Scotland Road Trip: What It’s Really Like Driving Through the Highlands
Kinny & JJ
40,959 views
Thinking about taking a Scotland road trip? In this video, we take you along our full journey—from Edinburgh to Inverness to the Isle of Skye and back—to show what it’s really like driving in Scotland.
We’ll cover everything from car rentals, single-track roads, and parking challenges, to must-see stops, where to stay, and where to eat along the way.
If you’ve ever wondered whether driving in Scotland is worth it, this video has all the details, tips, and honest moments you need to plan your own adventure.
📍 Video Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:45 Transportation from Edinburgh Airport to City Center
01:05 Car Rental Pick-up & Driving in Edinburgh
02:05 Navigation, Road Signs, & Parking
03:45 Inverness: Where to Park, Things to Do, Places to Eat, and Where We Stayed
05:35 The Drive from Inverness to Isle of Skye
07:10 Isle of Skye: Timing for Getting Around, Food Options, Where We Stayed, and Things to Do
10:40 The Drive from Isle of Skye to Edinburgh
12:00 Edinburgh: Things to Do, Where We Stayed, and Places to Eat
🏴 Trip Highlights
Driving from Edinburgh → Inverness → Isle of Skye → Edinburgh
Scenic stops including Eilean Donan Castle, Kilt Rock, Old Man of Storr, Fairy Glen, Coral Beach, and Quiraing
Practical travel tips for driving on the left, passing places, average speed cameras, and parking
Where to stay: Blackfriars Inverness, Shepherd’s Hut Airbnb on Isle of Skye, W Hotel, and Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Food spots: The Mustard Seed, Black Isle Brewing, The Last Drop, Signet Library Tea, Innis & Gunn, Auld Hundred, and Bon Vivant
🚗 Helpful Resources
Edinburgh Trams: https://edinburghtrams.com
Europcar Car Rentals: https://www.europcar.com/en/stations/...
Eilean Donan Castle Info: https://www.eileandonancastle.com
Visit Scotland Travel Guide: https://www.visitscotland.com
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🗺️ About This Video
This video is part of our Scotland Travel Series, where we share realistic tips for planning your own trip through the Highlands, including what to expect when driving, how to prepare for Scotland’s unpredictable weather, and what it’s really like staying in remote areas like the Isle of Skye. Our trip was a the end of May and early June.
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That was an excellent video with some really useful tips thrown in 👍
Greetings from Scotland 😊
Scotland Road Trip: What It’s Really Like Driving Through the Highlands
Kinny & JJ
40,959 views
Thinking about taking a Scotland road trip? In this video, we take you along our full journey—from Edinburgh to Inverness to the Isle of Skye and back—to show what it’s really like driving in Scotland.
We’ll cover everything from car rentals, single-track roads, and parking challenges, to must-see stops, where to stay, and where to eat along the way.
If you’ve ever wondered whether driving in Scotland is worth it, this video has all the details, tips, and honest moments you need to plan your own adventure.
📍 Video Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:45 Transportation from Edinburgh Airport to City Center
01:05 Car Rental Pick-up & Driving in Edinburgh
02:05 Navigation, Road Signs, & Parking
03:45 Inverness: Where to Park, Things to Do, Places to Eat, and Where We Stayed
05:35 The Drive from Inverness to Isle of Skye
07:10 Isle of Skye: Timing for Getting Around, Food Options, Where We Stayed, and Things to Do
10:40 The Drive from Isle of Skye to Edinburgh
12:00 Edinburgh: Things to Do, Where We Stayed, and Places to Eat
🏴 Trip Highlights
Driving from Edinburgh → Inverness → Isle of Skye → Edinburgh
Scenic stops including Eilean Donan Castle, Kilt Rock, Old Man of Storr, Fairy Glen, Coral Beach, and Quiraing
Practical travel tips for driving on the left, passing places, average speed cameras, and parking
Where to stay: Blackfriars Inverness, Shepherd’s Hut Airbnb on Isle of Skye, W Hotel, and Virgin Hotels Edinburgh
Food spots: The Mustard Seed, Black Isle Brewing, The Last Drop, Signet Library Tea, Innis & Gunn, Auld Hundred, and Bon Vivant
🚗 Helpful Resources
Edinburgh Trams: https://edinburghtrams.com
Europcar Car Rentals: https://www.europcar.com/en/stations/...
Eilean Donan Castle Info: https://www.eileandonancastle.com
Visit Scotland Travel Guide: https://www.visitscotland.com
✈️ Watch Our Other Adventures
🇬🇧 British Isles Expedition Cruise – Island Adventure: Exploring the British Is...
🧊 Arctic Luxury Cruise (Starting in Edinburgh) – Arctic Luxury Expedition Cruise on Seabour...
🗺️ About This Video
This video is part of our Scotland Travel Series, where we share realistic tips for planning your own trip through the Highlands, including what to expect when driving, how to prepare for Scotland’s unpredictable weather, and what it’s really like staying in remote areas like the Isle of Skye. Our trip was a the end of May and early June.
✈️ Want help planning a trip like this?
Start here: https://secure.foratravel.com/intake/...