Friends enjoying a night out in Ashton Lane in the West End of Glasgow
City Breaks in Scotland
Plan your perfect Scottish city break, with everything from award-winning attractions and rich culture to delicious local food and drink. It's easy to extend your city stay and travel to the gorgeous countryside to see castles, lochs, mountains and more.
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Meet the 8 cities in Scotland
Looking over Edinburgh from Holyrood Park
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is Scotland's capital city and is usually known for its terrific annual summer festivals and unbeatable Hogmanay celebrations. Explore on foot to see the architecture of the city centre, visit the best attractions and dine out at a different eatery every day for the perfect Edinburgh city break.
Finnieston Crane and Clyde Arc on the River Clyde
Glasgow
A cool city filled with music, Glasgow has around 130 events taking place every week in theatres, bespoke concert venues, bars, boutiques and more. Take the Subway or bus around the city for plenty of free museums, galleries and city parks.
Perth Museum - The New Home of the Stone of Destiny
Perth
An hour north of central Scotland, Perth is known as the 'Fair City' thanks to its stunning setting on the banks of the River Tay. Visit the new Perth Museum, the home of legendary Stone of Destiny, and discover an array of shops, galleries and cafés. Head north to the majestic Highland Perthshire, home to Royal palaces, adventure sports and beautiful landscapes.
Stirling Castle
Stirling
Tucked in-between Edinburgh and Glasgow, Stirling has seen its fair share of battles. Discover the history of the country at Stirling Castle, the National Wallace Monument and the Battle of Bannockburn visitor centre. It's also a great base for exploring Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park.
Inverness Cathedral
Inverness
Inverness is our most northerly city and still just 3-4 hours from Edinburgh and Glasgow. It's the Highland capital so not only can you enjoy city culture but you can also easily visit Loch Ness, drive the North Coast 500, or watch for dolphins rising from the waters of the Moray Firth.
Tay Whale scuplture, Dundee waterfront gardens
Dundee
Just an hour and a half's from Edinburgh and Glasgow, Dundee makes the most of its waterfront location on the River Tay. Home to the fascinating V&A Dundee, the city is a cultural hotspot with a fun, friendly vibe. It's also a great choice for families.
David Welch Winter Gardens in Duthie Park, Aberdeen
Aberdeen
A couple of hours north and east of central Scotland, Aberdeen is a city by the sea with a rich maritime history. Take a wander around to admire the sparkling granite buildings, and enjoy the culture of its attractions, shops and eateries, and even the beach.
Dunfermline Abbey
© VisitScotland / Luigi Di Pasquale / Welcome to Fife
Dunfermline
Scotland's newest city, Dunfermline is in Fife, just north of Edinburgh. Find a range of ancient buildings and attractions that will take you back in time from Dunfermline Abbey and Palace, and the Andrew Carnegie Birthplace Museum, to Pittencrieff Park. It's an ideal city for families and solo travellers alike.
The Port of Leith distillery
What's new
Scotland's cities always have something new for you to explore from distilleries to luxury hotels. If you’re planning a city break to Scotland, make sure to add these to your list.
