Things to see and do in the Highlands

Welcome to the Highlands, a beautiful and inspiring region with a fascinating history, ancient landscapes and a long list of things to see and do. Explore famous lochs, breathtaking beaches and magnificent glens, witness battlefields and ancient monuments, admire local arts and crafts, try almost every outdoor activity you could think of and marvel at the beauty of a remarkable range of wildlife.

Itineraries

Enjoy a great day out using our itineraries for the Highlands. Follow one of the many established trails, around Pictish stones or along the coast, or spend three days visiting the region's fascinating castles.

Looking across to Dunrobin Castle, near Golspie, Sutherland

Tours

Choose from a selection of tours in Inverness or around the Highlands which take you sightseeing round the attractions or whisky tours and walking tours.

The Jacobite Warrior cruise ship on Loch Ness at Urquhart Castle pier

Shopping

Go shopping in the Highlands for retail therapy from well-known national brands to local artists and craftspeople. Browse the listings and plan your shopping trip today.

Looking along Inverness high street

Events

Don’t miss the variety of events in the Highlands, from the ancient Burning of the Clavie fire festival in January, to the legendary summer Highland games. Take a look at this year-round Highland events calendar and plan your holiday in Scotland today.

A gig in the Planet Tent at the Outsider Festival

Attractions

Explore the incredible selection of attractions in the Highlands and uncover the region’s fascinating history, culture, and nature. Browse the listings for more information on attractions in the Highlands and plan your fun day out in Scotland today.

The Clan Macpherson Museum

Activities

The Highlands offers a fantastic range of adventurous outdoor activities with opportunities for skiing, snowboarding, climbing, mountain biking and a whole lot else

A snowboarder doing a jump at Cairngorm Mountain Ski Centre

Food and drink

Sample delicious food and drink in the Highlands, a region renowned for its tasty local produce and boasting wide variety of great places to eat and drink.

Locally caught langoustines at the Badachro Inn

Family days out

The Highlands offer the perfect destination for a family day out with fascinating museums, castles, gardens and more to enjoy.

Children drawing at Urquhart Castle

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Eielan Donan Castle surrounded by lochs and mountains
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Flowerbeds at Inverewe Gardens

Parks and gardens

Take a stroll through one of the parks and gardens in the Highlands. Browse the listings and organise your day out today.

A woman photographing a dolphin breaking water on a boat trip on the Moray Firth

Wildlife

The Highlands is home to a remarkable range of wildlife, from the Cairngorms National Park to the Moray Firth.

Looking through a window into a gallery

Arts and culture

Uncover the works of gifted local artists in the Highlands and attend thrilling arts festivals.

The Town House and other historic buildings on the High Street of Inverness
Inverness

For a relaxing city break, head north to Inverness, the capital of the Highlands.

Looking across to Dunrobin Castle, near Golspie, Sutherland
Castle itinerary

Explore the dramatic history of the Scottish Highlands as you take a tour around the various castles in the region.

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