I’m SO excited to be sharing this post with you! This summer, I had the privilege of traveling to Scotland for two weeks. Part of the trip was being a tourist with my parents and the second half was all about photography content with other creatives. It was truly the trip of a lifetime, huge shout out to Christina Hawkins of Discover the Details for helping us plan this incredible trip! During the first week of our trip to Scotland, we explored as much as we could together and her itinerary kept us busy!
Some of the places we visited in Scotland during our first week included….
Edinburgh
When we arrived in Scotland, we began our trip in Edinburgh. We explored the gardens and the castle. It’s such a beautiful little town!
![town square in Edinburgh Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_18.jpg)
![woman sits with tea in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_19.jpg)
![gardens in Edinburgh Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_14.jpg)
![man stands in kilt with bagpipes in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_23.jpg)
![Queen's platinum jubilee garden display in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_15.jpg)
![gardens in Edinburgh Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_16.jpg)
![street photography in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_20.jpg)
![family poses by castle in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_17.jpg)
![red storefront in Edinburgh Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_21-scaled.jpg)
![street photography in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_22-scaled.jpg)
![bagpiper plays on street in green tartan kilt](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_33-scaled.jpg)
![church front on town square in Edinburgh](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_29.jpg)
![stadium in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_26.jpg)
![top of church in Edinburgh](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_27-scaled.jpg)
![kids play in street in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_30-scaled.jpg)
![shops on street in Edinburgh Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_28-scaled.jpg)
![nighttime photo of building in Edinburgh](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_31.jpg)
![train speeds by at night in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_32-scaled.jpg)
![church in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_24-scaled.jpg)
Balmoral Hotel
St. Andrews Old Course
St. Andrews is a seaside town north of Edinburgh. It’s known for its many golf courses, including the Old Course, with the landmark Swilcan Bridge at the 18th hole. We also looked around the castle and grabbed lunch here. Definitely a beautiful spot to visit!
![St. Andrews castle on waterfront in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_35.jpg)
![stone hallway in St Andrews](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_36.jpg)
![couple poses on bridge in St. Andrews](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_37.jpg)
![food at St. Andrews open](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_38-scaled.jpg)
![ruins of old building in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_39.jpg)
Blair Athol Distillery
Blair Athol Distillery is a distillery in Scotland responsible for creating delicious whiskey! It’s absolutely beautiful and fun stop to make if you’re here.
![Blair Athol Distillery in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_40.jpg)
![whiskey bottles in Scotland at Blair Athol Distillery](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_41.jpg)
Culloden House
One of the quietest spots we visited was the Culloden House. It’s absolutely beautiful and you can just enjoy the views, the gardens, and 40 acres of tranquility. Learn more about this gorgeous house here!
![Culloden House covered in ivy](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/morgan-amanda-photography-9042-scaled.jpg)
![man welcomes guests to Culloden House](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_42.jpg)
![scenes from Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_44.jpg)
![view of farm at Culloden House](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_43.jpg)
Leanach Sheep Dog Farm
Fort George and Inverness
In the Highlands, we also visited Fort George and Inverness. Fort George is a large 18th-century fortress and we had the chance to tour this beautiful spots. Afterwards, we enjoyed the waterfront city of Inverness – full of gorgeous old buildings and lots to explore!
![tour guide speaks to guests at Fort George](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_52.jpg)
![welcome gate at Fort George in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_49.jpg)
![Fort George in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_48.jpg)
![straw and stone home in Inverness](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_50-scaled.jpg)
![stone buildings in Inverness Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_13.jpg)
![waterfront view of Inverness](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_45.jpg)
![old church building in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_46.jpg)
![waterfront view of Inverness](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_47-scaled.jpg)
Jacobite Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
We couldn’t go to Scotland without looking for Nessie! The three of us embarked on a fun Loch Ness cruise to look for her, and enjoy the views of the Urquhart Castle ruins.
![women pose next to boat before Loch Ness tour](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_55.jpg)
![view of lake in Scotland on Loch Ness tour](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_51-scaled.jpg)
![ruins of Urquhart Castle in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_57.jpg)
![Urquhart Castle ruins from waterfront](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_58-scaled.jpg)
![Scottish countryside with Urquhart Castle along water](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_59.jpg)
Scottish Memories
The entire week of being a tourist was a blast. I’m so happy I had the chance to take my parents with me for this trip of a lifetime. Here’s a few of our other favorite moments!!
![man plays bagpipes in Oban](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_1.jpg)
![waterfront view of boats in Oban](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_2.jpg)
![view of Scottish highlands during summertime trip](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_3.jpg)
![castle ruins in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_4.jpg)
![fields and land at Culloch House](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_5.jpg)
![Scottish mansion in front of mountains](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_6-scaled.jpg)
![Scottish castle sits on hill](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_8-scaled.jpg)
![woman poses in front of castle with camera in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_10-scaled.jpg)
![ruins of castle in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_9.jpg)
![giant chess board outside Scottish castle](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_11-scaled.jpg)
![inside of Scottish hotel](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_12-scaled.jpg)
![train goes by in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_53.jpg)
![garden in castle in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_56-scaled.jpg)
![photo of landscape in Scottish highlands](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_70-scaled.jpg)
![canon at Scottish house](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_60.jpg)
![Scottish highlands with water flowing](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_62.jpg)
![tea set in museum photographed on trip to Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_61.jpg)
![red bricked hotel building in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_63.jpg)
![stone castle in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_64-scaled.jpg)
![details of Scottish castle with yellow roses in garden](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_65.jpg)
![couple poses outside castle in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_66.jpg)
![gardens of Scottish castle](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_67.jpg)
![two horses coming out of water in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_69.jpg)
![Kelpies statues in Scotland](https://morganamandaphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Scotland-Trip_Morgan-Amanda-Photography_73-scaled.jpg)