Explore our Inverness and Loch Ness Castles
Enjoy today. As you know, ancient castles are a big part of our Scottish landscape. Built from the 11th century onwards, they were grand homes and also fortified structures. Usually the residences of royalty and nobility. Today, many have been destroyed, some lie in ruin, while others have been preserved and rebuilt. No visit to Scotland is complete without at least one visit to a castle. And here in the Inverness area, you have plenty to choose from.
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Open to the public
If you are visiting the city of Inverness, visitors are welcome to enjoy exploring the North Tower. Here, you can take in views of River Ness and Inverness from the Inverness Castle Viewpoint. Furthermore, you can visit our other castles near Inverness. Urquhart Castle sits on the banks of Loch Ness and is open to the public. It is a fascinating visitor attraction. Additionally, Cawdor Castle and Dunrobin Castle offer equally captivating days out. Each and every castle has its own gripping history, spectacular architecture and enchanting location.
Stay in a castle
If you fancy being the King or Queen of your very own castle, there are two nearby castles that are available for private hire. Achnigarin Castle and Aldourie Castle offer wonderful event venues for hire. Additionally, you can book accommodation here should you wish to stay.
Keep exploring
And if you want to explore more castles in Scotland and their history you can travel a little further afield. Eilean Donan Castle, Invergarry Castle, Beaufort Castle, Old Inverlochy Castle and Rait Castle are all well worth a visit.
