16 days in Scotland Itinerary
Created using Klarna Trips Scotland travel planner
Start: Glasgow
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Glasgow
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Edinburgh
— 3 nights
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Stirling
— 2 nights
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Dundee
— 2 nights
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Pitlochry
— 1 night
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Inverness
— 3 nights
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Glasgow
— 1 night
End: Glasgow
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Glasgow — 3 nights

Scotland's Style Capital
Get some cultural insight at Glasgow Cathedral and People's Palace and Winter Gardens. Your inner history buff will appreciate Culzean Castle and The Tall Ship Glenlee. Change things up with these side-trips from Glasgow: Dundonald Castle and Visitor Centre (in Dundonald) and Ayr (Robert Burns Birthplace Museum & Greenan Castle). Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at The Burrell Collection, test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, explore the engaging exhibits at Glasgow Science Centre, and head outdoors with Outdoor Activities.
For more things to do, reviews, and tourist information, read our Glasgow trip builder.
If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Glasgow International Airport, Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Edinburgh Airport. In May in Glasgow, expect temperatures between 59°F during the day and 44°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) so you can go by car to Edinburgh.
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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Glasgow International Airport, Glasgow Prestwick Airport and Edinburgh Airport. In May in Glasgow, expect temperatures between 59°F during the day and 44°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) so you can go by car to Edinburgh.
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Edinburgh — 3 nights

Athens of the North
Start off your visit on the 11th (Thu): learn more about the world around you at National Museum of Scotland, then explore the historical opulence of Edinburgh Castle, and then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St Giles' Cathedral. Here are some ideas for day two: examine the collection at Royal Yacht Britannia, then step into the grandiose world of Palace of Holyroodhouse, then steep yourself in history at The Real Mary King's Close, and finally wander the streets of Edinburgh Old Town.
For reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Edinburgh trip builder.
Drive from Glasgow to Edinburgh in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Edinburgh can reach 58°F, while at night they dip to 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Stirling.
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For reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Edinburgh trip builder.
Drive from Glasgow to Edinburgh in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Edinburgh can reach 58°F, while at night they dip to 43°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Stirling.
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Stirling — 2 nights

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Stirling Castle and Doune Castle. Popular historic sites such as National Wallace Monument and Old Town Cemetery are in your itinerary. Change things up with these side-trips from Stirling: Linlithgow Palace (in Linlithgow) and Callendar House (in Falkirk).
To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Stirling trip maker app.
You can drive from Edinburgh to Stirling in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Stirling are 58°F, while nighttime lows are 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can drive to Dundee.
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To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, go to the Stirling trip maker app.
You can drive from Edinburgh to Stirling in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Stirling are 58°F, while nighttime lows are 43°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Mon) so you can drive to Dundee.
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Dundee — 2 nights

Start off your visit on the 16th (Tue): stop by Time Lifestyle Boutique, get engrossed in the history at Discovery Point, then see the interesting displays at V&A Dundee, and finally get engrossed in the history at Verdant Works.
To find other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Dundee day trip planning site.
Getting from Stirling to Dundee by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 58°F, and evening lows to 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Pitlochry.
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To find other places to visit, traveler tips, maps, and tourist information, use the Dundee day trip planning site.
Getting from Stirling to Dundee by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 58°F, and evening lows to 48°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Pitlochry.
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Pitlochry — 1 night

Start off your visit on the 17th (Wed): brush up on your knowledge of spirits at Edradour Distillery, then stroll through Blair Castle & Gardens, and then don't miss a visit to Queen's View Visitor Centre.
For reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Pitlochry trip planner.
Getting from Dundee to Pitlochry by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Inverness.
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For reviews, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Pitlochry trip planner.
Getting from Dundee to Pitlochry by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Thu) to allow time to drive to Inverness.
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Inverness — 3 nights
Gateway to the Highlands
Museum-lovers will appreciate Morayvia and Castle Gallery. Get some cultural insight at Culloden Battlefield and Highland Archive Centre. There's much more to do: step into the grandiose world of Urquhart Castle, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Inverness Cathedral, explore the activities along River Ness, and get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.
For where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Inverness trip itinerary site.
Drive from Pitlochry to Inverness in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Inverness can reach 58°F, while at night they dip to 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) to allow time to drive to Glasgow.
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For where to stay, more things to do, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Inverness trip itinerary site.
Drive from Pitlochry to Inverness in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In May, daily temperatures in Inverness can reach 58°F, while at night they dip to 41°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) to allow time to drive to Glasgow.
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Glasgow — 1 night

Scotland's Style Capital
Start off your visit on the 22nd (Mon): see the interesting displays at The Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel, admire the masterpieces at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, and then take in the exciting artwork at The Glasgow School of Art.
To find photos, reviews, maps, and tourist information, read Glasgow online road trip planner.
Drive from Inverness to Glasgow in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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To find photos, reviews, maps, and tourist information, read Glasgow online road trip planner.
Drive from Inverness to Glasgow in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Mon) to allow enough time to travel back home.
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Scotland travel guide
A land packed with thousands of years of history, Scotland is home to numerous thriving cities and a vibrant population proud of its distinct culture, heritage, and art. The Scottish people are fond of saying "Good things come in small packages," and nowhere is that more true than in their compact homeland. Despite its relatively small size, the country is crammed full of attractions, not the least of which are numerous world-famous golf courses and whiskey distilleries. Though the sun may not always shine here, Scotland is a stunning country renowned for its dramatic scenery of mountains, valleys, hills, green fields, and rugged coastlines, guaranteeing a diverse holiday. While most tourists restrict their itinerary to the historic Highlands, where they search for the mysterious Loch Ness monster, you can also explore the Lowlands’ outstanding natural wonders and flourishing cultural scene.