What are the different types of historical maps available for Scotland?

There are a diverse and wide variety of historical maps available for Scotland. On Pastmaps.com, you'll find 872 topographic maps and aerials.

What is the oldest map of Scotland?

According to Pastmaps.com, the oldest map of Scotland is from 1870.

Where can I purchase historical maps of Scotland for my home or office?

You can purchase museum-quality prints of any of the 872 historical maps of Scotland on Pastmaps.com.

Where can I download high-res historical maps of Scotland?

You can download high-res versions of any of the 872 historical maps of Scotland on Pastmaps.com. Use them however you'd like, no subscription required.

Are there historical topographic maps available for Scotland?

According to Pastmaps.com, there are 872 historical topographic maps available for Scotland.

Is there historical aerial imagery available for Scotland?

According to Pastmaps.com, high-res modern satellite and LiDAR imagery are available for this area, but historical aerial imagery is not yet available.

Where are historical maps of Scotland sourced from?

According to Pastmaps.com, historical maps of Scotland are sourced from a variety of trusted public and private collections, including national libraries and archives such as the U.S. Geological Survey, the Library of Congress, and the National Library of Scotland.

1870s Maps of Scotland

Explore 872 historic maps of Scotland from the 1870s. These maps offer a rare glimpse into what life looked like during the 1870s — showing old roads, neighborhoods, homes, and landmarks that have changed or disappeared over time.

Whether you're researching your family's past, planning a metal detecting trip, or studying how Scotland's landscape evolved across the 1870s, these high-resolution maps are a powerful tool for exploring the history of this region.

Focus on a specific era: All maps on this page are from the 1870s, giving you a focused view of this time period.
See what’s changed: Compare century-old streets, trails, and buildings to today's modern landscape using overlays and satellite layers.
Research with precision: Use these maps for genealogy, historical research, land use analysis, or educational projects.
View, download, or print: Maps are fully viewable online in high resolution, and can be downloaded or printed for your own records.

Start exploring Scotland's history through authentic maps from the 1870s. This is your window into the past.

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1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLVI, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLVI
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Perth And Kinross, Highland, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet LXXXVI, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet LXXXVI
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Highland, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Elgin, Sheet III, 1872 Print
1870 Elgin, Sheet III
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Lossiemouth, Moray, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXIX, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXIX
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Highland, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXVI, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXVI
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Catlodge, Crubenbeg, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CLIV, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CLIV
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Perth And Kinross, Highland, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXVIII, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXVIII
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Highland, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CII, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CII
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Tromie Mills, Highland, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLIII, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLIII
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Highland, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXX, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXX
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Highland, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXVII, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXVII
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Highland, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet LXIX, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet LXIX
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Highland, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Banffshire, Sheet XIII (with inset XIIIA), 1872 Print
1870 Banffshire, Sheet XIII (with inset XIIIA)
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Aultmore, Mulben, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Banffshire, Sheet VII, 1872 Print
1870 Banffshire, Sheet VII
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Fochabers, Mosstodloch, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLIV, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLIV
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Perth And Kinross, Highland, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CLV, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CLV
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Perth And Kinross, Highland, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLV, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLV
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Perth And Kinross, Highland, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXIII, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXIII
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Highland, United Kingdom, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet C, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet C
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Gergask, Highland, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXXII, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXXII
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Perth And Kinross, Highland, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXXI, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXXXI
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Cuaich, Dalwhinnie, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLI, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLI
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Monessie, Achluachrach, and other nearby areas
2 unique versions available
1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet LXXXVII, 1872 Print
1870 Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet LXXXVII
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Kingussie, Insh, and other nearby areas
1870 Map of Aberdeenshire, Sheet VIII, 1872 Print
1870 Aberdeenshire, Sheet VIII
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Crimond, Rathen, and other nearby areas
1870 Map of Elgin, Sheet V, 1872 Print
1870 Elgin, Sheet V
1872 Print · Ordnance Survey
Covers Scotland, including Findhorn, Moray, and other nearby areas

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Frequently asked questions

What are the different types of historical maps available for Scotland?
There are a diverse and wide variety of historical maps available for Scotland. On Pastmaps.com, you'll find 872 topographic maps and aerials.
What is the oldest map of Scotland?
According to Pastmaps.com, the oldest map of Scotland is this 1870 Map of Inverness-shire (Mainland), Sheet CXLVI.
Where can I purchase historical maps of Scotland for my home or office?
You can purchase museum-quality prints of any of the 872 historical maps of Scotland on Pastmaps.com.
Where can I download high-res historical maps of Scotland?
You can download high-res versions of any of the 872 historical maps of Scotland on Pastmaps.com. Use them however you'd like, no subscription required.
Are there historical topographic maps available for Scotland?
According to Pastmaps.com, there are 872 historical topographic maps available for Scotland.
Is there historical aerial imagery available for Scotland?
According to Pastmaps.com, high-res modern satellite and LiDAR imagery are available for this area, but historical aerial imagery is not yet available.
Where are historical maps of Scotland sourced from?
According to Pastmaps.com, historical maps of Scotland are sourced from a variety of trusted public and private collections, including national libraries and archives such as the U.S. Geological Survey, the Library of Congress, and the National Library of Scotland.

1870s Maps of Scotland

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