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What to do in Scottish Highlands
Popular places to visit
Ben Nevis
Brave the conditions and climb to the summit of this mountain to see the ruins of an observatory from the 19th century.
Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park
Visit this Scottish national park to hike through ancient woodlands, relax on the shore of the largest body of freshwater in Britain and enjoy local produce.
Inverness Castle
A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.
Portree Harbour
Observe fishing boats coming ashore and dine on fresh seafood in a waterside restaurant at this picturesque harbor.
Eilean Donan Castle
One of Scotland’s most stunning castles, this icon has been featured in movies ranging from Highlander to The World is Not Enough.
Urquhart Castle
Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.
Fairy Pools
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fairy Pools during your travels in Minginish.
Talisker Distillery
Tour a working whisky distillery and sip a dram of the smoky yet sweet single-malt Scotch produced here.
Dunvegan Castle
Set on a basalt outcrop overlooking Loch Dunvegan, this historic fortress has been home to the chiefs of a prominent Highland clan for eight centuries.
Areas of Scottish Highlands
Inverness City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Museum and Art Gallery or Inverness Castle while you're exploring the area.
Fort William City Centre
Fort William City Centre is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Great Glen Way and West Highland Museum while you're in town.
Inshes
Inshes is well liked for many features, particularly its river views, restaurants and golf courses. Though there may not be top sights in Inshes, consider stopping by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Inverness Castle, located nearby.
Kinmylies
While Kinmylies may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.
Milton of Leys
While there might not be top attractions in Milton of Leys, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Eden Court Theatre.
Crown
While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.
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