- & discover Scotland's
Protected Places - places of interest
in Scotland - places of interest in Scotland
St Kilda, World Heritage Site
Mellerstain, Gardens and Designed Landscapes
HMS Campania, Scotland’s Historic Wrecks
Beinn Eighe, National Nature Reserve
Culzean Castle, Gardens and Designed Landscapes
Cairngorms, National Park
Blair Castle, Listed Building
Culloden, Battlefield
River Tay, National Scenic Area
Monteviot House, Gardens and Designed Landscapes
Assynt & Coigach, National Scenic Area
Dallas Dhu Distillery, Listed Building
The Lady Victoria Colliery, Listed Building
Small Isles, National Scenic Area
Loch Achray, The Trossachs, National Park
Caerlaverock Castle, Scheduled Monument
Govan, Conservation Area
Loch Leven, National Nature Reserve
The Heart of Neolithic Orkney, World Heritage Site
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Discover Scotland's
Protected Places
Our country is one of stunning natural beauty, steeped in history, mystery and drama. Scotland has an exceptional wealth of treasures to discover, from our astonishing wildlife to our world-renowned cultural legacy. These natural and historical heritages are closely interwoven, each influencing and leaving their mark on the other across the many landscapes of this land.
What a rich and varied country to explore... and Scotland's Protected Places lets you do just that.
Protected places in focus
Protected Places in focus
The Protected Places explained
You can find out more about the main protected places by choosing one of the options below.
Protected Natural places in Scotland
Experience the unforgettable sights, sounds and smells of Scotland's natural world. And, of course, be inspired to return again.
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Protected Historic places in Scotland
Experience Scotland's extraordinary history, myths, legends and magic. And, of course, be inspired to return again.
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Explore Scotland's Protected Places
Use the interactive map to explore and discover some of Scotland's natural and historic protected places.
