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The Scottish Borders
The Scottish Borders is perfectly positioned as perhaps the easiest destination in Scotland to reach; Edinburgh & The Lothians lie to the north, Dumfries & Galloway to the west, and Northumberland in northern England to the south.
Explore the rolling hills and open countryside and picturesque coastline, full of spellbinding abbeys, awe-inspiring stately homes and castles, and the time-honoured and truly unique Common Ridings.
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A tip from your local expert
VisitScotland Information Centre
© VisitScotland / Kenny Lam
Help and advice
You can also get advice from our accredited iKnow partners, with excellent local expertise, travel advice and insider tips about must-see attractions and great accommodation in the local area.
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The Green House
© VisitScotland / Luigi Di Pasquale
Places to eat
With its lush landscapes and fertile farmlads, the Scottish Borders have plenty of fresh produce and delicious local food to enjoy.
Smailholm Tower
Things to do
Lose yourself amongst the spectacular scenery of the Scottish Borders and experience a wonderful array of things to see and do.
The Great Tapestry of Scotland
© Great Tapestry of Scotland / Phil Wilkinson
Unique experiences
The Scottish Borders is full of unique history and tradition, from Common Riding events to its textile heritage.
The Cheviot Hills
Tours, routes and trails
Check out our ideas for short breaks and trails to explore the wider region.
Mounted riders during Selkirk Common Ridings
Events
Find out what's going on across the Scottish Borders, from sporting activities to music and festivals.
Explore further
The south of Scotland is full of beautiful landscapes and attractions to discover.
See South Scotland
Make brand new memories and visit the Scottish Borders and Dumfries & Galloway on your next adventure
Visit Berwickshire Coast
Get inspired to explore the fresh and rugged coastline on the Visit Berwickshire Coast website
Go Tweed Valley
Explore lush woodlands and rolling landscapes on the Go Tweed Valley website
Visit Kelso
Explore the Visit Kelso website to find out more about this picturesque town in the Scottish Borders.
