Stunning beach. Off the NC500 by about 5 miles so not as frequented. Had blue skies and clear green ocean all to ourselves then a few others arrived but not busy at all

Epic beach - off the beaten track. Short walk from the car park. Wonderful dunes, great option to walk to the headland in the middle of the beach at low tide for a wonderful full panorama. Amazing coloured rocks all along also. Highly recommended.

Great park up with a camper van, and a beautiful deserted beach, you feel it’s all yours.

One of Scotland's most beautiful beaches. It's a bit off the beat and track with a steep single track decent to the small car park where you'll find public loos, but I think they close in winter. We had a large motor home and it was fine getting in and out. The beach is a short but steep sandy walk from the car park, so if you have mobility issues, it's not very accessible.

Brilliant beach, plenty of car parking and toilets. The beach is fantastic to walk and play on, lots of small areas between rocks to shelter from the wind at times as well as plenty of open sand to run and play on. The water is clear and due to it being a flat bay area the kids could walk out into the water a fair distance yet still feel and be safe. Top place to visit, whether for a beautiful long stroll by yourself or with the family.

We stayed in the area for a few days. Just a short walk away. It's an impressive, long and wide beach. Besides the cool air you feel like being in the caribbean. Blue, green, turquoise water. Crystal clear. And one of the cleanest beaches you'll ever see. Even in summer it was pretty much deserted. Really only a handful of people. Quite surprising, but it's in a pretty remote area. There are some nice walks around and along the shore. Cross the small hill in the north to get to the equally nice (but smaller) Polin Beach. A wonderful place to be. To walk. To sunbathe. To have a picnic. Some dog-walkers were here too. There's space for everybody. Our Bulldog enjoyed her freedom very much as well. At the time we were here there was a good number of jellyfish washed ashore. Be aware in case you have kids or pets with. A fantastic, impressive beach. A hidden gem. One of the nicest beaches I've ever been to. And I've seen many.

Absolutely stunning! One of the most beautiful beaches in the world but beware, it might look like the caribean but even in summer the water was ice cold!!

Balnakeil Beach – Peaceful and Wild Balnakeil Beach is one of those places that feels like it’s sitting right at the edge of the world. Surrounded by massive sand dunes and wide, open skies, it has a raw, peaceful beauty that’s hard to put into words. It’s quiet, calm, and feels wonderfully secluded — like you’ve discovered a secret spot miles away from everything. The beach stretches far, with soft sand and views that go on forever. Whether you're walking along the shore, climbing the dunes for a better view, or just sitting still and soaking it all in, there’s something really grounding about being there. It’s not busy, not noisy — just the sound of the wind, the sea, and the feeling of space. A perfect spot to pause, breathe, and appreciate the stunning simplicity of the Scottish coast. If you're in the area, don’t skip this one. It’s a beautiful, soul-soothing place that really stays with you.

Stunning white beach. There’s parking available, no toilets.

Absolutely amazing beach. White sand, crystal clear water. Great walks around surrounding dunes.

My favourite beach on NC500

Nice pleasant beach with good doggy paddling capabilities. Worth the stop, photos taken from nearby car park.

Lovely quiet beach with long stretch of clean sand. Gently sloping and clear water for a good paddle. Fresh water streams coming in at far end for doggy drinks (or human if you have a filter)

Spectacular beach in the far north-west of Scotland. Balnakeil Bay gets flatter towards the beach. As a result, the cold Atlantic water can warm up if there is enough sunshine. Two kilometers of the finest sandy beach and hardly anyone far and wide. The only thing you won't find here is shade, unless clouds are hiding the sun. In spring and summer, please be sure to stay on the paths through the dunes so as not to disturb the birds while they are rearing.

This was our second visit and it did not disappoint! We love this site and could not recommend it any higher. From the moment you arrive to the friendly smiles of the owners to the huge smile that will appear on your face when you look over the side of the cliff to the beautiful beach below and out to sea. It is idyllic, peaceful, a fantastic location to sit and unwind or go for a walk. The showers are always clean, there is a kitchen area for those who are camping and don't have their own cooking facilities. It also boasts a laundry room with washing machines and dryers. Nearby is the pub which has really friendly staff and a pool table. There is a shop just up the road which stocks all of the things you could possibly need. Can highly recommend their fresh sausage rolls and the fresh cakes looked yummy as well! Keep walking and you will get to Balnakeil Craft Village where you will find a cafe with the best hot chocolate I have ever tasted. Keep walking further down the lane and you will end up at Balnakeil Beach where there is an old Church and graveyard which are definitely worth a visit. In the other direction from the campsite you will find Smoo Cave which again is a must to visit.

It has everything for every need (late September 25)! Multilingual Friendly staff at reception, throughout the campsite and the bar. There's a breakfast hut but always missed due to being late risers. Several washing up areas for the dishes and folk. Views to die for any time of the day, 2 beaches. Ideal for foraging sea weeds (delicious and healthy). If you love seeing shooting stars, Northern lights (if you are lucky) & the milky way, this is the place to be. Walking distance from the caves, walks, wire thing and cliff jumping and many more activities. Note: there are 2 roads to get to the camp. Be careful with Google maps especially if you have an old and delicate campervan. 1st one is super steep descend and 2nd one is an ordinary road. Will definitely be back again. Would highly recommend

Visited in mid September. Beautiful views at the campsite of the beach and within a scenic short walk to Smoo cave. Clean ample showers and washing facilities. Friendly welcome upon check-in. It's a popular campsite. We was able to get a non-electric pitch after 12pm as they were fully booked. A really nice campsite, reason for 4 star is the price was high for a non-electric pitch on slightly waterlogged ground. There was rabbit droppings, which frustratingly were everywhere on the field and had to be careful not to walk them into our campervan.

A couple of nights here to take a break from driving, well worth it for the views from pitch 64 alone. A bit windy due to Amy, but with hydraulic levellers deployed, stable. EHU added to the comfort. Friendly helpful staff. Washing machine and dryer totalling £9 for a big load. Bracing walk on the beach to clear the lungs. Recommended

Fabulous location ! Overlooking the beach we had great views and could watch the sunrise which was beautiful - friendly staff, clean facilities - great little bar which had a nice buzz - we had clear skies at night so lots of star gazing! Great local walks to more fabulous beaches and coast line - Definitely the site to book first and in advance - we stayed two nights and so glad we did - I had a dip in the sea one morning which was fantastic! Highly recommend Sango Sands and hope to visit again in the near future! :)

The location is lovely but nothing there, campsite clean most pitches have sea view even now in late October was very busy, toilet shower block clean fresh. The site itself could do with some care and spruce up no flowers lights WiFi etc basically just a layered field, the view is only nice part! But realistically for £34 per night it's reasonably priced comparison to alot of others. The guy at reception took my cash, told me pitch number left me to it no receipt or advice.

What a beautiful campsite. The views are just stunning. We stayed in our 7m campervan. No hook up, was £26 for 2 adults. Nice toilets and showers. 20 min walk to SMOO CAVES. worth a stop.

Excellent place to stop. Car park can be a bit busy, however, there is a regular turnover of people, so you shouldn't have to wait too long for a space to become available. There are toilets at the car park too. It's a little walk down to the cave and back, but nothing too strenuous. there are tours of the cave available, however, you can just wander to the first pool by yourself at no cost.

Very busy at the car park when I went in August, but still had an amazing experience going into the cave. Lots of steps to go down, but well worth it. The water fall is pretty spectacular. Places to eat and public toilets at the car park.

Did the nc500 at start of october & this should definitely be included as 1 of ur must see places. Unsure of the force of water during the summer months but we were their just after storm Amy had been through the Highlands & the force of water inside this natural cave was just incredible. We will definitely re-visit in October '26 when we're back on the NC.

The Cave is OK, bit of a anticlimax, and not that interesting. However the journey from John O'groats follow g the NC 200 is jaw dropping and we'll worth the journey.

Smoo Cave is a spectacular natural wonder set just east of Durness on Scotland’s rugged North Coast. Its enormous sea-cave entrance (about 40 m wide and 15 m high) opens into a dramatic interior where freshwater and sea erosion combine in one of the UK’s most memorable cave systems. From the road-side car park, a steep but well-maintained path leads you down to the cave (expect some steps and uneven ground). The walk isn’t long, but the setting is so dramatic that the drop in elevation is part of the experience. You can explore the front chamber and waterfall viewpoint free of charge any time of year. For deeper access — including a small boat ride into the inner chambers — you need to take a guided tour (seasonal, weather permitting). Tours cost about £15 for adults and £5 for children. Highlights The scale is impressive: a huge cavern entrance and a dramatic waterfall where the river plunges inside. Very photogenic, particularly the view across the wooden walkway, the waterfall chamber and the interplay of light, water and rock. It’s easy to just spend 20-30 minutes enjoying the front chamber; add another ~30 minutes (or more) if doing the boat tour. Things to Know / Tips Tours are weather dependent. Heavy rain or high water can lead to cancellations — since the cave is “active” (river + sea), water levels change quickly. Wear sturdy, non-slip footwear. Paths are rough, with steps and uneven surfaces. Not very accessible for people with mobility issues — the descent/ascent from car park to cave entrance is steep/stepped. The best time to visit is late spring through early autumn — longer daylight, nicer weather, more chance the tours are running. Verdict Smoo Cave is a must-see if you’re travelling the North Coast 500 or exploring the far north Highlands. Even without doing the full tour, the front cave and waterfall chamber are dramatic enough. With the paid tour, you get a bit of adventure and insight into its geology. Just be prepared for the terrain and the weather to possibly disrupt plans.

Great stop whilst in the area, nice but challenging walk down and the up from the cave, entry into the cave to view the waterfall is free, if you want to go further in by boat then that is chargeable.

It was an incredible tour and I liked the beautiful waterfall. Great day out for all the family!

A peaceful and tranquil youth hostel. Open kitchen-diner area, well stocked for cooking and relaxing with a book. Bird table with finches galore from window view. Two showers - one electric with constant hot water, the other a tank and hot if timed well. Stayed in tight private twin room with space for our dog and his bed. Staff kind and helpful, making our duration as dog-friendly as possible. Access from modern car park area is a short climb, so care to be taken with luggage and those less mobile.

This is a really cozy, secluded little hostel in a super scenic spot on the Highlands coastline. There's a fantastic beach and a number of nice little walking trails around. The live-in staff were very kind and helpful throughout our stay (and they have a very sweet Border Collie, Skye), and the shared facilities felt very homey and comfortable. The rooms were nicely configured with each bunk bed in its own nook with a curtain for privacy.

The location is good, close to Achmelvich beach which is really and indescribably beautiful beach for me personally. Now I understand why people say Scottish beaches are beautiful! The good part about the room that you can have some privacy by closing the curtains in front of your bed. The mattress was uncomfortable. But overall the hostel was good!

Loved our stay here,Stewart and Lauren were fantastic hosts and couldn’t do enough to make our stay memorable. Would highly recommend this hostel and area if you like being off the beaten track.

Lovely youth hostel. Friendly staff, nice clean rooms and a good, well-stocked kitchen. Also really nice how they had towels for us, never seen that before. Really close to the beach, and it has some spectacular sun sets, I highly recommend. The wee breakfast was amazing too, so all round, 5 stars. Would definitely go back!!

Beautiful location ruined by extortionate pricing and hostile staff. Go elsewhere if you can!

Little place of the heaven track. Pity the staff could nt crack a smile 😃

Incredible. We drove up to Kylesku from Aviemore and it was the most stunning drive. We visit the Highlands every year and each time brings new wonders. A little known viewing spot...if you're looking at the bridge head on from the car park, cross the road and walk a few feet over to the guard rail. Walk inside the rail and on the left there is a way to climb up the side of the hill, very short few steps. Views are spectacular.

Been across this bridge a bunch of times. But the area offers so many views and viewpoints that I've never actually stopped. Until this years. I parked at the northern carpark (I was the only one there that cloudy summer day) with wonderful views looking at the bridge, the valley, Loch a' Chairn Bhain and Loch Gleann Dubh. The bridge connects the latter two. It's a beautiful little spot - as there are so many. That's why I keep coming up here. There's a always some place you've missed, a new place to discover, a new walk to take...I just love the Highlands. Surely worth a stop, especially on a quiet day like we've got.

There's parking both sides of the bridge,but this side has the stunning views and is a great for wild camping. If it's very windy use other side as it's more sheltered.

Glorious views, with a car park either side of a lovely bridge!! This is on the NC500 route, so you don’t come off the route to see it, but definitely work stopping off for a picture or two in the car parks!

As bridges go this one is pretty cool, takes a great photo. From above and below. Make sure you've got good shoes path can be slippy

Kylesku Bridge – A Must-Stop on the NC500 Kylesku Bridge is one of those classic stops on the NC500 that really deserves a moment. It’s an iconic spot with beautiful views all around — mountains, water, and that sweeping curve of the bridge itself. You’ll definitely want to pull over for a photo or just to take it all in. There’s easy parking right next to the viewpoint, so it’s a super convenient stop along the route. The bridge was opened in 1984 and is a concrete box girder design, blending surprisingly well into the dramatic landscape. It crosses the Loch a’ Chàirn Bhàin and connects the tiny villages around this part of the north-west Highlands. It’s peaceful, scenic, and one of those places where you can just stand still for a moment and appreciate how special this drive really is. Definitely a must-see on your NC500 adventure.

We made a quick stop to cross this bridge since we were already in the area.

Well worth a visit if you are in the area, of course I had to walk the the whole thing. it was amazing great views and very interesting information and over in the distance is Stack Pollaidh whitch I hiked the next day.

This is a lovely walk with stunning views, not for everyone can be a little steep and quite slippery, good footwear needed. If you want to stay overnight in a campervan there is now a £10 charge. Toilets open all night but no longer any drinking water available (shame). Still one of my favourite park ups on the Nc500

So much info about the geology of Scotland and all clearly presented on colourful boards with graphics that are easy to understand. Wonderful walk up to the top of the crag, well signposted and good clear path. Really enjoyed it. Also toilets and parking.

Did the trail on a wet day — the path was a bit slippery in places and there are some steep stairs to tackle, but the effort was well worth it. The views over the loch were absolutely spectacular. On the return leg, we were lucky enough to spot a red stag — a real highlight and a perfect way to end the walk. A beautiful trail overall, but best done with good footwear and care on wet days.

A very interesting spot if your in anyway interested in the rocks under your feet , if geology is not your thing the views from on top of the crag are spectacular , the crag trail is well laid out with lots of info panels and its a great way to spend a couple of hours .

Jaw dropping scenery while learning about things we take for granted. Even if you are not a rocker, it is an inspiring place to visit. Clean toilets, campervan or motorhomes can park for the night for £10.00 (late September 25) Would highly recommend.

Very lovely stopping point in the NC500. Cost £10 to park for the night, did get attacked by the midges, but that's just the charm of the place I guess. Amazing views.

Absolutely amazing gardens & views over the Loch can't wait to go back again on next year's visit to Scotland. A bit disappointed with the house only a few downstairs rooms open to view. The staff were very well informed, helpful & friendly. The restaurant was very nice & able to take our two dogs inside with us. It was nice to be able to go round the gardens with the dogs as well. Joined the national trust while we were there aswell did the gardens one day & the house later in the week as dogs care not allowed in the house

Very friendly and knowledgeable staff, told us where to go to see the sea otters - which we did manage to see! Plenty of car parking, large gift shop and two separate cafes provide lots of facilities. Toilets available at the visitor centre and at the main house. The garden itself is stunning, so many different species living alongside each other, seeing a Californian Giant Redwood in the flesh was a personal highlight! Couldn't recommend more, highly worth taking the time to visit!

We visited Inverewe Garden at the end of October and found it pleasantly quiet when we arrived around 3:30 p.m. Admission for two was £30. As the weather was already turning colder, many of the plants had withered, so it’s likely best to visit during the summer months to see the garden in full bloom. The garden itself is relatively compact — it takes about an hour to explore most of the grounds. There is a large car park located in front of the entrance, and parking was free during our visit.

Cheap parking, dog friendly (just had to be kept on already). Quiet (it was November). Coffee shop was open, and coffee was acceptable, but not inspiring. The map was pretty to look at but didn't really help the navigation. There was plenty of interesting plants, some still flowering well, to inspire. No funicular railway or cable car. The weather was mild and bright which was a bonus. No childrens play area. The gardens were really well maintained. Alice's walk was the highlight, excellent planting.

What a stunning place. We had one of the best days here, full of stunning plants, wonderful walk. not to busy and weather was stunning! There is a plenty to see, lots to look at and really well maintained, lots and lots of plants that are only here, you will see plants that you have never seen before. Absolutely stunning. What a place!

We went in September and there was lots of colour in the gardens. Had a lovely walk through the trees and really enjoyed our visit. The lady on reception was very friendly and helpful. The cafe and toilet area was also excellent.

Walked from the nearby campsite in the aftermath of Amy. Evidently it is in the tropics with the palms and the ensuing storm. Cafe was just what was needed for a warming drink and cake. Helpful staff. Recommended

Amazing place to kayak but check forecast as it can get rough when the wind picks up. Visited here several times and never get board

Beautiful loch to be able to explore by canoe / Kyak. The Loch is very deceptive in terms of wind and water movement. Drifting between some of the islands can be very choppy and unnerving. Wind direction and weather can change in minutes so be prepared. As long as you prepare you will enjoy thoroughly! We camped on the opposite bank to the picnic carpark and were greeted with beautiful gravel beaches, rocky out crops and stunning scenery. There is a code of conduct for loch Maree and that is no camping on the islands ( they were very boggy anyway ) no staying on an island for more than 30 mins. Still plenty to explore and absorb.

Wow! what more is there to say. Definatley a must see, lovely little village

Location: Wester Ross in the northwest Highlands of Scotland. Size & shape: About 20 km (≈12 miles) long and up to ~3-4 km wide in places. Islands: The loch has 60-odd islands and islets. Some larger ones are wooded and contain lochans (small lakes) of their own. Depth: Max depth is ~112 metres. Special status: Part of Loch Maree Complex SAC (Special Area of Conservation), also jointly managed with Beinn Eighe as a National Nature Reserve. --- Natural & Wildlife Highlights Woodland & ancient pine forest: The islands preserve remnants of the original Caledonian Pinewood. Much of the native woodland around the islands is little disturbed. Flora & lower plants: Rich in mosses, liverworts; various rare ferns. Scree slopes and wet areas hold delicate plant communities. Birdlife: Loch Maree is famous for being one of the most important breeding sites in Britain for the Black-throated Diver. Also likely sightings of woodland birds (crossbills, siskins), possibly raptors etc. Fish: There is a genetically distinct population of Arctic char. --- Things to Do / Attractions Walking / hiking: Several waymarked trails in the Beinn Eighe & Loch Maree Islands NNR. From the Beinn Eighe visitor centre, or Coille na Glas-Leitir, you can do woodland walks, ridge views, etc. Island exploring / boating / canoeing: Paddle or boat out to some of the islands. There are guided canoe trips and tours that let you explore the islands and remote shores. Scenic drives / viewpoints: The A832 runs along the southern shore, offering multiple stopping points with great views. Victoria Falls: A waterfall on the southern side of the loch (on Abhainn Garbhaig) within Slattadale Forest is a nice walk and photo opportunity. --- Practical Info & Tips Access: Best approached via the village of Kinlochewe. The A832 road is main access along the south shore. Best time to visit: Late spring through summer gives better weather, longer daylight, more wildlife activity. Early mornings/evenings are often good for calm loch waters & reflections. Facilities: Visitor centre at Beinn Eighe. Some car parks (e.g. Coille na Glas-Leitir). But islands are more wild — less infrastructure. Wild camping: Possible, but follow “leave no trace” principles; on islands you’ll need to plan for water, shelter, weather. Weather: Highland weather is variable — even in summer can be wet, windy, chilly. Layers + waterproofs + good footwear are essential.

This was one of the most memorable Lochs we canoed on during our trip to Scotland. Beautiful place, with plenty of islands to explore and amazing scenery - historic Isle Maree in particular. Isle Maree is just off the North East tip of Eilean Subhainn and can be seen as a small triangular Isle on the map (now named as "Eilean Maolruibhe (Isle Maree)" on Google Maps). There's plenty written about the Isle, including a Viking Prince, Chapel remains, Saint Máel Ruba, a Druids stone circle, a Holy Well and the Wish Tree. We set off with kind permission for parking, from Hotel Maree - (a great location for a meal or stay) and headed off towards the South West shoreline of Eilean Subhainn. After stopping for a picnic on the shore, we paddled around the many inlets, then on through the passageway between Garbh Eilean & Eilean Subhainn before heading East on open water towards Isle Maree. Some pretty choppy water on this side, so take care if you're out canoeing / kayaking. On arriving at a sheltered beach in a natural harbour, we walked around and found the Wish Tree and Viking graves, leaving a small contribution on the wish tree. Very atmospheric place and worth the trip out (~ 5.5 mile round trip from the hotel put-in). See below images for route. There's Loch Maree Picnic site at Slattadale about 5 minutes drive further West as an alternative launch spot with plenty of parking alongside the shoreline. A little further away from these Islands but still accessible and closer to Eilean Ruairidh Mòr from there. UPDATE 2021: We revisited Loch Maree again, but this time headed out from Slattadale picnic site. An excellent place to set off from for the Western Islands. We dropped in on Eilean Ruairidh Mòr first, with it's twin sandy bays either side of a promontory (on the South East shore) and beautiful views over to the mountains (see videos). Further on we paddled between Eilean Subhainn and Garbh Eilean in the opposite direction from our first visit. Plenty of scenery and inlets to explore all around here. See below images for route.

Lovely place in all aspects!! Absolutely beautiful, although we chose a (not so warm) autumn day to visit. The views of Slioch are breathtaking!!There is also a lovely hill right at the back of the Loch with a clear and relatively easy hiking path, which is ideal for all levels of hikers. Really worth visiting!!

A beautiful Loch with plenty opportunities to stop and take some great scenic photographs. Well worth the trip up to see this and the sorrounding area

The Pathways could do with better signages but a fab place for walks. We tried to do the Buzzard walk and ended up on all the routes I think, and didn't actually manage the whole buzzard route. Some of the path direction markers are flat stone slabs in the ground that I also kept missing because I was looking at the scenery and butterflies etc. Who is looking at the ground constantly to look for way markers? Place has toilets. A wildlife hide. Plenty of parking including disabled bays. And also a huge visitor centre!

This is a great little visitors center with plenty of information about the park. The wildlife hide at the back of the visitors center is open 24h a day. We parked here overnight too for £10. The signage appears to have dropped the "suggested" as they have moved to using Ringo (with a dedicated overnight code). Well worth it though for a dark sky, peacefully nights sleep away from the road. 5 vans can be accommodated here.

Stunning place!! Incredible scenery with some good walks and hiking trails. There are also picnic benches near the water side, which is nice.

Very interesting information in the visitor centre covering local geology and wildlife. Motor homes and campervans can park overnight for £10 payable by scanning the bar code on the signage. Great hides for watching birds on the feeders. Walking trails to suit all abilities direct from the car parks.

Very informative display in centre. There are several walking trails. We did 2 of them which took 1 hour. Shortest walk was flat but buzzard walk was steep in places but worth it for the views.

Absolutely stunning! We did the lower easier walk as we had baby’s in tow however it’s quite a tuff walk for little legs as the incline is quick and some of the steps are quite high. That being said it’s beautiful with stunning views down loch marrie.

Lovely wee walk in the forest, there's also a hike that goes round the mountain. Invitation to pay for the parking but not mandatory Amazing view on the loch

Absolutely incredible. The best waterfalls iv seen on the NC500, and we’ve seen a few Would recommend to anyone interested in seeing the waterfalls. We parked in the overflow car park, £10 for camper vans which may seem expensive to some but it was money well spent. We entered the route to the left which was an easy trek down to the bridge. Over the bridge then turned right off the beaten track which is only for the more daring as sheer drop a few feet from track. Can be scary. Would also recommend proper footwear AN ABSOLUTELY MUST SEE.

A beautiful spot with about 1 hour of walking trails. These photographs paths are well marked out and easy to follow. A little muddy in places after rain and some steep areas. Anyone with a reasonable level of mobility should be able to get around the whole reserve. The gorge is breathtaking and you really need to be on the bridge and the far side view point to fully appreciate it. The £5 parking fee was well worth it (£10 if you are in a camper or motorhome)

So far one of the best stops on our trip. The gouge is …. Gorgeous. The bridge over it makes the view really come out of nowhere and add to the experience. To me this is a do not miss spot! The extra short loop for the fern trail was also well worth it as we saw lots of different ferns and mushrooms. The rain forest is very beautiful and the whole ecology stands out as very unique. The visitor center sells ice cream which is a great treat after the short hike. There is an overflow parking lot down the road and several turn off parking spots. Parking in the lot cost 5 pounds.

Great natural gorgeous, beautiful waterfalls, great walk. The 150 yearvold suspension bridge across the gorgeous is not for those with a fear of heights! It's deep.. The viewing platform is also very high. Worth seeing once in your life. Could be doing with more parking. Can't comment on the cafe as we didn't use it. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Weather was great, had a great few hours there.

Spectacular Car park still very busy in late September. Cost of parking for a motorhome was £10 quite shocking but after the visit I thought it worked out at £5 each which was great value for the views. Well worth a visit. On site cafe and loos as well.

If you are into water falls and a deep viaduct then this is a great spot to visit. The walk is easy and not to far, if you are afraid of highs then the bridge might be a bit challenging. There is a nice Cafe and toilets facilities at the parking spot. But it is not free to park.

A lovely walk through fern and birch trees leads to breathtaking waterfalls and dramatic gorges. The café is reasonably priced, serving good coffee along with a tasty selection of breakfast baps and pastries 🍰😋.”

My family and I enjoyed our visit today. Didn’t have a chance to see leaping salmon but liked the falls and tge walking trails. Also enjoyed a good coffee at the cafe with some cake.

A wonderful place to stop. The parking payment service is a mess. They use Ring Go which didn’t work when we were there. But once parked and paid we had one of the best coffees and cakes of our trip. We went down to the falls and were fortunate to see salmon attempting to swim up the falls. Once in a lifetime experience to see for us city folk

The walk is a little steep , Beautiful place , chances to see salmon beautiful surroundings a very large car park with a play area , cafe , toilets

Look out for the cameras taking your reg and locals park for free but everyone else has to pay .Bollocks to falls of shin . Only good thing was the walk doon to see the mighty salmon jumping up the falls .The restaurant was closed .very clean toilets 50p a go .

Walked the riverside trail but were disappointed as we didn’t spot any salmon leaping. Had lunch at the Salt and Salmon Company then walked back to the zigzag path overlooking the car park. We stood patiently and saw about 15 salmon leap within 45 minutes at the falls. Probably not all salmon, a few were quite small. Visited 26th Oct.

We were there maybe 10 minutes and saw 3 salmons leaping. Amazing place

Great watching the salmon leap. We stayed overnight in our campervan. Nice peaceful night but very over priced. Everything is an extra charge on top of parking fee.

We started the walk from Killilan side and we walked for 2 hours and after that we saw a small bridge over a river and we knew it's the way to the falls, just fallowed the trail and after 1 and half hour climbing we got ther and we where speechless because it's beautiful! Recomend climbing boots and climbing sticks. You can cut the walk with bike and leave it at the butom somewhere safe.it was a 25 km walk for us. Not recomend for beginners.

Hindsight…. If only If I had to go back and do this walk again I would absolutely bring a bicycle to skip the majority of this walk which is along a single track farm track. We parked at Killilan where there is clear signage for no vehicular access, once you finally work your way through the estate and pass the locked gate you are then maybe halfway at best. Stay on the road until you see a signpost which clearly marks the falls. Across some peat bog and 3 bridges (2 are together and a single one further ahead) then you start the incline. I would not recommend this part to anyone who is clumsy, unsure of footing or if it had been heavily raining. The views of the falls? Same as the other reviews there is no clear viewing point. Certainly one of the most remote waterfalls we have been to and not a enjoyable walk. One positive is there was plenty of wildlife we noticed on the walk - red deer, buzzard, eagle, highland cattle, sheep

What a amazing waterfall in such a stunning location. You need to hike 9km in and out so good fitness needed.

We did the walk in bad weather, cold and wet but it was well worth it. We hadn't done a hike before so if your unfit or not so nimble on your feet beware because it's quite hard. Not sure what it's like in the spring/summer. Definitely worth it as it's an experience. Only gripe we had was the sign posting for it is non existent but the trail itself was pretty clear on the floor.

We walked from Morvich, that part of the hike was quite hard at times but totally worth it. The way to Kililan from there was much easier. Amazing waterfall that's worth visiting.

Long but easy walk in to a simply stunning location. I saw it in wet conditions so lots of water pouring down. Pics don't do it justice, it's HUGE

Amazing walk, tough climb but worth it

This is a spectacular waterfall, easily accessed via a 10 minute walk from the car park down to the bridge. There are 2 circular walks here, but the coloured signs get confusing and we just came back the way we went in. Note - if you cross the bridge and keep going, you you’ll end up miles away in a different car park. Small fee for parking, which is,li,tied, but runs over constantly. Well worth the half hour stop on the way to or from Ullapool.

Great place to visit with a nice walk through the forest to a suspension bridge and views of the waterfall. Even more special if the salmon are leaping. Unless the salmon are about, it's unlikely that you would spend more than an hour here, so it is a bit disappointing that the car park charges start at a minimum of 2 hours at £2. At least there is a toilet here though

Great walk to the falls. There is a lovely circular through the Forrest that takes you up the side of the river to the falls. Car park was reasonably priced with a small area to picnic. Public toilets are available.

Nice dramatic falls with good well signed walks. Worthwhile visiting in autumn as the colours on the trees in the valley are great and the flow in the falls can be more spectacular. Parking is now paid for, so minimum fee of £2 but contactless payment is available at the machine. Toilets were closed as they are only open until the end of October

We’ve never ever seen a waterfall before so we knew we had to come and visit whilst up in the Scottish Highlands. We did the Salmon Trail which was the easier of the two. It was about a 7-8 min walk down to the falls, which was entirely downhill. The bridge was stunning! Be warned, if you have vertigo or are unstable on your feet, the bridge is very rickety and moves a lot at either end when people are walking on it. The middle section is the most stable if you want to stand and take photos. Walking back, there are very steep inclines, but there are multiple benches to stop and sit on if you need to. The car park is not huge, so there’s a possibility of not being able to park upon arrival. We arrived at about 3:00pm, and got lucky to grab a space as someone left. ABSOLUTELY worth a visit!

A short and easy walking trail. Lovely walk. Came here to see if there were salmon swimming upstream to spawn. Sadly, not when I came.

Pay car park £3 for 3 hours accept card , plenty of car space's. There are a few signs to explain the area ,well maintained foot paths. There is a viewing point to the waterfall, and also a bridge

Lovely Victorian Spa town. Small museum, but worth the very short drive off the main highway, (A835) near Contin. Or drive the loop between Contin and Dingwall. Be sure to try the delicious candies.

It is not currently possible to sample the local spring water and by the looks of it, visitors won't be able to sample it for a long time. It was a big disappointment as it was the main reason we visited the place. There is an exhibition on the history of the Pump Room and Strathpeffer's Spa in general. There is a short introductory video as well.

Lovely place for days out and teas also a great old museum

Very friendly and helpful staff. Gorgeous dogs under counter. Dogs welcome inside.

Very interesting place to visit well worth a visit staff very helpful

Very nice well worth a visit

(Translated by Google) Nice little place with a historical background. Not overcrowded and free of charge (Original) Schöner kleiner Ort mit historischen Hintergrund. Nicht überlaufen und kostenfrei

Walked the Glen Strathfarrar Munros circuit up here had to wait at the gate next to cottage till 9am to be let in and be out by 8pm (summer time) great day out cycling from carpark to start and picking bike up after walk 4.5 miles or so down the road.

Off the beaten track. Not in the guide books and well worth a visit! Saw a couple birds of prey and wild goats!!

A magical Glen. In tbe height of summer the early stage if the walk is like a stunning cold weather jungle, heavy mosses hang from the tree and against the backdrop of the river glass, it creates something very magical. Then after the dam, it opens up to a breathtaking mountainous backdrop. Plenty of wildlife and wonder.

Literally the most beautiful view we saw in Scotland.

Beautiful estate

Dalmore Distillery is closed for public. But you can still see the outside of the distillery. Have a look at the buildings covered with dark smoke.

Did the distillery tour, bought a bottle of 18yo and distillery edition from the gift shop. Knowledgeable staff, and of course excellent products!

The Tour is probably nice!! its a shame I could not make it!! Call and check them before coming11

Top Distillery Very friendly stuff and a nice awsome Good tasteing Thanks a lot for the nice impressions 🤩👍😍😎👍

I wanted a special bottle of single malt whisky for special occasions. I searched the web looking for the best rated. Dalmore 12 years was that bottle. I bought it and soon had a celebration at a gorgeous hotel. I opened this bottle and me and my wife drank a toast. Wow. What a fantastic malt. Everything the experts said. Thank you Dalmore Distillery for producing such a star.

It's a nice whisky but the visitor center is not very interesting. It's small so it feels crowded when 5 people are around. And you have the regular selection and no miniature bottles. And if you want to taste something it's 5£. I've seen better visitor centers and I don't like the fact that you have to pay for ever sip to try before you buy.

The production was not running because of shut down work. Therefore the visit was free but it didn't really make a difference to us because it was very well explained! We learnt a lot and enjoyed ourselves. There is one tasting at the end, but you can try other whiskies for a small charge. I recommend!

Great tour! Highly recommend! We were fortunately transferred to Invergordon Bus Tour by another agency, and I’m so glad we were! Their tour was much more interesting and reasonably priced—about one-third of what the cruise line was charging for something similar. The entrance ticket to Cawdor Castle was even included, which was a great bonus The Invergordon Bus Tour office was conveniently located at the first stop of the cruise shuttle—super easy to find. We had a fantastic tour with our guide, Colllllllin, and our driver, Hamish. Colin made the experience truly enjoyable—he taught us some Gaelic, shared lots of funny stories and jokes, and kept us entertained throughout the journey. Despite the less-than-perfect weather, the tour was well-organized and ran smoothly. Colin adjusted the schedule to ensure we got back to our cruise on time, and his storytelling between stops made the travel time fly by. If you want to see Nessie—or even watch a video of her swimming in Loch Ness—just ask Colin. He’ll make it happen!

We had a fantastic tour with Russell and Glen!!Well paced, organized and so much more affordable than the cruise excursions. Our tour took us to Beauly, Inverness and Cawdor Castle. Our family of 3 loved our trip to the Scottish Highland and the great commentary and service from the driver and guide.

I was in Costa favolosa cruise and took this excursion to Inverness, Loch Ness and Beauly and we highly recommend it. Our guide (Richard) and the driver (Stuart) were amazing.

Our tour today was nothing short of Amazing. From the moment we stepped on the charter bus to the drop off point, our bus driver Russell and Glenn , our tour guide were very attentive and friendly to us All. I’d highly recommend this tour company. Half the price of the cruise ships and quite funny. Definitely 5 stars

Our Taste of the North tour was first rate and I would recommend it to anyone. Gordon went out of his way to be flexible when it first looked like our cruise ship would not dock at all, and then it docked 3 hours late. He offered a full refund, and then when we were able to do a shortened tour he offered a partial refund. The tour was very comprehensive anyway. The content really wowed us and George was an excellent and highly professional driver/guide.

We had a wonderful tour with James and Glenn! The tour was nicely paced, went through great scenery, and our guides were incredible! The moments in the bus were filled with nice stories and great information and the times at the attractions were well organised and went perfectly. If you’re in Invergordon by cruise you should check them out. They offer the same routes as the cruise does but at a cheaper rate.

We Just got back from our British Isle cruise and Invergordon Bus Tours did a great job with our tour. Guide Glen and Driver Russell were both fantastic! We also loved that the prices were better than the cruise lines, provided excellent service and still got us back to the ship in good time!

We had a wonderful day with Thomas during our stop in Invergordon. He was engaging, knowledgeable, and flexible, adjusting the private tour on the spot to match our interests, which made the experience feel truly personalized. It was a relaxed, enjoyable day, and through his stories and perspective, we got a great overview of that region of Scotland. The value of this private tour compared to the big bus tours (which were even more expensive) was simply unbeatable. We would absolutely recommend booking with Nigel and Thomas to anyone visiting Invergordon.

We had a fabulous day out with Nigel. We visited lots of places we would maybe have missed or were unaware of. Nigel is an engaging and knowledgable guide. Highly recommended

Guide Allen was good. A very nice car, but 4 Americans (plus Allen) meant 3 in the backseat which was very crowded. I thought we saw a lot, maybe a bit too much. A lunch stop of 30 minutes would be better than a sandwich for 10 minutes at the Falls.

This was probably the most beautiful and adventurous way I could have gotten an introduction to Scotland, ever! A large part of that opinion is the guide himself. I was with Nigel and this guy is just a really cool person, who can talk about anything Scottish related and is also a really nice and intelligent man himself. I am really thankful I have gotten a Scotland tour with this man. Just a shame I can’t give a higher rating than 5 stars!!!

We booked a day tour with Nigel via Email and he collected us at the cruise port. Thomas, his son, was our guide for the day. Thomas is a fun person to spend the day with and our party of 5 (4 adults and 1 kid) had a geat day at the Highland Experience Tour. He explained a lot during the tour and the time just flew by. Would definitely recommend!

Nigel provided a very detailed itinerary and answered all questions promptly. We joined one other couple on May 14th fir a delightful day with our guide, Kevin. He was extremely knowledgeable about the area and the history and kept us amused throughout the day. When we visited the battlefield & Outlander sites, he even shared some tips with other tours. We highly recommend Nigel's Invergordon Shore Excursions!

A wonderful excursion. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to spend a special day in the Scotish Highlands. Johnny our guide was excellent and managed our time so we could get the best out of the day. We taken to many different spots and Johnny catered for any additional place that anyone in our group of 8 wanted to visit. The tour took in some tourist spots but also went to places not on the tourist map. To me the day was more like Johnny showing friends around his beloved highlands than an organised tour. Thank you to the team of Nigel, Elaine amd Johnny for wonderful day..

If you fancy a quick bit of Scottish history for free then this museum would be great for you - not a massive museum but plenty to see and read across a wide variety of time periods. The art gallery was quite small and unimpressive but I'm sure somebody likes it.

Lovely place to spend an hour or two as part of a trip to Inverness. Quiet location right in the centre of the city with a wide range of exhibits from natural history to ancient pottery finds. Easy to get to, close to the river. Well worth a visit.

What a gem! I thought the exhibits were thoughtfully laid out. I went to get a better overview of Scottish Highlands history. I wish I had had more time to spend there! When I left I had a better sense of what to Google and the questions I need to ask to learn more about this amazing area!!! I learnt so much in the limited time I had. Thank you!!!

This small regional museum features natural, ancient and modern history. On display are artefacts used by humans who have inhabited the area since 6500 BCE. There are plenty of well-written and informative story boards to assist our understanding of this dynamic environment. Highly recommend a visit 👍👍👍

A good sized museum with lots of interesting artifacts. Learnt something new at each display. One very odd thing the building had to offer was the gent toilets. Upon entering I saw a display of ladies sanitary products in a container on the wall. Thinking, I must have entered the wrong rest room I left and re-examined the signage. I was in the right place but still confused as to what I might use these free samples for.

Incredible museum and gallery. Exquisite artefacts, insightful information and engaging curation. Well, well worth a visit. It would be great to see the Dunrobin artefacts respectfully displayed here for the worth of the nation 😉

A fascinating journey through Highland history and culture. The exhibits are well-curated and cover everything from geology to the Jacobites. The free entry and friendly staff make it a must-see for anyone visiting Inverness. A real gem!

Currently undergoing renovation there is no access to the interior of this, relatively modern castle. Closed or not it does dominate views of the River Nis and can be seen easily along Nis Walk

Only saw from the outside but was spectacular colourant looks new compared to some we have seen.

In my previous reviews also I have said the same thing that all castles are almost similar and they have nothing extraordinary to showcase except that they are castles & that’s it. The only one castle to see is the Edinburgh Castle on top of the Hill. Worth seeing. But if you can’t reach Edinburgh then any castle is good to see. As we were doing a road trip & we saw 3-4 castles. The only EXCEPTIONAL CASTLE was Edinburgh Castle. Must visit!!

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The castle on 5/20/23 is undergoing restoration work and will be opened in a year or so as city services. It is a good walk around and is easily in the middle of the nightlife. There are storage and bars nearby open seven days a week. The Edinburgh Museum and Art Gallery are part of the same complex. I recommend a visit there.

Not currently open to the public. You can walk up the hill to the castle and get great views of the city and river. There are some tablets set in the ground on the city side near the car park which have some interesting historical facts about the castle. It is going to be open to the public in the next few years.

The following review is based on a pre-pandemic trip going old school and only using paper maps and brochures to find places to stop at on a 3-week adventure to Ireland, Scotland, and England. No cell phone or internet. We were not able to enter the castle but were able to walk around the grounds when we visited. The castle blends into the hill side so it looks like it is part of the terrain at some vantage points. If coming from the west, you can get some great shots from the river when walking across the foot bridge. It would have been cool to see inside but even walking around the outside of the castle was fun and the town around the castle has some great shops and restaurants. In our visit we were lucky enough to have live music at one of the pubs.

Great bikes + great people! There are so many worthy routes up this way - take your pick from the whiskey trail, isle of skye, NC500, or I’m sure many others. Really appreciated the full gear kit + low seat bike. And Keith is a lovely fellow - pleasant to chat to, helpful, and kindly offered me a drive to the train station. Will be back!

North Coast 500 Moto Experience was the perfect way to rent a bike for the NC500. Reservation and pickup was a breeze, and the bike was in fantastic shape exactly as advertised. I'm very much looking forward to making it back over to rent from them again!

I did rented from them a BMW 750 on 13-08-2025 . The process was really smooth. The staffs were very polite and supportive. I definitely recommend them.

Excellent Experience! Rode the NC 500 and enjoyed it so much I kept the bike another week and flew my wife over. Ron was a great guy and very accommodating. He made sure I had new tires and new brakes for the week with my wife. Bikes are perfectly serviced and his gear is first rate. I have rented motorcycles on every continent, but this was the best by far.

Ron responded to all my initial questions promptly and the booking process was easy. I arranged to be collected from the airport and Ron was flexible when I re-arranged the pick-up time at very short notice. Ron clearly has a superb knowledge of the region and was happy to spend time talking about the various places I could visit and routes I could take on my 3-day trip. Touring around the highlands of Scotland has been one of the most amazing experiences of my life! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend North Coast 500 Moto Experience, thanks very much Ron!

A great experience from start to finish. Ron was very helpful and provided everything I needed for a fantastic 5 day trip around the NC500. The bike and gear were perfect for the task. Customer service was top notch and I thoroughly recommend this Company to help you experience your motorbike touring dreams.

Easy to book, quick to respond to questions. Picked us up and delivered us back to our apartment. Bike was in great condition and Ron couldn't have been more helpful. All in all a great service which helped to make it an amazing two days of exploring the Highlands on two wheels.

I visited this place so beautiful.

Spend some good time roaming around the river and crossing the foot bridge to catch some good views of the old church nearby. This flows right through the heart of Inverness and adds a lot to the place.

Lovely walk along here. Would also recommend Ness Islands. We were here mid November so did not have ideal weather conditions but it was very worthwhile!

Such a beautiful and peaceful body of water to walk alongside.

Lovely place for a walk, nice and clean.

The River Ness is a fast flowing river it has a really strong current. You can walk beside the river in Inverness and you get some great views as you go along. It can be muddy and wet in places so good footwear is needed. It is also a good idea to have waterproofs incase you get caught in heavy rain. The weather can change very quickly. The area is popular with dog walkers and sadly some do not clear up after them.

Beautiful river which is very popular with the tourists and locals alike. Great for walking and bird watching

I remember coming here as a child and wanted my son to create memories here too. I was a bit concerned by all the poor reviews but I'm so glad we came. After feeling totally ripped off by another local attraction we paid £6 each (£18) for entry. This place is an Aladin's cave of Nessie information boards! I'm an information geek and absolutely loved having the opportunity to read and digest and learn more about the myth/legend that is Nessie. It would take quite some time to read every board but there was no pressure to hurry up so I read what I wanted. There is also a cinema room with a looping film about Nessie, sightings, research etc. It would be beneficial if this had a specific start times so you can watch it from the start. My 9yo son loved watching the film of Scooby Doo meeting Nessie and playing in the small inflatable castle and toys of Nessie in the playroom. Yes there are glaringly obvious things that need addressing here. The cleanliness is not great and there is an odour but I personally didn't really notice it but my partner did. The introductory voice recording could be Scottish to set the atmosphere, the lighting makes it hard to read some of the information boards in places and the cinema room is needing a new projector/screen. The gift shop looks tired but I found a beautiful crystal keyring, the man at the til was so friendly and glad that I had relived my childhood memories and my son stated that Nessieland was far better than 'the other place'. I would recommend coming here if you like to have time to read and process information without feeling rushed.

I was hoping that other reviews I'd read were wrong. This is not a "Nessieland" I'd say it's more of an information point for people who love nessie. The place is inside a gift shop and once opened (we arrived just after 10am when it's supposedly open and the gentleman had to open and "set up"). It probably took us 10 minutes to walk round as we had a toddler with us. It's a room made out like a cave with Nessie and other sea creatures that plays a video and you read the posters. There's a very small room with a bouncy castle and some soft play things in it for really little ones, I'd say up to the age of 3. I can't express how disappointing this was and how much of a waste of money.

Quite enjoyed this little museum on our trip. Lots of information inside about nessie with sea themed decor, didn't take too long to go round and read everything but I am a quick reader. Only lower rating due to a smell I can best describe as TCP liquid which was strong, so if sensitive to smells then this would be something to bear in mind!

It’s really a shame — this place has so much potential, but it feels like it’s been completely neglected. The owner seemed friendly, and you can tell there was once a good idea behind it, but now everything looks old, run-down, and cluttered. The gift shop is filled with outdated items, and the whole attraction feels like someone gave up on it years ago. With such a fantastic location — thousands of tourists pass by every day — this could easily be a great spot if it were modernized and reimagined. Imagine a life-sized Nessie statue where people could take photos, fun and modern displays about the legend and about plesiosaurs, and a refreshed, welcoming atmosphere. Right now, though, it’s just a sad collection of old stuff that doesn’t do justice to the legend of Loch Ness. Really hope someone invests in it one day — it could be amazing, but as it stands, it’s not worth the visit.

We opted to take the tour on the lock by boat it was a great experience. Our captain of the boat told stories of the Loch Ness monster and its history. We bought our tickets in advance for this adventure because they would only allow 12 people on the boat at one time. Highly recommend was a lot of fun

Nearly didn't go after reading the reviews, but so glad I did. We went as a family of 4. If you are expecting some kids entertainment you will be disappointed, this isnt what this is which is why there are so many negative reviews. When you get there you will find a gift shop and you can pay to go through a barrier into a series of decorated caves, where you will find posters and information boards about Nessy and decor that makes the caves look fun. My youngest 11 was happy to read her way round it all. At the end of the displays is a cinema room playing an information video about loch Ness and Nessy. We were in there over an hour but we read everything. There was the usual gifts in the shop and a self serve coffee machine. Tables outside. There was a very small bouncy castle and play area for very young children that would potentially get bored whilst you read. It was 6.50 I think per person and we were allowed to take our dog.

10/10, never knew nessie was a mirage caused by 200myo quartz showing a look into our prehistoric past. french lady (nessie herself?) is being overworked having to reread the same text over and over again - OSHA violation! jokes aside, staff was lovely and totally worth the price! made our day :)

Absolutely loved it. Booked a few days before, and managed to get the tour at 10am followed by the boat trip at 12pm. The tour is great, it explains a lot and shows you the history of Loch Ness. There is a cafe and a few souvenir shops around that have all sorts of things in to choose from. The boat trip starts with a short mini bus ride down the hill to the jetty where you are welcomed by Skipper Steve, taken in to the boat and off you go. Theres lots of photo opportunities to be had, and we were lucky enough to go on a beautiful day with blue skies, calm water and the sun out too. All I can say is go - it's worth the money all day long.

Really enjoyed our visit which was organised by Lochs & Glens. The centre was brilliant. Lots of nice touches and informative. All narrated by my fav David Tennant. All set in beautiful scenery.

Absolutely worth it. 6/5 stars in my experience. The museum was awesome, very well organized into a dynamic, coherent story with mutltiple Interactive “exhibit” rooms The design was very well done and engaging for kids and adults for different reasons. If you’re concerned about price, I saw skip the old broken castle and go here instead! Also I hate gift shops but liked this one and bought 3 things. Lots of great low price gift ideas that are super unique and fun.

This place was very interesting. In a series of short videos and interviews presented in a very cute way, you are introduced to the area, the legend and the possibilities of Nessie’s existence: your choice. Do you believe in Nessie? You decide! We enjoyed this experience, but it is not “necessary” to the enjoyment of all that Lochness has to offer… still I would recommend it.

We booked our tickets online before arriving. The 1 hour presentation at the hotel/centre was very funny, enjoyable and entertaining. Worth the money paid. The cruise though it was a slow cruise, but to feel the sun warmth on my face was just amazing.

Not worth the money to do a tour at The Loch Ness Centre. I was expecting more, but tbh it was more of a self directed tour / museum - where you walk across different rooms to watch the videos and animations/ voice over. It was for sure NOT worth it at all. Came out of the tour feeling disappointed and that it didn't fulfil my curiosity that I had since childhood. ♿️ wheelchair accessible entrance, might be abit cramped to move across different rooms of the tour.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Great family stop by Loch Ness! The exhibits are fun and interactive, with a perfect mix of history, science, and the mystery of Nessie. The staff were friendly, and the kids loved the immersive experience. Definitely worth visiting before or after seeing Urquhart Castle nearby!

On the shores of Loch Ness and the castle you see in all the photos and videos. Amazing location. You get to explore on your own. Takes about an hour to an hour and a half with the visitor shop 8 min vid. Worth seeing once for sure.

What a beautiful, breath taking place this was. It killed 2 birds in one stone, you can visit the castle and same time have a view/walk around of Loch Ness! We were so lucky that they day happened to be a nice sunny day - the setting, the colours of sky and the shadows on the Ness lake was simply amazing and picturesque. It is hard to put a review on this as some things you have to experience it yourself and this place is one of them!

At first I thought £16 was a bit much, but after viewing the 10min introduction film, a walk around the pictures and the castle itself, it was definitely worth it. Stunning view, nice gift shop and access to the lake. I'd definitely recommend to friends and family.

We made a stop here during our trip through the Highlands 🌄. The ruins of the castle are well-preserved, with clear signs explaining each area’s history. Before the visit, there’s a short film that tells the story of the castle — a very creative and engaging introduction 🎥. The views over Loch Ness are stunning… though we didn’t spot Nessie this time!

Beautiful castle with stunning views over Loch Ness! The ruins are well preserved, and the short film at the visitor centre really brings the history to life. We went with kids and learned many things we wouldn’t have known if we hadn’t visited. Exploring the towers and walls was a highlight for everyone. We went on a weekday, and it was surprisingly less crowded. Highly recommend booking ahead and taking your time to enjoy the scenery and history!

We visited as park of a Loch Ness cruise (Jacobite Cruises) and stopping at the castle was definitely a highlight. The grounds and the surrounding landscape are beautiful! Much of the castle walls were destroyed in various seiges but what's left can be explored. We spent about an hour here.

£16 an adult ticket just about ok ! The facilities for parking, the cafe/ shop and terraced area over loooking the castle are great. The castle itself is limited for exploration grounds but I thoroughly enjoyed my visit. Well worth a visit for solo, cpuples or families. If you need a place with facilities this is it.

Loch Ness, where myths meet breathtaking views. 🙆‍♂️ Have you seen the Loch Ness Monster?🦕 Over a million tourists visit the Scottish coast every year in the hope of seeing the Nessie monster.🦕 And in the last photo, Nessie herself decided to pose for my lens.🤭

Lovely to tick this one off the bucket list, but my partner felt Windermere was nicer, but it’s worth coming to see, you can drive around it and stop off and take on the wondrous views.

Loch Ness is beautiful, I have recently been to Dores on one side of the loch and on a cruise on the other side.. amazing scenery, you will not be disappointed. 🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

Absolutely beautiful place, we couldn't Stay long due to poor weather and darkness falling but the view was amazing. We visited inverness and knew we would probably never be this far north again to see Loch Ness so done a quick de tour. Would recommend a visit if your in the area Scotland is an amazing place

Loch ness is a beautiful place to visit if yours travelling by car camper etc there is loads of nice places to stop and enjoy from the ruins of the castle 🏰 fresh fish and chip shop to the beautiful views all over the lake the whole road that goes around it is definitely one to travel on. If your close by definitely do the trip it will be worth it.

When up in the Highlands you cannot not visit loch Ness! We went on the loch Ness river cruise and parked at the Loch Ness clansman in the overflow car park. We had not pre booked any tickets but found no issues with booking for a group of 8 today from ticket office on the jetty. Fabulous staff on board the boat with a cafe selling snacks, hot drinks and alcohol and a toilet on board. The boat takes you to Urquhart castle where more passengers embarked and then we set off back to where we started. On the boat approx 55mins which was well worth it as the scenery is stunning. Lovely relaxing day

Good place to come. The Loch is not particularly better than the others besides the legend of Nessie. Fairly touristy but pretty good. If you are in Scotland good place to see. Maybe just maybe you will find the Loch Ness Monster hidden lurking in the depths.

We came by The Hairy Coo tour bus. It was a good trip but not sure if the boat trip worth for £21. We had great soup at this place definitely should try. Definitely a place to stay for couple of nights.

Was a very pleasant stay! Easy self check in. Brilliant view of the canal boats. Room was very clean and well presented. And dog friendly

This review is for the cafe only. Central location to walk around town ans right cross the road from the cruise. Good breakfast / lunch and drink selection, reasonably priced. Clean bathroom. Pretty view of the gushing river. Connected to a little education space about the canal, a cute souvenir shop and a cashmere store.

2 night stay as part of a highlands tour. Lovely clean modern rooms. Good value and breakfast in the cafe was excellent! Great base to travel around locally.

The shop close at 1700, however the staff is already vacuum cleaning the shop, it not a problem, understand that they wanna off work on time, however it’s still 20mins before closing time, the women just don’t care about customers, she literally just push the vacuum cleaner in front of us when we were just trying to look at the shop. This is not only the reputation for the shop but also safety hazard from customers tripping for the cord.

Great to watch the boats going up and down the canal locks. Very busy in August but great atmosphere in the town. Shops were all thriving and open.

Delicious ice cream (especially the whisky & honey) served by friendly staff. Special mention for Sarah who was "service with a smile" personified.

Took the Loch Ness cruise in mid March this year and what an adventure! Fair warning: it was absolutely freezing, and the downstairs cabin filled up fast, leaving us braving the elements on the upper deck. Pro tip: arrive early if you want any chance of staying warm indoors! Even wearing the same gear that kept me comfortable in Iceland, I was still shivering. As for Nessie sightings? Well, let's just say only the truly dedicated (or slightly mad) tourists like us were out there in those conditions - and apparently, the monster has more sense than we do! She was probably tucked away somewhere warm and cozy. The boat had “sonar” screens and a great guide! Despite the arctic conditions, the scenery was stunning and the experience memorable. Just come prepared for Scottish weather, no matter what the forecast says! Pro tip #2: Scottish whisky really helps keep one warm!!!! 🥃 full bar on board!

A wonderful experience, if you come all the way to this place, you must take the trip around the lake (loch). The crew was fun, the ride was smooth, Nessie was shy that particular day, maybe next time she will show up. Something to remember.

Very nice cruise and at a very fair price, considering the tourism of the area. We went on a whim and were glad we did. Our guide was funny and informative. Our captain took us close to the cliffs. Overall, highly recommended.

First off, it’s super pet-friendly! The cruise had cosy indoor spaces and a lovely outdoor area on top where you can soak up the wind and the loch’s vibe. Everyone on the tour was super friendly and full of knowledge. I learned a ton about the latest Loch Ness monster research, and even got a little whisky class that I absolutely loved!

Loch Ness is a place of stunning natural beauty. Surrounded by rolling hills and peaceful landscapes, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy the calm and charm of the Scottish Highlands. Whether you're there for the legendary stories or just to take in the scenery, the loch has a quiet, magical atmosphere that’s hard to forget. A beautiful destination well worth the visit.

We visited today 16/07/2025 and it was certainly worth its money for 2 hour trip. Peter the tour guide was brilliant and kept all the passengers entertained and ensuring he spoke to each one. He is definitely an asset to Jacobite!!! Peter and hubby spotted Nessie 🤣🤣 Currently staying in Loch Ness Lodges, wow these lodges are beautiful and relaxing...visiting from Peterborough and Derby

an unforgettable experience, we had good weather and I took many pictures, but the best thing is that you have to come here and experience it for yourself !! I didn't see the monster, I think it was his day off, but we'll definitely see him next time 😀 Cheers