Things to do in Scottish Highlands
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Tours & day trips
See all 511 activitiesOpens in new tabLoch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour
Private & custom tours
See all 282 activitiesOpens in new tabFull-Day Sightseeing Tour of Oban from Glasgow
Cruises & boat tours
See all 19 activitiesOpens in new tabFrom Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
Shows & concerts
See all 3 activitiesOpens in new tabTraditional Scottish Ceilidh Experience
Food, drink & nightlife
See all 38 activitiesOpens in new tabGlasgow: Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate
Popular places to visit
OVO Hydro
Glasgow's multipurpose events venue attracts the biggest names in entertainment. Come to see a performance or simply to admire the building's design.
Ben Nevis
Brave the conditions and climb to the summit of this mountain to see the ruins of an observatory from the 19th century.
University of Glasgow
Explore the campus of one of the U.K.'s oldest universities and feed your fervor for learning in its museums, lecture halls and historic buildings.
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.
Scottish Exhibition and Conference Centre
These buildings that make up one of Scotland’s most important events venues have become iconic sights on the banks of the River Clyde.
Inverness Castle
A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.
George Square
The people of Glasgow love their spacious central gathering place, which is full of statues and surrounded by stately buildings and restaurants.
Portree Harbour
Observe fishing boats coming ashore and dine on fresh seafood in a waterside restaurant at this picturesque harbor.
Stirling Castle
Get a glimpse into the lives of Scotland's historical monarchs at this immaculately preserved hilltop fort and royal residence.
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.
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.
Inshes
Inshes is well liked for many features, particularly its river views, restaurants and golf courses. Though there may not be top sights in Inshes, consider stopping by Eastgate Shopping Centre or Inverness Castle, located nearby.
Kinmylies
While Kinmylies may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.
Milton of Leys
While there might not be top attractions in Milton of Leys, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Eden Court Theatre.
Craggan
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Craggan and surrounding area, you can visit Grantown Museum and Abernethy Golf Club.
- Loch Lomond
- Ben Nevis
- Brodick Isle of Arran Ferry Terminal
- Portree Harbour
- Oban Ferry Terminal
- Urquhart Castle
- Eilean Donan Castle
- Durness Beach
- Ullapool Harbour
- Dunvegan Castle
- Talisker Distillery
- Inveraray Castle
- Dunrobin Castle
- Loch Katrine
- Eden Court Theatre
- Loch Lochy
- Old Man of Storr
- Highland Wildlife Park
- Glenfinnan Viaduct
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