Merkinch Travel Guide
Inverness
Popular places to visit
Inverness Castle
A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.
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.
Inverness Cathedral
Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.
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.
Eden Court Theatre
See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition in Drumnadrochit. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
Things to do
Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch
Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour
Top hotels in Merkinch
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
B&B HOTEL Inverness
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025
Kingsmills Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Merkinch
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.
Inverness City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Museum and Art Gallery or Inverness Castle while you're exploring the area.
Kinmylies
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 Cathedral.
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.
Ballifeary
While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.
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.
- Places of interest
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- Merkinch Local Nature Reserve
- Cairngorms National Park
- Inverness Castle
- Urquhart Castle
- Inverness Cathedral
- Culloden Battlefield
- Eden Court Theatre
- Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition
- Nairn Beach
- Moray Firth
- Castle Stuart
- Chanonry Point Lighthouse
- Fort George
- Clava Cairns
- Victorian Market
- Cawdor Castle
- The Falls of Foyers
- Eastgate Shopping Centre
- Dores Beach
- Boath House Spa
- Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
- Strathpeffer Pavilion
- Inverness Botanic Gardens
- Nairn Golf Club
- Tomatin Distillery
- Nessieland Castle Monster Centre
- Aigas Field Centre