Skip to content
Make It Scotland

Outdoor Activities

Loading... 70 results

Applied filters

Eilean Donan Castle

If Scotland had to choose a poster child, Eilean Donan Castle would be right up there with the Loch Ness Monster and a Highland cow in the running.

Free Activities Outdoor Activities Culture

Family friendly activities in Loch Lomond

Loch Lomond is perfect for families seeking adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable experiences. With stunning views, peaceful waters, and beautiful landscapes, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

Travel itineraries Walks Outdoor Activities

Family-Friendly Fun: 10 fun things to do in Aberdeen with kids

Looking for family fun in Aberdeen? From amusement parks to interactive museums and scenic parks, discover 10 exciting activities for a memorable day out with the kids!

Outdoor Activities Culture City Guide

From Coast to Uplands: Cycling routes in the Scottish Borders

Between the sea cliffs of Eyemouth and the rolling hills around Hawick lies some of the Borders’ best cycling country.

Free Activities Outdoor Activities

Glamping in Scotland

Glamping in Scotland has exploded in popularity, and it’s easy to see why.

Outdoor Activities Culture

Glencoe to Skye Itinerary

If Scotland had a greatest hits album, the road from Glencoe to Skye would be track one.

Free Activities Outdoor Activities Travel itineraries Walks

Hidden Dundee: 5 local secrets most visitors miss

Dundee doesn’t shout for attention. It doesn’t need to. The city’s quiet confidence sits in the details – the kind you only notice when you slow down, wander off the main drag, and listen to what the locals say when the tourists have moved on.

Culture City Guide Outdoor Activities

Hiking Ben Lomond

Hiking Ben Lomond was an unforgettable experience. Standing at 974 meters (3,196 feet), the views from the top were absolutely stunning, offering an incredible panorama of Loch Lomond and the surrounding landscape of the Trossachs National Park

Outdoor Activities Travel itineraries Walks

Isle of Skye: Things to Do, Where to Stay & Getting There

The Isle of Skye is Scotland's most famous island, a place of jagged mountains, sea cliffs and Highland legend. The largest of the Inner Hebrides.

Travel itineraries Outdoor Activities Food and Drink Free Activities Historical interest Culture

Lonach Highland Games

Scotland has no shortage of Highland Games. From Braemar to Cowal, these events attract thousands of visitors every year with a colourful mix of pipe bands, Highland dancing, heavy events and centuries-old traditions.

Culture Outdoor Activities

NC500 Family Activities Guide

The NC500 Family Activities Guide is built for families travelling the route with children and teens, whether you’re tackling it clockwise, anti-clockwise, or in bite-sized sections. It goes beyond the obvious and focuses on things families actually ask for: hands-on activities, adventure days, creative spaces, indoor options for wet weather, and reliable stops that break up long drives.

Free Activities Historical interest Outdoor Activities Walks City Guide Culture

North Coast 500 (NC500): the complete guide to Scotland's 516-mile road trip

The North Coast 500 is a 516-mile loop from Inverness Castle around the top of Scotland. What it is, the five sections, how long it takes, when to go, where to stay, and every guide we have written on it.

Travel itineraries Outdoor Activities

Northern Lights on the Isle of Skye

The Isle of Skye is one of the best places in Scotland to see the northern lights. The island sits at around 57 degrees north - far enough up the country to fall within the auroral zone on nights of strong geomagnetic activity.

Free Activities Outdoor Activities Walks

Pumpkin Picking in Scotland

Pumpkin patches have taken off in Scotland in a big way. No longer just about choosing the roundest orange squash, most farms now put on a full autumn show: hay bales, face painting, mazes, food trucks, and sometimes even spooky trails.

Outdoor Activities

Scotland Itinerary: 5, 7 and 10-Day Trip Plans

Planning a Scotland trip comes down to three decisions: how many days you have, which regions to focus on, and how much you want to drive.

Travel itineraries Outdoor Activities Walks Historical interest Free Activities Culture