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.
5. Lossiemouth
This town is located in Moray and is known as The Riviera of the North that has two stunning beaches, one to the East and one to the West, that flank the harbour. Gorgeous. | Getty Images Photo: Getty Images
6. Portpatrick
Located on the west coast of the Rhins of Galloway, Portpatrick has plenty to offer with a lovely old castle and a relaxing clifftop walk to see Killantringan Lighthouse. | Cameron Murray Photo: Cameron Murray
7. Dunbar
With multiple beaches to visit in Dunbar such as Belhaven Bay and Thornton Loch Beach, Dunbar is a town on the North Sea coast in East Lothian in the south-east of Scotland that is well worth a visit. | MIKE BYERS Photo: MIKE BYERS
8. Tobermory
Colourful and calming, Tobermory is the capital of the Isle of Mull in the Scottish Inner Hebrides. Located on the most northerly part of the island, this seaside town offers wildlife walks and boat trips. | Contributed Photo: Contributed