Scottish Highlands
Travel Guide
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![Oban showing a coastal town and a bay or harbor](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138190-Oban.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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![Inverness showing a river or creek and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138224-Inverness.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)
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Visit Scottish Highlands
Where to stay in Scottish Highlands
![Inverness Castle showing a river or creek, heritage elements and chateau or palace](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138225-Inverness.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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 featuring railway items and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138248-Fort-William.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Portree which includes rugged coastline](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138361-Portree.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Portree Town
If you're spending some time in Portree Town, Somerled Square and Portree Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
![Red Skye restaurant in Broadford offers great quality, fresh, local produce in a cosy restaurant just off the main road heading into Broadford from the Skye Bridge. Well worth a visit. An added bonus is the staff are so friendly and helpful!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/30ed63e77526673275170db1ab9f2108.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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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.
![Inverness Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138236-Inverness.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Ballifeary
If you're spending some time in Ballifeary, Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral are top sights worth seeing.
![The Caledonian Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13410000/13407600/13407571/fbe1cb65_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1630000/1627800/1627747/16ef2590_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83680000/83675100/83675058/18583bde_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 16, 2025
![The Kenmore Club](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9240000/9234200/9234110/29fd7ea2_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2025
![Inverness City Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6500000/6495300/6495205/d07f9024_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Dec 31, 2024
![Highland Apartments By Mansley](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9440000/9430200/9430188/33590cfd_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2024
Popular places to visit
![Ben Nevis featuring mountains, tranquil scenes and forests](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138978-Ben-Nevis.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149366-Lochearnhead.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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 which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138611-Inverness-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Inverness Castle
A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.
![Portree Harbour featuring a bay or harbor and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138376-Portree.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Portree Harbour
Observe fishing boats coming ashore and dine on fresh seafood in a waterside restaurant at this picturesque harbor.
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Fairy Pools
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fairy Pools during your travels in Minginish.
![Urquhart Castle featuring building ruins, heritage elements and a castle](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138529-Urquhart-Castle.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
Things to do
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West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
![From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4857316/a1566961-6bec-4de1-9eff-5fdf33052988.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
![Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Day Trip from Edinburgh](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/840779/cad3aabd-21ce-4b80-8300-ed2a85701b80.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands Day Trip
![Picturesque Cawdor Castle - Scottish castle with large maze](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2053906/1f495975-3a12-4763-899c-3b1c7a05206a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour
![Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5082836/479c3687-458b-49b7-9f9d-02bf6d75c6f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)