2006-07-16 05:04:27 · 13 answers · asked by Anonymous in Travel ➔ United Kingdom ➔ Edinburgh
I didnt mean to make reference to Edinburgh but had to mention an area for the question
2006-07-16 06:46:38 · update #1
you can't beat the Isle of Skye for the scenery. it's breathtaking. Go by ferry from Mallaig to Armadale - much more picturesque than the bridge. You might be lucky enough to see dolphins. Mallaig itself is really pretty and there's some fantastic beaches along there too. Swing a wide berth round Fort William. It's horrible. But Ben Nevis is worth seeing, if you can see it for the mist.
Take Avon "skin so soft" to keep the midges away tho' They really are murder!
Have a great time
2006-07-16 05:12:06 · answer #1 · answered by Patchouli Pammy 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
There are so many wonderful places to see . I would aim for Ullapool on the banks of Loch Broom, a very pretty harbour, then head north towards Cape Wrath and Durness, you will pass some of Scotland's most stunning scenery, experience the turquoise blue waters and white sands of the amazing beaches. Each bend you go around brings new delights to the eye. The rock formations are stunning, near Scourie you will see the famous gneiss rocks which are the oldest on earth, they are black and pink.There are several places to stay in Ullapool, The RhiconnichHotel, about 14 miles south of Durness and overlooking Loch Inchard is a pleasant place. Once you leave Ullapool you need to ensure you have plenty of fuel and loads of nibbles in the car as places to eat can be very few and far between. I could go on forever, there is just so much beauty, if you require anymore info you can e-mail me.
2006-07-17 00:34:15 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take the train north to a little sort of village called Culrain. There is a haunted castle turned hostel there. Very cool. It's practically the only thing there except a few farm houses around. Good hiking trails, beautiful scenery, lakes, ghosts... Just try not to get there at night if you can. I did, and it was in the middle of a thunderstorm. I had to trek about 3 miles up this road (more like a path through the woods [wherewolves!!]) with a huge backpack and they didn't have any streetlights or anything to help you out getting there. It was very scary, to say the least. But once you get there it's worth it. Check it out!
2006-07-17 16:39:40 · answer #3 · answered by Persephone B 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you take the ferry from Oban to Mull.It is really unspoilt and well worth a week to explore.Travel to fionnport and take the ferry to Iona,the holy island and burial place for many Scottish kings.Of course Skye is the most beautiful Island in all of Scotland but I would give the Isle of Bi\ute a miss unless Mount Stuart is open.There is nothing to do there besides visiting the Victorian restroom.The castles in Argyll are quite wonderful especially Dunstaffnage and Kilchurn.
You must hire a car because many places of interest are difficult to access any other way.
2006-07-16 08:40:11 · answer #4 · answered by David S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Obans definatley the situation for you, there is an impressive shack on the quayside the place you may desire to purchase from the fisherman, head for the time of to Mull for a spectacular day trip, make a journey around the only bridge over the Atlantic and head to Seil Ilse and a visit on a velocity boat on Seafari, a short trip takes you to the main captivating small isle of Easdale the place you will get user-friendly yet scrumptious seafoodand savor various the main tranquil time you will spend everywhere. head off inland to smokeries and farm shops for only the final in Scottish nutrition. What are you waiting for?
2016-11-02 04:06:37 · answer #5 · answered by zubrzycki 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you can - try and get to the Isle of Skye for a day or two - fresh unpolluted air, great food and great people - if you don't leave Skye totally chilled out - there is something wrong with you! And don't be suprised if you feel tired the first day - it's FRESH air - I'm heading up there hopefully in October - have friends who live there so bed and board sorted!! Enjoy Scotland!
2006-07-16 05:12:19 · answer #6 · answered by dylan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's a big west coast. I live in Ayrshire and if you get the weather I wouldn't see past it. Excellent golf for all standards and criss crossed by cycle tracks. Further north, Oban, Glencoe, Inveraray. Most accommodation will have leaflets telling you about attractions. If you go to Ayrshire try to get across to one of the islands, Arran Bute or Great Cumbrae.
2006-07-16 08:27:51 · answer #7 · answered by David R 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Iona, Skye, Isle of Mull, Inverewe Gardens, Ben Nevis, Loch Lomond
Purchase a green, Michellin Guide for Scotland.
It is the best with clear maps and rated attractions. It mentions great places that many other guides leave out, like Inverewe Gardens. It's never let me down. I treat it like gold.
2006-07-16 08:50:17 · answer #8 · answered by Buffy 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Firstly start near Ayr and just go up the coast from there. Edinburgh however is not too far from the west coast-60 miles ish.
2006-07-16 05:26:45 · answer #9 · answered by Thinker 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ayr is well worth a look - there is nice places to stay, eat and socialise. Also, if you are into horse racing (or just socialising) there is a big race meeting mid-september. In terms of the islands, arran, mull and skye are my favourites. they are just beautiful.
Glasgow is good to visit too.
hope you get nice weather!
2006-07-16 06:57:13 · answer #10 · answered by andreea 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋