Where is the best place to base in Scotland?


Where is the best place to base in Scotland? Stirling is Scotland's most historic city and offers so much. As a location, it provides a gateway to the Scottish Highlands and gives easy access to Edinburgh, Glasgow and the rest of the lovely lowlands, making it the best and most efficient base for exploring Scotland.


What is the best base to stay in Scotland?

Stirling is Scotland's most historic city and offers so much. As a location, it provides a gateway to the Scottish Highlands and gives easy access to Edinburgh, Glasgow and the rest of the lovely lowlands, making it the best and most efficient base for exploring Scotland.


Where is the prettiest village in Scotland?

The prettiest villages in Scotland
  • Anstruther, Kingdom of Fife. ...
  • Tobermory, Isle of Mull. ...
  • Cullen, Moray. ...
  • Lochcarron, Highlands. ...
  • Crovie, Aberdeenshire. ...
  • Dean Village, Edinburgh. ...
  • Kippford, Dumfries and Galloway. ...
  • Balmaha, Loch Lomond.


What is the only city in the Highlands of Scotland?

Inverness is known as the 'Capital of the Highlands', as the region's largest settlement and only city.


What is the less touristy part of Scotland?

The south-western regions of Galloway and Ayrshire might not be the most famous of places to visit in Scotland, but they are among my absolute highlights when it comes to scenery, outdoor activities and genuinely local experiences.