Moffat
Things to do in Moffat, Dumfries and Galloway
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Moffat draws visitors as a proper base for exploring the Scottish hills and countryside. The town offers a good supply of hotels—the Buccleuch Arms Hotel and Claudio's Restaurant both rate 4.7 from several hundred reviews—alongside two campsites for those wanting to be closer to the outdoors. The Grey Mares Tail Nature Reserve, rated 4.6 from over 1,500 reviews, sits within reach and clearly draws walkers and nature enthusiasts. Station Park, a more modest local spot, rounds out the attractions nearby.
The food scene punches above what you might expect in a town of this size. Cafe Ariete and Claudio's both achieve 4.7 ratings, while Mutchies Munchies reaches 4.6. The Rumblin Tum is solid at 4.3 with over 1,100 reviews, suggesting it has real staying power. Hugo's on Wheels and The Green Frog offer further variety. There is plainly enough here to eat well without repeating yourself.
Where to stay in Moffat(13)
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The Famous Star Hotel and Balmoral Hotel both rate 4.6, and the Moffat House reaches 4.5, so you have good mid-range options alongside the well-reviewed Buccleuch Arms. The Black Bull Hotel, with nearly 900 reviews at 4.2, serves as a straightforward alternative. Moffat Camping and Caravanning Club Site rates 4.6 from an impressive 1,573 reviews, suggesting it has earned its reputation with regular visitors.
Annandale Arms Hotel
High Street, Moffat
Buchan Guest House
Beechgrove, Moffat
Hazel Bank
Academy Road, Moffat
Ivybeth B&B
5 The Whins, Moffat
Moffat House
High Street, Moffat
No 29 Well Street B & B
29 Well Street, Moffat
The Famous Star Hotel
44 High Street, Moffat
Balmoral Hotel
High Street, Moffat
Things to Do in Moffat(2)
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Where to Eat in Moffat(8)
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Attractions Near Moffat
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14 mi
The Leadhills and Wanlockhead Railway
Leadhills · ⭐ 4.7
14 mi
Museum of Lead Mining
Wanlockhead · ⭐ 4.6
Lockerbie Ice Rink
Lockerbie · ⭐ 4.6
15 mi
Drumlanrig Castle
Thornhill · ⭐ 4.5
Dalscone Farm
Dumfries
Ellisland Museum and Farm
Dumfries · ⭐ 4.6
Garden of Cosmic Speculation
Dumfries
17 mi
Mossburn Community Farm
Lockerbie · ⭐ 4.7
Camping in Moffat(2)
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Moffat Camping and Caravanning Club Site
⭐ 4.6
The Green Frog Caravan Site
⭐ 3.6
Moffat Manor Country Park
⭐ 3.9
Moffat Manor Holiday Park
⭐ 4.3 · from £28/night
Howslack Farm Certificated Location
⭐ 4.8
Angecroft Park
⭐ 4.1
Kirk Loch Caravan Park
⭐ 4.4 · from £18/night
Kirk Loch Caravan and Camping Site
⭐ 4.4
Self-Catering Cottages in Moffat
All cottages in Moffat →Kirsty Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £397
Summerlea Cottage
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £642
1 Ladyknowe
2 bed · sleeps 4 · from £841
3 Ladyknowe
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £947
Dye Mill Cottage
1 bed · sleeps 4 · from £327
Roseburn Cottage
1 bed · sleeps 2 · from £333
Lodge Four
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £742
Lodge One
3 bed · sleeps 6 · from £742
Common questions about Moffat
How many campsites are there in Moffat?
We list 2 campsites in and around Moffat, of which 2 take tents.
Which campsites in Moffat have electric hook-up?
1 of the 2 campsites we list in Moffat offer an electric hook-up.
Where can I stay in Moffat?
We list 13 hotels, B&Bs and guest houses in and around Moffat.
What is there to do in Moffat?
We list 2 attractions and things to do in and around Moffat.
Where can I eat in Moffat?
We list 8 restaurants, pubs and cafes in and around Moffat.
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