7 places to visit to get the best views of famous Scottish landmarks

One of the things we love most about Scotland is the incredible scenery and breath taking views you'll often find stopping you in your tracks.

Even living here, it's hard to take such spectacular vistas for granted and you will regularly be reminded why many believe our wee country to be one of the most beautiful in the world.

When it comes to finding the best spots to really take your breath away, it's always useful to know where to look.

With that in mind, we've picked out some of our favourite views and vistas from across Scotland for you to check out next time you are looking for some day trip inspiration of that perfect Instagram worthy location.

Edinburgh Castle from The Vennel, Edinburgh

A pair of newlyweds at The Vennel in Edinburgh with the view of Edinburgh Castle in the background (Oksana Kuklina/SWNS.com)

This secret spot in the capital is a favourite place to get a stunning view of Edinburgh Castle.

Glenfinnan Viaduct

The Jacobite Steam Train crossing the Glenfinnan Viaduct, Lochaber (Getty)

Harry Potter fans will instantly recognise this famous landmark and the steamer train that can regularly be seen crossing it. To get the best view, people recommend the wee hill just behind the visitor centre of the Glenfinnan Monument.

Bow Fiddle Rock from the Moray Coast

Andrew Smith captured this stunning shot of the Mirrie Dancers over Bow Fiddle Rock in Moray (Andrew Smith)

Just north of the little town of Portknockie you'll find this incredible landmark that has to bee seen to be believed.

Scott's View from the great writer's bench

Scott's View is a scenic viewpoint overlooking the valley of the River Tweed in the Scottish Borders. (Getty)

The view from this bench is said to have been a favourite of Sir Walter Scott and takes in a sweeping vista of the Tweed Valley and the river itself.

Forth Bridge from North Queensferry

The iconic Forth Bridge catches the light from a low winter sun from North Queensferry (Getty)

This Victorian engineering marvel is one of the most famous in the world and the town of North Queensferry offers a spectacular view of it.

Ailsa Craig from the Ayrshire Coast

The magnificent Ailsa Craig at sunset, viewed from the Ayrshire coastline (Ayrshire Post)

This truly epic natural landmark is wonderful to view at sunset from a wide stretch of the Ayrshire Coast but Girvan and Seamill are particularly good for it.

Neist Point Lighthouse, Isle of Skye

Neist Point Lighthouse on the Isle of Skye (Getty)

The Isle of Skye has an embarrassment of riches when it comes to scenery and views but our favourite is this one looking out to the Neist Point Lighthouse.

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