Scotland is far more than haggis, Irn Bru and a warm welcome - Scotland is also full of stunning scenic landscapes, majestic cliffs and thousands of miles of beautiful coastline.
Taking a break in a Scottish seaside town could be one of the most relaxing holidays you can imagine. Picturesque and unique, it's hard to beat the views you can see across these various locations in Scotland and if you're looking to relax and recharge you may just want to visit them all.
However, if you only have time to visit one or two places on your trip, it may be worth checking out of list of recommended seaside towns to visit in Scotland in 2024, as chosen by our readers.
Here are the top 20 seaside locations to visit in Scotland in 2024.
17. Port Ellen
Previously known as, Leòdamas, which is derived from Old Norse meaning "Leòd's Harbour". Port Ellen is built around Leodamais Bay, Islay's main deep water harbour and has gorgeous beaches and a couple of interesting distilleries to discover. | Getty Images/Canva Pro
18. Nairn Beach
Nairn Beach is just one such example in the highlands that boasts waters as blue as the Caribbean and sands as white as Australian shores. | kbrembo via Unsplash Photo: kbrembo via Unsplash
19. Crail
This tranquil area of Scotland is located in the community council area in the East Neuk of Fife, Scotland. This quiet but beautiful area of the country has an estimated population of just 1,630. | YouTube Screenshot via Och iReview Photo: YouTube Screenshot via Och iReview
20. Banff
The Aberdeenshire town Banff is much loved by those who adore sea air and a spot of fishing, which can be done in the famous River Deveron. | Getty Images/Canva Pro Photo: Getty Images/Canva Pro