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Attractions & Activities in Highlands & Islands of Scotland
Attractions and Activities in Highlands & Islands of Scotland, such as CairnGorm Mountain Ltd and Highland Wildlife Park are listed below. The Highlands and Islands present a back cloth of awesome mountains and majestic coastal scenery. The perfect example of this is Fort William, an excellent site for exploring Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in Britain at 4406 feet with its name meaning ‘cloudy mountain’. The Scottish Islands are characterised by long sandy beaches, unpredictable weather, plentiful wildlife and scenery can offer either a peaceful holiday or an action packed adventure.
CairnGorm Mountain Ltd
Aviemore
I’ve always fancied climbing a mountain. The trouble is, I’m not that into hard physical labour and crampons just don’t suit me. Thanks goodness, then, for the Cairngorm Mountain funicular, which whizzes you 2km up Britain’s sixth highest mountain in... more
Highland Wildlife Park
Kincraig, Kingussie
Sitting in the magnificent setting of the Cairngorms National Park, the Highland Wildlife Park’s animal collection covers Scottish wildlife and the endangered species of the world’s mountainous regions. It’s a kind of half safari and half zoo affair... more
Nevis Range Mountain Experience
Nevis Range, Torlundy, Fort William
Nevis Range is situated in the midst of some of the world´s most ancient and beautiful landscapes and is one of the Highland´s premier visitor attractions. Take a trip on Britain´s only mountain gondola, travelling effortlessly to 650m on Aonach Mor... more
Bella Jane Boat Trips
The Jetty, Elgol, Isle of Skye
There’s something about the Isle of Skye that is so beautiful and at one with nature that it seems rude not to immerse yourself in the amazing wildlife. Almost anywhere you go on the island, you’ll be surrounded by brooding mountains and moody... more
The Scottish Sealife Sanctuary
Barcaldine, Oban
Sitting in what has to be one of the most picturesque spots in Britain in a mature spruce forest on the banks of Loch Creran, the Scottish Sea Life sanctuary’s primary focus is the rescue of abandoned common and grey seal pups. But there are plenty... more
Clan Donald Skye - Attraction
Clan Donald Skye, Armadale, Sleat
Goodness me, if you’re after a touch of bonafide Scottish history then you won’t do much better than a visit to Clan Donald Skye’s estate. The estate sprawls across a whopping 20,000 acres in south Skye and has glorious historic gardens plus the... more
Seaprobe Atlantis
Old Kerry Slipway, Kyle Of Lochalsh, Isle of Skye
The Seaprobe Atlantis is totally unique, custom-built, and offers you an experience that no other boat in Britain can match. Operating within the Marine Special Area of Conservation at Kyle of Lochalsh in Scotland, the Atlantis gives you a unique... more
Loch Lomond Sea Life Centre
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch
Set in the impressive Drumkinnon Tower right next to the water, Loch Lomond Aquarium is bursting with marine life and activities that should keep the kids amused for hours. Cammy, Scotland’s only giant sea turtle, is always a big hit with the little... more
Inveraray Jail
Church Square, Inveraray
Inveraray Jail is a living museum and top Scottish visitor attraction where real people portray life in a 19th century prison. Interact with costumed characters, watch courtroom trials, talk to the prisoners, meet the Warder, go to jail and witness... more
Highland Folk Museum, Newtonmore
Kingussie Road, Newtonmore
The Highland Folk Museum brings to life the domestic and working conditions of earlier Highland People. Visitors to this living history museum can learn in a safe and friendly environment, how our highland ancestors lived, how they built their homes,... more
Strathspey Railway
Aviemore Station, Dalfaber Road, Aviemore
The Strathspey Railway aims to offer the visitor an experience of a Railway of the 1950s to 1960s period. Why not take a trip on the train to re-capture the nostalgia of this era. Individuals, couples, families or indeed larger groups will enjoy the... more
Landmark Forest Adventure Park
Main Street, Carrbridge
Uber-tastfully created within a pine forest in Inverness-shire, the Landmark Forest Adventure Park suits adventure lovers and nature fans of all ages. There’s the tallest timber tower in the country (105 steps but awesome views over the Cairngorms),... more
Auchindrain Highland Farm Township
auchindrain-highland-farm-township, Inveraray
Highlands before agricultural improvement, the Highland Clearances and crofting. Townships like this were the norm in 1760, were dropping in numbers by 1810, and were rare by 1860. When Queen Victoria visited Auchindrain in 1875, it was to be shown... more
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