Merkinch Travel Guide

Inverness

a bright light announcing the sunrise over the river Ness
a bright light announcing the sunrise over the river Ness

Popular places to visit

Inverness Castle featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle

Inverness Castle

4/5(95 reviews)

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

Inverness Castle
Urquhart Castle featuring tranquil scenes, heritage elements and a lake or waterhole

Urquhart Castle

4.5/5(93 reviews)

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

4/5(63 reviews)

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

Inverness Cathedral
The vast, simple beauty of Culloden is amplified when our eyes zoom into the ecosystem that lives and thrives here. It was a buzzing afternoon. Bees and bumblebees were just busy at work late in the afternoon when I stopped by the battlefield. #lifeatexpedia #scotland

Culloden Battlefield

4.5/5(100 reviews)

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
Eden Court Theatre showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Eden Court Theatre

4.5/5(36 reviews)

See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.

Eden Court Theatre
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Eastgate Shopping Centre

4/5(230 reviews)

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

Things to do

Eilean Donan Castle

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

£60
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle
Town on Scottish coastline

Day Tour to Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

£66
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Day Tour to Skye & Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour

Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour

£56
per adult
Inverness: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Mallaig, & Loch Ness Day Tour
Glenfinnan Viaduct for the Jacobite Steam Train

Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure

£62
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Inverness: Glenfinnan, Mallaig, and Loch Ness Adventure
From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

£64
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
Inverness: Fort George, Culloden, and Cairngorms Day Trip

The Cairngorms, Culloden, and Speyside Whisky Tour

£61
per adult
The Cairngorms, Culloden, and Speyside Whisky Tour
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Top hotels in Merkinch

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

4 out of 5
Fresson Circle, Dalcross Inverness Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £55 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£55
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
Clean and tidy, friendly helpful staff.

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport
Tulloch Castle Hotel

Tulloch Castle Hotel

4 out of 5
Tulloch Castle Drive Dingwall Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £73 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£73
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Dingwall. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (735 reviews)
Excellent staff and great restaurant

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

Tulloch Castle Hotel
The Royal Highland Hotel

The Royal Highland Hotel

3 out of 5
Station Square Inverness Scotland
The price is £86 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
£86
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
Clean room and great shower

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

The Royal Highland Hotel
AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

4 out of 5
GLEBE STREET Inverness Scotland
The price is £71 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
£71
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (962 reviews)
Staff were lovely, room was stunning and very clean. Breakfast was so tasty

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
B&B HOTEL Inverness

B&B HOTEL Inverness

3 out of 5
63 Academy Street Inverness Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £54 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
£54
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Fantastic friendly welcoming staff Spotless room quiet and warm.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

B&B HOTEL Inverness
Mercure Inverness Hotel

Mercure Inverness Hotel

4 out of 5
Church Street Inverness Scotland
The price is £64 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
£64
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Room clean staff polite and friendly

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Mercure Inverness Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Merkinch

Inverness Castle showing a river or creek, a castle and heritage elements

Inverness City Centre

4.5/5(343 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Castle or Victorian Market while you're exploring the area.

Inverness City Centre
Canoeing Loch Ness section of the Caledonian Canal, near Fort Augustus, Scottish Highlands, Scotland, United Kingdom, Europe

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 Castle.

Dalneigh
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Kinmylies

5/5(2 area reviews)

While Kinmylies may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Castle.

Kinmylies
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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
CREATE Highland Centre for Enterprise and Innovation - Inverness College - Midmills Building - Crown Avenue - Inverness city - Highlands - Scotland - UK

Crown

While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Eastgate Shopping Centre.

Crown
The River Ness running through Inverness, on Scotland’s northeast coast. Inverness is the largest city and the cultural capital of the Scottish Highlands. Scotland, United Kingdom

Ballifeary

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

Ballifeary

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