8 of Scotland's most colourful, beautiful and downright unique streets to check out

It seems like the great climate may very well be returning this summer season and with it, a need to get outdoors and see Scotland in all of its glory. And allow us to let you know, few locations look higher within the sunshine.

Prior to now, we have lined seashores, seaside cities and picturesque villages however this time round we wish to check out among the most vibrant, lovely and simply downright distinctive streets you will discover round our great little nation.

From the multi-coloured road that impressed a high kids's TV present to the shortest road on the earth, listed below are a few of our favourites to take a look at this summer season.

Important Road, Tobermory

For those who keep in mind the favored BBC kids's tv sequence Balamory, you will recognise Tobermory vibrant waterfront. All the homes could be discovered right here, with the Archie's Fort which is now a resort referred to as Fenton Tower in North Berwick.

Based on Discover Tobermory, solely Josie Bounce's Home, which is a small Lodge referred to as Park Lodge, will not be a non-public residence and it's not potential to go searching any of the properties, however they added that almost all residents are comfortable for the kids to be photographed outdoors their homes.

A magical place on the Isle of Mull – which is value exploring too – Tobermory can be probably the greatest locations in Scotland to benefit from the freshest seafood round, that means if you're a foodie it would not get a lot better than this.

Harbourside Portree, Isle of Skye

Portree is the largest town on the Isle of Skye
Portree is the biggest city on the Isle of Skye (Picture: Getty)

One other of Scotland's vibrant waterfronts could be discovered on the neighbouring island of Skye, the place the largest city Portree additionally has a great deal of homes colored in pastel hues.

You may even keep within the pink home!

Victoria Road, Edinburgh

Victoria Street in Edinburgh.
Victoria Road in Edinburgh. (Picture: Jane Barlow/PA)


Named in honour of Queen Victoria, when she ascended the throne in 1837, Victoria Road is one in all Edinburgh's hottest streets and even manages to steal a bit of of the limelight from the Royal Mile.

One of the photographed areas of the outdated city, it was mentioned to have performed a component in inspiring the world of Harry Potter, although this connection could run even deeper, the infamous 'Wizard of the West Bow’ who lived right here, Main Weir, was executed for witchcraft in 1670.

The pastel streets of Pittenweem, East Neuk

The picturesque Pittenweem is a village in the East Neuk coast of Fife
The picturesque Pittenweem is a village within the East Neuk coast of Fife (Picture: Getty)


Not solely is the picturesque Pittenweem within the East Neuk of Fife probably the greatest locations to get a fish supper, it is also a beautiful place for a day journey with its pastel streets trying beautiful, particularly because the solar goes down.

Circus Lane in Edinburgh - Scotland's 'most lovely road'

The beautiful Circus Lane in Edinburgh in full bloom.
The attractive Circus Lane in Edinburgh in full bloom. (Picture: Ian Barnes)


Not too long ago named one of the lovely on the earth and probably the most enticing within the UK. Edinburgh’s Circus Lane is really beautiful and could be a dream road to stay on.

The World's 'shortest road' in Wick

A view of Ebenezer Place in Wick - the world's shortest street.
Ebeneezer Place in Wick is the world's shortest. (Picture: Google)


Measuring simply 6ft 9in (2.05m), you possibly can cowl the entire of Ebenezer Place in only a few quick steps.

The tiny road in Wick additionally solely boasts one deal with; the Mackays Lodge, that means you possibly can go to and say you have spent the evening in one of many world's most well-known streets.

Scotland’s Most Lovely Excessive Road, Kirkwall

Kirkwall High Street on Orkney
Kirkwall Excessive Road on Orkney (Picture: Insider)


In 2019, Kirkwall in Orkney, was named Scotland’s Most Lovely Excessive Road, based on a ballot of most of the people.

The historic centre is picturesque and a stupendous place to whereas away a day with some retail remedy.

Crovie, Aberdeenshire

Crovie, Aberdeenshire
Crovie, Aberdeenshire (Picture: Wire von Limburg/CCbySA2.0)


One of the distinctive coastal villages you will discover within the UK, by no means thoughts Scotland, Crovie is pressed up in opposition to an Aberdeenshire cliff on a slim ledge, making for an imposing view earlier than you even enter the world itself.

A former fishing village, it is now turn out to be a haven for vacationers with folks flocking from everywhere in the UK to marvel at its distinctive format and placement.

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