Other Things to See and Experience While Golfing in Scotland

Even though the main idea of Scotland golf vacations is to enjoy the game at some of the most scenic and spectacular golf courses in the world, it would be a shame not to visit other world-class attractions the country has to offer. Some of the visitors’ favourites include:

• Scotch Whisky Experience. After golf, whisky is probably the second most famous “product of Scotland”. One of the world’s most popular alcoholic beverages was not “invented” by the Scots, however, it was the Scots who created the perfect version of it. The Scotch Whisky Experience in Old Edinburgh enables you to learn more about this iconic beverage and of course, taste and shop the finest whiskies produced in the country.

• Edinburgh Castle. If you’ll be staying in or near the Scottish capital, you don’t want to miss the opportunity to visit the Edinburgh Castle. Sitting on top of the Castle Rock, the spectacular fortress dates to at least the 12th century when King David I made it his royal palace.

• National Museum of Scotland. While visiting Edinburgh and its top attraction, you are also recommended to plan to visit the National Museum of Scotland. Housing the country’s most important artefacts, the National Museum is the best place to learn more about the Scotland’s rich history. Admission to the Museum is free.

• Tour to the Highlands. A visit to Scotland is incomplete without a visit of the scenic Highlands. There are tours to the region’s most beautiful places from most parts of Scotland, including Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness, with their duration lasting from one to several days. Some of the most popular destinations include Loch Ness (and the Urquhart Castle), Isle of Skye, Applecross peninsula and Oban, to mention only a few.

• New Lanark. This beautiful village less than 2 miles from Lanark looks pretty much the same as it did back in the 18th century thanks to an extensive restoration programme that was completed only in the mid-2000s. Recognised as the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001, New Lanark is one of Scotland’s most visited attractions. It is estimated to attract nearly half a million visitors each year.

• St. Kilda. This remote archipelago is not particularly easy to reach, however, it is most certainly worth the effort. In addition to being home to a breathtaking landscape and some of the rarest and most impressive wildlife species, the archipelago is also home to spectacular archaeological sites, with the oldest ones dating back as far as prehistory.