Best Landmarks in Inverness
Discover the best landmarks in Inverness. Find inspiration for your trip with our curated list of top-rated spots, local favorites, and hidden gems.
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The 10 best landmarks in Inverness
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Clava Cairns
Ancient Bronze Age burial cairns aligned with winter solstice, set in mystical Highland woodland.
Inverness IV2 5EU4.6Excellent 3,399 Reviews -
Inverness Castle
Iconic Highland fortress overlooking the River Ness, steeped in Scottish history and opening as a world-class visitor experience in late 2025.
Castle, Inverness IV2 3EG4.1Very Good 4,425 Reviews -
Inverness Cathedral, dedicated to St Andrew
Scotland's northernmost Anglican cathedral, a Victorian Gothic masterpiece beside the River Ness.
Ardross St, Inverness IV3 5NN4.4Very Good 2,003 Reviews -
Ruthven Barracks
Iconic Highland ruins where 12 soldiers held off 300 attackers and Bonnie Prince Charlie's cause ended.
Kingussie PH21 1NS4.7Excellent 866 Reviews -
The Victorian Market
Discover Inverness’s historic Victorian Market: a vibrant hub of independent shops, artisan foods, and timeless charm in the Scottish Highlands.
Academy St, Inverness IV1 1JN4.0Very Good 3,284 Reviews -
Greig St & Greig St Bridge
Historic Victorian suspension footbridge in Inverness famed for its gentle sway and scenic River Ness views.
Inverness IV1 1RF -
Old High Church
Discover Inverness’s oldest church, where centuries of Highland history, sacred traditions, and haunting Jacobite tales converge on scenic St Michael’s Mount.
Church St, Inverness IV1 1EY4.5Excellent 149 Reviews -
Dornoch Cathedral
Scotland's northernmost mainland cathedral: 800 years of faith, fire, and restoration in stone.
Dornoch IV25 3SH4.5Excellent 127 Reviews -
The Ness Bridge, Inverness
Historic crossing over the River Ness offering panoramic city views and access to Inverness’s scenic riverside and heritage sites.
River Ness4.7Excellent 54 Reviews -
The Steeple
A Georgian sentinel of Highland justice, bearing witness to centuries of law, conflict, and the transformative Highland Clearances.
8 Bridge St, Inverness IV1 1HD4.6Excellent 11 Reviews
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Flora Macdonald statue
A striking bronze tribute to Flora Macdonald, the Scottish heroine who helped Bonnie Prince Charlie escape, set against the historic backdrop of Inverness Castle.
Flora MacDonald and Border Collie, View Pl, Inverness IV2 3EG4.4Very Good 127 Reviews -
Wardlaw Mausoleum
A 17th‑century clan mausoleum near Inverness, where Highland history, Jacobite intrigue, and architectural beauty meet in a quiet churchyard.
Wardlaw Rd, Kirkhill, Inverness IV5 7NB4.7Excellent 57 Reviews -
Inverness town
Victorian Gothic Revival sanctuary on the River Ness, blending 200 years of faith with vibrant community life.
Ness Bank, Inverness IV2 4SY4.5Excellent 4 Reviews -
Fort Augustus Lighthouse
Discover the charming Pepperpot Lighthouse, a tiny historic beacon marking the entrance to the Caledonian Canal at Loch Ness in the heart of the Scottish Highlands.
Fort Augustus PH32 4DJ4.3Very Good 35 Reviews -
Inbhir Nis
Victorian stone crossing offering castle views and riverside charm in Inverness's vibrant heart.
Castleview Guest House, 2A Ness Walk, Inverness IV3 5NE4.8Excellent 9 Reviews -
Milton of Clava
Explore ancient Bronze Age burial cairns and standing stones in a serene Scottish setting near the historic Culloden Moor.
Culloden Moor, Inverness IV2 5EU4.5Excellent 28 Reviews -
The Botanic House
Inverness’s vibrant live music venue blending cocktails, pizza, and dynamic entertainment in a welcoming city-center setting.
9-11 Castle St, Inverness IV2 3DX4.2Very Good 50 Reviews -
Jacobite House
Cozy, centrally located serviced accommodation in Inverness with clean rooms, a shared kitchen, and easy access to city attractions.
JACOBITE HOUSE, 53 Church St, Inverness IV1 1DR4.3Very Good 9 Reviews -
Start/Finish of Great Glen way, Inverness
Discover the gateway to Scotland’s iconic Great Glen Way, where urban charm meets Highland adventure in Inverness.
5 View Pl, Inverness IV2 3EG4.2Very Good 12 Reviews -
Clach an Tiompain
A 7th-century Pictish eagle carved in stone, steeped in clan legend and ancient prophecy.
Strathpeffer IV14, UK4.4Very Good 26 Reviews -
Eagle Stone Path
Discover the ancient Eagle Stone, a carved Pictish symbol steeped in clan history and legend on the outskirts of Strathpeffer.
A834, Strathpeffer IV14 9DH4.6Excellent 7 Reviews -
St. Stephen’s Church Inverness
A graceful Gothic-style church in Inverness, blending historic craftsmanship with serene spiritual ambiance.
St. Stephen’s Church, Southside Road at, Old Edinburgh Rd, Inverness IV2 4XA4.7Excellent 22 Reviews -
Great War Memorial
A solemn red sandstone Celtic cross on the banks of the River Ness, honouring Inverness’s fallen from the World Wars and later conflicts.
Cavell Gardens, Inverness IV2 4SY4.6Excellent 8 Reviews -
The Broad Stone, Inverness
An enigmatic prehistoric standing stone with a mysterious hole, marking Inverness's deep connection to ancient Scottish heritage.
The Broad Stone, Kingsmills Rd, Inverness IV2 3RE4.5Excellent 2 Reviews -
Nairn Book & Arts Festival
A vibrant annual festival celebrating literature, art, music, and drama in the scenic Scottish Highlands town of Nairn.
Metropolitan House, 33 High St, Inverness IV1 1HT3.0Average 2 Reviews
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