Although Dumfries and Galloway see less tourism than other parts of the country do, this corner of Scotland has historic attractions and beautiful landscapes. JM Barrie created Peter Pan’s Neverland while watching schoolboys play in the region’s famous gardens, and most sights are devoted to local heroes like Robert the Bruce and Robert Burns. Wise visitors head for the country, where mountains, forest, and 200 mi. of coastline supply rewarding scenery.
B&Bs and hotels are listed in individual towns. Of the region’s two SYHA hostels, only Minnigaff is easily reached by public transport. Kendoon, Bus #520 can stop on the A713 opposite the hostel ...more
The best of Dumfries and Galloway lies outdoors, and, with some 1300 mi. of marked trails, there is something for everyone. Merrick (2765 ft.) in the Galloway Hills and White Coomb (2696 ft.) in the Moffat ...more
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