Although relatively small, Scotland is a land rich in contrasts. Often within a few hours travelling, you can experience a landscape that changes rapidly from gentle rolling hills to rugged coasts and dramatic, towering peaks. Vibrant, cosmopolitan cities whose outlook is definitely to the future rub shoulders with ancient castles and monuments rooted firmly in the past while the cultural frenzy of the Edinburgh Festival is also within easy reach of the peace and tranquility of sandy beaches, country parks and outstanding nature reserves. In fact, the only constant is the warmth of the welcome you'll receive wherever you go!

Best of all, because of its size, getting around Scotland is easy, even if you visit some of the more remote areas of the country. Many people travel by car but there are a range of public transport options available to get you to and around each area.

Use the map of Scotland on the left to explore what each the different regions of the country has to offer.