A detailed, driver-focused map of Scotland for road trips, heritage trails, and Highland adventures.

The AA Road Map of Scotland (Sheet 9) is a trusted, easy-to-use navigation tool ideal for both tourists and locals travelling throughout the vast and varied landscape of Scotland. Whether you’re meandering through the glens of the Highlands, exploring the wild coastlines of the west, or navigating between Edinburgh’s bustling city streets and Glasgow’s vibrant culture, this updated edition of AA’s much-loved map series provides exceptional clarity, coverage, and practical information.

Part of the acclaimed AA Road Map Britain series, this Scotland sheet is one of the most popular regional maps, covering the entire country in a single folded map at a scale of 1:300,000 (approx. 3 miles to 1 inch). It offers a balance of detail and scope that is ideal for route planning, day-to-day driving, or leisurely touring.

🗺️ Comprehensive Coverage

This map includes all of Scotland, from the Borders to the Highlands, and from the east coast to the Western Isles:

• Major Cities: Edinburgh, Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Stirling, Inverness

• Touring Routes: North Coast 500, Argyll Coastal Route, Fife Coastal Route, and Borders Historic Route

• Islands & Ferry Links: Covers ferry connections to Skye, Mull, Orkney, and Shetland with inset maps

• National Parks: Cairngorms and Loch Lomond & The Trossachs marked and shaded for easy reference

• Lochs, Rivers, and Mountains: Includes natural features like Loch Ness, Ben Nevis, the River Spey, and more

• Remote Access: Minor roads and scenic detours through areas like the Hebrides, Wester Ross, and Galloway

🔍 Map Features

• Motorways, A and B roads with clear symbols and route numbers

• Scenic and tourist routes highlighted to help you plan the most picturesque drives

• Points of Interest such as castles, battlefields, gardens, golf courses, and scenic viewpoints

• Walking trails and cycleways indicated in key tourist regions

• Ferry crossings, with port names and routes to key islands (Skye, Mull, Islay, Orkney, Shetland, and the Outer Hebrides)

• Toll roads, bridges, and rest/service areas for long-distance planning

• Town plan inset: Includes detailed street map of central Edinburgh and Glasgow

• Full place-name index with grid references for fast lookup

🧾 Map Specifications

• Map Series: AA Road Map Britain – Sheet 9

• Region: Scotland – full national coverage

• Scale: 1:300,000 (3 miles to 1 inch / 5 km to 1 cm)

• Format: Folded road map

• Folded Size: 245 mm x 110 mm

• Unfolded Size: Approx. 1000 mm x 700 mm

• ISBN: 9780749584146

• Publisher: AA Publishing

• Edition: 2024 (Published 23 May 2024)

• Print Quality: Full colour, high contrast, easy-read design

• Material: Durable, heavy-duty paper

🎯 Who Should Use This Map?

• Tourists & holidaymakers exploring Scotland by car

• Campervan and caravan travellers planning scenic trips

• Hikers and cyclists looking for regional orientation

• History and heritage buffs interested in castles, monuments, and ancient sites

• Local drivers seeking route planning support across urban and rural areas

• Students & educators studying Scotland’s geography and transport infrastructure

✅ Why Choose AA Road Maps?

• Published by AA, Britain’s most trusted motoring organisation

• Clear visual layout designed with road users in mind

• Regularly updated with new infrastructure, road changes, and tourist info

• Compact and lightweight – perfect for glove boxes and backpacks

• An ideal complement to sat nav or mobile apps – offering the big-picture view digital devices lack

🧭 Bonus Tip: Touring with Purpose

Pair this map with themed guidebooks or road atlases to build a deeper travel experience. Plan routes around:

• Whisky distilleries from Speyside to Islay

• Castles and clan heritage from Stirling to Eilean Donan

• Wildlife hotspots in Cairngorms and Mull

• Film and TV locations such as Outlander and James Bond's Skyfall

Scotland’s landscapes are legendary – and this map helps you see them all.
From dramatic sea cliffs and historic glens to cosmopolitan cities and remote islands, the AA Road Map Scotland (Series 9) is the most accessible, affordable, and user-friendly tool for unlocking the full breadth of this unforgettable country.

Fold it. Plan it. Take it with you – and go explore.