Cairnryan, Scotland

The ferry to Cairnryan is ideal for a road-and-ferry-trip exploring the west coast of Scotland, its islands and peninsulas. For a weekend away, Glasgow is just over a couple of hours away by bus or train. Glasgow has a vibrant art and cultural scene, and has been designated as a UNESCO City of Music. Families will enjoy the Glasgow Science Centre and the Riverside Museum as well as the cities green spaces including the Botanic Gardens, Kelvingrove Park and Pollock Country Park, home to the Burrell Collection. From neo-Gothic to Art Nouveau architecture, great shopping districts and an evolving food scene Glasgow is one of the UK’s best cities to visit.