Edinburgh Airport 1 hr 14
Conic Hill (22 min) Loch Lomond & the Trossachs unfold in front of those who walk to the peak of this small hill. Inchcailloch (23 min) Hilly, heavily wooded island reachable by ferry, with nature trails & areas for camping. SEA LIFE Loch Lomond Aquarium (8 min) Home to myriad sea life tanks, plus walk-through ocean tunnel of sharks and giant turtles. Inchmurrin (8 min) 19th-century palace on a sprawling, riverside estate with landscaped gardens & woodland trails. Glengoyne Distillery (22 min) Whisky distillery in operation since 1833, offering guided tours, tastings, private dining & a shop. Loch Lomond Bird of Prey Centre (7 min) Avian center within a picturesque national park featuring a range of species, from owls to hawks. Maid of The Loch (13 min) This 1953 paddle steamer has an art deco-inspired interior & a cafe serving locally sourced produce. Loch Long (27 min) Tranquil lake retreat offering camping & fishing spots, trails & popular scuba-diving sites. Dumbarton Castle (12 min) Castle with Georgian governor's house, 18th-century artillery fortifications and Ben Lomond views. Overtoun Bridge (16 min) Victorian bridge over a ravine known for the unusual number of dogs that have leapt over the edge. Sweeney's Cruise Co Loch Lomond (5 min) Balloch Castle and Country Park (8 min) 19th-century castle & surrounding park with ornamental gardens, nature trails & cultural events. Loch Lomond (14 min) Scenic highlands lake with waterside paths, cruises, adventure attractions, golf & quaint villages. Mugdock Country Park (30 min) Countryside park for walking, riding and cycling, with trails, archery, play areas and events. |