I'm planning a visit then. (I've been in June already 😀)
This is strange, I lived in Northern Highland and am about to return home. We were always accepted as ‘locals’ as we embraced the Highland life 101%. I’m English by birth.
I know Scots who had problems moving from Edinburgh to the Isle of Mull and were never accepted. It somewhat depends on how rural the situation. More rural -- more closed. And, they were looked on as "a class above" in a society that's so strongly hierarchical. It also depends on what you're "embracing" as Highland life. If I were to jump into the drinks culture that would probably be another story. But I don't drink.
Cold, sloppy if there's been snow. But generally snow melts fast, the Council grits the streets and sidewalks, and the city keeps moving.@@bonniea8189
I've been to Scotland four times....We love the country.....I've been to all of the places you mentioned except Inverness, Aberdeen, Isle of Arran and Orkney Island....Some other small towns to visit are North Berwick beautiful coastal town with a golf course right on the coast and the Scottish Seabird Centre....The coastal town of Dunbar that is the hometown of John Muir and has a museum there honoring his work....The Melrose and Tweedank area...In Melrose you have the historic Melrose Abbey and at Tweedbank you have Sir Walter Scott's estate Abbottsford...Perth is a another nice visit you have Scone Palace and the Black Watch Tower Museum..
Thanks for the great insight! And thanks for watching!
Learned a lot from your perspective and education. Thank you very cool magical land
I have never been to Scotland. What a beautiful country with a rich heritage and cultural history!! Thanks for a great tour of the beautiful cities of Scotland!! I subscribed to your channel !!
Many thanks!
SCOTLAND FOREVER
I was in Scotland in 1991. I didn't have a lot of time there but Edinburgh was great and I really enjoyed being on a train and seeing the beautiful green countryside go by. I want to go back and hike in the highlands as well as visit some of the islands.
Thanks for sharing!
Lovely, I just found " Scottish hidden gems" too. Thanks
My wife and I both love Scotland, have visited there from Texas three times since 2019. Our first visit was well aided with the Explorer Pass from Historic Scotland (we bought ours at Edinburg Castle). It showed us many "off the beaten path" attractions to seek out. One of them was Bonawe Iron Works. Ironically, there were castle ruins that moved us more than Edinburgh Castle. Particularly, Urquardt Castle. Clava Cairns, which is close to Inverness, was also quite amazing. The historical abbey at Iona was magnificient, as was another stop on the same tour to see puffins on a high cliff. All of this was initiated from departing from Oban on a boat. Oban was wonderful to see, especially the Nori's Fish and Chips, and the gift shop at the Oban distillery. I hope we go back to Scotland soon. Like another person said, the Isle of Skye is staggering in its beauty. I could go on and on as I am reminded, and I have not seen a huge part of Scotland yet.
What about the Border or Sweetheart Abbeys??.🏴🏴🏴👍🏴
Or Arran or Mull or Outer Hebrides or Orkney or Colonsay or Shetland
You missed one very important point at st Andrew’s. You show the students & faculty walking in their red robes but you don’t say why. When I was there every Sunday morning they do this to pay tribute to the students and faculty who died tragically in the sea. It is a sight to behold with all that red marching to the sea
Facinating Insight! Thanks so much for sharing that!
I really enjoyed the video, it’s really interesting how you ranked each of these places, a somewhat unconventional choice of ranking placing Dundee, Aberdeen & Inverness above Edinburgh and Glasgow. The omission of the Hebrides and the North coast was also a bit surprising. There are so many places in Scotland worth a visit and many of them will be somebodies favourite spot
If any other viewers are planning a trip to Scotland I would suggest watching a good number of these types of video to form an opinion of where you’d like to visit as everyone has a different favourite and all views are subjective ( not in anyway a criticism of this video).
Thanks for watching!
I traced my heritage to Newhaven, Scotland. Yes, I have been to Edinburgh and Oban. Would love to return someday.
I hope you get the chance! Thanks so much for watching 🙌💕
I love oban❤
My husband & I visited the Orkeny islands in our camper a few years ago. We have to say it was one of the most beautiful trips we’ve ever had. There is so much to see I would certainly recommend a visit 👋👋
I totally agree!
Very nice place....
Edinburgh castle was amazing.
Plan to visit in June 24
Lovely video
Good on you, June 24th is very dear to us Scots..The battle of Bannockburn
Yes, I toured the Edinburgh area. I only wish that I had known then, that my fathers' side came from Dumfries and their Clan had its' own castle. I certainly would have like to see what remains of it. (Clan Maxwell). I loved what little I saw of my families' homeland.
I really enjoy this video 😊😊
Thank you a lot! Very interesring and picturesque!
Many thanks!
Glencoe in my ❤
The boat Trip to staffa on a shiny day!!🏴🇩🇪👍
Plan to visit Oct 2024. This was a great video of highlights to start our planning. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
What an enjoyable view and tour, to say that I plan to hopefully be there by end of Sept to 7th of Oct with relative and friends, doing the Bus tour arrangement I don't from what is seen here to what I will see then but I am sure it will have a lot of this, many thanks, Cheers!
Thanks so much for your kind words! I know you will have an amazing trip!
Hoot mon !
14:45 almost certain thats the habor of stonehaven 😅 and i think that because that is where i am right now
I've been to Edinburgh and Stirling, they're beautiful. I hope to return soon :)🥰
You're lucky 😊❤️
Hmmm…at about 4:41 you show a caber toss. That picture is from the Scottish Fest at the Orange County Fairgrounds in Costa Mesa, California USA. It’s a great festival which we attend every year.
I liked your vide , I will be travelling alone on 30th of July , will be visiting distillery
Oh, that sounds like an incredible trip! I hope you have a wonderful time! Thanks for Watching 😊💕
BTW, the opening drone shot of "Edinburgh" is actually the University of Glasgow!!
Thanks for letting me know, and thanks for watching!
I'm glad I read this comment! I like to locate scenes like this on Google Earth and was very frustrated when I couldn't find this anywhere near Edinburgh.
The East Neuk of Fife, with its small fishing villages, or Oban and other small places on the west ( Fort Williams, Fort Augustus, etc.) are some of my favourite places in mainland Scotland, still have to visit any of the islands. I am sure each and every one of them has its own charm!
Sounds Amazing 😊 Thanks for watching!
Skip Fort William.
I’d like to visit the Isle of Islay, as my favorite whisky is from there.
That sounds like a fantastic idea! The Isle of Islay is known for its stunning scenery and amazing distilleries.
Just 10
I have never been to any place in Scotland. I think Scotland is a beautiful and interesting country. Just hope and pray that one day I will be there to enjoy everything. Ameeennn...God Bless.
I hope so too!
Fantastic vlog realy showing how majestic Scotland is and great pronounciations, (sorry i'm Dislexic).
2 points though, the stunning beaches on the East coast, yep there are great beaches but the West coast has got wonderful beaches with palm trees. But they also have MIDGIES, horrid tiny flying blood suckers. In season you can see swarms so thick they can cover clothes so much you can not see the colour of shirt etc, these gits will get in your hair, ears, nose anywhere everywhere. They will suck leaving red lumps that are very itchy very like a Mosquito bight. I have found a dab of Tea Tree oil behind your knees, anckles around your middle, on your wrists, on your neck and in your hair on your scalp is the best way too put the sneaky wee gits off. A dab of the oil on a bite will help with the pain and help stop the itch, they are so bad locals will where a wide brimmed hat with a very fine net to make a vail to stop them getting to them, also rubber bands for your sleaves will help you servive.
MIDGS don't touch me now i think it's because i'v had loads of opperations and my blood is nasty now thanks to Morphine, Cyclizine, Ketamine etc.
The other point was to do with the East coast breaches , yes they are stunning BUT dip your toe in it for a split second and your toe will fall off. The water is what we do describe as Baltic, omg look but don't touch.
Great vid.
Wow, thanks so much for that insight! 💕
Come down to clydebank it's the most scenic place ever
I want to move to Scotland I researched that’s it cheaper than the US I’m like not feeling the US anymore I want a change of scenery and I would like to visit Scotland sometime I’ve heard many Americans like it there . I would like to have a fresh start for me and my wife .
Being a native Scot for more years than I care to mention, I'd have to say that Summer is my favourite day of the year. 😂
p.s. Gas (petroleum) is the equivalent of about $8 per gallon here. 🤯
@@user-xk4jx1xl7f oh Thank you for telling me about the gas prices, Gas is expensive I own an electric car I plan on moving there after my Military contract is done any good places I should check out that are good to live since you are from Scotland ?
Scotland is beautiful country
I agree! Thanks for watching 💕😊
Um, the first 2 clips of Stirling are not Stirling - it doesn't have a tram network and is about 40 miles from the coast.
Looks beautiful where ever it is😊 would love to visit one day from New Zealand 🇳🇿
@@hayley44448 hi 👋 hope you good 👍🏴😎
@jr5389 hi 👋 I'm great thankyou ☺️ 🇳🇿
Dreadful video - full of inaccuracies.
The University of Glasgow has also moved to Edinburgh apparently!
I would love to to see more and see my history of my last name my grandparents had to evacuate Scotland to United States my my date was very young at that age love to see more of the western part of Scotland where are some of the McDonald's where from in my family my brother was in is more important than I am he was named after my father I was named after my grandfather on my mom's side my dad was Scottish my mom is Jewish
We are going on a UK trip this summer. This video is very helpful--thank you!
Keep in mind that Scotland is a country far older than england. We don't associate it with the uk because of the genocide that was declared upon us (1745)...But glad if you visit and respect our history. britian is what romans basically referred to as that country (england) before it had a name. The Picts (Scottish) kicked the shite out of the romans who gave up and went back south...Scotland is a very welcoming country and not only has the oldest National flag in the world, but has a very very proud people and past. Let me know once you've been.. Saor Alba...Alba Gu Brath.
@@kawapilot Truly appreciate the tip and will make certain not to make that mistake!
So your doing england as well then? Where are you coming from?
Hi,
Enjoyed your video.
I was born in Edinburgh. I now live in Europe. I have subscribed and
I'll be looking out for more of your broadcasts.
Thank you 🎉
Awesome! Thank you!
@@WanderingWithPurpose 😘
You should add Ullapool to the list. It is a lovely little town in the mountains.❤
Added!
LOVE that you didn't use AI for audio! Thank You!
Glad you like it!
Other than the history of transportation at the Riverside Museum in Glasgow it is also notable as the only building in the UK outside of London designed by Zaha Hadid
That is Very Notible! Thanks for that 💕
Missed out the outer hebrides
I have covered every inch of Scotland nothing beats the islands for scenery 👍
Every ""inch""??!!!. That's quite ""impressive""!!!!!.👍🏴🏴
Every ""inch""??!!!. That's quite ""impressive""!!!!!.👍🏴🏴
What is the background music… I want it !
It would be nice to actually see Edinburgh Castle
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Orkney yes - but Aberdeen, St Andrews, Dundee, Inverness above the Highlands? No you got that massively wrong!
I visited Scotland about 10 years ago. My favorites were Isle of Skye and seeing Castle Lachlan located on the shores of Loch Fyne. Though in ruins, my ancestral castle gave me a sense of who lived there once upon a time. There is a modern castle built nearby. Scotland is a place I'd like to visit again someday.
Cutting a bit fast and loose with the videos in relation to the places discussed - I saw Edinburgh in almost every part, and Luss is nowhere near the highlands. Pronunciations a bit dodgy too. But this was a far more comprehensive video about Scotland than most, so congrats on that!
Try out glaswegian area devil's pool pit water flows blood🎉🎉
I would like to visit Scotland after watching this wonderful video.But I don`t know if it is possible, as I am from Ukraine.
I hope you get a chance to visit one day! Thanks for watching!
Scotland could use a couple of power washers.
history enthusiast
We're cut from the same cloth my friend! Thanks for watching!
SCOTLAND FOEVAH!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 🏴
I was in 2011 in scotland where i Go to the royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo inklusive the Highlands and i was in the Whisky distilariy where the trabby Car stand at the Front Door
No that was the only one that i was in scotland
The Trip was good bit the weather ITS a bit Special
Skye on the list? Incomplete list
I'll be sure to include that in my next Scotland Video! Thanks for watching 😊🙌
Scotland is almost like a Scandinavian country but stuck with England I feel
Thanks for watching 😊
As a Scot who lives in Scandinavia, I can assure you that Scotland and Scottish people are NOTHING like Scandinavia.
True Robin.
@@duncancallum it really isn't true. In what way is Scotland similar to Scandinavia?
@@sandersson2813 I’m not saying literally. The climate, the landscape and some of the architecture. I found Scottish people are more mellow and not so much in your face like poms or Irish. A Swede will apreciate that. 👍
Why did you display Glenfiddich while talking abt Heighland park and scape.?
My apologies, it was just a general example clip...I'll be more careful with small details like this in the future. Thanks for the feedback!
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you say highlands go to fort william close to ben nevis high mountion scotland and glen nevis downhill cycline olso bridge of harry potter and place bonnie prince charlie come on shore and ben nevis whisky and from there you can easy vist sky or donan castle one off moist famous off world from movie highlander so there are more wonderful places can you make special off 10 places to vist scots highlands ?
I'll do that!
visited Fort William years ago..I was curious and persuaded my husband to take a little road because I was interested to see where it went...narrow road and my husband was not happy...we saw great scenery, a lovely monument with stones for each of the clans(was told that was where the clans gathered to pledge allegiance to Bonnie Prince Charlie)? kept driving to small town, came to the top of a hill and the road just stopped, period, turn around,the village was Where you caught the ferry to the Hebrides. For many, many years my husband told the story about when his wife made him take the road to the end of the world!!!
Scotland gang
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Thanks for watching!
As an American that just found out that I have a lot of Scottish English and Irish DNA can you become a citizen of Scotland based on the amount of DNA you have?
No, you cannot become a citizen of Scotland based solely on the amount of Scottish DNA you have. Citizenship and residency requirements are typically based on legal and residency criteria rather than genetic or ancestral heritage.
Scotland is part of the United Kingdom, so citizenship processes and rights would fall under UK immigration rules. These rules typically consider factors like birthright, long-term residency, marriage to a UK citizen, and other legal pathways.
However, having Scottish ancestry could potentially aid in obtaining a UK Ancestry Visa, but specific criteria must be met. For example, one of the requirements for this visa is that you must have a grandparent who was born in the UK.
If you're interested in living, working, or becoming a citizen in Scotland (or anywhere in the UK), it's essential to consult the official immigration and visa guidelines or seek advice from an immigration attorney.
@@WanderingWithPurpose oh ok good to know.
You also have to learn Gaelic.
The last video I watched put Orkney at the very bottom. I want to go there & the Hebrides & all the other prehistoric places first, but I think I’m only ever going to be an armchair archaeologist! Erica❤
Why show Skye when taking about the Highlands?
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Hello!
I would say the order of importance should be reversed, ie Edinburgh first and Orkney last
Can u say me the name of this voiceover
send me an email merchantlane@hotmail.com
"Gaylic" in Ireland, "Gahlic" in Scotland.
Thanks for that!
I'd love to go to Scotland and stay in Nicola Sturgeons camper van! But obviously not with her in it.
LOL 😂
aye, she's a farter haha
Better off bunking with Susan Boyle.
Music is too loud hard to hear her!
Music is rly annoying I can barely concentrate on the content
I'm sorry you feel that way....but I'll definetely consider that in my next videos. Thanks for watching 💕
Why an Amercan komentator? I expect a scottish voice or at least an English one. Whats all this Americanizing of everything British.
I honestly didn't think about that...it's def a good suggestion. I'm American and am not a fan of Americanization of any culture as rich as Scottish or Brittish...I appreciate your feedback, Thanks for watching!
I thonk Scotland is massively overrated.
Its not THAT beautiful, and like a lot of countries, it is largely completely unremarkable.
Thanks for your honest opinion 💕
Scott Lind is da kulist kid in the world