Things to do in Scottish Highlands
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Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour
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Clan Tour - OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness
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Private Half Day Wee Hauf Whisky Tour from Inverness
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Glasgow: Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate
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From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
What to do in Scottish Highlands
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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.
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.
Fairy Pools
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fairy Pools during your travels in Minginish.
Portree Harbour
Observe fishing boats coming ashore and dine on fresh seafood in a waterside restaurant at this picturesque harbor.
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.
Inverlochy Castle
You can learn about the history of Fort William with a visit to Inverlochy Castle. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.
Talisker Distillery
Tour a working whisky distillery and sip a dram of the smoky yet sweet single-malt Scotch produced here.
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.
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
Travelers come to Fort William City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like 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.
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.
Ballifeary
If you're spending some time in Ballifeary, Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Botanic Gardens are top sights worth seeing.
