Inverness City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Inverness City Centre
Popular places to visit
Inverness Castle
A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.
Victorian Market
You can learn about the history of Inverness with a visit to Victorian Market. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Eastgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Inverness. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Inverness Cathedral
Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.
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.
Culloden Battlefield
You can find out about the history of Inverness with a visit to Culloden Battlefield. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Activities
Day Tour to Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch
Inverness: Guided Walking Tour with a Local
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip
From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour
Our pick of the best Inverness City Centre Hotel Deals
The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
I was very disappointed to be charged £12 for parking my car for one night, which I think is extortionate. The room was very nice and we got a good breakfast The bar closed at 22.00 which was a bit early for residents
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
B&B HOTEL Inverness
ongoing work at lounge reception area , work on all bedrooms and upstairs seemed to have been completed
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive
The best hotel on our Scottish travels. Room was spacious, clean and comfortable. My wife who is not very mobile found movement around the hotel excellent for her needs and staff helped in ensuring diable parking available Dinner and breakfast service and food choices also excellent.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Royal Highland Hotel
We were told that breakfast started at 7.30. Our train was at 7.50 so would not get breakfast. This is very poor show for a STATION hotel. Fortunately the night porter came on duty and said he would make up a take away continental package. So much more helpful that the receptionist man. We had a ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Mercure Inverness Hotel
In a really good location but could do with a little TLC. Restaurants, bars and shops just minutes away. All in all for what we paid it was very good value.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
All good.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Inverness City Centre
Crown
While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Eastgate Shopping Centre.
Dalneigh
Though Dalneigh may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Castle.
Millburn
While Millburn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Shopping Centre and Victorian Market.
Drummond
When in Drummond, you can plan a visit to Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Merkinch
If you're spending some time in Merkinch, Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Ballifeary
While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Botanic Gardens.
