Top Things to do in Glencoe Village
The 10 Best Things to do in Glencoe Village, Scotland
Discover the best top things to do in Glencoe Village, United Kingdom including Glencoe Lochan, Glen Etive, Visuals of Scotland, Girls on Hills, Glencoe Bike Hire, Lost Valley Trail, Glencoe Folk Museum, The Meeting of the Three Waters, The Glencoe Massacre Monument, Glencoe Mountain Resort.
Restaurants in Glencoe Village
1. Glencoe Lochan
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 308 reviews
Reviewed By Shelauch
Beautiful scenery, and we were lucky enough to see it on a very calm day, so the mirror images in the water were terrific. An easy flat walk round the lochan with loads of photo opportunities.
2. Glen Etive
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 443 reviews
Reviewed By Krs922v - Balloch, United Kingdom
Whilst staying at the Kingshouse Hotel we took a drive to Glen Etive and kept going until we ran out of road at Loch Etive. Lovely drive with single track and lots of passing places. It's very peaceful at the Loch and the scenery was hauntingly beautiful.
3. Visuals of Scotland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Hi - I'm Matt and I run Visuals of Scotland. I offer Landscape photography workshops, holidays and tours in Scotland and the Lake District. Scotland is the most amazing country, full of amazing scenery, buildings and people and my workshops, tours and holidays are designed in mind for you to make the most of all this. From the absolute beginner needing advice on how to use a camera, through to the experienced pro looking for a tour guide - we have a service for everybody.
4. Girls on Hills
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Girls on Hills Ltd is Scotland’s only guided trail, fell and skyrunning company, designed specifically for women. Our guided runs take place in the Glencoe area of the Scottish Highlands and are aimed at women who want to break free from the road and take their running into the mountains. We also offer navigation and mountain safety/hillwalking courses.
5. Glencoe Bike Hire
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
Bike hire from our base in Glencoe Village. Family friendly bike paths and trails from our door. Ladies and men's bikes, and kids bikes from 6 years and up. A selection of mountain and trail bikes and some hybrid road bikes. Helmets, locks and map guides provided as well as our extensive local knowledge. We give discounts to family groups of 3 or more.
Reviewed By Navarro42
Today we hired two bikes to explore the area from Glencoe Bike Hire. On arrival we were provided with a kit consisting of all the essentials (map, bike lock, puncture repair kit) plus great advice about the best cycle routes to try based on our ability. Had a great day and would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area!
6. Lost Valley Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 141 reviews
Reviewed By dr_suchet - Bangkok, Thailand
If you have a chance to visit Scotland, you should find time to drive up north to the high land in Glen Coe. Along the road side A82 before you get into the town of Glen Coe, you will find a land mark of the town ‘The Three Sisters’. You can park your car at the parking lot on the road side. The trail is just starting from there. You will find a small trail leading from the parking lot down to the mountain in front of you. Just walk to the left trail and follow the route. The trail is not too difficult but you need to prepare yourself such as a good hiking shoes , walking stick , drinking water , a jacket etc. it should take you around two to two and a half hour to get to the summit, but you don’t have to worry because you will enjoy the water fall view along the hiking trail. At the top, you will see the famous Lost Valley right in front of you. I love this trail because other than hiking, I also get a very good photo of the mountain and water fall.
7. Glencoe Folk Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 114 reviews
Housed within two authentic 18th century thatched cottages, the museum tells the rich and exciting history of the local area - from the carving of the Ballachulish Goddess in 600BC to the opening of the Ballachulish Bridge in 1975, from Jacobite uprisings to World Wars. Take a peek into a MacDonald cottage of the night of the infamous Massacre of Glencoe, dress up as a Jacobite soldier and practice your 'Highland Charge', or simply let our objects transport you to the past. The museum has a fascinating collection of artefacts including Jacobite relics, costume, paintings, agricultural implements, medical equipment, classic toys, photographs, First and Second World War memorabilia, and domestic items from around the Glencoe area.
Reviewed By traveltoscuba
We stopped in Oct 18th to the Glencoe Folk Museum on the recommendation of our B&B Host and are we ever glad we did. Jimmy the Bush was manning the Museum and we got to talking about our drive vacation thru Scotland. He asked if I had any Scottish blood and I said yes "Henderson". He said "Welcome Home"! I learned so much about the Henderson Clan talking to him and was amazed when he told us the Henderson Clan is part of the Glencoe Massacre and there is a stone inscribed with the Henderson name down from the Glencoe Massacre Memorial. Jimmy the Bush, interesting name with an interesting story behind it, told us how to find the croft where the stone is located. His directions were perfect and seeing the stone was one of the highlights of our trip! Thank you Jimmy for making our trip to Glencoe even more special!!
8. The Meeting of the Three Waters
9. The Glencoe Massacre Monument
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 86 reviews
Reviewed By leanneb807 - Gainesville, United States
As I mentioned in a different review, I specifically had my husband drive to this area so I could see the spot where so many of Clan MacDonald were cruelly massacred by members of Clan Campbell. I had done much reading on the subject and while much of Scotland is steeped in murder and tragedy, this particular event truly touched me. I simply had to see it. I wasn't disappointed. As we stood there looking at all the sites around us, it was as though I could hear the screams of those being attacked by people they had opened their doors to in typical Scottish welcome. I gave my husband a quick overview of what happened, but even without that he appreciated the beauty of the area we were in. Highly recommended. And if you do decide to visit, I also recommend doing some reading in advance on the 'Glencoe Massacre.' Certainly waaaaay in the past - 1692 - but a big part of what helped to shape Scotland.
10. Glencoe Mountain Resort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 88 reviews
Reviewed By Amv1959 - Alloa, United Kingdom
I was typical grannie, booked then read reviews, and thought OMG, what have I done!! Accidentally booked wrong dates, changed correct dates (via e mail and phone) no probs, re arranged suitable date,( Simple) my excellent experience, grandchildren supervised totally loved, was expecting total lack of facilities (kettle bench and seats) all that was needed, plan booking again for snow!!
