Best Scottish Parks: Here are Scotland's 10 most highly-rated parks and gardens according to online reviewers
One of the many things that our country excels in is providing green spaces open to the public – whether it’s a modest local city park or impressive formal garden.
These are the lungs of our urban areas, important habitats for wildlife, and tourist attractions that attract tens of thousands of people every year.
Wherever you live in Scotland it’s unlikely you’ll be more than an hour walk away from a park or garden, each of which is likely to be at least a few people’s favourite spot.
But these 10 are the best according to reviewers on popular travel website Tripadvisor.
Wherever you live in Scotland it’s unlikely you’ll be more than an hour walk away from a park or garden, each of which is likely to be at least a few people’s favourite spot.
5. Glasgow Botanic Gardens
The first entry for Scotland's largest city comes courtesy of the Glasgow Botanic Gardens, which is home to the ornate Victorian Kibble Palace glasshouse. Doughnut00 said: "We had American friends over and took a wander into the Botanics. They were stunned by the glasshouses and it was great for us to see it through the eyes of tourists. You forget how beautiful and stunning the park is and right in the heart of the West End. Then a wander down the river and along to the walkway. Couldn't be better." Photo: Canva/Getty Images
6. Blair Castle & Gardens
Historic Blair Castle, near Blair Atholl, sits in extensive gardens and grounds featuring a nine acre walled garden, a peaceful wooded grove, a ruined kirk, a red deer park and a whimsical Gothic folly. Irene S said: "The setting alone was beautiful. We toured the castle gardens and forest walks - all were stunning. We had a terrific time and ended up staying until closing time." Photo: Canva/Getty Images
7. Pollok Country Park
Containing the newly-reopened Burrell Collection museum, Glasgow's Pollok Country has over 360 acres of woodland, walking trails, lakes, rivers and gardens. Little God said: "This park is a lovely place to visit. It seems incredible that there could be such a big green space within a large city. Within the grounds are cattle, a pond and even a little waterfall on the river. Also, most of the paths are wheelchair-accessible." Photo: Canva/Getty Images
8. Dunvegan Castle and Gardens
Located on a rocky outcrop on the shore of Loch Dunvegan, on the Isle of Skye, Dunvegan Castle's award-winning gardens are a must-see for those visiting the island. Jenniferleemoore said: The gardens were beautiful! The castle itself has some great views from the bank, however paying to explore the grounds and skipping the inside would be my recommendation. Lovely, lovely waterfalls and flowers to see." Photo: Canva/Getty Images