Places to Visit, Things to Do and Days Out in Highlands & Islands of Scotland
Britain's Finest Places to Visit, Things to Do and Days Out in Highlands & Islands of Scotland are listed below.
Inverewe Garden (Garden)
Poolewe, Highland
The garden is nurtured by the warm currents of the North Atlantic Drift, and is set amidst some of the country´s finest scenery. Over time a... more
Boat of Garten Golf Club (Golf Course)
Nethybridge Road, Boat of Garten, Highland
There are two par fives, four par threes and nine fours. Its shortness makes the driver almost unnecessary... more
Inveraray Castle & Garden (Historic House)
Argyll Estates Office, Cherry Park, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
On display are the famous Armoury Collection, French Tapestries that were made especially for the castle and fine examples of Scottish, English and European furniture. It... more
Inverness Museum & Art Gallery (Museum / Art Gallery)
Castle Wynd, Inverness, Highland
Have the opportunity to get face to face with a pine marten and scratch a badger's belly. Experience Highland contemporary art and crafts and unlock a... more
Machrie Golf Links (Golf Course)
Port Ellen, Isle of Islay, Argyll & Bute
The lack of bunkers is explained by the positioning of the greens, some are raised, some are in hollows. The weather can make Machrie totally unplayable,... more
Dunrobin Castle & Museum (Historic House)
Dunrobin Castle, Golspie, Highland
The house was designed by Sir Charles Barry, who also built The Houses of Parliament. There are collections of paintings, furniture, ceremonial robes and Sutherland family... more
An Cala (Garden)
Isle of Seil, Argyll & Bute
There is colourful planting throughout - Poulsen roses, Japanese cherry trees, Ghent azaleas and escallonia hedges are just some of the original plants that have survived... more
Auchindrain Highland Farm Township (Attraction / Activity)
auchindrain-highland-farm-township, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
When Queen Victoria visited Auchindrain in 1875, it was to be shown 'the primitive village'. By the time the last tenant retired in 1962, Auchindrain was... more
Dunvegan Castle & Gardens (Historic House)
Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, Highland
Over time, we have given a warm Highland welcome to visitors and we look forward to welcoming you... more
Machrihanish Golf Club (Golf Course)
Campbeltown, Argyll & Bute
The course is 6,225 yards in total and features eight par fours and just one par three on the inward nine with two par fives just... more
CairnGorm Mountain Ltd (Attraction / Activity)
Aviemore, Highland
From the viewing terrace on a clear day, enjoy spectacular panoramic views which will remain with you forever. Alternatively explore the mountain by foot during the... more
The Hill House (Historic House)
Upper Colquhoun Street, Helensburgh, Argyll & Bute
Most of the furniture and all the interior fittings and decorative schemes are also by Mackintosh. Displays include work of new designers, demonstration of the effects... more
The Scottish Sealife Sanctuary (Attraction / Activity)
Barcaldine, Oban, Argyll & Bute
Hand feed some of the sharks or rays or hold some starfish or crabs. Always present are the two resident seals - Lorne and Gigha who... more
Dunrobin Castle Gardens (Garden)
Golspie, Highland
Recently another formal garden has been made, of wooden pyramids covered in clematis and climbing roses. In addition there are also fine woodlands through which visitors... more
Achnacloich (Garden)
Connel, Oban, Argyll & Bute
Serious planting began in 1952, with rhododendrons, azaleas, magnolias, a growing eucryphia collection and varieties of trees and shrubs - many from the Southern hemisphere. Best... more
Highland Wildlife Park (Attraction / Activity)
Kincraig, Kingussie, Highland
Drive through our reserve in your own vehicle past yaks, European bison, red deer, Bactrain camels, elk and more before exploring the rest of the Park... more
Nairn Golf Club (Golf Course)
Seabank Road, Nairn, Highland
The ninth (Icehouse) is another cracking par four requiring a drive avoiding the whin bushes on the left and the bunkers on the right. The three... more
Highland Folk Museum, Newtonmore (Attraction / Activity)
Kingussie Road, Newtonmore, Highland
The museum encapsulates human endeavour and development in Highland life from the 1700's to the present day... more
Loch Lomond Sea Life Centre (Attraction / Activity)
Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch, Argyll & Bute
Prepare for astonishing close views of everything from humble starfish to mighty sharks, all in displays which carefully recreate their natural habitats... more
Arduaine Garden (Garden)
Arduaine, Oban, Argyll & Bute
The rhododendrons bring enthusiasts from far and wide, and azaleas, magnolias and many other shrubs fill the garden with scent and colour. Blue Tibetan poppies, giant... more
Highland Folk Museum, Newtonmore (Museum / Art Gallery)
Kingussie Road, Newtonmore, Highland
The museum encapsulates human endeavour and development in Highland life from the 1700's to the present day... more
The Kingsclub Spa (Spa)
The Kingsmills Hotel, Culcabock Road, Inverness, Highland
An array of spa packages including full day, half day and spa breaks with accommodation are on offer. The three fully equipped treatment rooms are designed... more
Loch Lomond Golf Club (Golf Course)
Rossdhu HouseLuss, Alexandria, Argyll & Bute
Only seen by the public when the Scottish Open is on television. Each hole is varied and immensely challenging, the loch and the towering Ben Lomond... more
Attadale Gardens (Garden)
Strathcarron, Highland
Since the storms of the 1980s, owners Ewen and Nicky Macpherson have planted more than 2000 trees and shrubs. Old paths have been revealed, bridges built... more
Strathspey Railway (Attraction / Activity)
Aviemore Station, Dalfaber Road, Aviemore, Highland
Individuals, couples, families or indeed larger groups will enjoy the experience and whether you require a light snack or lunch, the new catering service is there... more
Dunbeath Castle (Garden)
Dunbeath, Highland
It has herbaceous borders and a mix of vegetables, shrubs and flowers all creating garden ´rooms´... more
Crarae Gardens (Garden)
Crarae, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
The garden was created in 1912 and includes a National Collection of Nothofagus, or southern beech, as well as superb examples of acer, sorbus, eucryphia and... more
Tain Golf Club (Golf Course)
Chapel Road, Tain, Highland
It's a links course with heather and gorse while the Aldie Burn meanders through the course, starting at the 391 yard par four second. The par... more
Achamore Gardens (Garden)
Isle of Gigha, Argyll & Bute
The present compartment woodland layout was created by Col Horlick and his assistant Kitty Lloyd Jones. These woodland compartments give a backdrop to allow the vast... more
Cawdor Castle (Historic House)
Nairn, Highland
The medieval tower and drawbridge are intact and generations of art lovers are responsible for the eclectic collections of paintings, tapestries, furniture and books in the... more
Mount Stuart Gardens (Garden)
Isle of Bute, Argyll & Bute
He also designed the exquisite Rock Garden to the front of the house. The 20th century witnessed further developments, including the replanting of the Rock Garden... more
Brora Golf Club (Golf Course)
Golf Road, Brora, Highland
Brora has all the attributes of the Scottish seaside links - an easy opening hole, a short hole facing main point of the compass, gorse in... more
Clan Donald Skye - Attraction (Attraction / Activity)
Clan Donald Skye, Armadale, Sleat, Argyll & Bute
In 1815, the mansion house was extended to form Armadale Castle, designed by architect James Gillespie Graham... more
Regimental Museum of the Highlanders (Museum / Art Gallery)
Fort George, Ardersier, Inverness, Highland
All the displays are in chronological order from the 18th century to the present day. A comprehensive library and archive collection of books and photographs is... more
Benmore Botanic Garden (Garden)
Dunoon, Argyll & Bute
Home to over 400 species, it cultivates some of the finest Himalayan rhododendrons from the familiar to the rare. Visit the magnificently restored Victorian Fernery... more
Inveraray Jail (Attraction / Activity)
Church Square, Inveraray, Argyll & Bute
Also, join the UK's top ghost hunters in ghost hunting nights and paranormal investigations. A superb visitor attraction with interest and excitement for all ages, Inveraray... more
The Carrick Spa (Spa)
Cameron House, Loch Lomond, Argyll & Bute
The Carrick Spa includes 17 treatment rooms, a selection of hydro pools and thermal treatments and a roof top infinity pool... more
The Castle & Gardens of Mey (Garden)
Thurso, Highland
Many of her favourite roses remain, particularly in the Shell Garden, a small part of the walled garden where the Queen Mother would sometimes sit with... more
Lochalsh Woodland Garden (Garden)
Balmacara, Kyle of Lochalsh, Highland
There are also interesting introductions from Australia and New Zealand. Colour and interest can be found from early spring to late autumn... more
Ardkinglas Woodland Garden (Garden)
Cairndow, Argyll & Bute
There is a Woodland Lochan and gazebo with a unique `Scriptorium´, somewhere to sit and enjoy the view whilst contemplating the quotes. The garden is of... more
Royal Dornoch Golf Club (Golf Course)
Golf Road, Dornoch, Highland
Royal Dornoch has been in the top 20 World Rankings for over 20 years consecutively. The second 18 holes, the Struie Course, is another traditional links... more
Kingussie Golf Club (Golf Course)
Gynack Road, Kingussie, Highland
It's not a long course at only 5,615 yards and while the fairways are generous, position off the tee is the key to scoring. The 475... more
Dunans Castle Woodland Garden (Garden)
Glendaruel, Argyll & Bute
The garden includes a ravine walk through ancient woodland, a marshland boardwalk through a wildflower meadow, an excellent collection of exotic rhododendron and azalea and big... more
The Castle & Gardens of Mey (Historic House)
Mey, Thurso, Highland
For almost half a century The Queen Mother spent many happy summers at Mey. A tour of the castle and gardens affords visitors a rare opportunity... more
Escape at Loch Ness Lodge (Spa)
Brachla, Loch Ness-side, Inverness, Highland
Treatments include Swedish Massage, Indian Head Massage, Hot Stone Therapy, Prescription Facial, Deluxe Manicure, Deluxe Pedicure and Make-up. For wedding parties and other exclusive-use groups we... more
Nevis Range Mountain Experience (Attraction / Activity)
Nevis Range, Torlundy, Fort William, Highland
Nevis Range is also Britain´s highest ski area and a winter wonderland for skiers, boarders and sightseers alike. Climbers also get in on the action, making... more
Cawdor Castle and Gardens (Garden)
Cawdor Castle, Nairn, Highland
The steep `wild´ garden between the castle and the rocky stream of the Cawdor Burn was planted in the 1960s and is a shaggy informal ramble... more
Seaprobe Atlantis (Attraction / Activity)
Old Kerry Slipway, Kyle Of Lochalsh, Isle of Skye, Highland
And on the UK´s only semi-submersible passenger vessel, you cannot only see what is happening in this unknown underwater world, you can feel part of it,... more
Landmark Forest Adventure Park (Attraction / Activity)
Main Street, Carrbridge, Highland
Wild water coaster, Runaway Timber Train Roller coaster , 'Bamboozeleum' magical, hands on, fun science and illusions exhibition, Two high level Challenge courses, Skydive'Parachute jump' simulator,... more
Mount Stuart (Historic House)
Isle of Bute, Argyll & Bute
Surrounded by 300 acres of glorously maintained grounds and gardens... more