With so much fascinating history, interesting cultural activities and breathtaking scenery, there are countless unique experiences that can only be had in Scotland.

To get you started, here are 25 quintessential Scottish things that you shouldn’t leave the country (or this earth) without doing for yourself.

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Whisky tasting on the Isle of Islay

Sip famously peaty Ardbeg, rich Laphroaig or smokey Lagavulin whisky straight from the source, at the respective distilleries on the beautiful Isle of Islay.

Climb Arthur’s Seat

Scale the 250 metre high summit of the Arthur’s Seat that has stat at the heart of Edinburgh for millions of years, and enjoy the incomparable view of the city and beyond.

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Visit Greyfriars Kirkyard in central Edinburgh to see the remains of the Flodden Wall, which was completed in 1560.

The wall was around 1.2 metres thick and 7.3 metres high, enclosed an area of just under 140 acres, and cut the bulk of the city off from the rest of the world.

Eat fresh seafood in Oban

Between March and November, enjoy freshly caught and expertly prepared Scottish seafood right on Oban’s seafront and take in the gorgeous view while you eat.

Take a train across the Glenfinnan Viaduct

Immortalised in the Harry Potter films, you can travel across the stunning Glenfinnan Viaduct in Inverness-shire by train, between the stations at Glasgow Queen Street and Mallaig.

Tour the Tennent’s brewery

Founded in 1740, Wellpark Brewery in Glasgow has been producing one of Scotland’s favourite drinks, Tennent’s Lager, since 1885.

Visitors can tour the brewery for 90 minutes, learning about the history of the brand, as well as sampling some tasters along the way.

Visit Edinburgh Castle

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