6-Day Scotland Road Trip from Glasgow traveling east to Edinburgh and Inverness

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

Glasgow has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible George Square. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 19,433 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 Glasgow, Paesano Pizza. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,948 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow is The Anchor Line. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.

Locals recommend The Citizen Glasgow as one of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,260 customers.

Glasgow also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Glasgow is The Piper Whisky Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,323 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-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 Glasgow. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Edinburgh. You’ll stay in Edinburgh for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Glasgow’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Glasgow, start your day with a visit to the amazing Pollok Country Park. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,957 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Glasgow Botanic Gardens. This botanical garden and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,344 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Kelvingrove Park to make the most of your road trip across Scotland. The spectacular Kelvingrove Park is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,177 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Glasgow has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Edinburgh. Edinburgh 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 Makars Gourmet Mash Bar (Edinburgh). This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,814 reviews.

The remarkable The Edinburgh Larder is another top restaurant in Edinburgh we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,804 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous The Kitchin is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,577 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Edinburgh, the fantastic Panda & Sons. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,617 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bramble Bar & Lounge. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Scotland!

On day 3 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 The Torfin, 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 70 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Glasgow is the 5-star 21212. The hotel is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 235 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Glasgow is the 3-star Moxy Edinburgh Airport. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 8,923 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 like the outstanding Edinburgh Castle. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 88,569 visitors.

Camera Obscura is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a visitor centre and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary National Museum of Scotland. This national museum is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 43,662 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Royal Mile. Around 13,359 visitors have given this must-see tourist destination an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is a popular botanical garden, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,341 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 Bramble Bar & Lounge, after your day of exploring the city of Glasgow. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

The Dome 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 6,433 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow is Dishoom Edinburgh. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,852 customers.

Locals recommend Whiski Bar & Restaurant, 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,669 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Glasgow, Chaophraya Thai Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Inverness for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Holyrood Palace. This excellent attraction is an official residence that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,156 visitors.

Around 12,034 travelers rated this attraction with 4.8 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Scotland, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Scotland. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to The Kelpies for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a sculpture and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,191 visitors.

This outstanding boat lift has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,778 travelers.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Inverness.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Inverness, Black Isle Bar & Rooms. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,982 customers.

Locals recommend Scotch & Rye as one of the best restaurants in the city of Inverness. Scotch & Rye is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,381 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Inverness is MacGregor's. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Inverness, Hootananny. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,802 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Scotland with a toast!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Scotland. Today, you'll wake up in Inverness and embark on a scenic drive to Glasgow, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Inverness 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 Inverness. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Urquhart Castle. This attraction is a castle that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 21,604 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Wallace Monument. This attraction is a monument that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,541 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Stirling Castle. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,015 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park. This zoo and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,872 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like The Piper Whisky Bar. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,323 customers.

Locals also recommend Elia Greek Restaurant, another of the best restaurants in Glasgow. Elia Greek Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,187 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Ivy Buchanan Street, Glasgow. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Chaophraya to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Glasgow, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,386 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Santa Lucia Merchant City Glasgow. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Santa Lucia Merchant City Glasgow has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,038 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 in Scotland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Glasgow 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.

Glasgow Green is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Glasgow. This stadium and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,666 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Glasgow at La Lanterna before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,068 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Chaophraya for your last chance at a meal in the city of Glasgow. The Chaophraya restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,386 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Santa Lucia Merchant City Glasgow. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

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