7-Day Scotland Road Trip from Glasgow to Stirling and surrounding area

Your road trip adventure in Scotland begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Glasgow. You’ll stay in Glasgow for 5 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 20,066 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 Willow Tea Rooms. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,255 customers.

Locals recommend Mono as one of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,446 customers.

Glasgow also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Glasgow is Òran Mór. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,385 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Glasgow is Stereo. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,954 customers.

Locals also enjoy The Anchor Line. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,659 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Scotland!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Glasgow has to offer. Cherish the 4 nights you have left in Glasgow by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Glasgow. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Glasgow, like the extraordinary Victoria Park Pond. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,238 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Glasgow is the spectacular Riverside Museum. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,799 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum. This art museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,580 visitors. Up to 1,037,594 people visit this popular attraction every year.

Kelvingrove Park is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This park is a popular destination among visitors in Glasgow. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,336 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Glasgow Botanic Gardens. Glasgow Botanic Gardens is a botanical garden and popular attraction in Glasgow. More than 12,594 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Glasgow does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Glasgow on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Scotland, be sure to eat at Elia Greek Restaurant, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,187 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Glasgow is the popular The Ivy Buchanan Street, Glasgow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Glasgow is La Lanterna. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,068 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Mono is one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,446 customers.

The Citizen Glasgow is another of the most popular bars in the city of Glasgow. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,260 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Glasgow is The Piper Whisky Bar. The Piper Whisky Bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,323 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Glasgow!

Day 3 of your road trip across Scotland is another day in the magnificent Glasgow. You now have 3 nights left in Glasgow. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Glasgow offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Glasgow is the stunning Pollok Country Park. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,112 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Glasgow Science Centre in the city of Glasgow. This attraction is a skyscraper and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,454 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Glasgow is the incredible Glasgow Cathedral. This attraction is a cathedral and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,737 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Seven Lochs Wetland Park. This park and travel destination is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,044 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Tollcross Park. This park is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,117 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Glasgow you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Glasgow has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Glasgow, Chaophraya. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,386 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Glasgow that locals enjoy, eat at Bothy Glasgow. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 969 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Glasgow is Ardnamurchan Scottish Restaurant & Bar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 868 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow, The Ivy Buchanan Street, Glasgow. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Glasgow, we recommend the cocktails at Santa Lucia Merchant City Glasgow. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,038 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Glasgow is Alston Bar & Beef. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 785 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Glasgow!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Renfrewshire has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Renfrewshire by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Renfrewshire. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the town of Renfrewshire, like the extraordinary St Mirin's RC Cathedral Paisley. This attraction is a church and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 276 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Renfrewshire is the spectacular Barshaw Park. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,438 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Craigie Linn (Waterfall). This best-rated sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 131 visitors.

This is a popular destination among visitors in Renfrewshire.

Your discovery of Renfrewshire does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Renfrewshire on this day of your trip.

When you’ve finished your meal, Max's Bar & Grill is one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

Bar 91 is another of the most popular bars in the city of Glasgow. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 611 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Glasgow is The Social. The Social has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 2,394 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Glasgow!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Stirling. You’ll stay in Stirling for 1 night.

This much-appreciated sculpture and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,904 visitors.

Stirling 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 Brea - Scottish Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 676 reviews.

The remarkable BrewDog Stirling is another top restaurant in Stirling we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 615 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Monterey Jack's is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 730 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Stirling, the fantastic No 2 Baker Street. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,338 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Allan Park - pub, restaurant & coffee house. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 660 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Nicky-Tams Bar & Bothy. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 626 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Scotland!

Day 6 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 Stirling and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Glasgow. You will stay in Glasgow for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Stirling is the amazing Stirling Castle. This attraction is a castle that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 26,632 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible monument, Wallace Monument. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 10,772 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Stirling is the outstanding Doune Castle. This popular castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,505 visitors.

The spectacular Blair Drummond Safari and Adventure Park is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating zoo and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,922 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Mugdock Country Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,141 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Stirling 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 dinner, visit Sherbrooke Castle Hotel Glasgow, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Glasgow. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 894 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Alea Glasgow Casino. This bar has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 882 customers.

Alternatively, Glaschu Restaurant & Bar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Glasgow. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 330 customers.

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

Day 7 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 10,762 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’ll then say farewell to Glasgow. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Scotland!