Scottish Borders Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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An old church with Gothic architecture and a cemetery in the foreground.
A Gothic-style cathedral with a central tower and multiple arches.
An ancient stone structure with a prominent circular window and a triangular roof, surrounded by lush greenery and other historical buildings.
A historic stone building with multiple arched windows and intricate stonework.

Popular cities in Scottish Borders

A stone tower with a pointed roof, surrounded by rocky terrain and a river.
Kelso
Known for Friendly people, Rivers and Gardens
Escape to Kelso! Enjoy its riverfront, gardens and bars.

Reasons to visit

  • Floors Castle
  • Smailholm Tower
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A historic building with a tower, surrounded by well-manicured hedges and a gravel path.
Melrose
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Rivers
Relaxing Melrose is calling! Discover its riverfront, dining, ruins and more.

Reasons to visit

  • Melrose Abbey
  • Dryburgh Abbey
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A river flowing through a park with a bridge, a church, and residential buildings in the background.
Peebles
Known for Friendly people, Relaxing and Historical
Explore relaxing Peebles: its castle, history, dining and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Neidpath Castle
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A waterfall cascading through a forest with autumn foliage.
Biggar
Known for Friendly people, Countryside and Coffee
Quaint Biggar is calling! Discover its countryside, coffee, gardens and more.
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A coastal beach with clear waters, a sandy shore, and rocky areas.
Eyemouth
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Beer
Come to secluded Eyemouth and enjoy its bars, countryside and museums.
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A sunset over a calm lake with trees reflecting the sky, a distant hill, and a small structure.
Hawick
Known for Friendly people, Countryside and Walking
Get away to trendy Hawick! Enjoy the countryside, gardens and beer.
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Stay near popular Scottish Borders attractions

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Floors Castle

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You can browse the exhibits at Floors Castle, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Kelso. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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