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Things to see in Galashiels (United Kingdom): 23 places and when to go
Galashiels is a town in United Kingdom, and this site lists 23 places in and around it, mainly History (9), Nature (6), Museums and art (5). The best known are Thirlestane Castle, Trimontium and Borders Abbeys Way. The best time to come is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 48. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- United Kingdom · 55.6103, -2.7798
- Places
- 23 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (9) · Nature (6) · Museums and art (5) · Mountains (4) · Hiking (2) · Architecture (2)
- Best time
- April to September.
- Also possible
- February to March, October and December.
- Nearest airport
- EDI Ingliston, Edinburgh, 53 km as the crow flies
What to see in Galashiels
The places in and around Galashiels, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Thirlestane CastleCastle and museum in Scottish Borders, Scotland, United Kingdom13 km
- TrimontiumArchaeological site in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK6.2 km
- Borders Abbeys WayGreat Trail in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK12 km
- Bow Castle BrochArchaeological site in Stow, Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK7.9 km
- Leaderfoot ViaductRailway viaduct near Melrose, Scottish Borders6.4 km
- Legerwood KirkChurch building in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK12 km
- Torwoodlee BrochBroch in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK5.4 km
- Statue of William Wallace, BemersydeStatue in Dryburgh, Scottish Borders8.6 km
- Harmony Garden, Scottish BordersOpen gardens of Harmony Hall in Melrose Scotland3.9 km
- Old Gala HouseMuseum in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK1.9 km
- The HainingSelkirk8.5 km
- Bemersyde MossNature reserve in the Scottish Borders10 km
- Carolside, Scottish BordersCountry house in the Scottish Borders, UK6.9 km
- Galashiels television relay stationTransmitter station in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK621 m
- Ashiesteel HillHill in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK9.8 km
- Eildon Hill NorthHill in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK, one of the Eildon Hills5.2 km
- Eildon Mid HillHill in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK, one of the Eildon Hills5.0 km
- Eildon Wester HillHill in Scottish Borders, Scotland, UK, one of the Eildon Hills5.4 km
- Great Tapestry of Scotland Visitor CentreMuseum2.0 km
- Halliwells House MuseumMuseum in Selkirk, Scotland, UK8.1 km
- Sir Walter Scottʼs CourtroomLocal authority museum in Scotland, United Kingdom8.0 km
- Southern Upland WayLong-distance footpath in Scottish Borders and Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland, UK6.0 km
- Tempest Brewing CoBrewery2.0 km
When to go to Galashiels
The best time to visit Galashiels is April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBetter not7:23
- FebPossible9:19
- MarPossible11:27
- AprBest time13:52
- MayBest time15:58
- JunBest time17:12
- JulBest time16:41
- AugBest time14:48
- SepBest time12:26
- OctPossible10:06
- NovBetter not7:56
- DecPossible6:48
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 17 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 48. In April, 23 of the 23 places are at their best.
When to go to United Kingdom in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Galashiels
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI, Ingliston, Edinburgh), 53 km as the crow flies. How to get around United Kingdom (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Stichill17 places20 km
- Hawick22 places21 km
- Peebles44 places26 km
- Pencaitland41 places32 km
- Cranshaws18 places32 km
- Dumfries & Galloway21 places39 km
And all of United Kingdom, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Galashiels?
The best known: Thirlestane Castle, Trimontium, Borders Abbeys Way, Bow Castle Broch, Leaderfoot Viaduct. In all, 23 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Galashiels?
April to September; also possible: February to March, October and December. In June there are 17 h 12 of daylight, and in December, 6 h 48.
How do you get to Galashiels?
The nearest main airport is Edinburgh Airport (EDI), 53 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Galashiels as the destination and these 23 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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