Scotland’s Central Belt

Visiting Scotland’s Central Belt

Scotland’s Central Belt is the broad corridor that stretches between Edinburgh and Glasgow - a region many travellers pass through without realising just how much history and heritage lie along the way.

This is the heart of the country, encompassing areas such as Stirling, Falkirk, Lanarkshire and West Lothian.

It’s a landscape shaped by centuries of Scottish history, from royal palaces and battlefields to canals, engineering marvels, and some of the country’s most distinctive historic estates.

Browse the guides below to discover the best places to visit across Scotland’s Central Belt, from historic castles and engineering wonders to scenic towns, local cafés and lesser-known stops worth adding to your itinerary.