Things to do in Scottish Highlands
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Tours & day trips
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Adventure & outdoor
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Private & custom tours
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See all 19 activitiesOpens in new tabFrom Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 34 activitiesOpens in new tabGlasgow: Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate
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.
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.
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.
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.
Broadford
Unique features of Broadford include the restaurants and seaside views. Make a stop by Isle of Skye Market Square or Magpie while you're exploring the area.
Ballifeary
While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.
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.
Ardvasar
You'll enjoy the museums and monuments in Ardvasar. You might want to make time for a stop at Armadale Ferry Terminal or Museum of the Isles.
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