Scottish Highlands Travel Guide
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Inverness City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Castle or Victorian Market while you're exploring the area.
Portree Town
If you're spending some time in Portree Town, Somerled Square and Portree Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
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
Restaurants and seaside views are notable features of Broadford. You might consider stopping by Isle of Skye Market Square while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Ballifeary
While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Botanic Gardens.
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.
The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
Room, facilities was good. Be good to have a food option for this arriving after 9pm
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
The Garrison
The room was comfortable. The staff were courteous and welcoming. It was disappointing that there wasn’t a cooked breakfast on offer but understandable as the refurbishment is ongoing.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
The Caledonian Hotel
Staff friendly. Great we could bring our four legged friend
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Rossal House Apartments
The staff is top notch! We woke up to a flat tire and they helped us get on our way. The house is beautiful and the gardens were stunning. We loved staying here
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Highland Apartments By Mansley
The apartment exceeded our expectations. Great central location, 5 minutes walk from the train station, Tesco just a few minutes' walk across the bridge for food supplies, and check-in was seamless. The only negative is that the apartment is above a bar with loud music able to be heard in the bedroom, ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
The Kenmore Club
Everything was excellent but our cottage was already at 3 but we had to pay an early check in fee. Why?? If it was already for us. We didn’t want the hassle of just hanging around for an hour so I paid it. Left a bit of a bad taste
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
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Popular places to visit
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.
Ben Nevis
Brave the conditions and climb to the summit of this mountain to see the ruins of an observatory from the 19th century.
Balmoral Castle
Find out about the history of Crathie with a stop at Balmoral Castle. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.
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.
Activities
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
2 Day Isle Of Skye Self Guided Driving Tour from Portree
West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
Loch Ness & the Highlands from Aberdeen
Oban, Loch Lomond, Loch Awe, & Inveraray Full-Day Tour
Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views
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