Ayrshire & Arran

Isle of Arran

Why visit

Accessible island with mountains, beaches, castles, whisky and a compact “Scotland in miniature” feel.

Recommended nights
2–3
Region
Ayrshire & Arran
Best for
Whisky, Islands, Walking, Countryside
Getting around
Reachable without a car
Where it is

What to do

  1. 01Ferry from Ardrossan to Brodick
  2. 02Brodick Castle and goat fell views

Good to know

Skip if

Your route starts in Edinburgh and heads north; Arran is best when it fits naturally with Glasgow or Ayrshire.