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Best Day Trips from Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland’s largest city, is a great base for exploring the surrounding countryside and natural beauty of West Central Scotland. Here are some of the best day trip ideas to get you started:
1. Loch Lomond National Park
- Distance: 30 miles (48 km) northwest from Glasgow city centre
- Time: 45 minutes by car, or take a train and bus combination
- Must-see attractions:
- The stunning loch itself, with its picturesque villages and hiking trails
- The ancient Oak Tree of Balloch Castle
- Take a boat ride on the loch for breathtaking views
2. Stirling Castle and National Wallace Monument
- Distance: 25 miles (40 km) north from Glasgow city centre
- Time: 30 minutes by car, or take a train to Stirling then bus
- Must-see attractions:
- Explore the grandeur of Scotland’s most historic castle
- Visit the National Wallace Monument for stunning views and insight into William Wallace’s life
3. Inveraray Castle and Loch Shira
- Distance: 30 miles (48 km) northwest from Glasgow city centre
- Time: 45 minutes by car, or take a train and bus combination
- Must-see attractions:
- Discover the beautiful Inveraray Castle with its stunning lochside location
- Explore Loch Shira’s tranquil shores and perhaps spot some wildlife
4. The Trossachs National Park
- Distance: 35 miles (56 km) northwest from Glasgow city centre
- Time: 50 minutes by car, or take a train and bus combination
- Must-see attractions:
- Enjoy the picturesque scenery of Scotland’s first national park
- Hike to the summit of Ben Ledi for breathtaking views
5. The Falls of Falloch and Glen Falloch
- Distance: 25 miles (40 km) northwest from Glasgow city centre
- Time: 35 minutes by car, or take a train and bus combination
- Must-see attractions:
- Marvel at the stunning waterfalls of the Falls of Falloch
- Explore Glen Falloch’s serene glen with its ancient woodland