5 Places to Visit in the Scottish Highlands & Travel Tips with Trip.com

Known as the place closest to the sky. The island holds pristine coastlines where the sea meets the sky, expansive highlands devoid of human presence, rising layers of mountains, and grotesque cliffs and rocks. Feel the wildest romance and the spirit of nature here! On your way to the island via the A87 road, you’ll encounter the ancient ruins of Eilean Donan Castle standing out in the middle of the lake.

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This vast national park serves as the natural boundary between the rolling hills of the southern lowlands and the towering, rugged mountains of the highlands. Loch Lomond, the largest freshwater lake in the UK, is nestled among the mountains.

The valley is surrounded by rolling green hills, with lakes winding through it. It exudes a sense of grandeur and desolation under the mist. Heading north along the road, you’ll see the snow-capped peak of Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the UK, attracting numerous hiking enthusiasts every year.

Known as the “gateway to the Scottish Highlands,” this tranquil town serves as a resting place for travelers, with a relatively complete transportation network. Take the Harry Potter-themed steam train from Fort William to Mallaig and visit the towering Glen Finnan Viaduct🪄 standing amid the gorge.

Beyond the mysterious allure of the Loch Ness Monster legend, Loch Ness offers a paradise-like scenery with its lake and mountains. The highland capital city Inverness is located at the mouth of the River Ness.

Begin your Scottish adventure by taking the ScotRail train from Edinburgh Waverley or Glasgow Queen Street Station to Fort William. You can catch a return train from Inverness.

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