One-Week Scotland Road Trip from Dundee to Elgin, Aberdeen, and Edinburgh and surrounding area

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 1,269 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 Taza Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,747 customers.

Locals recommend The Bach as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dundee. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 985 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.

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

Locals also enjoy Bird & Bear. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 898 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-day vacation in Scotland!

Day 2 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 Dundee and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Elgin. You will stay in Elgin for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Dundee is the amazing The McManus: Dundee's Art Gallery & Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,551 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible mountain, Dundee Law. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,396 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dundee is the outstanding RRS Discovery. This popular barque and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,529 visitors.

The spectacular Slessor Gardens is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 864 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Baxter Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,306 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Dundee 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 Elgin, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Scotland. Today, you'll wake up in Elgin and embark on a scenic drive to Aberdeen, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Elgin and Peterhead 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 Elgin. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Stonehaven Harbour. This attraction is a harbor that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,510 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Dunnottar Castle. This attraction, a beloved rock castle, has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 10,220 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Stonehaven and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Peterhead has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable HM Prison Peterhead. This attraction is a prison that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,684 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Peterhead, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Aberdeen. When you arrive in Aberdeen you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Maggie's Grill. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 587 customers.

Locals also recommend COSMO All You Can Eat World Buffet Restaurant | Aberdeen, another of the best restaurants in Aberdeen. COSMO All You Can Eat World Buffet Restaurant | Aberdeen is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,555 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Silver Darling. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,130 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Miller & Carter Aberdeen to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Aberdeen, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,026 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Prince Of Wales. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Prince Of Wales has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,166 customers.

The Grill is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 881 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 4 of your road trip through Scotland is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Aberdeen and the city of Glamis. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Aberdeen is the amazing Aberdeen Maritime Museum. This attraction is a maritime museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,270 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Queens Links Leisure Park. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,883 visitors.

Duthie Park is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Aberdeen. This well-known attraction, a spectacular park, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 3,959 reviews.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Aberdeen is Hazlehead Park. This attraction is an amazing park and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,456 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Aberdeen is another excellent way to spend your new day in Scotland. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Scotland’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Scotland’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Scotland’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Glamis Castle in the city of Glamis for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a castle and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,669 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try The Edinburgh Larder, one of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,804 customers.

Locals also recommend The Kitchin as one of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh. The Kitchin is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,577 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh is Bramble Bar & Lounge. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 743 customers.

After dinner, visit Makars Gourmet Mash Bar (Edinburgh), which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Edinburgh. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,814 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Panda & Sons. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,617 customers.

Alternatively, The Dome is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Edinburgh. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,433 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible 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 Edinburgh. You’ll stay in Edinburgh for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Apex Waterloo Place Hotel, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Edinburgh. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,950 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Edinburgh is the 5-star Bonham Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,834 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Edinburgh is the 3-star Hampton by Hilton Edinburgh West End. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 8,449 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 in the city of Edinburgh, like the outstanding HMY Britannia. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,023 visitors.

Scottish National Gallery is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Edinburgh. This incredible attraction is an art museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,079 visitors. Up to 660,741 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Edinburgh is the extraordinary Camera Obscura. This visitor centre is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 13,536 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Scotch Whisky Heritage Centre. Up to 238,542 people visit this attraction every year. Around 8,926 visitors have given this museum an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Edinburgh Castle. Edinburgh Castle is a popular castle, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 90,949 travelers.

Come to Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Dishoom Edinburgh, after your day of exploring the city of Edinburgh. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,852 customers.

Miller & Carter Edinburgh City Centre is another of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,950 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh is Cafe Andaluz. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,019 customers.

Locals recommend Whiski Bar & Restaurant, one of the best bars in the city of Edinburgh, 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 Edinburgh, Chaophraya Thai Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,238 customers.

The Ivy On The Square Edinburgh is also one of the best bars in the city of Edinburgh. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,314 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Edinburgh has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh. 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 Edinburgh, like the extraordinary Edinburgh Zoo. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,987 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Edinburgh is the spectacular Dean Village. This attraction is a village and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,727 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. This botanical garden has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,765 visitors.

Holyrood Palace is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This official residence is a popular destination among visitors in Edinburgh. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 17,746 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Holyrood Park. Holyrood Park is an archaeological site and popular attraction in Edinburgh. More than 12,119 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Edinburgh does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Edinburgh 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 The Witchery by the Castle, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Edinburgh. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,766 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Edinburgh is the popular Howies Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,817 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Edinburgh is Howies Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,828 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Cafe Royal is one of the best bars in the city of Edinburgh for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,216 customers.

The Bow Bar is another of the most popular bars in the city of Edinburgh. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,813 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Edinburgh is Tigerlily. Tigerlily has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,369 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 7 of your epic road trip in Scotland, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Edinburgh. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Dundee. You’ll stay in Dundee for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Edinburgh’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Edinburgh, start your day with a visit to the amazing Royal Mile. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,405 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating The Edinburgh Dungeon. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,688 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular The Real Mary King's Close to make the most of your road trip across Scotland. The spectacular The Real Mary King's Close is a must-see tourist destination that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,638 visitors.

The lovely St Giles' Cathedral is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 9,293 visitors have left this cathedral average ratings of 4.6 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 National Museum of Scotland. This attraction is a national museum rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 45,476 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Edinburgh has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Dundee. Dundee 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 Rancho Pancho. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 636 reviews.

The remarkable Tailend Dundee is another top restaurant in Dundee we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 653 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Empire State Coffee Artisan Roasters is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 571 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Dundee, the fantastic The Fort. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 779 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Don Michele Italian Restaurant. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 522 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Apex City Quay Hotel & Spa. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,104 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Scotland!

Day 8 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.

Magdalen Green railway station is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dundee. This former railway station and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 855 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 Porters Bar & Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 534 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Premier Inn Dundee Centre hotel for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dundee. The Premier Inn Dundee Centre hotel restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,161 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Mozza Dundee. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,016 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!