Sitting within the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, at the centre of the village are the Falls of Dochart. The Killin Music Festival runs every June and showcases Celtic music. Killin is located less than an hour and a half from Glasgow.placeholder image
Sitting within the Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park, at the centre of the village are the Falls of Dochart. The Killin Music Festival runs every June and showcases Celtic music. Killin is located less than an hour and a half from Glasgow. | Google Maps

The 14 most charming and beautiful villages near Glasgow to visit this summer

Callum McCormack
By Callum McCormack

News Features Writer

Published 30th Jul 2024, 15:01 GMT
Updated 3rd Jun 2025, 22:08 GMT

Glasgow has its own charms, but it is also surrounded by some beautiful towns and villages to visit this summer.

Glasgow has a number of charming villages and towns on its doorstep, providing great options for those looking to escape the city for the day.

From villages steeped in history to those with stunning views of Scotland’s lochs and overlooked by Munro peaks, Glasgow is a gateway to explore some beautiful scenery.

Take a look at our gallery of the most charming villages and towns around Glasgow and plan your next trip.

Drymen boasts a long history and is a popular tourist destination. The village is now a popular stopover on the West Highland Way and Rob Roy Way. The Clachan Inn is thought to be one of Scotland's oldest pubs, dating back to 1734. Drymen is located 45 minutes from Glasgow.

13. Drymen

Drymen boasts a long history and is a popular tourist destination. The village is now a popular stopover on the West Highland Way and Rob Roy Way. The Clachan Inn is thought to be one of Scotland's oldest pubs, dating back to 1734. Drymen is located 45 minutes from Glasgow. | Google Maps

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