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Ardkinglas Woodland Garden

Cairndow
Picture of Ardkinglas House, Argyll & Bute
Ardkinglas Woodland Garden covers 25 acres of hillside lying in a naturally sheltered pocket near the mouth of the River Kinglas but surrounded by wild Highland scenery. Paths throughout the garden offer a variety of walks to suit all abilities. The focus ... more
Tel (day) 01499 600261Fax + 44 (0)1499 600241

Ardnamurchan Point Visitor Centre

Acharacle
Picture of Ardnamurchan Point Visitor Centre, Argyll & Bute
The unspoilt Ardnamurchan Peninsula lies due west of Fort William. Its southern coast runs alongside Loch Sunart and the Sound of Mull. The northern coast looks towards the nearby islands of Muck, Eigg and Rhum. Both coastlines meet at Ardnamurchan Point, ... more
Tel (day) 01972 510210Fax 01972 510396

Arduaine Garden

Oban
Picture of Arduaine Garden, Argyll & Bute
Arduaine boasts spectacular rhododendrons and azaleas in late spring and early summer, but its perennial borders are magnificent throughout the season. Stroll through the woodland to the coastal viewpoint, or relax in the water garden. Seed sales more
Tel (day) 01852 200366

Balgonie Castle

Glenrothes
Balgonie
Balgonie castle is situated in the heart of the Kingdom of Fife and perched above the winding River Leven - home of the Laird, Lady and Younger of Balgonie and Eddergoll. In recent years Balgonie Castle has been undergoing a slow but detailed restoration ... more
Tel (day) 01592 750119Fax 01592 753103

Benmore Botanic Garden

Dunoon
Picture of Benmore Botanic Garden, Argyll & Bute
Magnificent mountainside garden steeped in history and surrounded by dramatic scenery. Benmore's 150-acres feature an avenue of Giant Redwoods, some of the tallest trees in Britain and a beautiful formal garden. more
Tel (day) 01369 706261Fax 01369 706369

Bennachie Centre

Inverurie
Picture of Bennachie Centre, Aberdeenshire
This car park is set in Scots pine woodland which surrounds the Information Centre (The Bennachie Centre). Several footpaths start from the car park and take you onto Mither Tap and also through the woods, including an all ability walk. Sculptures are ... more
Tel (day) 01466 794161Fax 01467 681470

Blair Drummond Safari Park and Adventure Park

Stirling
Picture of Blair Drummond Safari Park and Adventure Park, Stirlingshire
A visit to the park combines a mixture of driving through animal reserves then parking and walking through pets farm, playing in one of the many adventure areas, taking in the sea lion and falconry displays and visiting chimp island. There are many ... more
Tel (day) 01786 841456Fax 01786 841491

Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway

Bo'ness
Picture of Bo'ness & Kinneil Railway, Lothian
Savour the nostalgia of the railway age and travel by steam train from Bo'ness to the caverns at Birkhill - and visit Scotland's largest collection of locomotives, carriages, wagons and railwayana. more
Tel (day) 01506 825855 / 822298Fax 01506 828766

Bothwell Castle

Picture of Bothwell Castle, Ayrshire
In a beautiful setting by the River Clyde, Bothwell is Scotland's largest and finest 13th century castle. The castle featured prominently in the wars with England in the 14th century and then passed to the Black Douglases who were overthrown. more
Tel (day) 01698 816894

Brodick Castle Garden and Country Park

Isle of Arran
Picture of Brodick Castle Garden and Country Park, Highland
Brodick Castle's history can be traced back as far as the Vikings and both the Castle and Country Park offer heritage and nature. In the Castle, enjoy the impressive collection of sporting pictures and fine 17th century furniture. The gardens and Country ... more
Tel (day) 01770 302202Fax 01770 302 312

Brough of Birsay

Picture of Brough of Birsay, Highland
Pictish and Norse power-base with Pictish well, replica carving, extensive ruins of Norse houses and 12th century church. Open when tides permit 11 June to 30 September, Monday to Sunday 9.30am to 6.30pm. more
Tel (day) 01856 841815

Burns Monument

Ayr
Picture of Burns Monument, Ayrshire
In 1820, the foundation stone was laid with full Masonic honours by Alexander Boswell, son of James Boswell, the famous biographer. The monument opened to the public in 1823 and has since become a place of pilgrimage for admirers of Scotland’s National ... more
Tel (day) 01292 441321

Burns National Park

Alloway
Now fully restored to its original state, Burns Cottage forms the heart of Burns National Heritage Park - a unique encounter with Scotland's most exceptional man. Set among the delightful scenery of historic Alloway, Burns National Heritage Park is an ... more
Tel (day) 01292 443700

Caerlaverock Castle

Picture of Caerlaverock Castle, Ayrshire
Standing guard over the Solway Firth like a silent sentry, Caerlaverock Castle is an impressive landmark. With its moat, twin-towered gatehouse and imposing battlements, it is the epitome of the medieval stronghold. The castle is one of Scotland's finest.Visitors ... more
Tel (day) 01387 770244

Cairnpapple Hill

Picture of Cairnpapple Hill, Lothian
One of the most important prehistoric monuments in Scotland, Cairnpapple was used from about 3000 to 1400 BC as a ceremonial site in the Neolithic period, then several centuries later in the Bronze Age, as a burial site. The hill on which it stands affords ... more
Tel (day) 01506 634622
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Tourist Information

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Favourite Attractions

  • Scale Ben Nevis (there's a tourist route for non athletes).
  • Visit Stirling Castle in real Braveheart Country
  • Call in at Callendar's Rob Roy Centre to separate fact from fiction
  • Hop aboard the West Highland Railway for an unforgettable journey through Glen Nevis
  • Stroll through Angus' tranquil Glen Esk or Glen Clova
  • Our Dynamic Earth Centre: it's state-of-the-art, Edinburgh
  • People's Palace museum in Glasgow: a fun insight into the city's local history
  • Galloway Forest Park, for rocky glens and mountain lakes
  • Robert Burns Heritage Centre, and Burns' favourite pub, the Globe Tavern, Dumfries

Tourist Information

Aviemore
Grampian Road, Aviemore PH22 1PP
Tel : (01479) 810363. Fax : (01479) 811063
Post : Yes. Open: Jan - Dec.

Dumfries
64 Whitesands, Dumfries DG1 2RS.
Tel : (01387) 253862. Fax : (01387) 245555
Post : Yes. Disabled : Yes. Open: Jan - Dec

Dundee
21 Castle Street, Dundee DD1 3AA.
Tel : (01382) 527527
Post : Yes. Disabled : Yes. Open: Jan - Dec

Dunfermline
1 High Street, Dunfermline KY12 7DL.
Tel : (01383) 720999. Fax : (01383) 730187.
Post : Yes. Disabled : with assistance. Open: April - Oct

Edinburgh & Scotland Information Centre
3 Princes Street, Edinburgh EH2 2QP
Tel : (0131) 473 3800, Fax : (0131) 473 3849
Post : Yes. Disabled : Yes. Open: Jan - Dec

Glasgow
11 George Square, Glasgow G2 1DY.
Tel : (0141) 204 4400. Fax : (0141) 221 3524.
Post : Yes. Disabled : Yes. Open: Jan - Dec

John o'Groats
County Road, John o'Groats KW1 4YR.
Tel : (01955) 611373. Fax : (01955) 611448.
Post : No. Disabled : Yes. Open: April - Oct

Lanark Horsemarket
Ladyacre Road, anark ML11 7LQ.
Tel : (01555) 661661. Fax : (01555) 666143.
Post : Yes. Disabled : No. Open: Jan - Dec

Stirling (Dumbarton Road)
41 Dumbarton Road, Stirling FK8 2LQ.
Tel : (01786) 475019. Fax : (01786) 450039.
Post : Yes. Disabled : Yes. Open: Jan - Dec

St Andrews
70 Market Street, St Andrews KY16 9NU.
Tel : (01334) 472021. Fax : (01334) 478422.
Post : Yes. Disabled : with assistance. Open: Jan - Dec

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