Inverness City Centre Travel Guide

Inverness

Inverness Castle showing a river or creek, a castle and heritage elements
Inverness Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a river or creek and a church or cathedral
Inverness Castle which includes heritage architecture, night scenes and a castle
Inverness Cathedral showing heritage architecture, night scenes and heritage elements
Inverness Cathedral showing interior views, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Popular places to visit

Inverness Castle featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle

Inverness Castle

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Inverness Castle
Victorian Market

Victorian Market

You can learn about the history of Inverness with a visit to Victorian Market. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Victorian Market
Eastgate Shopping Centre

Eastgate Shopping Centre

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Eastgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Inverness. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Eastgate Shopping Centre
Urquhart Castle featuring tranquil scenes, heritage elements and a lake or waterhole

Urquhart Castle

Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.

Urquhart Castle
Inverness Cathedral showing heritage architecture, night scenes and heritage elements

Inverness Cathedral

Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.

Inverness Cathedral
Culloden Battlefield

Culloden Battlefield

You can find out about the history of Inverness with a visit to Culloden Battlefield. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Culloden Battlefield

Things to do

Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

£51
per adult
Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour

Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour

£130
per adult
Legendary Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle Tour
Jamie at Culloden house

Clan Tour - OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness

£136
per adult
Clan Tour - OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness
From Inverness: Isle of Skye Scenery Tour with Fairy Pools

From Inverness: Isle of Skye Scenery Tour with Fairy Pools

£125
per adult
From Inverness: Isle of Skye Scenery Tour with Fairy Pools
Inverness Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield and Urquhart Castle

Inverness Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield and Urquhart Castle

£136
per adult
Inverness Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield and Urquhart Castle
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

£34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch
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Top hotels in Inverness City Centre

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland
The price is £149 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
£149
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"This hotel was beautiful and had so much character, even the staircase was ornate and a work of art. The rooms and bathrooms were spacious. We slept with the large windows open and were comfortable. We were immediately in the middle of everything one step out the door, shopping and restaurants were ..."

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

4 out of 5
GLEBE STREET, Inverness, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £179 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£179
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (763 reviews)
"Hotel was very nice and perfect for walking into town."

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
CHURCH ST 83-97, Inverness, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £197 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£197
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
B&B HOTEL Inverness

B&B HOTEL Inverness

3 out of 5
63 Academy Street, Caledonia House, Inverness, Scotland
The price is £140 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£140
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"I had a good stay at B&B HOTEL Inverness. The location is convenient and the staff were friendly, which made the experience pleasant overall. However, the room could use some attention to detail and improvement. The shower screen wasn’t sealing properly, so water spilled out onto the floor, and I ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

B&B HOTEL Inverness
Mercure Inverness Hotel

Mercure Inverness Hotel

4 out of 5
Church Street, Inverness, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £157 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
£157
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,006 reviews)
"The service and food were excellent. You have amazing chef(s)."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

Mercure Inverness Hotel
Bank House

Bank House

2 out of 5
17 Old Edinburgh Rd, Inverness, Scotland
The price is £108 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£108
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (8 reviews)
"Good, clean and well maintained rooms with friendly hosts!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Bank House
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Other neighbourhoods around Inverness City Centre

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Crown

While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

Crown
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Ballifeary

While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.

Ballifeary
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Millburn

While Millburn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Shopping Centre and Victorian Market.

Millburn
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Photo by Alasdair MacNeill (CC BY-SA)

Dalneigh

Though Dalneigh may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.

Dalneigh
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Drummond

When in Drummond, you can plan a visit to Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Drummond
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Merkinch

If you're spending some time in Merkinch, Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Merkinch

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