Sightseeing in Inverness - what to see. Complete travel guide

The city’s name has appeared from the River Ness, but a small industrial town has gained worldwide fame not because of this natural attraction. The legend about a mythical creature …
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Inverness is a city with rich history and so it has preserved many monuments for its descendants. Inverness Castle is a wonderful attraction of the city. It was built in the late 19th …
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Inverness can be proud because of a rich choice of natural attractions and sports facilities. The city is popular with fans of ecotourism. A beautiful garden of Floral Hall is located near …
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1. Travelers who decide to rent a car are recommended to visit Sharp's Vehicle Rental office that is located in the railway station. In order to rent a car, tourists will need a driving …
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Survived castles around Inverness
♥ Castle 'Castle Stuart' , 8.9 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Cawdor Castle' Highlands and Islands, 18.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Urquhart Castle' Highlands and Islands, 21.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Brodie Castle' Grampian, 33.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Drumin Castle' Grampian, 53.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Castle Stuart' , 8.9 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Cawdor Castle' Highlands and Islands, 18.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Urquhart Castle' Highlands and Islands, 21.5 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Brodie Castle' Grampian, 33.4 km from the center. On the map


♥ Castle 'Drumin Castle' Grampian, 53.4 km from the center. On the map


Sights around Inverness from our guide 'Extreme places on Earth'
Urquhart Castle
From the series “The Greatest Castles of Scotland”
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Distance from Inverness center - 21.5 km.
Urquhart Castle is placed in a picturesque area. It is surrounded by spacious fields and fertile lands which are used by locals for agriculture. The castle is situated at the top of the hill. From this point opens a great view of Loch Ness lake. Nevertheless that the building was almost destroyed by the explosion, in the lower yard had saved several constructions. The Grant Tower is a popular touristic place in this area. It is possible to look into the medieval gatehouse. Urquhart Castle opens during the whole year but a lot of tourists want to visit it in summer to adore with the nearby green area. …
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