Why people love visiting friendly Lanarkshire
Enjoy the history and other features of Lanarkshire. Well known for its restaurants, waterfalls and bars, this welcoming city won't disappoint. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Sightseeing in and around Lanarkshire
Do you want to find things to do while you're in the area? Venture out of your cosy holiday rental and check out everything that makes Lanarkshire a one-of-a-kind holiday spot. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Hamilton Park Racecourse (0.7 mi / 1.1 km)
- M & D's Scotland Theme Park (1.5 mi / 2.4 km)
- M&Ds Theme Park (1.5 mi / 2.5 km)
- Five Sisters Zoo (19.9 mi / 32.1 km)
- Macdonald Inchyra Hotel Spa (20.1 mi / 32.3 km)
- Dalmahoy Golf Course (27.8 mi / 44.7 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Lanarkshire
Whether you're an active traveller or just want to take in the scenery, Lanarkshire is a great place to get outside. These are a few of the area's most enchanting features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Strathclyde Country Park (1.1 mi / 1.8 km)
- Chatelherault Country Park (2 mi / 3.1 km)
- Glasgow Green (8.5 mi / 13.6 km)
- Pollok Country Park (10.8 mi / 17.3 km)
- Kelvingrove Park (11.1 mi / 17.9 km)
- Bellahouston Park (11.4 mi / 18.3 km)
Travelling to and around Lanarkshire
If you're travelling by train, Hamilton West Station, Hamilton Central Station and Blantyre Station are the main stations that serve the city.