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A Complete guide on where to see Highland cows in Inverness

Top 4 Places to See Highland Cows in Inverness Scotland’s iconic Highland cows often called hairy coos by the native…
Scottish Wild Geese in Flight

A Nature Reserve in the Heart of the Highland Capital

Explore this hidden gem in Inverness – a must-do for wildlife enthusiasts! If you are a wildlife enthusiast then come…
Highland cow in Scotland

Explore Our Highland Wildlife

Meet our fantastic wildlife! Are you looking to explore Highland wildlife? If so then read on and see where to…
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Inverness and Loch Ness Fun Facts

Fun Facts of Inverness and Loch Ness Here at Visit Inverness Loch Ness, we work endlessly to ensure the ultimate…
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Spring has Sprung in Scotland

Events this Spring in Inverness and Loch Ness Spring in Inverness and Loch Ness has arrived! And just in time…
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How the Ice Age moulded Inverness and Loch Ness

Explore interesting places where the ice age in Scotland left its mark around Inverness Here, the area around Inverness and…
View of Loch Ness from a boat

So where IS Loch Ness exactly?

Where is Loch Ness? Everyone has heard of Loch Ness. A huge Scottish loch surrounded by mystery and legend. But,…

The Best Hiking Trails Around Inverness And Loch Ness

Our Top Three Hiking Trails We often get asked by visitors where the best places to hike in the area…

The Best Lochs To Go Kayaking In And Around Loch Ness And Inverness

Kayaking Holidays in Scotland The Inverness and Loch Ness region is known around the world for amazing scenery and beautiful…
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Highland Whisky Distilleries: Mastering the Single Malt

When thinking about Scotland, there is a fair chance that whisky will be a prominent feature. Indeed, it is so…
Beautiful green walkway in the Scottish Highlands

Explore these Hidden Highland Treasures

Hidden Gems in the Scottish Highlands Inverness and Loch Ness welcomes thousands of visitors every year. All eager to experience…

10 Interesting Loch Ness Facts

Who Knew? Fun-tastical Facts About Loch Ness Thousands of visitors come to Loch Ness every year for the beautiful scenery…
A single track road near Loch Ness in Scotland

Drive Safely – Enjoy Single Track Roads

Driving on Single Track Roads in Scotland Did you know there are over 2500 miles of single track roads in…

Visiting Loch Ness from Inverness

Getting from Inverness to Loch Ness “How easy is it to get from Inverness to Loch Ness?” – a question people often…
Scottish Highlands Landscape, Mountains, Green Field of Scotland

Oh Bonnie Bonnie Scotland!

Scotland, the Most Beautiful Country in the World Once again, Rough Guide readers have voted Scotland the most beautiful country…
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Explore Inverness and Loch Ness on Two Wheels!

Cycle Around Loch Ness and Inverness The Inverness and Loch Ness region offer cycling routes for all abilities, from easy…
Cruising on Loch Ness

The Other Myths and Legends Surrounding Loch Ness

Surprising Loch Ness Facts and Stories We all know about Nessie, but Loch Ness isn’t all about monsters. The famous Scottish…
The Clava cairns near Inverness

A Journey through Time

Explore the many prehistoric sites and standing stones near Inverness. As you will know, Stone Circles have been getting a lot…

Car-Free Holidays in Inverness and Loch Ness

Many of our Inverness and Loch Ness visitors arrive in the area by air or rail. And although hiring a…

Everything You Need To Know About The South Loch Ness Trail

For anyone visiting Loch Ness, one of the best ways to enjoy the majesty and wonder of the Scottish Highlands…
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What’s the Weather like in Inverness?

Inverness Weather: We Reveal Some Surprising Facts! “What’s the weather like in Inverness?” That’s a question people frequently ask us. Although…
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A Highland Hogmanay in Scotland

How to Celebrate Hogmanay in the Highlands The Highlands of Scotland are undoubtedly the spiritual home of Hogmanay (New Year’s…
Greig Street Bridge in Inverness at Night

What’s on in Inverness Winter 2018-19

What’s on this Winter in the Highlands? The winter season has definitely arrived as daylight hours get shorter and temperatures…
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Winter Activities to Get the Blood Pumping

Our Favourite Winter Activities in Scotland The Highlands is a truly magical place for a winter break in Scotland. The…

Best Places in Inverness to Wrap Up Your Christmas Shopping

Christmas Shopping in Inverness Are you planning on doing your Christmas shopping in Inverness and Loch Ness this year? Along…

The Highlands on Your Doorstep

Tours from Inverness Thanks to improved travel connections into the capital of the Highlands, Inverness has become the perfect base…
Glen Affric with Autumn colours

Exploring Glen Affric’s Autumn Colours

Glen Affric Walks this Autumn After a lovely summer around Loch Ness and Inverness with daytime temperatures near 30°C, autumn…
Red stag in the rain in Scotland

Have Fun Whatever the Weather

Indoor Activities for a Rainy Day in Inverness and Loch Ness As summer turns to autumn here in Inverness and…
A serpent image in a rock near Loch Ness

The Secret of the Serpent Stone

Today we have a guest post from long time Nessie hunter and Loch Ness mystery blogger Roland Watson, who shares an…
Woman running into a Scottish loch for a swim

Where to go Wild Swimming in the Highlands

Wild Swimming in Scotland near Inverness and Loch Ness First things first, we do not recommend you go wild swimming in…
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In Search of the Real Dun Bonnet

Dun Bonnet’s Cave in Foyers Today we went in search of a cave. Bonaid Odhair Cave to be exact. (Also…
Purple flowers in the gardens of Cawdor Castle

Beautiful Gardens Around Inverness and Loch Ness

Come and Explore our Loch Ness and Inverness Gardens At this time of year, our Loch Ness and Inverness gardens…
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The Highland Midge

How to avoid Midges in the Scottish Highlands If you have never been to the Highlands before, you may have…
Etape Loch Ness 2016, Sun 24th April 2015

Etape Loch Ness 2018

The fifth annual Etape Loch Ness 2018 cycling sportive (that means it’s a challenge, not a race!) took place on…
Cruising on Loch Ness

Explore Loch Ness with Google Maps

Virtual Tours of Loch Ness This great video from the people at Google Maps explains their motivation in mapping Loch…

A SUPer day out on the water!

Stand Up Paddleboarding in Inverness and Loch Ness What do you get when the Visit Inverness Loch Ness team spend…

Things you Need to Know Before Coming to Scotland

So, you’re thinking of adding Inverness and Loch Ness to your travel bucket list? After all, where else can you…

Five Loch Ness and Inverness Attractions for your Bucket List

Our Highland Travel Bucket List There’s no better start to the New Year than writing a bucket list of things…
Romantic sunset over the waters of Loch Ness

The Perfect Romantic Highland Getaway

Fall in Love with Romantic Holidays in Scotland We can offer a whole host of different romantic holidays here in…
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3 Exciting Highland Events this 2018

What’s on in the Highlands in 2018? As a new year begins, our thoughts turn to upcoming events and what…

Meall Fuar-Mhonaidh “Hill of the Cold Slopes”

Explore Loch Ness’ most prominent hill for some amazing views of the Loch and the Great Glen Our area around…
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A wee wander along the Caledonian Canal

Walk along the towpath from Inverness to Clachnaharry, where the Caledonian Canal meets the Sea… We have already mentioned the Caledonian…
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A Short Winter Walk To A Very Historic Site

Visit the ancient fort of Craig Phadrig and enjoy stunning views over the Beauly Firth Highland days are a little…
Nairn Harbour with beautiful Sunset and yaghts

Follow the River Nairn from the seaside to Cawdor

This tranquil riverside walk takes you to the historic village of Cawdor We have already introduced you to a few…

5 Things to Look Forward To At Loch Ness KnitFest 2017

This October, Loch Ness KnitFest 2017 returns to Inverness and Loch Ness and we are already getting a little bit…

A Highland Getaway To The Breath-Taking Highland Club

With luxurious self-catering apartments set in 20 acres of beautiful grounds on the southern shores of Loch Ness, there’s nothing…

Highland Military Tattoo 8-10 September 2017, Fort George, near Inverness

One of Scotland’s favourite events is coming back to Fort George near Inverness this September – our friends at the Highland…

Autumn Adventures in Loch Ness and Inverness: What to Do and Where to Go

Summer may have passed and the days are getting shorter, but autumn is a great time to visit Inverness and…

Haunted Highlands: Places to Visit if you Dare

Highland Ghost Stories That’ll Give You The Chills In a country full of ancient castles, Scottish battlefields and stone circles,…

Xmas Breaks in the Highlands: What to look forward to this Festive Season

Christmas in Scotland doesn’t get much better than a Highland Xmas breaks. The Highlands are special all year round and…

The Best Alfresco Dining in Inverness and Loch Ness

The Highlands may not be known for alfresco dining. But really, it’s time to change this misconception! As summer arrives,…
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Places to Stay on a Loch Ness Holiday

If you are planning a break to explore the Inverness Loch Ness area then one of your first concerns will…
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New Release by Tomatin Distillery Co

New limited edition whisky released from Tomatin Distillery The Tomatin Distillery Co Ltd a prominent member of VisitInvernessLochNess Ltd has…
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A Taste of Inverness & Loch Ness

We have travelled around Inverness and Loch Ness to find the tastiest home baking! It’s VisitScotland’s “Year of Food and…
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Inverness Halloween Show Kicks off Winter Festival Programme

Head to Inverness this weekend for one of Scotland’s largest annual outdoor fancy dress events – an eerie, immersive al fresco…
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What’s Happening at the Inverness Film Festival 2015?

The 13th annual Inverness Film Festival will bring five days of film fun to the Highland capital from 4th –…
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Christmas Events around Inverness

A great choice of Christmas Events around Inverness for all ages! The first snow of the year has fallen in…

New, exciting challenges for the New Year!

Runners and cyclists love Inverness and Loch Ness for the scenic routes to explore and fantastic races to enter, but…

Your Scottish Wedding Venue Checklist for the Ultimate Scottish Wedding

So, congratulations! You’re planning the most important day of our life! Yet, a wedding can take over your life with…
Loch Ness and Urquhart castle with hills in the background

Facts and Legends surrounding Inverness and Loch Ness

Fascinating Loch Ness and Inverness facts & legends As you are likely to know, Loch Ness is near Inverness. And…

Did you Know? Part 2

More riveting facts fiction & myths about Inverness and Loch Ness Continuing the series of riveting, factual and fictional snippets…

A Fairytale Wedding in the Highlands of Scotland

The Perfect Highland Wedding The Highlands of Scotland make for an amazingly beautiful backdrop for that special wedding day, anytime…
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How to tell a true Scotsman…

If you believe all the stories a true Scotsman is identified by: a) his ginger hair b) a modest boast…
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Five famous people from Inverness and Loch Ness

Our region has born and raised many famous people over the years, from very different walks of life. Many have…