The Highlands and Inverness area (or how to find the loch ness monster)

Places to visit

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Obviously Smoo Cave is a very popular pit stop. There’s really quite limited parking which is not ideal, but there are toilets etc at the car park. It’s then a brief, but quiet steep zig zag walk down to the beach, across a wooden bridge and you find yourself at the entrance to the cave. It’s a huge cavernous space which of course oozes atmosphere. Ahead of time this was one of the places I struggled finding proper information on so here are some tips: -The main caves seem to be open 24/7 -The boat trips run I guess most days during the high season, but no info on these is readily available. You have to pay in cash (£4.00) BUT they are very popular. The last one of the day is already at 15:30 or so in the afternoon which is rather limiting. They take you further into the caves -After heavy rains there is a waterfall people rave about, but when I went it was alas not to be seen. If you just walk in as I did you can still penetrate a little further into this underworld enclave. Its tremendous size makes it feel very welcoming and it’s simply an impressive phenomenon to see as part of your trip. The sound of the water, the shape of the rocks, it’s beguiling.

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Smoo

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Obviously Smoo Cave is a very popular pit stop. There’s really quite limited parking which is not ideal, but there are toilets etc at the car park. It’s then a brief, but quiet steep zig zag walk down to the beach, across a wooden bridge and you find yourself at the entrance to the cave. It’s a huge cavernous space which of course oozes atmosphere. Ahead of time this was one of the places I struggled finding proper information on so here are some tips: -The main caves seem to be open 24/7 -The boat trips run I guess most days during the high season, but no info on these is readily available. You have to pay in cash (£4.00) BUT they are very popular. The last one of the day is already at 15:30 or so in the afternoon which is rather limiting. They take you further into the caves -After heavy rains there is a waterfall people rave about, but when I went it was alas not to be seen. If you just walk in as I did you can still penetrate a little further into this underworld enclave. Its tremendous size makes it feel very welcoming and it’s simply an impressive phenomenon to see as part of your trip. The sound of the water, the shape of the rocks, it’s beguiling.

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Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness Sitting on the banks of Loch Ness this historic Scottish Castle attraction is a must for any explorer. Discover more than 1,000 years of stirring history centred on the Great Glen. Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, has seen some of the most dramatic chapters in our nation’s story.

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Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness Sitting on the banks of Loch Ness this historic Scottish Castle attraction is a must for any explorer. Discover more than 1,000 years of stirring history centred on the Great Glen. Urquhart Castle, on the shore of Loch Ness, has seen some of the most dramatic chapters in our nation’s story.

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This Historic Scottish Castle was built around its 15th-century tower house. 30 minutes from Inverness sits Cawdor Castle and its beautiful gardens. This ancient Scottish castle was originally built for the Calder family and later passed to the Campbells in the 16th century. This is still a castle in residence, as home to the Dowager Countess Cawdor, stepmother of Colin Campbell, 7th Earl Cawdor. Cawdor Castle is one of the most well known of the Scottish castles. This is due to it’s literary connection to William Shakespeare’s tragedy Macbeth. It was here the Shakespeare’s title character was made “Thane of Cawdor”.

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This Historic Scottish Castle was built around its 15th-century tower house. 30 minutes from Inverness sits Cawdor Castle and its beautiful gardens. This ancient Scottish castle was originally built for the Calder family and later passed to the Campbells in the 16th century. This is still a castle in residence, as home to the Dowager Countess Cawdor, stepmother of Colin Campbell, 7th Earl Cawdor. Cawdor Castle is one of the most well known of the Scottish castles. This is due to it’s literary connection to William Shakespeare’s tragedy Macbeth. It was here the Shakespeare’s title character was made “Thane of Cawdor”.

Old Inverlochy Castle

ruins of an old historic castle

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Old Inverlochy Castle

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ruins of an old historic castle

Achmelvich Beach Car Park

Very interesting landscape. Well worth a walk to the click mill further north round the coast.

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Achmelvich Beach Car Park

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Very interesting landscape. Well worth a walk to the click mill further north round the coast.

Old Man of Stoer

The place provide you a stunning landscape. The treking path to it starts from the parking of the lighthouse and takes at maximum 2 hours roundtrip. Even the road to the parking is very beautiful. 2.5 hours from Inverness by car

Old Man of Stoer

The place provide you a stunning landscape. The treking path to it starts from the parking of the lighthouse and takes at maximum 2 hours roundtrip. Even the road to the parking is very beautiful. 2.5 hours from Inverness by car

Loch Assynt

One of Scotland's many beauty spots. Don't miss Ardvreck Castle.

Loch Assynt

One of Scotland's many beauty spots. Don't miss Ardvreck Castle.

Knockan Crag station

Fantastic geological artworks to be found at this attraction and an interesting little hike. There are lots of little things to look at, read and enjoy on the way

Knockan Crag station

Fantastic geological artworks to be found at this attraction and an interesting little hike. There are lots of little things to look at, read and enjoy on the way

Culloden Viaduct

Hhe magnificent sight that is the Clava Viaduct. Built by the Highland Railway and opened in 1898, at 549 metres and with 29 spans, it is the longest masonry viaduct in Scotland. Also known as the Nairn Viaduct, as it spans the River Nairn near Clava, is roughly 6 miles from Inverness and remains in regular use for passenger traffic to this day.

Culloden Viaduct

Hhe magnificent sight that is the Clava Viaduct. Built by the Highland Railway and opened in 1898, at 549 metres and with 29 spans, it is the longest masonry viaduct in Scotland. Also known as the Nairn Viaduct, as it spans the River Nairn near Clava, is roughly 6 miles from Inverness and remains in regular use for passenger traffic to this day.

Inverness Cathedral, dedicated to St Andrew

Inverness Cathedral is the most northerly Anglican Cathedral in the UK. A rich history and heritage along with an insight into the history of the church in Scotland after the reformation. A wonderful example of the architecture of Alexander Ross can be found here, along with intricate craftsmanship and details carvings in both stone and wood alongside glorious stained glass windows.

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Inverness Cathedral, dedicated to St Andrew

Ardross Street

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Inverness Cathedral is the most northerly Anglican Cathedral in the UK. A rich history and heritage along with an insight into the history of the church in Scotland after the reformation. A wonderful example of the architecture of Alexander Ross can be found here, along with intricate craftsmanship and details carvings in both stone and wood alongside glorious stained glass windows.

City Sightseeing Inverness

City Sightseeing bus tours are the perfect way to see Inverness. Please visit their website for information about our Inverness City tours including leaflets, maps and timetables. Inverness is the Capital of the Highlands of Scotland. Recorded history goes back to 565AD. Let them take you to see the historic buildings of Church Street, through the shopping area and along the River Ness to the leisure facilities at Bught Park. We continue to see Tomnahurich Hill, grand views of Inverness and the Caledonian Canal Locks . Duration: 1 hour

City Sightseeing Inverness

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City Sightseeing bus tours are the perfect way to see Inverness. Please visit their website for information about our Inverness City tours including leaflets, maps and timetables. Inverness is the Capital of the Highlands of Scotland. Recorded history goes back to 565AD. Let them take you to see the historic buildings of Church Street, through the shopping area and along the River Ness to the leisure facilities at Bught Park. We continue to see Tomnahurich Hill, grand views of Inverness and the Caledonian Canal Locks . Duration: 1 hour

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Inverness Castle is a grand red sandstone building, overlooking the River Ness. The first castle on this site was constructed in 1057, but it has been destroyed and rebuilt many times since then. Today’s structure dates from 1836, Although most of the castle is closed to the public, the north tower is accessible as a viewpoint. There are plans to open up more of the building in future, as the court is soon due to move to another location.

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インヴァネス城

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Inverness Castle is a grand red sandstone building, overlooking the River Ness. The first castle on this site was constructed in 1057, but it has been destroyed and rebuilt many times since then. Today’s structure dates from 1836, Although most of the castle is closed to the public, the north tower is accessible as a viewpoint. There are plans to open up more of the building in future, as the court is soon due to move to another location.

Tarbat Ness Lighthouse

The Tarbat Ness Lighthouse is a tapered cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern, located at the North West tip of the Tarbat Ness peninsula near the fishing village of Portmahomack on the Easr coast of Scotland.

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Tarbat Ness Lighthouse

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The Tarbat Ness Lighthouse is a tapered cylindrical tower with balcony and lantern, located at the North West tip of the Tarbat Ness peninsula near the fishing village of Portmahomack on the Easr coast of Scotland.

Dunnet Head Lighthouse

The point, also known as Easter Head, is at grid reference ND202767, about 18 km (11 mi) west-northwest of John o' Groats and about 20 km (12 mi) from Duncansby Head. Although Easter Head is the most northerly point on the Scottish mainland, the northernmost point of Scotland lies in the Shetland islands, approximately 170 miles (270 km) further north. The peninsula is north-east of the burgh of Thurso, and on a clear day, it affords views of the islands of Stroma to the east, and Hoy and the Orkney Mainland, 15 km (9 miles) away to the north, across the Pentland Firth.

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Dunnet Head Lighthouse

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The point, also known as Easter Head, is at grid reference ND202767, about 18 km (11 mi) west-northwest of John o' Groats and about 20 km (12 mi) from Duncansby Head. Although Easter Head is the most northerly point on the Scottish mainland, the northernmost point of Scotland lies in the Shetland islands, approximately 170 miles (270 km) further north. The peninsula is north-east of the burgh of Thurso, and on a clear day, it affords views of the islands of Stroma to the east, and Hoy and the Orkney Mainland, 15 km (9 miles) away to the north, across the Pentland Firth.

Fyrish Monument

The Fyrish Monument is a monument built in 1782 on Fyrish Hill (Cnoc Fhaoighris), in Fyrish in Evanton, near Alness, Easter Ross. The site of the monument provides an extensive view over the Cromarty Firth and beyond, and Ben Wyvis can be seen clearly, especially impressive if snow-covered. A path to the top starts at a car park northeast of the hill at OS grid NH627715.

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Fyrish Monument

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The Fyrish Monument is a monument built in 1782 on Fyrish Hill (Cnoc Fhaoighris), in Fyrish in Evanton, near Alness, Easter Ross. The site of the monument provides an extensive view over the Cromarty Firth and beyond, and Ben Wyvis can be seen clearly, especially impressive if snow-covered. A path to the top starts at a car park northeast of the hill at OS grid NH627715.

グレンフィナン高架橋展望ポイント

If you’re a bit of a Harry Potter fan (just like me ) then you really don’t want to miss seeing the Harry Potter Train, a.k.a “Hogwarts Express”, thundering along on your next trip to Scotland. You’ll need to head into the stunning Scottish Highlands and seek out the tiny village of Glenfinnan, huddled on the shore of Loch Shiel. It’s around a 30-minute picturesque drive from the large town of Fort William, known as the gateway to the Scottish Highlands. Limited public transport, both train and bus, is available between Fort William and Glenfinnan a few times a day but the easiest way is by car. Set the Glenfinnan Visitor Center on your satnav (PH37 4LT) and enjoy the drive! Once you near the well-signposted Glenfinnan Visitor Center you’ll see the car park right beside it. It’s £3 to park here and can get a little busy around the scheduled steam train times.

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グレンフィナン高架橋展望ポイント

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If you’re a bit of a Harry Potter fan (just like me ) then you really don’t want to miss seeing the Harry Potter Train, a.k.a “Hogwarts Express”, thundering along on your next trip to Scotland. You’ll need to head into the stunning Scottish Highlands and seek out the tiny village of Glenfinnan, huddled on the shore of Loch Shiel. It’s around a 30-minute picturesque drive from the large town of Fort William, known as the gateway to the Scottish Highlands. Limited public transport, both train and bus, is available between Fort William and Glenfinnan a few times a day but the easiest way is by car. Set the Glenfinnan Visitor Center on your satnav (PH37 4LT) and enjoy the drive! Once you near the well-signposted Glenfinnan Visitor Center you’ll see the car park right beside it. It’s £3 to park here and can get a little busy around the scheduled steam train times.