Discover Scotland's heart and soul with the Scottish Cities & Mountains staycation. Taking you on a journey of heritage, this staycation explores two vibrant cities and travels north into the depths of The Highlands for an awe-inspiring, exhilarating, and culturally enlightening experience.
With three major stations- Glasgow Central, Queen Street and Argyle Street offering transport links into Glasgow and beyond, the city centre is easily accessible for those discovering Scotland. There is plenty to do and see in Glasgow, from retail immersion at the 'St Enoch shopping centre', 'Buchanan Galleries' and 'Princes Square', to an memorable night at 'The Arches', a unique bar, club, and arts venue. Restaurants are known for locally sourcing foods, serving delicious menus - our favourite eateries are the 'Ubiquitous Chip' and 'Rogano'. The city is beautiful to explore, bursting with culture and heritage, as well as a prime location to sample an array of whiskies! Learn more about Glasgow city at: https://www.jurysinns.com/hotels/glasgow/city-guide
Scotland's capital city, Edinburgh is a thriving city that oozes charm, history, and Scottish beauty. There are easy transport links to and from, with Edinburgh airport a short drive outside the centre, and Edinburgh Waverly station dropping visitors into the heart of the city. For some retail therapy, 'St James Shopping', 'Ocean Terminal', and 'Cameron Toll Shopping Centre' are Edinburgh's main centres for high street stores. The Grassmarket area is a prime spot for perusing independent boutiques, as well as offering a hub of cafes, restaurants, and bars. For a truly Scottish dining experience, Stack Polly Bistro on St Mary's St is highly recommended. The city is also a centre of culture, heritage, science, and arts, from dungeons to museums - discover a full list of attractions at: https://www.jurysinns.com/hotels/edinburgh/city-guide
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum houses one of Europe's great art collections. It is amongst the top three free-to-enter visitor attractions in Scotland and one of the most visited museums in the United Kingdom outside of London. From Natural History to Scottish Art, the museum has 22 themed galleries displaying an astonishing 8,000 objects. Learn more and plan your trip at: http://www.glasgowlife.org.uk/museums/kelvingrove/Pages/default.aspx
Ben Nevis (Scottish Gaelic: Beinn Nibheis) is the highest mountain in the British Isles. It is located at the western end of the Grampian Mountains in the Lochaber area of Scotland, close to the town of Fort William and is affectionately known as 'The Ben.' Immensely popular for walking, rock climbing, ice climbing and skiing, a visit to Ben Nevis is a Scotland must! For more information visit:http://ben-nevis.com/index.php
Stirling Castle is a great symbol of Scottish independence & a source of national pride. Knights, nobles and foreign ambassadors once flocked to the Royal Court to revel in the castle's grandeur - learn more about the history, walk in the footsteps of courtly life, and explore a truly impressive 16th Century castle. Read more at: https://www.stirlingcastle.scot/
Discover the awe-inspiring Buachaille Etive Mor, the most popular of the Munro Peaks. With breath-taking views and expansive landscapes, this peak is a highlands 'must' for walkers, trekkers, photographers, and lovers of natural beauty.
An impressive rock pinnacle that affords breath-taking views of the Isle of Skye, Old Man of Storr is one of the most photographed landscapes in the world. Perfect for walkers, trekkers, and climbers, 'Old Man' is a highlands treasure awaiting your discovery.
Loch Lomond is the largest body of freshwater in mainland Britain. A popular attraction for Scots and visitors alike, the Loch is ideal for boating, water skiing, bathing and picnicking, or just enjoying the unique atmosphere and scenery. The Trossachs National Park offers beautiful landscapes and plenty of activities too. Learn more and plan a visit at: http://www.lochlomond-trossachs.org/
With a dramatic clifftop setting, Robert Adam architecture, a fascinating history, and an extensive estate encompassing lush woodland, landscaped gardens and rugged coastline, this 18th-century Scottish castle is the perfect day adventure. For more information visit: http://www.nts.org.uk/CulzeanCastle
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is the largest arts festival in the world, taking place every August for three weeks in Scotland’s capital city. Discover a Edinburgh gem and join the celebration of arts and entertainment this summer. Find out more about the festival and this year's shows at:https://www.edfringe.com/
Edinburgh Castle dominates Scotland's capital city from its great rock. Its story has helped shape the nation's story. Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been inspired by it. Learn more about this iconic castle and plan a visit: https://www.edinburghcastle.scot/
The Queen's residence for one week a year, The Palace of Holyroodhouse is bursting with heritage, impressive apartments, and even an Abbey. Take a sneak peek into the world of the royals and their history with Scotland, and book a tour today:http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/visit/palace-of-holyroodhouse
Our Glasgow and Edinburgh hotels sit central to many of the attractions in the Scottish Cities & Mountains staycation, providing two convenient bases to explore all the locations on offer. Start preparing your perfect staycation by browsing the below distances and approximate travel times to each attraction from the closest city centre. We’ve also included a rough guide on how much time you might expect to spend at each location to make planning your trip that little bit easier!
| Attractions | Aprx Time Glasgow/Edinburgh* | Aprx Distance Glasgow/Edinburgh | Attraction Duration (excl travel time) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glasgow City | 0/1 hrs | 0/46 miles | 1 day |
| Edinburgh City | 1/0 hrs | 47/0 miles | 1 day |
| Culzean Castle | 1/2 hrs | 50/ 94miles | 2 hours |
| Kelvingrove Gallery & Museum | up to 0.5/1 hrs | 2/47 miles | 1 hours |
| Stirling-Castle | 0.5-1 hrs | 31/38 miles | 2 hours |
| Ben Nevis | 2.5/3 hrs | 116/151 miles | 1 day |
| Buachaille Etive Mor | 1.5/2.5 hrs | 84/108 miles | 1 day |
| Loch Lomond & The Trossachs | 0.5-1/1.5 hrs | 32/79 miles | 1/2 day |
| Old Man of Storr | 5 hrs | 224/242 miles | 1/2 day |
| Edinburgh Festival Fringe | 1/up to 0.5 hrs | 47/1 miles | 1 day |
| Palace of Holyroodhouse | 1.5/up to 0.5 hrs | 52/1 miles | 2 hours |
| Edinburgh Castle | 1/up to 0.5 hrs | 46/2 miles | 2 hours |
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