Public Toilets in Scotland & Wales
Last Updated: December 2025
Quick Summary (TL;DR)
Scotland and Wales have over 1,200 public toilets combined. Edinburgh and Glasgow have excellent city centre provision with modern facilities at St James Quarter and Buchanan Galleries. Cardiff's St David's shopping centre offers outstanding accessible and family toilets. The Scottish Highlands have facilities at visitor centres along the NC500, while Snowdonia has toilets in popular villages. Use our map to find toilets with specific features across both nations.
Who This Guide Is For:
- ✅ Tourists visiting Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Cardiff
- ✅ Hikers exploring the Scottish Highlands and Snowdonia
- ✅ Rugby fans visiting Principality Stadium and Murrayfield
- ✅ Festival-goers at the Edinburgh Fringe and Cardiff events
- ✅ Road-trippers on the NC500 and Welsh coastal routes
🏴 Scotland Toilet Overview
Major Cities
Edinburgh and Glasgow have excellent toilet provision. Edinburgh's St James Quarter and Glasgow's Buchanan Galleries offer modern, clean facilities. Both cities have accessible toilets throughout their centres.
- • Edinburgh: St James Quarter, Waverley Station
- • Glasgow: Buchanan Galleries, Central Station
- • Aberdeen: Union Square shopping centre
Highlands & Islands
The Scottish Highlands have toilets at visitor centres, popular villages, and along the NC500 route. Facilities are limited in remote areas, so plan ahead.
- • Loch Ness: Urquhart Castle, Drumnadrochit
- • Skye: Portree, Dunvegan
- • NC500: John o'Groats, Durness, Ullapool
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🏴 Wales Toilet Overview
South Wales
Cardiff has excellent facilities, with St David's shopping centre offering some of the best toilets in Wales. Swansea and Newport also have good city centre provision.
- • Cardiff: St David's, Central Station, Castle
- • Swansea: Quadrant Centre, Marina
- • Newport: Friars Walk shopping centre
North Wales & Snowdonia
Snowdonia National Park has toilets at car parks and visitor centres. Coastal towns like Llandudno, Rhyl, and Conwy have beach and town centre facilities.
- • Snowdonia: Betws-y-Coed, Llanberis
- • Llandudno: Promenade, town centre
- • Conwy: Castle area, quayside
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Toilet Types by Area
| Location Type | Typical Cost | Hours | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centres | Free | Centre hours | Shoppers, families |
| Train Stations | Free-40p | Station hours | Travelers |
| Highland/Park Car Parks | 20-50p | Daylight hours | Hikers, tourists |
| Airports | Free | 24/7 | Travelers, 24hr access |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find public toilets in Edinburgh?
Edinburgh has toilets at Waverley Station, Princes Street Gardens, the Royal Mile, and St James Quarter. The St James Quarter has excellent modern facilities.
Are there toilets on the NC500 route?
Yes, there are toilets at popular stops including John o'Groats, Durness, Ullapool, and various visitor centres. Facilities can be limited in remote areas, so plan ahead.
Where are public toilets in Cardiff city centre?
Cardiff has toilets at St David's shopping centre, Cardiff Central station, Cardiff Castle, and Queen Street. St David's has outstanding free facilities.
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