Largs Travel Guide

Viking enthusiasts will enjoy the popular seaside town of Largs, right on the Firth of Clyde, 33 miles from Glasgow, Scotland. According to historians, Vikings had a large battle here in 1263 and there is an annual festival each year, as well as a Viking museum.

Things to Do in Largs

The Viking heritage of Largs can be discovered in the interactive attraction, Vikingar! and at the mentioned festival where the battles are re-enacted before a grand firework display, among other celebrations. Take a ferry across to the Isle of Cumbrae, a mile off the shores of Largs, a fun family outing in summer. Glasgow is also easily accessed by train and bus.

Best Time to Visit Largs

Come to Largs in summer for dry, sunny weather and more hours of daylight.