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My Heart is in the Highlands

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1 Aug 2006
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Things to Do In and around Inverness
  • Explore locations featured in this Traveler List: Inverness, Scottish Highlands
  • Category: Recent trip
  • Traveler type: Culture, Sightseeing, Shopping, Repeat visitors
  • Appeals to: Couples/romantics, Singles, Families with teenagers, Students, Budget travellers , Tourists
  • Seasons: Summer, Fall
  • Tags: Castles, scenery, riverfront dining
1. Bluebell House
Bluebell House, Inverness, Scottish Highlands
Chraming Victorian B&B within walking distance of everything. 5 minutes to the River Ness bridges, the tourist information office, shopping and dining. 10 minute walk to train and bus station or 5 minutes by taxi
2. Loch Ness Cruise
http://www.Loch-Ness.com
Half a day tour includes not only some histoical and geographical information about Inverness and the surrounding area, but includes a cruise on Loch Ness with one of the researchers of the "Nessie" myth. You can also view Urquart Castle from the river and have the opportunity to explore the castle's ruins.
3. Urquart Castle
This is one of the many Historic Scotland Properties. Impressive ruin of one of the largest castles in Scotland.
4. River Cafe
Popular restaurant for locals and tourists alike. We took advantage of "High Tea" which is an extremely economical way to satisfy the hungriest tourist. The meal begins with of cousre tea (or coffee) and toast and marmalade. The main course I chose was fresh salmon accompanied by several salads and sides. When we thought we were finishes, dessert arrived in the form of many varieties of sweets!
There are tables outside facing the river or you can dine in. It is extemely popular, so reservations are suggested.
5. Cawdor Castle
Cawdor Castle, Scottish Highlands, Scotland
Home of the Earls of Cawdor (yes of Macbeth fame) although there is really no connection the the Bard's character. It is a private "stately" home stilled occupied by the "dowager countess." The maginificant gardens are also worth a visit.
Cawdor is accessible by public transportation. (It is not easy, but doable.)
6. Whiskey Tasting
If you cannot get to a distillery, most of the liquor shops that sell whiskey, will let you taste before you buy (or not). They will also answer questions. Please do not call it Scotch. It is malt whiskey.
7. Hootenany
Thai restaurant / pub with llive folk music played.
8. Culloden Battlefield
Culloden Battlefield, Inverness, Scottish Highlands
The site of the last battle fought on English soil. Take the guided tour if you have a chance. The battlefiled is accessible by bus from Inverness
9. Mustard Seed
Nouvelle Scottish cuisine served in an old church building overlooking the River Ness. Go for the early bird, that includes a glass of wine, a starter and a main course.
10. Orkney Island Excursion
A long day, but a fun opprtunity to see the Orkney Islands. Bus leaves Inverness at 7:30 am, links with the ferry and guided tour on the otherside. It is a fast paced tour, but gives you another flavor of Scotland. It returns to Inverness at 9:pm.
Explore locations featured in this Traveler List: Inverness, Scottish Highlands