What is the currency?
The currency in Scotland is the British Pound Sterling (GBP), symbolised as £.
What is the time zone?
Scotland operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) during winter and British Summer Time (BST), which is GMT+1, during the summer months.
What is the weather like?
Scotland has a temperate maritime climate, with average summer temperatures ranging from 15-20°C and winter temperatures averaging 0-7°C.
Top things to see & do
Explore the stunning landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, visit the historic Edinburgh Castle, and take a tour of Loch Ness to search for its famous monster.
Top local cuisine to try
Savour Haggis (a savory pudding made from sheep's offal, oats, and spices), Cullen Skink (a creamy smoked haddock soup), and Shortbread (a buttery biscuit made with sugar, butter, and flour).