Browse data by topic
Visit this page to browse for data on topics such as accommodation, transport and seasonality
Data
In this section of the Observatory, you will find data and analyses on tourism in Scotland by topic and source of data.
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Seasonal pattern of tourism in Scotland
Browse data on tourism performance quarterly -
Accommodation
Scotland offers a wide range of accommodation for visitors. Find data on where people are staying, and trends in occupancy
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Browse data by source
In this section, you'll find annual tourism performance summaries and timeseries data. -
International Passenger Survey
The main source of data on international tourism in Scotland is the International Passenger Survey (IPS). The IPS measures volume and value of international tourism in Great Britain. -
Great Britain Tourism Survey
The main source of data on domestic overnight tourism in Scotland is the Great Britain Tourism Survey (GBTS). The GBTS measures volume and value of domestic overnight trips taken by GB residents.