10 TOP Things to Do in Scottish Highlands July 2026

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Scottish Highlands Attractions

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Places of interest in Scottish Highlands

Scottish Highlands is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Scottish Highlands, and make it a breeze to explore Scottish Highlands and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Scottish Highlands to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Scottish Highlands attractions

Scottish Highlands has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Scottish Highlands to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Scottish Highlands.

Looking for things to do in Scottish Highlands can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Scottish Highlands or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Scottish Highlands attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!

Things to do

Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

£85

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

£68

per adult

90% of travellers recommend

Loch Ness, Cawdor Castle, Outlander Sites & More from Inverness

£150

per adult

Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch

£38

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Inverness: The Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle

£77

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Loch Ness and Highlands Explorer Full-Day Tour

From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glen Coe and Highlands Explorer Full-Day Tour

£81

per adult

86% of travellers recommend

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

£74

per adult

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Top places to visit

1. Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park offer some of the most spectacular scenery in the country, just a 1-hour drive north of Glasgow. The villages in the area are steeped in history and legend, and locally sourced food takes pride of place at many of the local restaurants.

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2. Ben Nevis

Ben Nevis is the highest mountain in the United Kingdom. In the western portion of the Grampian Mountains, the picturesque giant dominates the skyline and overlooks several lakes. Join the many hikers and mountaineers who battle the elements year-round to conquer the mountain.

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A mountainous landscape with a lake, a town, and rolling hills.

3. Portree Harbour

Portree Harbour is a sheltered, calm space lined by rows of pastel-colored storefronts and fringed by gentle green hills. Embark on boat trips to nearby islands from the pier and enjoy fresh seafood dishes at one of the family-owned establishments lining the harbor.

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4. Inverness Castle

Inverness Castle is one of the city’s most prominent landmarks, its baronial turrets dominating the skyline. You might recognize the castle as the location of Duncan’s murder in the Shakespearean play Macbeth. Walk around the castle grounds to admire its architecture up-close and see impressive views of the city and along the River Ness.

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5. Eilean Donan Castle

Eilean Donan Castle is among the most photographed monuments in the country. This comes as no surprise considering its dramatic setting on an offshore islet, overlooking the confluence of three sea lochs and surrounded by the mountains of Kintail. Wander through the castle’s interior to see its impressive collection of historic weapons, Jacobean artifacts and period furniture.

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6. Urquhart Castle

Bring your camera for your trip to Urquhart Castle. Its crumbling brown walls and spectacular towers, which are set against the tree-covered hills and still waters of Loch Ness, are extremely photogenic. Learn about 1,000 years of history and trace centuries of conflict between the English and the Scots at these stirring medieval ruins.

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A historic castle ruin by a lake with a grassy hill and a stone pathway.

Recommended things to do in Scottish Highlands

Number of things to do	401
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Inverness: Luggage Storage: £8
Top 5 things to do	City Sightseeing Inverness Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland Kingussie: Highland Wildlife Park Entry Ticket
Half-day tours	Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views Loch Ness and Caledonian Canal 2-Hour Cruise from Dochgarroch Fort William: Seal Island Boat Tour Fort William: Evening Cruise with Views of Ben Nevis Scottish Highlands: Isle of Skye Glass-Bottom Boat Tour
With kids	City Sightseeing Inverness Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Loch Ness 1-Hour Cruise with Urquhart Castle Views Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland Kingussie: Highland Wildlife Park Entry Ticket

What to do in Scottish Highlands

Stay near popular Scottish Highlands attractions

Loch Lomond and The Trossachs National Park

9.4/10 (1,701 reviews)

Visit this Scottish national park to hike through ancient woodlands, relax on the shore of the largest body of freshwater in Britain and enjoy local produce.

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