Shandwick Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

sunrise on Shanwick beach, a very still and enjoyable experience. Shandwick is at the end of the Great Glen fault and famed for fossils, although in a morning like this you can feel the history commune with the force of nature
sunrise on Shanwick beach, a very still and enjoyable experience. Shandwick is at the end of the Great Glen fault and famed for fossils, although in a morning like this you can feel the history commune with the force of nature
Port an Righ Where the stream flows to the shore is the spot where mariners used to bring their ships in and anchor them to the rocks. Indeed at certain tide levels it is possible to find a large iron ring secured to one of the boulders for just this purpose. In the 19th Century a proper harbour was developed at Balintore just over a mile up the coast.
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Cave and cliff close to Port an Righ The Easter Ross coastal scenery is rugged and unfrequented. There are many such rocky bluffs like this with impressive caves hollowed out by the pounding sea.
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On the cliff walk, near Shandwick
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Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

4 out of 5
Fresson Circle, Dalcross Inverness Scotland
The price is AU$109 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
AU$109
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
The room was very clean , i was surprised there wasnt any biscuits with tea andvthe coffee.

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport
Kincraig Castle Hotel

Kincraig Castle Hotel

4 out of 5
Tomich Invergordon Scotland
The price is AU$195 per night from 30 Jan to 31 Jan
AU$195
30 Jan - 31 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Invergordon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (278 reviews)
Staff are lovely especially Vijay

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025

Kincraig Castle Hotel
Culloden House Hotel

Culloden House Hotel

4 out of 5
Culloden Inverness Scotland
The price is AU$326 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
AU$326
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (402 reviews)
Culloden House Hotel is an experience steeped in history and warmth. From the moment we arrived, the staff were beyond exceptional. Genuinely kind, attentive, and deeply knowledgeable about the property and its past. Their hospitality alone makes this hotel unforgettable. The history is what truly ...

Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Culloden House Hotel
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The Old Mill Inn

The Old Mill Inn

2.5 out of 5
7 Brodie Pl Forres Scotland
Stay at this holiday home in Forres. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and a garden. Popular attractions Brodie Castle and Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (16 reviews)
Staff very friendly.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

The Old Mill Inn
Macbeth's Hillock

Macbeth's Hillock

2.5 out of 5
Brodie Nairn Scotland
Stay at this cabin in Nairn. Enjoy free parking, a garden and a picnic area. Popular attractions Brodie Castle and Boath House Spa are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (32 reviews)
We were initially very tensed as we are going to Europe for first time. Communicated with the owners (Karen & George), they were very friendly and eased our anxiety. Karen met us after we checked-in and she was very friendly and helpful. My wife and daughter liked the glamping area very much, its ...

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Macbeth's Hillock
Modern Home in Croy, peaceful village located 15 minutes from Inverness.

Modern Home in Croy, peaceful village located 15 minutes from Inverness.

Croy Scotland
Stay at this holiday home in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Cawdor Castle and Castle Stuart are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Extremely clean and stocked well. Amazing communication and recommendations from the host.

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Modern Home in Croy, peaceful village located 15 minutes from Inverness.
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Popular places to visit

3rd tallest LH in Scotland

Tarbat Ness Lighthouse

Find out about the history of Tain with a stop at Tarbat Ness Lighthouse. Discover the bars in this relaxing area or seek out the golf courses.

Tarbat Ness Lighthouse
Weather changes quickly in Scotland; always different amazing views!

Portmahomack Harbour

Explore the waterfront in Portmahomack with a trip to Portmahomack Harbour. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Portmahomack Harbour

Glenmorangie Distillery

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Glenmorangie Distillery during your travels in Tain. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Glenmorangie Distillery

Tain Through Time

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Tain Through Time during your travels in Tain. While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Tain Through Time

North Sutor Cliffs

Explore the great outdoors at North Sutor Cliffs, a lovely green space in Tain. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its lively bars.

North Sutor Cliffs

Tain Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Tain at Tain Golf Course. Wander the seaside and parks while you're in the area.

Tain Golf Course

Activities

Invergordon In-app Audio Tour: Explore Local History, Murals and More

Invergordon In-app Audio Tour: Explore Local History, Murals and More

AU$8
per traveller
Invergordon In-app Audio Tour: Explore Local History, Murals and More
Leaving from Invergordon Cruise Port

Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Loch Ness and Outlander Sites

AU$272
per adult
Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Loch Ness and Outlander Sites
Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour

Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour

AU$260
per adult
Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour
loch Ness, Inverness and Outlander Sites from Invergordon

LOCH NESS, INVERNESS, CLAVA CAIRNS & MORE FROM INVERGORDON

AU$296
per adult
LOCH NESS, INVERNESS, CLAVA CAIRNS & MORE FROM INVERGORDON
Beauly Priory

loch Ness, Inverness and Outlander Sites From Invergordon Port

AU$298
per adult
loch Ness, Inverness and Outlander Sites From Invergordon Port
Inverness Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield and Urquhart Castle

Inverness Castle, Clava, Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness

AU$272
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Inverness Castle, Clava, Culloden Battlefield and Loch Ness
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Cities near Shandwick

Platform 1864, Tain in Scotland. A typical town in the Highlands, Tain is a great place to wander around taking in the atmosphere. We visited the museum which has many examples of Tain silverware and a great insight into local history. Here's a shot of Platform 1864, a cafe at the railway station. We spent time here relaxing over lunch. There's a very good menu and the owner has made a great job in the styling of the interior.

Tain