Skip to Content

a long rectangular image split into four parts. a small sliver on the bottom is some tall bright green grass. Then a lake takes up the rest of the bottom half the photo before more land split the lake from the sky. On this bit of land sits an old school castle. The clouds in the sky take up the remainder of the photo

Read More about 10 Best Castles In Scotland You Can Actually Visit From Edinburgh

Driving through the Scotland Borders probably isn’t on the top of your list of things to do in Scotland, but it should be. The Scottish Borders are as impressive (if not more) than the Scottish Highlands. But what makes them better is that the Scottish Borders are more easily accessible to visit in one day …

Read More about One Day In The Scottish Borders (& Why It’s Better Than The Highlands)

North Berwick (that’s Berwick with a silent ‘W’) is the perfect coastal escape from city life. It was a recommendation from a local Scott we met while hiking Arthur’s Seat, and we were so happy we took his advice!

Like any proper Scottish town, you’ll find a golf course, castle ruins, and nature to enjoy. But what sets North Berwick apart is the outstanding coastal views and extensive sea life.

Read More about How To Spend A Day In North Berwick Scotland

Built in the mid 1300s, Tantallon Castle sits on the edge of the sea cliffs just outside North Berwick. It’s a must-do activity to see if you’re visiting this coastal city.

The only problem is that it can prove to be pretty hard to get to if you don’t have a car. I’ll take you through your alternative options: busing and walking.

Read More about How To Go From North Berwick To Tantallon Castle Without A Car