Campsites in Scotland
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Campsites in Scotland

From the islands to the highlands and remote mountain glens, Scotland will blow you away with its natural beauty, misty landscapes and cultural highlights. The imposing castles are just as captivating as the great cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh, which will captivate you with the Fringe, Hogmanay and Burns Night. From the lochs to the peaks, these campsites in Scotland offer the opportunity for some epic Scottish adventures.

282 campsites in Scotland

Glen Nevis Caravan and Camping Park, Fort William, HighlandsPlaceholder image
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Fort William, Highlands

4.76 /5

62 reviews

98%

would recommend

Family and dog friendly park with stunning views at the foot of Ben Nevis. Onsite restaurant/bar, shop and park!

2024 Winner of Best Campsite Highlands and Argyll
Tyndrum Holiday Park, Tyndrum, PerthshirePlaceholder image
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Tyndrum, Perthshire

4.62 /5

97 reviews

96%

would recommend

Camping, touring and glamping on The West Highland Way with mountain and river views. Family and dog friendly!

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Bonchester Bridge, Scottish Borders

4.95 /5

20 reviews

100%

would recommend

Peaceful, riverside campsite just a five minute walk from the village pub. Family and dog friendly too.

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Wick, Highlands

4.79 /5

78 reviews

95%

would recommend

Peaceful family and dog friendly site on the banks of the River Wick, conveniently situated along the NC500 route.

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Oban, Argyll

4.79 /5

56 reviews

100%

would recommend

Serviced pitches for tourers and deluxe glamping options with hot tubs and fire pits. Just 400m from a sandy beach!

2024 Winner of Best Glamping Site Highlands and Argyll

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Fort William, Highlands

4.7 /5

141 reviews

89%

would recommend

Riverside camping and touring with breathtaking mountain views. Ten minutes from Fort William and Glen Nevis.

2024 Runner up of Best Family Campsite Highlands and Argyll
Grandtully Station Campsite, Grandtully, Pitlochry, PerthshirePlaceholder image
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Grandtully, Pitlochry, Perthshire

4.89 /5

63 reviews

98%

would recommend

Peaceful campsite for outdoor enthusiasts, couples and families. Set along the River Tay, ideal for paddleboarding.

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Newbridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh and the Lothians

4.86 /5

121 reviews

98%

would recommend

Award winning family and dog friendly park. Open year round, just a 20 minute drive to Edinburgh centre.

2024 Winner of Best Caravan Park Central and Lowland Scotland
Blair Drummond Caravan Park, Stirling, Stirling and Forth ValleyPlaceholder image
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Stirling, Stirling and Forth Valley

4.84 /5

88 reviews

98%

would recommend

Family friendly site adjacent to Blair Drummond Safari Park with tents, touring and shepherd huts. Dog friendly.

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Winner
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Cobleland Campsite, Gartmore, Stirling and Forth ValleyPlaceholder image
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Gartmore, Stirling and Forth Valley

4.74 /5

149 reviews

94%

would recommend

Dog friendly, riverside camping and glamping, Within the Queen Elizabeth Forest Park, five minutes from Aberfoyle.

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Nairn, Highlands

4.86 /5

66 reviews

100%

would recommend

Award-winning family campsite with an onsite pond and paddleboarding available. Set by the North Coast 500 route.

2024 Runner up of Best Caravan Park Highlands and Argyll
Campsie Glen Holiday Park, Stirling, Stirling and Forth ValleyPlaceholder image
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Stirling, Stirling and Forth Valley

4.73 /5

33 reviews

91%

would recommend

Touring and glamping between the Campsie Fells and Fintry Hills. Onsite swimming pool, bar/bistro and fishing!

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Fort William, Highlands

4.87 /5

60 reviews

97%

would recommend

Award-winning family/dog friendly site in the heart of the Highlands. By the River Spean with views to Ben Nevis.

2024 Winner of Best Caravan Park Highlands and Argyll
Hensol Estate Holidays, Mossdale, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and GallowayPlaceholder image
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Mossdale, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway

4.84 /5

43 reviews

93%

would recommend

Dog-friendly camping and glamping on the edge of Galloway Forest Park, with onsite watersports and fishing too!

2024 Runner up of Best Campsite Central and Lowland Scotland
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Oban, Argyll

4.29 /5

67 reviews

75%

would recommend

Remote, family friendly park with sea views out to the Sound of Kerrera. Onsite shop, play park and dog walk!

Bunchrew Caravan Park, Bunchrew, Inverness, HighlandsPlaceholder image
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Bunchrew, Inverness, Highlands

4.53 /5

206 reviews

92%

would recommend

Waterside, family friendly park along the Beauly Firth, with 15 minutes of Inverness and Loch Ness. Dog friendly.

Braids Caravan Park, Gretna, Dumfries and GallowayPlaceholder image
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Gretna, Dumfries and Galloway

4.68 /5

26 reviews

96%

would recommend

Peaceful caravan park just a five minute walk from Gretna village. Onsite laundry and dog friendly too.

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Glencoe, Highlands

4.81 /5

95 reviews

93%

would recommend

Beautifully rugged campsite surrounded by mountain views and the River Coe flowing past.

West Highland Way Campsite, Blanefield, Glasgow, Glasgow and the Clyde ValleyPlaceholder image
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Blanefield, Glasgow, Glasgow and the Clyde Valley

4.33 /5

134 reviews

80%

would recommend

Situated directly on the West Highland Way, within reach of Glasgow. Dog friendly and open year round.

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Coldstream, Scottish Borders

4.72 /5

31 reviews

84%

would recommend

Peaceful, riverside camping, touring and glamping on the England and Scotland border. Just 20 minutes to the coast.

Linnhe Lochside Holidays, Corpach, Fort William, HighlandsPlaceholder image
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Corpach, Fort William, Highlands

4.44 /5

105 reviews

84%

would recommend

Dog friendly camping and touring by a peaceful loch in the Highlands with a private beach. On Jacobite train route.

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Leven, Fife

4.68 /5

99 reviews

92%

would recommend

Family and dog friendly site, a few minutes walk from the Fife Coastal Path. Onsite cafe and communal fire pit!

Port nan Gael Campsite, Isle Of Mull, ArgyllPlaceholder image
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Isle Of Mull, Argyll

4.75 /5

39 reviews

95%

would recommend

Family run camping and touring on the banks of Loch Scridain with sea views. Onsite pub/restaurant and shop!

2024 Runner up of Best Campsite Highlands and Argyll
Forth House Caravan Site, Upper Largo, Leven, FifePlaceholder image
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Upper Largo, Leven, Fife

4.64 /5

71 reviews

92%

would recommend

Peaceful adult only campsite, ideal for exploring Fifes Riviera, the East Neuk and St Andrews.

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Machrihanish, Campbeltown, Argyll

4.95 /5

25 reviews

96%

would recommend

Family friendly park with sea views and glamping pods. Next to a golf course, a five minute walk to the beach.

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Runner up
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Ruberslaw Wild Woods Camping, Denholm, Hawick, Scottish BordersPlaceholder image
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Denholm, Hawick, Scottish Borders

4.91 /5

27 reviews

100%

would recommend

Edwardian walled garden pitches, wild woods camping, and safari tents - in the beautiful Scottish Borders.

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Runner up
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The Galloway Steading, Newton Stewart, Glenluce, Dumfries and GallowayPlaceholder image
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Newton Stewart, Glenluce, Dumfries and Galloway

4.95 /5

15 reviews

100%

would recommend

Family and dog friendly ensuite glamping pods with hot tubs and fire pits. A five minute drive to the beach.

Auchenlarie Holiday Park, Castle Douglas, Dumfries and GallowayPlaceholder image
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Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway

4.5 /5

100 reviews

82%

would recommend

Seaside holiday park with a private cove beach. Swimming pool, bar/restaurant, live entertainment, arcade and more!

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Langholm, Dumfries and Galloway

4.78 /5

26 reviews

100%

would recommend

Simple, family friendly site, 45 minutes from Carlisle. Conveniently located on the A7 and dogs welcome.

Reraig Caravan and Camping, Kyle Of Lochalsh, HighlandsPlaceholder image
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Kyle Of Lochalsh, Highlands

4.75 /5

46 reviews

98%

would recommend

The perfect stopover for the Scottish Highlands, Isle of Skye and North Coast 500. Dog and family friendly.

Badrallach Campsite, Bothy and Holiday Cottage, Dundonnell, Garve, HighlandsPlaceholder image
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Dundonnell, Garve, Highlands

4.62 /5

55 reviews

95%

would recommend

Stunning lochside and dog-friendly campsite with a bothy, ideal for remote adventures, Munro-bagging and campfires.

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Peterhead, Aberdeenshire

4.52 /5

35 reviews

85%

would recommend

Family and dog friendly park set along an award-winning Lido beach for swimming. Onsite play area, shop and cafe!

Black Rock Caravan and Camping Park, Dingwall, Evanton, HighlandsPlaceholder image
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Dingwall, Evanton, Highlands

4.94 /5

10 reviews

100%

would recommend

Riverside site with fully serviced pitches and camping pods. Five minutes from a pub and 30 minutes to Inverness.

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Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway

4.9 /5

46 reviews

98%

would recommend

Peaceful camping and glamping site with a communal cookhouse. On the edge of the Galloway National Forest Park.

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Winner
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Barnharrow Holiday Pods, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and GallowayPlaceholder image
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Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway

4.93 /5

23 reviews

96%

would recommend

A family run scenic site with ensuite dog friendly pods overlooking the Galloway Hills. Wildlife on your doorstep.

2024 Runner up of Best Glamping Site Central and Lowland Scotland
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Tarbert, Argyll

4.72 /5

48 reviews

96%

would recommend

A tranquil park on the Kintyre Peninsula with touring, ensuite glamping pods and watersports on hand. Dog friendly.

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Crieff, Perthshire

4.58 /5

17 reviews

94%

would recommend

Fully serviced pitches, luxurious glamping with hot tubs and lodges set riverside. Campfires welcome.

Riverside Chalet and Caravan Park, Strathpeffer, HighlandsPlaceholder image
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Strathpeffer, Highlands

4.68 /5

41 reviews

98%

would recommend

Touring, camping and a cosy yurt in the centre of the Highlands, near the Munro mountains and Strathpuffer 24.

2024 Runner up of Best Adult Only Site Scotland
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Killin, Perthshire

4.82 /5

23 reviews

96%

would recommend

Glamping on the shores of Loch Tay, some with hot tubs and ensuites. Onsite water sports and a bar/restaurant!

2024 Winner of Best Glamping Site Central and Lowland Scotland
Foresterseat Holiday Park, Forfar, Dundee and AngusPlaceholder image
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Forfar, Dundee and Angus

Highly rated

Adult only camping, touring and glamping with an onsite restaurant/bar. Within 25 minutes of the coast and Dundee!

Auchenhean Pods, Lochwinnoch, Glasgow and the Clyde ValleyPlaceholder image
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Lochwinnoch, Glasgow and the Clyde Valley

4.76 /5

47 reviews

94%

would recommend

Luxury ensuite glamping pods with private hot tubs. Onsite sauna and plunge pool. In Clyde Muirshiel Regional Park!

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Kirriemuir, Angus, Dundee and Angus

4.88 /5

13 reviews

92%

would recommend

Luxury, adult only glamping pods with hot tubs in the Angus Glens. Onsite farm shop, cafe and nature trail!

2024 Winner of Best Adult Only Site Scotland
The Paddocks Touring Park, Bishopton, Glasgow and the Clyde ValleyPlaceholder image
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Bishopton, Glasgow and the Clyde Valley

4.75 /5

87 reviews

95%

would recommend

Family friendly touring park with a play park and award winning onsite restaurant and bar. Horse riding available!

2024 Runner up of Best Caravan Park Central and Lowland Scotland
Coiltie Glampod, Drumnadrochit, HighlandsPlaceholder image
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Drumnadrochit, Highlands

4.98 /5

19 reviews

100%

would recommend

Luxuriously furnished ensuite glamping pod with views to Loch Ness. Dog friendly.

2024 Runner up of Best Glamping Site Highlands and Argyll
Wild Oak Woods Eco Campsite, Sandyhills, Dalbeattie, Dumfries and GallowayPlaceholder image
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Sandyhills, Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway

Highly rated

Off-grid, eco campsite in a hidden valley surrounded by woodlands. A ten minute walk to Sandyhills Bay beach.

Cruachan Farm Caravan and Camping Park, Killin, PerthshirePlaceholder image
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Killin, Perthshire

4.28 /5

36 reviews

83%

would recommend

Peaceful camping, touring and glamping park by the shore of Loch Tay with rural views. Families and dogs welcome!

Loch Awe Camping Pods, Taynuilt, ArgyllPlaceholder image
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Taynuilt, Argyll

4.88 /5

13 reviews

100%

would recommend

Cosy camping pods with stunning views of Loch Awe and the mountains. Next door to a cafe, shop and pub!

2024 Outstanding Sites list
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Blacklunans, Blairgowrie, Perthshire

4.84 /5

18 reviews

100%

would recommend

Camping and exciting glamping, 15 mins from the Cairngorms. Hot tubs, friendly animals and plenty of activities!

2024 Runner up of Best Family Campsite Central and Lowland Scotland
Burrowhead Holiday Village, Isle Of Whithorn, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and GallowayPlaceholder image
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Isle Of Whithorn, Newton Stewart, Dumfries and Galloway

4.36 /5

9 reviews

89%

would recommend

Family friendly holiday park on a headland with sea views, an outdoor swimming pool, sauna, games room and more!

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Glasgow, Glasgow and the Clyde Valley

4.35 /5

19 reviews

79%

would recommend

Award-winning, family friendly site, a ten minute walk from Stepps town and train station, 15 minutes from Glasgow.

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Dalkeith, Edinburgh and the Lothians

4.72 /5

8 reviews

100%

would recommend

Family friendly camping in a country park 20 minutes from Edinburgh. Enjoy car free pitches and bell tents!

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Appin, Argyll

4.64 /5

59 reviews

98%

would recommend

Set on the shores of Loch Creran, a family friendly touring park with waterside views. Dogs welcome!

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Clackmannan, Stirling and Forth Valley

4.76 /5

66 reviews

95%

would recommend

Adults only, dog friendly small site with views over the Ochil Hills and farmland. A great stopover for the NC500!

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Kirknewton, Edinburgh and the Lothians

4.84 /5

15 reviews

100%

would recommend

Ensuite glamping pods with optional hot tubs, set close to Edinburgh, the Forth Valley and the Pentland hills.

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Banff, Aberdeenshire

4.47 /5

19 reviews

89%

would recommend

Tranquil and back to basics pop up camping site with countryside views and ten minutes to the beach. Dogs welcome.

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Gifford, Edinburgh and the Lothians

4.95 /5

13 reviews

100%

would recommend

Unique bus glamping with hot tubs, campfires and luxurious finishes. Dog friendly, just 30 minutes from Edinburgh.

2024 Camping & Glamping Award Runner up
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Girvan, Ayrshire and Arran

4.72 /5

16 reviews

94%

would recommend

Dog and family friendly glamping pods with hot tubs. Onsite play park and kitchen, ten minutes to Galloway Forest!

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Helensburgh, Argyll

4.82 /5

11 reviews

100%

would recommend

Family friendly park with views of Gare Loch and an onsite bar/restaurant, kids fun zone and live entertainment!

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Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway

4.75 /5

16 reviews

100%

would recommend

Peaceful adult-only site on a working farm with an onsite lake, dog friendly too! Ten minutes to Castle Douglas.

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Perth, Perthshire

4.98 /5

9 reviews

100%

would recommend

Bespoke luxury ensuite glamping pods with wood-fired hot tubs. A peaceful retreat, with spa treatments available!

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FAQ

The charm of mountains, glens, sweeping heather and uncrowded beaches makes Scotland one for any traveller's list. Don't miss Scotland's cracking castles, cosmopolitan cities and charming isles. There are hordes of great campsites and these 20 are some of the very best.

With its long and varied coastline, beach camping in Scotland is a favourite. Browse a list of beach and seaside campsites here.

The West Coast, the East Coast, Fort William, Aviemore and Glencoe are some of Scotland's most popular places to camp.

Around 40% of campsites in Scotland are open all year round. Browse a list of sites here.

The majority of campsites in Scotland are very pet friendly. Choose from a selection here.

A good number of campsites in Scotland are smaller sites - and you can see a full list here.

A wide range of Scottish campsites and holiday parks offer swimming pools. Browse a list of sites here.

Most Scottish campsites do welcome families, but a select number of campsites in Scotland are adult only. Browse a list here.

There are 180+ sites in Scotland offering glamping getaways. From lochside camping pods to luxury glamping with hot tubs, discover your next glamping getaway here.

Things to do when camping in Scotland

From the islands to the highlands and impressive sturdy cities to remote mountain glens, Scotland is a destination that will blow you away with its incredible natural beauty and fascinating cultural highlights. Forget the kilts, Loch Ness Monster and Irn-Bru, this welcoming country in the north of the UK has strong national identity, a rich history and offers visitors an incredible array of activities and adventures.

Don't Miss

  • Glasgow and Edinburgh
  • Isle of Mull
  • Isle of Skye
  • West Highland Railway Line

Classic cities and unmissable islands

Scotland has a huge number of historic buildings to explore and you will find yourself in awe over the amazing architecture on offer in this country. Don't miss iconic heritage buildings like Edinburgh Castle, Glasgow Cathedral and the intriguing Rossalyn Chapel, but there are hundreds more worth exploring.

The country's two fantastic main cities of Glasgow and Edinburgh both offer a wide range of cultural delights. Edinburgh is arguably the prettier of the two cities and hosts a number of festivals, including the world famous Edinburgh Festival. Impressive Glasgow is has an edgier arts and music scene – the first class Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum has one of the best collections of art in Europe.

Scotland has over 790 islands, around a 100 of which are inhabited, and visiting them is a real treat. Stunning scenery, amazing wildlife and fascinating island communities are the draws here. Some islands are easily reached and offer excellent tourist facilities, while some are very remote and off the beaten track. Most islands lie within the four main groups of Shetland, Orkney and the Inner and Outer Hebrides. The islands of Skye and Mull are justifiably popular with visitors.

The Scottish Highlands contain a number of mountain ranges and some absolutely gorgeous scenery, do not miss Glen Coe, a magical landscape of waterfalls, steep mountain peaks and deep river valleys.

Scotland is a heaven for whisky lovers and tours are available of many of the distilleries around the country where you can learn about the manufacturing processes and sample some of the world's finest tipples.

Unbeatable national parks

Scotland has a massive variety of landscapes, including two national parks: the Cairngorms National Park, a truly beautiful range of mountains and surrounding hills in the east highlands, and Loch Lomand and the Trossachs National Park which contains wild mountains and deep mysterious lochs. Add to these thousands of miles of coastline and the possibilities for outdoor pursuits seem limitless.

Walking and hiking are very popular ways to enjoy the views, and there are a good variety of national cycle routes if you would like to explore on two wheels. Mountain biking, climbing and even skiing are popular activities here.

With thousands of beaches of every kind, from remote island coves to wide sweeping bays, it will be no surprise that surfing, windsurfing, sailing, fishing and pretty much any water sport you can imagine can be enjoyed in the country - including coasteering and canyoning.

Scotland is known for golf and there are some world class links courses here including St Andrews, Turnberry and Muirfield.

There is a wealth of wildlife to see in the country. Highlights include sea eagles and whales from the Isle of Mull, ospreys around Loch Garten, puffins on the Isle of May and bottle nosed dolphins in the Moray Firth.

Castles, critters and kiddie adventures

With the all the fantastic landscapes and beautiful sandy beaches on offer, families have loads of options from swimming, cycling, and walking to sightseeing and just relaxing with a picnic.

There are a number of very well managed wildlife centres and parks around the country such as the fantastic Scottish Seabird Centre in North Berwick or the Highland Wildlife Park near Kingussie.

Kids love castles and Scotland has many of them, but Stirling Castle in particular makes for a fantastic family day out. This is one of Scotland's most important historical buildings and there is a whole section of exciting exhibitions that help bring history alive for children.

The National Museums of Scotland are all superb quality and will keep people of all ages entertained. These include the excellent National Museum of Scotland, Museum of Flight, Museum of Rural Life and the National War Museum. For more educational fun try the Glasgow Science Centre.

A ride on the Jacobite steam train on the West Highlands Line makes for a fantastic trip. This train line has been voted the world's most scenic rail journey, and takes you over the Glenfinnan Viaduct, which many will recognise from the Harry Potter films.