Elgin is a gem in the heart of Moray, where heritage and nature meet in perfect harmony. The ruins of Elgin Cathedral are a striking sight – once one of Scotland’s most magnificent medieval buildings. For whisky lovers, Glen Moray Distillery offers a refined taste of local spirits. Families will enjoy Cooper Park, with its boating pond and play areas, while the nearby Moray Motor Museum showcases vintage vehicles in a charming setting. Other top picks for family days out in Elgin include the Biblical Garden and a scenic walk along the River Lossie.
Hotels in Elgin
What to do in Elgin
Elgin may be the smallest city in Scotland, but it has plenty to offer tourists and business travellers alike. Situated in Morayshire, in the North East of Scotland, Elgin is within easy reach of both Inverness and Aberdeen, making it the ideal destination for a day-trip if you’re staying in one of Premier Inn’s hotels in one of these locations.
Elgin’s most famous attraction is Elgin Cathedral, which is just five minutes’ drive from our Premier Inn Elgin hotel. Other attractions in and around Elgin include Elgin Museum, Duffus Castle, the Glen Moray Distillery and Elgin Biblical Garden, which contains an example of every plant mentioned in the Bible.
The Premier Inn Elgin is also in the perfect location for business travellers, as it’s situated close to Elgin Pinefield Industrial Estate, Linkwood Industrial Estate and Chanonry Industrial Estate.