guidebooks for scotland

The best way to get around Scotland is to arm yourself with a decent guidebook and a map. Here's some of our favourites.

Scotland the Best This guide to the best that Scotland has to offer provides thousands of recommendations covering a multitude of topics including: the best places to stay (whatever your budget); the best beaches; the best ice-cream; the best hill walks; the best bakers; the best spooky places; the best seafood; the best places for kids; and the best ceildhs. This book is a visitor's bible and is porbably the most used guide by people who actually live in Scotland.

The Rough Guide to Scotland The essential handbook to this diverse and beautiful country. In-depth coverage of Edinburgh, the inspiring capital city and its lively neighbour, Glasgow. Up-to-the minute information on arts and entertainment and insightful background detail to the country and its culture. Discerning listings of the best places to stay, eat and drink in every region and for every budget. Practical advice on tramping through the glens, visiting whisky distilleries, surviving the Edinburgh Festival and where to spot golden eagles.