Scottish Borders
Scottish Borders

Scottish Borders Travel Guide 2026: Top places, Things to do & Itinerary | Trip.com | July 2026

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Gordon

Gordon

Kelso

Kelso

Melrose

Melrose

Duns

Duns

Leitholm

Leitholm

Kirk Yetholm

Kirk Yetholm

Eddleston

Eddleston

Heiton

Heiton

Things to do in Scottish Borders

What to do

Looking for things to do in Scottish Borders? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Arthur's Seat
Arthur's Seat
4.7/5199 Reviews
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Mountain climbing
The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
4.7/5167 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Palace of Holyroodhouse
4.7/5345 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Edinburgh Old Town
Edinburgh Old Town
4.9/5132 Reviews
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Historic landmark
The Real Mary King's Close
The Real Mary King's Close
4.4/561 Reviews
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Night view
The Edinburgh Dungeon
The Edinburgh Dungeon
4.1/520 Reviews
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle
4.7/52,758 Reviews
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Historic landmark
Night view
National Galleries of Scotland: National
National Galleries of Scotland: National
4.6/5160 Reviews
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Themed exhibition halls
Calton Hill
Calton Hill
4.6/5516 Reviews
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Mountain climbing
Night view
Scott Monument
Scott Monument
4.5/5286 Reviews
Princes Street Gardens
Princes Street Gardens
4.7/5233 Reviews
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Night view

What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Scottish Borders dishes and foodie spots.
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Seasons
Seasons
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Western cuisine
Avg. PHP2,416/person
Woll Restaurant
Woll Restaurant
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Western cuisine
Avg. PHP1,637/person
The Horseshoe Inn
The Horseshoe Inn
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Innovative cuisine
Avg. PHP866/person
Zaika Tandoori
Zaika Tandoori
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Southeast Asian cuisine
Avg. PHP1,360/person
The Hoebridge
The Hoebridge
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Western cuisine
Avg. PHP2,249/person
Saffron - Innerleithen (Authentic Indian Restaurant and Takeaway)
Saffron - Innerleithen (Authentic Indian Restaurant and Takeaway)
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Southeast Asian cuisine
Avg. PHP856/person
The Ship Inn Melrose
The Ship Inn Melrose
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Bars/bistros
Avg. PHP809/person
Santa Marina Restaurant & Bar
Santa Marina Restaurant & Bar
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Western cuisine
Avg. PHP1,671/person
Firebrick Bakery
Firebrick Bakery
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Western cuisine
Avg. PHP1,358/person
The Salmon Inn
The Salmon Inn
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Western cuisine
Hunters Hall - JD Wetherspoon
Hunters Hall - JD Wetherspoon
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Bars/bistros
Avg. PHP786/person
The Carters Rest
The Carters Rest
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Western cuisine

Scottish Borders Moments: Through Travelers' Eyes

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St Abb's Head, a lesser-known attraction in Scotland, is where Thor got fat.

St Abb's Head, a lesser-known attraction in Scotland, is where Thor got fat.

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Scotland | OMG the world's largest undulation

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Summer’s heat? Not in the Highlands — where Hogwarts tracks and Scottish wit keep things cool.
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