Best Scotland Day Trips & Things to Do

Take a Historic Edinburgh Tour

Many tourists who take tours of Scotland start in its capital – beautifully elegant Edinburgh. Catch a panoramic view of the city from any of the seven rocky hills that it flows over. Photographers, get your cameras ready because every vantage point gives you that "perfect shot!"

Dubbed the "Athens of the North", Edinburgh's rich culture and architectural marvels provide some of the most intriguing stops in your tour of the country:

• see medieval history on display at the impenetrable bull-nosed Castle Rock

• travel along the Royal Mile running from Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyrood House

• hop aboard an air-conditioned mini-coach and go sightseeing to magnificent gardens and castles as well as the world-famous Princess Street

• join an expert storyteller on a ghosts and ghouls tour into Edinburgh's mysterious past

Venture Out on a Day Trip from Edinburgh to the Highlands

The region around Edinburgh holds a myriad of locations for you to visit, each with its own unique history and interesting tales about those who lived there. Your experienced and knowledgeable local guides will fill you in on all the best stories and folklore about each place you visit.

Start out on your fantastic Scotland tours from Edinburgh by booking day trips out to

• beautifully unspoiled Loch Lomond National Park and the medieval stronghold of Stirling Castle

• now world-famous for its golf, The Kingdom of Fife is the ancestral home of the Scottish monarchs

• aptly named Loch Awe and a stand of towering mountains are the setting for the magnificent ruins of Kilchum Castle

Explore the Amazing Loch Ness and Search for Nessie

The scenic Scottish Highlands hold one of the most famous lakes in the world – Loch Ness. Even better known is the creature affectionately called Nessie, thought by many to be living in its depths.

Fort Augustus lies at the southern end of the loch and you are sure to hear some amazing tales about Nessie-sightings from the locals. By the end of the tour you may have your own fantastic Nessie-sighting tale to tell – so keep a sharp look out!

Discover the Amazing Isle of Skye

A vivid mountain backdrop sets the stage for what is possibly the most beautiful location in the country. Visitors are left in awe of the rocky slopes of the imposing Cuillins, the mountains that dominate this region.

Be prepared to have your breath taken away by the enigmatic rock formation of the Old Man of Storr; the mesmerizing waterfall at Kilt Rock; and the charming castle of Dunvegan. They make the perfect setting for the myths and legends you will be entertained with as you learn about the rich history of the island and surrounding region.

Join One of the Most Scenic Tours of Scotland from London, Edinburgh, or Glasgow

Apart from day trips from Edinburgh, you could also consider opting for a Scotland tour package that takes you all over Scotland. Scotland tours from London and Scotland tours from Glasgow feature amazing tours of the city before you head off on your multiday Scottish adventure.