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CairnGorm Mountain

CairnGorm Ski Area, Aviemore PH22 1RB, Scotland
44 1479 861261
Ranked #7 of 15 attractions in Aviemore
4.0 of 5 stars 110 Reviews
Type: Ski/ Snowboard Areas, Mountains, Trams
Activities: Skiing, Hiking
Traveller Description: The area between Aveimore and Cairngorm mountain base, incorporating the forrests and lochs of Rothiemurchus and Glenmore estates is one of the most... more »
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Sam_19London_UK
London, UK
Contributor
17 reviews
7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012 NEW

I attended the ski school for a 2 day beginner course which I had booked with the ski school. I recommend 3 days if it is your first time skiing. The staff in both the school and the ski hire are friendly and efficient. The quality of the hire equipment were very good. The instructors are supportive and the tuition... More

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JockyJim
Kirriemuir
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 February 2012 NEW

excellent sightseeing for all. bring your camera on a clear day More

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Ann C
Pontefract, United Kingdom
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5 reviews
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 February 2012 NEW

My visit coincided with half term and it was "manic" on the funicular up the mountain, we were squashed in like sardines with skiers and snowboarders in full gear. Once at the top we had to fight our way through for a coffee and as the cloud had descended we could just about see our hand in front of us... More

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Jinkster
Holmfirth, West Yorkshire
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews
3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2012 NEW

Excellent attraction, fantastic restaurant on top. Not to be missed! More

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sweeter42
Warrington, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 February 2012

Visited CairnGorm to go skiing on two days. Overall a great experience - on a good day, the views are incredible! The only downside was the public transport - the buses were at awkward times and with big gaps between them. So be careful to check the times before going. Also there are two companies and the tickets are not... More

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Jillie S
Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
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4 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 February 2012

take cable car to top of hillside for breathtaking views More

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Stuart M
Ellon, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2012

My wife and I travelled to very near the top of Cairn Gorm on the funicular railway which was good with fantastic view from the restaurant at the top. This restaurant is pretty dear for what you get and wasn't the cleanest around the bins and tables. the train itself is also very expensive costing just under £20 for 2... More

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Jacqui13Blackpool
Blackpool
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

Visited on the busiest day since Christmas due to previous nights snowfall. Hour long wait for funicular so passed this time, too cold! Apparently hot choc in cafe is delicious! More

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EdinburghDoug
Scotland
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012

Taking the Funicular Railway up from the base station to the top is truly magical in the clear weather before the next snow- fall. The vista over Loch Morlich and the Cairngorm Mountains is spectacular. On reaching the top there is a super museum detailing geology, geography and environmental matters from early man to the present. Up a level is... More

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JamzyW
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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33 reviews
94 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
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I am a bit of a climber, so to head up to the Cairngorms as part of a group including children, not intent on doing much other than sight seeing seemed like a bit of a boring idea. However, the Funicular Railway, followed by soup and sandwiches, and a bit of a laugh in the snow, as well as a... More

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