7-Day Scotland Road Trip from Dundee to Edinburgh and Glasgow

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

Dundee has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Dundee Contemporary Arts. This attraction is a movie theater and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,206 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 Dundee, Gidi Grill Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 614 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dundee is Tickety Boo's. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 990 customers.

Locals recommend Bird & Bear as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dundee. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

Dundee also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dundee is Trades House. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,466 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-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 Dundee. 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 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Dundee’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Dundee, start your day with a visit to the amazing The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,478 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating RRS Discovery. This barque and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,446 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Magdalen Green railway station to make the most of your road trip across Scotland. The spectacular Magdalen Green railway station is a former railway station that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 853 visitors.

The lovely Dundee Law is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,351 visitors have left this mountain average ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Baxter Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,293 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dundee 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!

Day 3 of your road trip through Scotland gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Edinburgh and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Glasgow. You will stay in Glasgow for 3 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Edinburgh is the amazing Royal Mile. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,359 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible national museum, National Museum of Scotland. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 43,662 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Edinburgh is the outstanding HMY Britannia. This popular royal yacht and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,564 visitors.

The spectacular Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating botanical garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,341 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Dean Village. This attraction is a popular village that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,065 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Edinburgh by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Scotland. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Glasgow, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Paesano Pizza, one of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,948 customers.

Locals also recommend The Anchor Line as one of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow. The Anchor Line is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow is The Citizen Glasgow. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,260 customers.

After dinner, visit The Piper Whisky Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,323 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Scotland!

On day 4 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Glasgow, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 2 nights left in Glasgow.

Today you'll explore the city of Edinburgh. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is Holyrood Park. This incredible attraction is an archaeological site and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 12,034 visitors.

Holyrood Palace is another popular attraction you'll visit in the city of Edinburgh. This spectacular attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,156 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Edinburgh is Camera Obscura. This amazing attraction is a visitor centre and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,133 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the outstanding Edinburgh Castle. This castle and place of interest is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 88,569 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in Scotland to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Glasgow.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow, like The Piper Whisky Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,323 customers.

Elia Greek Restaurant is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Glasgow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,187 customers.

Locals enjoy The Ivy Buchanan Street, Glasgow, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Glasgow. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow, Chaophraya. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,386 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Santa Lucia Merchant City Glasgow. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through Scotland!

On day 5 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 Novotel Glasgow Centre, 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 1,586 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Glasgow is the 5-star Hotel Du Vin Glasgow. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,408 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Glasgow is the 3-star Premier Inn Glasgow Cambuslang M74, J2A.

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 Glasgow Botanic Gardens. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,344 visitors.

Kelvingrove Park is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,177 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary George Square. This square is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 19,433 reviews.

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 La Lanterna, after your day of exploring the city of Glasgow. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,068 customers.

Chaophraya is another of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,386 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow is Santa Lucia Merchant City Glasgow. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Locals recommend Alston Bar & Beef, 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 785 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Glasgow, The Spiritualist Glasgow. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers.

Max's Bar & Grill is also one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Dundee for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Falkirk Wheel. This excellent attraction is a boat lift that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,778 visitors.

Around 27,191 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 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 Wallace Monument for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a monument and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,541 visitors.

This outstanding castle has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,015 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park. This attraction, a stunning zoo, has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 7,872 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dundee, Rancho Pancho. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 636 customers.

Locals recommend Tailend Dundee as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dundee. Tailend Dundee is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dundee is Porters Bar & Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Dundee, The Bank Bar Dundee. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Draffens. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 352 customers.

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

Day 7 of your road trip in Scotland is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Dundee 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.

Slessor Gardens is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dundee. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 859 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Dundee at Mozza Dundee before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Tahini for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dundee. The Tahini restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Milas. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 290 customers.

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