One-Week Scotland Road Trip from Edinburgh to Glasgow, Inverness, and Aberdeen

Your road trip adventure in Scotland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Edinburgh. You’ll stay in Edinburgh for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Edinburgh has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Royal Mile. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,405 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh, The Edinburgh Larder. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,804 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh is The Kitchin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,577 customers.

Locals recommend Bramble Bar & Lounge as one of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

Edinburgh also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Edinburgh is Makars Gourmet Mash Bar (Edinburgh). This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,814 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Edinburgh is Panda & Sons. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,617 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Dome. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,433 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Scotland!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in Scotland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Edinburgh. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Glasgow. You’ll stay in Glasgow for 3 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Edinburgh’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Edinburgh, start your day with a visit to the amazing Scottish National Gallery. This much-appreciated art museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,079 visitors. Each year, around 660,741 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Camera Obscura. This visitor centre and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,536 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre to make the most of your road trip across Scotland. The spectacular Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,926 visitors. Every year, around 238,542 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

The lovely Edinburgh Castle is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 90,949 visitors have left this castle average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Dean Village. This attraction is a village rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 13,727 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Edinburgh has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Glasgow. Glasgow offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Paesano Pizza. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 5,948 reviews.

The remarkable The Willow Tea Rooms is another top restaurant in Glasgow we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,255 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Mono is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,446 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Glasgow, the fantastic Òran Mór. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,385 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Stereo. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,954 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is The Anchor Line. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Scotland!

Day 3 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Edinburgh has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Edinburgh by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Edinburgh. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Edinburgh, like the extraordinary HMY Britannia. This attraction is a royal yacht and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,023 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Edinburgh is the spectacular Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. This attraction is a botanical garden and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,765 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing National Museum of Scotland. This national museum has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 45,476 visitors.

Holyrood Palace is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This official residence is a popular destination among visitors in Edinburgh. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,746 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Holyrood Park. Holyrood Park is an archaeological site and popular attraction in Edinburgh. More than 12,119 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Edinburgh does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Edinburgh on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Scotland, be sure to eat at Elia Greek Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,187 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Glasgow is the popular The Ivy Buchanan Street, Glasgow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Glasgow is La Lanterna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,068 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Mono is one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,446 customers.

The Citizen Glasgow is another of the most popular bars in the city of Glasgow. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,260 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Glasgow is The Piper Whisky Bar. The Piper Whisky Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,323 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Glasgow!

On day 4 of your road trip across Scotland, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Glasgow. You’ll stay in Glasgow for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the YOTEL Glasgow, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Glasgow. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 15,249 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Glasgow is the 5-star Kimpton Blythswood Square Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,451 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Glasgow is the 3-star Point A Hotel, Glasgow. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 8,586 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Glasgow, like the outstanding Glasgow Botanic Gardens. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,594 visitors.

Kelvingrove Park is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Glasgow. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,336 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Glasgow is the extraordinary Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. This art museum gets more than 1,037,594 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 19,580 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Riverside Museum. Around 16,799 visitors have given this museum an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Pollok Country Park. Pollok Country Park is a popular park, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,112 travelers.

Come to Glasgow prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Glasgow.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Chaophraya, after your day of exploring the city of Glasgow. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,386 customers.

Bothy Glasgow is another of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow is Ardnamurchan Scottish Restaurant & Bar. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 868 customers.

Locals recommend The Ivy Buchanan Street, Glasgow, one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Glasgow, Santa Lucia Merchant City Glasgow. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Alston Bar & Beef is also one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 785 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Scotland.

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Scotland. Today, you'll wake up in Glasgow and embark on a scenic drive to Inverness, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Glasgow before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Glasgow. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful George Square. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 20,066 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Glasgow Green. This attraction, a beloved stadium, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,762 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Stirling Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,632 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park. This zoo and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,922 reviews.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like River House. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 691 customers.

Locals also recommend The Mustard Seed Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Inverness. The Mustard Seed Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,671 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Dores Inn. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,195 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Rocpool to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Inverness, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 934 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Johnny Foxes. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Johnny Foxes has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,918 customers.

Black Isle Bar & Rooms is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,982 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Scotland, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 6 of your road trip through Scotland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Inverness and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Aberdeen. You will stay in Aberdeen for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Inverness is the amazing Eden Court Inverness. This attraction is a movie theater that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,725 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible castle, Urquhart Castle. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 21,979 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Inverness is the outstanding Clava cairns. This popular group and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,316 visitors.

The spectacular Fort George is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating barracks and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,606 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Cawdor Castle. This attraction is a popular castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,900 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Inverness by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Scotland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Aberdeen, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Maggie's Grill, one of the best restaurants in the city of Aberdeen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 587 customers.

Locals also recommend COSMO All You Can Eat World Buffet Restaurant | Aberdeen as one of the best restaurants in the city of Aberdeen. COSMO All You Can Eat World Buffet Restaurant | Aberdeen is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,555 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Aberdeen is The Silver Darling. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,130 customers.

After dinner, visit Miller & Carter Aberdeen, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Aberdeen. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,026 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Prince Of Wales. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,166 customers.

Alternatively, The Grill is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Aberdeen. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 881 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Scotland!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Scotland. Today, you'll wake up in Aberdeen and embark on a scenic drive to Edinburgh, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Aberdeen and Larbert before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Aberdeen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful The Kelpies. This attraction is a sculpture that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 27,904 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Falkirk Wheel. This attraction is a boat lift that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,951 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Larbert, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Edinburgh. When you arrive in Edinburgh you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Dishoom Edinburgh. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,852 customers.

Locals also recommend Miller & Carter Edinburgh City Centre, another of the best restaurants in Edinburgh. Miller & Carter Edinburgh City Centre is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Cafe Andaluz. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,019 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Whiski Bar & Restaurant to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Edinburgh, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,669 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Chaophraya Thai Restaurant. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Chaophraya Thai Restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,314 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Scotland, and look forward to more great days to come!

Day 8 of your road trip in Scotland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Edinburgh before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Calton Hill is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Edinburgh. This mountain and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 4,517 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Edinburgh and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Scotland.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Edinburgh at The Witchery by the Castle before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,766 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Howies Restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Edinburgh. The Howies Restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Howies Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,828 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Edinburgh. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Scotland!