Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Scottish Borders - Atlas Obscura

Unusual Attractions in Scottish Borders

Scottish Borders, Scotland

Scott's View

This picturesque view of the Scottish Borders was beloved by Sir Walter Scott.

Scottish Borders, Scotland

Great Polish Map of Scotland

This huge concrete map of Scotland was built as a thank you gift from a Polish soldier.

Scottish Borders, Scotland

Abbotsford House

This Scottish manor house is a lush relic from the life of a literary great.

Scottish Borders, Scotland

The Bear Gates of Traquair

The main gates have been locked since 1745 and will remain so until the Stuart Dynasty returns to the throne.

Are we missing something unusual in Scottish Borders?

Melrose, Scotland

Robert the Bruce's Heart

The heart of a Scottish legend had a centuries-long journey before reaching its final resting place.

4 miles from Scottish Borders

Melrose, Scotland

The Rhymer's Stone

It's said that at this location, a Scottish poet met the Queen of the Fairies.

4 miles from Scottish Borders

Peebles, Scotland

The John Buchan Story Museum

A small literary museum remembers the life and works of the author of The Thirty-Nine Steps.

17 miles from Scottish Borders

Want to see fewer ads? Become a Member.

Atlas Obscura Trips

Poetry and Music in the Scottish Lowlands

See the lowlands through the eyes of one of Scotland’s most celebrated poets, exploring old port towns and ancient fortresses, sipping single malt whisky, and wandering the breathtaking landscapes that inspired the beloved bard.

Community Forums / U.K. & Ireland / Scotland

Top Discussions in the Scotland Travel Forum

Post	Replies	Views	Activity
Visiting Scotland Tips	4 September 17, 2019	1582	September 17, 2019
Glasgow City Chambers' Staircase	4 October 9, 2019	1145	October 9, 2019
Paisley Abbey's 'Alien' Gargoyle	2 November 1, 2019	1581	November 1, 2019
Glasgow Cathedral's Hebrew Inscriptions	2 July 10, 2019	1107	July 10, 2019
Neidpath Train Tunnel	3 September 7, 2019	1054	September 7, 2019

New Post Visit the Forum

Explore Scottish Borders, Scotland

Launch Map

Scottish Borders Leaderboard

Places Added

Places Edited

Places Visited

Recent Scottish Borders Activity

beckyhto has been to Scott's View

michaeliaindow wants to go to Great Polish Map of Scotland

kiearaalderton wants to go to The Bear Gates of Traquair

SEANETTA updated Abbotsford House

amandac217 wants to go to Abbotsford House

Lists Featuring Scottish Borders