Activities

At Pleasant Hill Scotland, you’re perfectly positioned to explore a variety of activities, either turning left and heading for outdoor activities on and around Loch Lomond or heading right into Glasgow’s City Centre for cultural and high octane indoor activities. Milngavie’s desirability derives primarily from its situation on the edge of beautiful countryside with all the walks, golf courses, active facilities and so many places to explore with such pleasant scenery. Loch Katrine, Loch Ard, Aberfoyle and Dunkeld are within easy reach of Pleasant Hill Scotland and all have fabulous bike/e-bike hire and scenic trail routes to follow. Or, you can visit stunning attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Inveraray Castle or Stirling Castle. After a day of adventure, let our Personal Concierge organise for you to relax at local eateries or enjoy private in-house entertainment at Pleasant Hill Scotland.

Glasgow

Explore the vast range of indoor activities which Glasgow has to offer, from culture spots to thrilling adventure venues. Enjoy active pursuits like cycling along the River Clyde, karting, indoor golf lounges, Escape Rooms, even axe-throwing. Glasgow is renowned for its festival and concert venues, conference centres, theatres, bars and nightclubs. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing meal out, an adrenaline rush, or simply a night on the tiles, Glasgow caters for all.

Things to do in Loch Lomond - Boat trip Activitie in Scotland - Escape to holiday Villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Boat Trips
Things To Do at Scotland - City Bus Tours Around Glasgow - Escape to holiday Villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Bus Tours
Festivals in Scotland - Family holiday events - Celtic, Comedy, World Piping Championship festivals
Festivals
Gallery & Museums to Visit at Scotland
Gallery & Museums
Places to visit at Scotland - Crarae, Arduaine, Benmore Gardens - Escape to large holiday rental villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Gardens
Shopping activities in Shopping Mall at Scotland - Princes Square & Italian Quarter
Shopping
Places to viist in Scotland - Sightseeing at Scotland - Cathedral & Necropolis, City Chambers, George Square, University Cloisters
Sights
Trip to Scotland - Visit Theatre in Scotland - Kings Theatre Glasgow
WhatsOn
Places To Visit at Scotland - Escape Room Scotland - Escape to Scotland with large garden holiday rental at Plesant Hill Scotland
Escape Rooms

Edinburgh

Edinburgh’s city centre may be famous for its historical landmarks, but there’s plenty more to explore around the bustling streets. Famous for its International Fringe Festival, Hogmanay, museum and concert venues, conference centres, galleries, theatres and bars, there are also so many entertaining things to see outside Edinburgh such as Royal Yacht Britannia, the historic port and shores around Leith, Harry Potter walking trails, and sites like Rosslyn Chapel, Concorde at the National Museum of Flight or wander amongst the Pentland Hills. Whether it’s history, secret streets or quaint villages, Edinburgh provides a huge variety of adventures just waiting to be explored.

Places to Visit at Scotland - Edinburgh Castle & Royal Mile - Escape to Pleasant Hil Scotland - Large holiday rental
Castle
Things To Do in Scotland - Edinburgh Dinner Show - Taste of Scotland, Prestonfield House Hotel
Dinner Shows
Places To Visit at Scotland - Escape Room Scotland - Escape to Scotland with large garden holiday rental at Plesant Hill Scotland
Escape Rooms
Festivals & What To Visit at Scotland - Edinburgh Festival, The Fringe, Military Tattoo, Hogmanay (Princes Street Party)
Festivals
Monument Visit in Scotland - Scott’s Monument & Princes Gardens - Escape to holiday Villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Monuments
Museum visit in Scotland - National Museum of Scotland - National Gallery
Museums
Places To Visit At Scotland - Natural History Tour - Dynamic Earth Edinburgh Scotland - Escape to large holiday rental villa
Natural History
Scotland holiday destination - Holyrood Palace & Royal Yacht Britannia
Palaces
Escape to holiday Villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland - Escape to holiday Villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Sights
Walling and Climbing Arthur's Seat - Activities to do in Scotland - Escape to holiday Villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Waling / Climbing

Ideas for Things To Do - Outwith City Centres

Escape the bustle and explore the wide range of things to do outside Glasgow. Loch Katrine, Loch Ard, Aberfoyle and Dunkeld are within easy reach of Pleasant Hill Scotland and all have fabulous bike/e-bike hire and scenic trail routes to follow. Or, you can visit stunning attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Inveraray Castle or Stirling Castle. Nearby Loch Lomond is replete with high octane leisure activities, from scenic boat tours to thrilling speedboat rides and water sports. Whether you’re into forest walks, historical sites or quaint rural areas, discover hidden gems and unforgettable experiences that take you beyond the city, offering a perfect balance of adventure and relaxation.

Outdoor and adrenalin activities to do while holiday in Scotland
Adrenalin Activities
Places to visit at Scotland - Beaches visit - Troon, Barassie, Helensburgh, Fairlie - Near the Large garden villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Beaches
Vacation in Scotland - Bungee Activities on Finnieston Crane - Near the Large garden villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Bungee
Places to visit at Scotland - Scotland Castle visit - Inveraray, Edinburgh, Culzean, Dunrobin, Stirling Castle & Wallace Monument
Castles
Outdoor activities to do in Scotland - Easy walking/cycling - Milngavie reservoir
Cycling
Activities and sightseeing in Glasgow neighborhood and further afield - Golf, university, cathedral, beaches, distilleries - St. Andrews, Soctland
Day Out (East Coast)
Activities to do in Scotland - Distillery tours in Glengoyne Distillery
Distillery Tours
Outdoor entertainment to do in Glasgow - Bowling, Various Cinemas, X-Scape, M&Ds Theme Park & Strathclyde Country Park
Entertaintment
Activities to do in Scotland - Fishing with Carbeth Fishery, Woodburn Trout Fishery - Escape to holiday rental in Milngavie, Glasgow
Fishing
Activities to do in Scotland - National Museum of flight visit - Escape to large garden Villa in Milngavie, Glasgow
Flight Museum
Places to visit at Scotland - Crarae, Arduaine, Benmore Gardens - Escape to large holiday rental villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Gardens
Festivals and events in Glasgow - Family holiday events - Highland games
HIghland Games
Activities to do in Scotland - Hill Walking - Milngavie Reservoir, Mugdock Country Park, Conic, Ben Lomond, Dumgoyne, Cobbler, Ben A’an & Ben Vorlych
Hill-Walking
Places to visit at Scotland - Historical visit - New Lanark Heritage Centre, Culloden, Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
History
Activities to do while visiting Scotland for holiday - Shooting school in Loch Lomond and shooting Ground at North Ayrshire
Shooting
Air Space Freestyle Jumping & Trampolining - Activities to do in Scotland - Escape to holiday Villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Trampolining
Things to do in Scotland - Outdoor activities - Loch Lomond Wakeboarding/water skiing
Wakeboarding/Water Skiing
Outdoor activities to do in Scotland - Walking to West Highland Way (to Drymen)
Walking

Activities - Within Easy Range of Milngavie

Located within a short distance from Glasgow, Milngavie offers easy access to explore a vast range of both urban and rural options. The village plays host to multiple boutique, artisan and craft shops. Notably, Milngavie has several prominent outlets – a specialist whisky shop, and a bar which recently won Scotland’s ‘Sports Bar of the Year’ award (and has an active programme of live music performers). Short walks to Mugdock Country Park and Milngavie Reservoir offer scenic views of natural beauty to clear the mind. Cycle trails, karting, golf courses, even axe-throwing. Over the back of the hill is the renowned Glengoyne Distillery for tours and tastings. Whether you’re seeking a relaxing meal out or exploring the area, Milngavie offers a delightful range of intriguing venues for relaxation or to recover from your activities around Scotland.

Vacation in Scotland - Bungee Activities on Finnieston Crane - Near the Large garden villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Bungee
Things to do at Glasgow, Scotland - Empire, Odeon, Showcase, Cineworld Cinemas - Near large garden villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Cinemas (Glasgow)
Outdoor activities to do in Scotland - Easy walking/cycling - Milngavie reservoir
Easy Walking/Cycling
Bowling activities to do while vacation in Scotland - Near the Large garden villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland, Milngavie
Entertainment
Activities to do in Scotland - Fishing with Carbeth Fishery, Woodburn Trout Fishery - Escape to holiday rental in Milngavie, Glasgow
Fishing
Activities to do at Scotland - Golf Courses in Glasgow Neighborhood
Golf Courses
Activities to do in Scotland - Hill Walking - Milngavie Reservoir, Mugdock Country Park, Conic, Ben Lomond, Dumgoyne, Cobbler, Ben A’an & Ben Vorlych
Hill-Walking
Family holiday in Scotland - Kids Play Areas - Monkey Madness, Pandamonium Playcentre, Playtown Soft Play
Kids Play Areas
Outdoor and adrenalin activities to do while holiday in Scotland
Outdoor/Adrenalin Activities
Activities to do while visiting Scotland for family holiday - sailing in Bardowie Loch, Largs Marina
Sailing
Activities to do while visiting Scotland for holiday - Shooting school in Loch Lomond and shooting Ground at North Ayrshire
Shooting
Air Space Freestyle Jumping & Trampolining - Activities to do in Scotland - Escape to holiday Villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Trampolining
Things to do in Scotland - Outdoor activities - Loch Lomond Wakeboarding/water skiing
Wakeboarding/Water Skiing

Activities & Sights - Further Afield

For those wanting to venture beyond Glasgow, explore Inveraray or Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park, these activities in Scotland provide a blend of natural beauty and historical intrigue, perfect for those seeking things to do outside Glasgow.

Holidat at Scotland - Places to visit in Scotland - Isle of Arran
Isle of Arran
Outdoor activities to do in Scotland - Aviemore/Carrbridge Landmark Adventure Park - Escape to large garden Villa in Milngavie, Glasgow
Aviemore/Carrbridge
Outdoor places to visit in Scotland - Watersports, golf, beaches, seaside town - Elie/Anstruther
Elie/Anstruther
Escape to Scotland and discover ideas of things to do at Scotland - Near the Large garden villa at Pleasant Hill Scotland
Fort William
Places to visit at Scotland - Hebridian Islands - Skye, Islay, Tiree, Jura, Harris & Lewis Scottish islands
Hebridian Islands
Places to visit at Scotland - Museum and Castle visit - Inveraray Castle
Inveraray
Scotland Highland and Inverness - Fort George/Augustus, Loch Ness, Highlanders Museum, Culloden, Distilleries (incl Glenmorangie, Tomatin, Dalwhinnie)
Inverness
Places to visit at Scotland - Experience Loch Lomond and Surroundings - Visit Scotland
Loch Lomond
Places to visit at Scotland - Beaches, golf, boat tours, rock climbing, Museum of Flight - North Berwick
North Berwick
Places to visit at Scotland - Sightseeing in Glasgow Neighborhood - Seaside town, Gateway to the Isles, Distilleries,
Oban
Activities to do in Scotland - Scone Palace, BlackWatch Castle & Museum visit - Perth, Scotland
Perth
Activities and sightseeing in Glasgow neighborhood and further afield - Golf, university, cathedral, beaches, distilleries - St. Andrews, Soctland
St. Andrews
Day out sightseeing and places to visit in Scotland - Monument and museum visit - Stirling city, Scotland
Stirling

Hostelries/Eateries - Within Easy Range of Milngavie

Milngavie has oodles of options for eating at the many restaurants and bars around Milngavie. Taste indulgent local flavours and enjoy hearty Scottish fare after taking in the countryside air or a day of outdoor activities outside Glasgow. Try whisky tastings at Milngavie’s own specialist whisky shop as well as Scotland’s recently-awarded ‘Sports Bar of the Year’ (with an active programme of live music performances).

Local coffee shop - Hostelries/Eateries - Near Pleasant Hill Large garden Villa
Local Coffee Shops
Places to visit around Glasgow Neighborhood - Short walk to local pubs, bars, restaurant, pizza place, station, bar grill, etc
Local Pubs/Bars/Restaurants
Driving distance nearby restaurant to visit while enjoying your stay in at Pleasant Hill Scotland - Massimo, Raffaelle’s, Grace&Favour, Ashoka, Monadh’s Kitchen, Kember&Jones, Burger & Bun
Restaurants (driving distance)
Food, shop, groceries available nearby - Take Away food - delivery food
Take-Away Food (delivered to door)
Places to visit in Scotland - Favourite restaurants in city centre - Nearby Restaurant in Glasgow - Restaurant in Scotland
Favourite Restaurants in City Centre
Further afield restaurants options to visit in Glasgow - Restaurants visit at Scotland
Restaurants (further afield)

Your Own Private (In-House) Entertainment

If relaxation in privacy is what you’re after, unwind at Pleasant Hill Scotland with private entertainment options. Ask our Personal Concierge for advice on orchestrating activities in Milngavie with musical entertainers, private catering, garden games or a cocktail masterclass – perfect for those wanting to create a memorable visit or recover after exploring Glasgow activities.

Mobile Pampering/Beautician
Mobile Pampering/Beautician
Private Cocktail Masterclass
Private Cocktail Masterclass
Inflatable Sports Competitions
Inflatable Sports Competitions