Popular free things to do in Scotland

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Beecraigs Country Park
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Beecraigs Country Park

913 acres of stunning countryside. Woodlands walks, play areas, archery, mountain bikes trails and skills area and much more.

Funstation Braehead
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Funstation Braehead

Funstation Braehead is a vibrant family amusement arcade, located at XSite Braehead, with a variety of games suitable for all. Fun Starts Here!

Eglinton Country Park
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Eglinton Country Park

Spring, summer, autumn and winter - the beauty of Eglinton Country Park is on your doorstep!

Strathclyde Country Park
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Strathclyde Country Park

Strathclyde Country Park lies in 400 hectares of countryside. The park is one of the most popular family attractions in the central belt of Scotland.

South End Forest
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Free

South End Forest

A waterfall, a peaceful loch and lots of prehistoric sites.

Aldie Burn
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Aldie Burn

A serene forest along Aldie Burn, once vital for watermills and Tain's water supply. Now a tranquil, diverse haven with rich wildlife.

Aberdeen Maritime Museum
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Free

Aberdeen Maritime Museum

Dive into maritime history with interactive exhibits, ship models, and offshore oil displays. A captivating destination for maritime enthusiasts.

National Museum of Scotland
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National Museum of Scotland

Iconic museum, diverse exhibits, interactive displays, historical artifacts, family-friendly, educational, must-visit attraction.

Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
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Free

Inverness Museum and Art Gallery

Learn aboutScottish history and discover how the Highlands are linked with the rest of the world. Experience Highland contemporary art and crafts.

Kinneil Estate and Museum
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Free

Kinneil Estate and Museum

Enjoy the stunning scenery, historic buildings, and fascinating exhibits. A great day out for everyone!

Riverside Museum
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Free

Riverside Museum

Innovative museum, diverse exhibits, transportation history, interactive displays, family-friendly, engaging experience.

Castle of St John
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Free

Castle of St John

This medieval tower house was built around 1500 by Ninian Adair of Kilhurst, one of the most powerful Lairds of Wigtownshire.

Lewis Grassic Gibbon Centre
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Free

Lewis Grassic Gibbon Centre

Celebrating the life, work and times of James Leslie Mitchell, the novelist of the Mearns, better known by his pen name Lewis Grassic Gibbon.

The Highlanders' Museum
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The Highlanders' Museum

The Highlanders Museum, Scotland, Fort George. The Seaforth Highlanders, The Queen's Own Highlanders and Cameron Highlanders Archive