Recommended Scenic Drives in Scotland

Added: 27 September 2017

Having just taken delivery of your brand-new car you now want to explore the imposing mountains of the north, the beautiful valleys, the rugged coastline or the romantic islands, because a drive through Scotland’s diverse landscapes offers scenery as jaw-dropping as it gets.

So what are you waiting for, your great Scottish road trip starts here!

This is by no means the definitive list to Scotland’s best driving routes as there are simply too many from which to choose, but we have selected our favorites for you to try.

REST AND BE THANKFUL PASS ON THE A83

Drive across the Arrochar Alps in Glen Croe to the Rest and Be Thankful Pass.

TRAIGH SEILEBOST AT SEILEBOST

Drive onto the ferry and sail to the stunning Outer Hebrides.

GLENCOE TO FORT WILLIAM

No road trip through Scotland is complete without driving along the enchanted road through Glencoe to Fort William.

EDINBURGH TO ST ANDREWS

Drive across the Forth Road Bridge to Fife and follow the scenic coastal route around the East Neuk on the way to St Andrews, the home of golf.

THE BEALACH NA BA, THE ROAD TO APPLECROSS

The Bealach Na Ba, known locally as the ‘Pass of the Cattle’, is one of the more famous driving routes in Scotland. The route reaches an altitude of 2,053 ft (625.7 m) and provides stunning views across the whole of Wester Ross, the Isle of Skye and the Outer Hebrides. With its tight bends this road isn’t for the faint hearted but the views from the top are by far the most rewarding.

Contact Ian Grieve

Ian Grieve, based in Falkirk, look after the Jeep, Subaru, Isuzu, Suzuki and Fiat Professional brands in Central Scotland. If you require further information about any of our new or used cars simply contact us.