9 days in Scotland Itinerary
Created using Inspirock Scotland trip itinerary planner
Start: Bristol
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Glasgow
— 2 nights
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Aberdeen
— 3 nights
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Dundee
— 1 night
Train
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Inverness
— 2 nights
Fly
End: Bristol
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Glasgow — 2 nights
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Scotland's Style Capital
Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is known for its cultural heritage and the friendliness of its people.On the 12th (Sun), steep yourself in history at The Tall Ship Glenlee, take an in-depth tour of Hunterian Museum, then take an in-depth tour of Scotland Street School Museum, then get engrossed in the history at People's Palace and Winter Gardens, and finally explore the galleries of Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre. On the 13th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the world behind art at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, then examine the collection at The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel, then get engrossed in the history at Scottish Football Museum, and finally take in the exciting artwork at Scottish Design Exchange.
For where to stay, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Glasgow trip itinerary planning app.
Bristol to Glasgow is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. In February, daily temperatures in Glasgow can reach 8°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can go by car to Aberdeen.
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Aberdeen — 3 nights
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Flower of Scotland
The powerhouse of the northeast, Aberdeen is a prosperous urban center fueled by a thriving petroleum industry.Visit The Tolbooth Museum and Huntly Castle for their historical value. Step off the beaten path and head to Peterhead Prison Museum and Slains Castle. Change things up with these side-trips from Aberdeen: Admiralty Gateway (in Peterhead), Dunnottar Castle (in Stonehaven) and East Aquhorthies Stone Circle (in Inverurie). There's still lots to do: stop by Old Aberdeen, engage your brain at Aberdeen Science Centre, stop by Teasel & Tweed, and see the interesting displays at Aberdeen Maritime Museum.
For traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Aberdeen trip planning tool.
Traveling by car from Glasgow to Aberdeen takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Aberdeen can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can go by car to Dundee.
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Dundee — 1 night
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Dundee, officially the City of Dundee, is the fourth-largest city in Scotland.On the 17th (Fri), stroll the grounds of Howff Cemetery, see the interesting displays at Dundee Museum Of Transport, examine the collection at V&A Dundee, then examine the collection at The R&A World Golf Museum, and finally explore the world behind art at Dundee Contemporary Arts.
To see other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Dundee holiday builder tool.
You can drive from Aberdeen to Dundee in 1.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In February, plan for daily highs up to 7°C, and evening lows to 2°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Inverness.
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Inverness — 2 nights
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Gateway to the Highlands
Inverness, often described as the Gateway to the Highlands, is a thriving commercial and industrial center.On the 18th (Sat), don't miss a visit to Culloden Battlefield, delve into the distant past at Clava Cairns, take an in-depth tour of Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, take in nature's colorful creations at Inverness Botanic Gardens, then walk around Ness Islands, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Inverness Cathedral, steep yourself in history at Urquhart Castle, steep yourself in history at Beauly Priory, examine the collection at The Highlanders' Museum (Queen's Own Highlanders Collection), then sample the tasty concoctions at Black Isle Brewery, and finally don't miss a visit to Chanonry Point.
To see other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, go to the Inverness vacation builder app.
You can drive from Dundee to Inverness in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect little chillier evenings in Inverness when traveling from Dundee in February, with lows around 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Sun) to allow time to fly back home.
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Scotland travel guide
A land packed with thousands of years of history, Scotland is home to numerous thriving cities and a vibrant population proud of its distinct culture, heritage, and art. The Scottish people are fond of saying "Good things come in small packages," and nowhere is that more true than in their compact homeland. Despite its relatively small size, the country is crammed full of attractions, not the least of which are numerous world-famous golf courses and whiskey distilleries. Though the sun may not always shine here, Scotland is a stunning country renowned for its dramatic scenery of mountains, valleys, hills, green fields, and rugged coastlines, guaranteeing a diverse holiday. While most tourists restrict their itinerary to the historic Highlands, where they search for the mysterious Loch Ness monster, you can also explore the Lowlands’ outstanding natural wonders and flourishing cultural scene.
