Top Experiences in Inverness Castle

Join your guide on a journey through the brutal history of the Highland Capital. You’ll learn about beheadings and worse on this 90 minute exploration of the dark past of these now peaceful streets.

Ghost sightings not guaranteed, but stories of lost spirits and souls will make you take a second look at this charming city that has seen earthquakes, floods and fires bring devastation long before it became the universally popular destination it is today.

Learn about a knight in shining armour and standing stones we can only hope do not fall over, visit the graves of important figures and find hard evidence of their gruesome habits. Your guide will keep you safe as we follow a trail of bones – ideally in the evening, although we will alternate accommodate timing requests where possible.

This is a 2-7 day private tour of the Scottish Highlands operated by Dirty Daves.... there is no set Itinerary..... no rules and no holds barred..... join Dave for the most crazy and unique tour of Scotland.

This tour is very Scenic visiting areas of Inverness you won’t see on foot or public transport or driving. The Waterways Tour rides along the River Ness and The Caledonian Canal with many stops to learn about the area. A local guide who has lived in Inverness all their life will share history and local events with you. We use easy to ride cruiser bikes on a flat route just over 6 miles. This is adults only tour (teenagers and above).

See the best of Inverness, the capital of the Scottish Highlands, on a City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off tour with our 24-hour ticket... plus you get to choose from a single route option or if you have longer to explore, book the 24hr All Routes ticket! Sightsee at your own pace aboard an open-top, double-decker bus, by hopping on and off as many times as you like at more than 8 tour stops along the routes. Passengers will be able to discover popular tourist attractions including Inverness Castle, Ness Bank, Castle Street Townhouse and many more!

Dive deep into the enchanting world of Outlander in the picturesque city of Inverness through our self-guided walking tour. Alex, a literary historian, expertly narrates the experience, seamlessly intertwining the fictional tales of Jamie and Claire with genuine historical facts and intriguing backstories. Explore iconic spots mentioned in the novels, understand Diana Gabaldon's inspirations, and uncover the realities behind the filming locations. From the bustling High Street to the majestic castle and serene shores of the River Ness, our tour provides a blend of fiction, history, and the magic of Scottish culture. Immerse yourself in the narratives at your own pace. Getting a unique perspective on myths, events like the Jacobite Rebellion, and stories that have shaped the Outlander universe.

Nobody offers as much in a single day as our tour to Loch Ness!

Cross the Highlands of Scotland, learn the history of Glen Coe, tour Loch Ness and wander the streets of Inverness.

Take a walk with Cath, a local to the area and an experienced and qualified tourist guide, around her beautiful city of Inverness. A Walk Inverness tour contains lots of local history, beautiful scenery, architecture, and romantic (yet sometimes bloody) tales that have, over time, shaped Inverness into the thriving city that stands today.

In the true spirit of Outlander, find out more about the short but final confrontation of the Jacobite Rising, the Battle of Culloden in 1746, in which the fate of between 1500 Jacobites was sealed by a poor decision and a hostile terrain.

Cath will fascinate you with references to Outlander along with life in 18th-century Inverness right up to the present day. Sharing stories of clan history, folklore, and legends. Step even further back in time to 565 AD and learn about St. Columba’s visit to the Highlands.

Embark on a culinary adventure through the historic streets of Inverness with our small-group food tour. Led by a knowledgeable local guide, you'll explore the rich tapestry of Highland flavours and beverages. Indulge in iconic Scottish dishes like Haggis and Cullen Skink, complemented by the tastes of locally produced beer and a whisky tasting. Even meet a local or two!

As you savour the Highland produce, immerse yourself in the city's history and culture. Your guide will share fascinating insights into Inverness's landmarks, including the picturesque River Ness and the majestic Inverness Castle. Join us for a gastronomic journey that combines the best of Scottish cuisine with the beauty of this historic city.

Kilts, bagpipes, Gaelic, clans and hot Jacobites (I'm looking at you, Jamie Fraser) - so many of our Scottish stereotypes come from the Highlands.

Inverness has always been the capital of the Highlands, the gateway between the Highland and Lowland communities.

Yet Inverness has a complicated relationship with its Highland heritage. On this tour, you will delve into that relationship through ancient legends, invented traditions and a battle about a cheese.

This audio tour takes you on a 3km walk around the highlights of the town. It takes an hour without stopping but you can pause the tour whenever you choose. The audio plays automatically at exactly the right time and place using your smart phone's GPS and the VoiceMap mobile app, which also works offline.

Take a walk with Cath, a local to the area, and an experienced and qualified tourist guide around her beautiful city of Inverness. A Walk Inverness tour contains lots of local history, beautiful scenery, architecture, and romantic (yet sometimes bloody) tales which have over time, shaped Inverness into the thriving city that stands today.

In the true spirit of Outlander, find out more about the short but final confrontation of the Jacobite Rising, The Battle of Culloden in 1746, in which the fate of between 1500 Jacobites was sealed by a poor decision and a hostile terrain.

Cath will fascinate you with references to Outlander along with life in 18th-century Inverness right up to the present day. Sharing stories of clan history, folklore, and legends. Step even further back in time to 565 AD and learn about St Columba’s visit to the Highlands.

Delve into the magic of the Scottish Highlands with "Highland Whispers: A Romantic Sojourn in Inverness". From the ethereal beauty of Inverness Castle overlooking the city to the age-old charm of Abertarff House, each landmark whispers tales of love and courage that resonate in the heart of the Highlands. Bask in the aura of Flora Macdonald, a heroine who embodies enduring love, and ponder the meaning of life, love, and generosity at the iconic Faith, Hope, and Charity sculptures. To top it off, the architectural elegance of Inverness Town House will leave you spellbound. This journey is more than a tour; it's an immersive love story, waiting to unfold. Book now to experience the romance of Inverness.

This tour is a must do on a visit to Inverness. Meaning "Mouth of the River Ness", Inverness is surrounded by the river and other natural beauty. It is the capital of the Highlands and therefore acts as a main shopping, entertainment and travel centre for the North of Scotland.

On this 1.5 hour tour, you will explore the history and modern culture of Inverness. You'll learn about how the city has grown from its humble beginnings into officially the happiest city in Scotland. This is a family-friendly, leisurely stroll around the city.

Key sights:
Inverness Castle
Eden Court
Inverness Cathedral
River Ness
The Old Town House
Old High Church
Balnain House
and many more hidden gems too

Embark on a whirlwind journey through Inverness with our 'Inverness Whirl: Iconic Landmarks & Highland Highlights' tour. This two-hour walking tour begins at the resource-rich VisitScotland Inverness iCentre and takes you past key city landmarks. Admire the Neo-Gothic Inverness Town House and take in breathtaking highland views from Inverness Castle. Pay homage at the Flora Macdonald statue and immerse in tranquillity amidst the statues of Faith, Hope, and Charity in Cavell Gardens. Experience the city's vibrant arts scene at Eden Court and marvel at the Gothic splendor of Inverness Cathedral. The tour concludes at Balnain House, a beacon of the city's musical heritage. This walking tour is a perfect blend of history, architecture, and culture.

Explore Inverness the way you want to, spend quality time with a local and get a real taste for our beautiful city. With flexible meeting and end points, and a dedicated local guide, maximise your time in Inverness on a private tour.

The capital of the highlands and the main shopping, entertainment and travel destination for Northern Scotland, this charming city will take your breath away!

On this 1.5 hour tour with an expert, local guide, the main sights of Inverness will be brought to life as you explore and learn about how the city has developed. From its humble beginnings as a royal city, to Jacobite risings and castle sieges, to modern life in Inverness today (and of course, the loch ness monster!), come along and discover why Inverness is officially the happiest city in Scotland.

This tour can be customised.
Departing from Invergordon port we travel along the shore of the Cromarty Firth and cross the Cromarty bridge to the Black Isle and make our way to Beauly Priory , the 13th century Monastery built for an order of Valliscaulian monks from Dijon in France and destroyed by Cromwells forces in the 16th Century.

We will then make a brief stop to see some Highland Cattle (see photo) before we carry on over Culnakirk Hill to Drumnadrochit and visit Urquhart Castle which sits on a promontory jutting out in to Loch Ness , the views of the Loch are fantastic from here and it was near here where St Columba is reputed to have seen the Loch Ness Monster.

We then head towards Inverness and as we come in to Inverness we pass the Hill of the Fairies. We stop to see The Old High Church and we pass Inverness Castle and the statue of Flora Macdonald before we travel out to Clava Cairns and have lunch at Cawdor Castle before concluding our tour at Culloden Battlefield.

This is a private and personal tour for you and your party. We will take you to the places that you wish to see. Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle , Culloden Battlefield , Clava Cairns , Cawdor Castle and Beauly Priory. We will also take you to Inverness City centre where you will see Inverness Castle and Inverness Cathedral as well as the oldest house in Inverness - Abertarff House. We will also stop at The old High church where the Jacobite prisoners were held and executed after the Battle of Culloden.

This is a Private 2 day Tour taking in Outlander filming locations as well as visiting The Historic sites related to Outlander and in addition taking people to see Loch Ness and Glencoe and everywhere in between.

This is your day if you choose to spend more time at a location or would like to add something else in let us know we have chosen locations we believe offer the best parts that influenced inspired the creation of Outlander and that are open all year round some other tours locations may not always be available such as castle leoch (leod) .

This tour does not include admissions to urquhart Castle or Fort george

This is a private tour taking you to some of the most visited and very popular places in Scotland including The Isle of Skye , The Fairy Pools , Glencoe , Loch Ness , Eilean Donan Castle and Culloden Battlefield.

Your driver/guide is a Highlander who has many years experience in taking people on private tours throughout the Highlands and Islands and his knowledge of the history and geography of the area will ensure you have a wonderful tour.

Invergordon is just a cozy small town in the Highlands but has all facilities to welcome the Cruise ship passengers in at the port for going on to see a large number of attractions in the Highlands area. Enjoy personal private service without being rushed as when you are a part of a large group. You'll visit Inverness town and Cawdor Castle and of course one of Highland Whisky Distillery.

This tour is a great way to see the best parts of Inverness including cawdor castle home of Lady Cawdor and made famous by Shakespears Macbeth play

spend a little time in inverness and time around the loch taking photos of your day with plenty of back roads and scenic views on route

This tour is a private tour with us, we have upto 8 seats per vehicle and cars can be requested, This is a fantastic road trip heading though Lochcarron towards kyle of lochalsh to see the famous Eilean donan castle

Turning the streets of Inverness Into an Adventure Playground! Get a unique perspective of the city centre on this self-guided, interactive treasure hunt. It's the best way to explore the city!

On your adventure, unlock a hidden trail by finding clues, solving puzzles and completing challenges, earning points along the way.

During your Quest , discover the city's highlights, explore hidden gems, learn some fun facts about the places you visit and see things that most people just pass by.

As the activity is all self-guided through the app, you can start your Quest when you want (must be played during daylight hours), there are no set starting/ending times. No groups to follow.

You can go at your own pace, stopping for longer in one location, taking a break or having a snack in one of the many cafes and pubs along the trail OR you can make it a race and try to get to the top of the city leaderboard!

Instant acess with nothing to print from home. Will you conquer the Quest?

Step into a winter wonderland as "You" lead your family on a magical Christmas tour in Inverness. Begin with the dazzling Inverness Castle, where festive decorations transform this iconic landmark into a yuletide fairy tale. Wander the charming streets to the Victorian Market, a festive haven where unique gifts and local treasures await discovery. Immerse yourself in the holiday-adorned Inverness Museum and Art Gallery, a delightful blend of culture and festive joy. The journey leads to the heart of the season at Eastgate Shopping Centre, featuring Inverness’s magnificent Christmas tree and enchanting seasonal displays. Your adventure doesn’t have to end with the tour; linger in the festive atmosphere, creating unforgettable holiday memories. Join us for a journey where you’re not just a visitor, but the hero of your own Christmas story.

Self-guided Tour & Treasure Hunt Travel Experience

- Over 100 destinations & challenges to explore
- Kid friendly & great for avoiding crowds
- Flexible anytime start
- 100% free cancellation up to 24hrs before
- Just 1 Ticket for your whole group!! (with our great value device sharing ticket)

The smartphone travel tool that helps you discover the great outdoors & connect with the world around you. Utilising seamless GPS technology, it takes you off-the-beaten-track to discover hidden gems & incredible places you may never find alone. As you travel you earn points by visiting destinations, solving clues & completing challenges. The Travel League lets you compete with fellow explorers. Each season win amazing prizes & become the UK’s Greatest Explorer!

Whether exploring by car, on foot around town, or hiking across the countryside, our GPS technology guides you every step of the way. Take the stress out of planning trips with this perfect blend of challenge, fun & learning

Join your professional guide, Andrew Baxter, as he takes you on this self guided audio tour through ancient history. Go back to a time when an almost mythical tribe made Inverness their capital, before following in the footsteps of a Celtic saint who stopped the Loch Ness Monster in her steps. Discover the strange soothsayer with an obsession with bridges as you wobble across the river, avoiding the sinister clutches of wee fairies. Enjoy the myths and legends of Inverness, whilst exploring this great city's amazing past, on this tour around the Capital of the Highlands.

We provide private, personalised tours. We have lived here all our lives and know the Highlands as only a local would. We have spent many years guiding visitors to the most stunning, photogenic places in the Highlands. We know and take pride in this land we call home, and we are eager to share it with you.

Scotland is a big place and with so many amazing places to explore you’ll be right to be excited about your 3 day Isle of Skye, Inverness & Highlands tour. With a guarantee of discovering new and interesting things and seeing breathtaking scenery and landscapes around every turn. You’ll see why so many movie locations were based and filmed here in Scotland, with views that inspired the likes of Harry Potter (Glenfinnan Viaduct) and James Bond (Glencoe), and more.

You’ll be spoilt for choice for getting that perfect picture, especially in the Isle of Skye where many of Scotland’s myths and legends come from. See mountains created by giants, enchanted waters that will give you eternal youth, and hear songs of the faerie folk in the wind.

This is a tour that will fill you with joy and leave you with a feeling that can only come from being truly immersed in the moment - something truly priceless.

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This is a half day tour taking you out to Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness side as well as to Culloden Battlefield where the last battle on British soil took place on the 16th April 1746 , Clava Cairns , Beauly Priory and around Inverness and we will stop to see some Highland Coos and also stop at the Culloden Viaduct which was built in 1898.

This bus tour from Invergordon features highlights from Outlander, Culloden, Castles, Loch Ness & Nessie! It packs in a lot for one day's tour and is very affordable and good value for money. Our website contains full details of all tours and booking.

Our tours are specially put together after taking feedback from YOU. We have surveyed your desires and requests and put them together in our tours. Our guides will impart their knowledge of their local Highlands and answer any of your questions.

Please check the tour times on our website, as the times listed here are approximate. As a general rule tours leave 30 minutes to 1.5 hours after the arrival of the ship and return at least 1 hour before ship departure time. Please check our website which has the exact tour departure and return times for every tour.

We try to take this tour in a 4, 8 or 16 seater vehicle. Thank you

Collecting you from the Port gate we travel along the shore of the Cromarty Firth and cross the Cromarty bridge to the Black Isle and make our way to Beauly Priory , the 13th century Monastery built for an order of Valliscaulian monks from Dijon in France and destroyed by Cromwells forces in the 16th Century. We will then make a brief stop to see some Highland Cattle ( see photo ) before we carry on over Culnakirk Hill to Drumnadrochit and visit Urquhart Castle which sits on a promontory jutting out in to Loch Ness , the views of the Loch are fantastic from here and it was near here where St Columba is reputed to have seen the Loch Ness Monster. We then head towards Inverness and as we come in to Inverness we pass the Hill of the Fairies. We stop to see the Cathedral and The Old High Church and we pass Inverness Castle and the statue of Flora Macdonald before we travel out to Clava Cairns and have lunch at Cawdor Castle before concluding our tour at Culloden Battlefield.

This bus tour from Invergordon features highlights from Outlander, Culloden, Castles, Loch Ness & Nessie! It packs in a lot for one day's tour and is very affordable and good value for money. Entrance to castle is INCLUDED. Our website contains full details of all tours and booking.

Our tours are specially put together after taking feedback from YOU. We have surveyed your desires and requests and put them together in our tours. We provide a quality experience, with free rainmacs if required and a guide or driver guide on our minibuses or buses. Our guides will impart their knowledge of their local Highlands and answer any of your questions.

Please check the tour times on our website, as the times listed here are approximate. As a general rule tours leave 30 minutes to 1.5 hours after the arrival of the ship and return at least 1 hour before ship departure time.

This tour is usually in a bus unless it’s a small shop then it may be in an 8 seater minivan.