Scottish Borders
Top Adventures in Scottish Borders
Hike to the William Wallace Statue
1 mi
/ 500 ft gain
Finding the statue of William Wallace is a fun and worthwhile adventure suitable for the whole family. To get there begin by finding a small dirt parking lot located off B6356 between the towns of Bemersyde and Dryburgh. Be sure to not leave valua...
Run on Portobello Beach
2 mi
Run along the Forth, that leads out to the Atlantic Ocean, in Edinburgh at the Portobello Beach Promenade. Accessible by bus, Portobello Beach is generally a quiet and sleepy town. The promenade runs for 2 miles and because both the boardwalk and ...
Watch the Sunrise from Arthur's Seat
4.7
2.4 mi
/ 650 ft gain
Catch a beautiful sunrise (or sunset) from the top of Arthur's Seat. Although you are in the middle of Scotland's capital, you will feel as if you've reached the Highlands. The surrounding, panoramic views, the awesome silence, and the absence of ...
Stroll Victoria Street
5.0
It’s a must do while in Edinburgh. It’s featured in films like Cloud Atlas, One Day, and Eurovision. It’s even said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley in Harry Potter!
Check out the shops, grab a drink at one of the coffee shops or restaurant...