Simply amazing. The hike wasn’t that long or hard, and the scenery was stunning. We got to be up close and personal with a ton of reindeer. My whole group enjoyed feeding them and taking a TON of pictures. Kate and Lottie were informative and answered all of the questions we had about the reindeer. I definitely recommend booking a hill tour hike in advance for your group. It’s an absolute must for a trip through the Cairngorms!

We did not do the tour to see the reindeer in their natural habitat because the guide and signs everywhere warn how difficult the trek is. But, they do bring the deer down on a rotating basis for people who can't make the trip to see. I bought some beautiful original art here to support this center and their cause to protect these lovely creatures.

We had a fantastic few hours with the herd, such a brilliant experience. The three herders we had were so informative and answered all of our questions without hesitation. The walk to the herd was fantastic in itself, beautiful scenery, and the 30 second shower of rain we had made the most glorious rainbow. Worth every penny

An amazing experience seeing the reindeer up close and feeding them. It's a bit of an uphill walk to get to them but well worth it. If you're bringing a campervan, park on the road when you get to the reindeer centre as the car park has a really sharp turn on the exit. You're only at the centre for a short time before driving to another car park to begin the walk up to the herd. Absolutely recommend this reindeer experience!

Wonderful experience, the reindeer nose is so soft and docile. I am sure the kids will be thrilled with the encounters, no need to travel to Scandinavian country to experience. There are multiple sessions each day from 11am, website advised pre-booking is essential. A short walk to the free ranging area. Also if you take the fork, there is a nice short trail, don't miss it since you are here.

Fabulous experience doing the hill walk and meeting 35 reindeer up close. Our guides Beni and Maisey were super knowledgeable and friendly. We visited on a gorgeous July day, so the walk was pretty easy and mostly dry. You must be comfortable with lots of trail stairs (made of rocks), but otherwise not very strenuous. This was one of the highlights of our Scotland visit.

I’ll admit I was a bit worried this might turn out to be a tourist trap, but I’m so glad we went. Getting up close with the reindeer and feeding them was absolutely worth it – after all, when’s the next time you get to do that in your life? Big thanks to Amy and Daisy for such a brilliant experience. We loved every minute. It’s a great activity for big kids (adults) as well as little ones. And just to note: the climb up is really short – even the kids in our group managed it with no trouble.

Visited on a Monday lunchtime in the October school holidays, not busy and the tour was fantastic. So interesting and informative, no video or photos allowed inside. The gardens are huge. Kitchen and Italian gardens were beautiful, café lunch was fresh and tasty

Really enjoyed the house & grounds. The tour guide was so knowledgeable & I enjoyed learning lots about the history & characters of the house's history. We were lucky with a great autumn day but also really liked the Macbeth loop.

First time visiting Glamis Castle and it was lovely. The castle itself is absolutely breathtaking from the outside and our tour guide John was very entertaining and definitely knew his stuff. The castle was a vast history was damaged in battles, renovated and upgraded in various ways as well. The gardens and various pine walks are beautiful as well, during the tour John mentioned the gardens were designed first and then the castle followed. That is evident when you take pictures of either of them, the garden is so picturesque and flows very well. Overall well worth the ticket price and visit. I recommend going early morning and leaving before the afternoon rush.

Glamis Castle has the most beautiful grounds. We didn't have enough time to do the Castle tour but definitely coming back for it! We were there on a cloudy day but the whole space just makes you feel amazing! All staff are very nice and helpful and its credit to the staff who maintain this beautiful site!

Was passing by and was recommended to have a visit and I’m glad that I did! An incredible castle with extensive grounds that are all looked after immaculately. The tour was great, Abi was our guide and she did a wonderful job. Didn’t have much time to really take everything in so will definitely be back when next in the area.

Lovely Castle with such a rich history. So great to see it in such good condition and still in the same family. We went on a guided tour and the host was very informative with a few quirky tales.

Beautiful place to visit especially if the weather is on your side as the gardens and grounds are fantastic we didn't do a castle tour but had a coffee and cake in the superb cafe we will be back in the summer thanks Glamis castle

Birthplace of Bon Scott. Ex lead singer with AC/DC. Worth a visit for photo opportunity.

Any ac/dc fan would want to see the statue where he was brought up before leaving for Australia.

a must for any ACDC fan when visiting Scotland Standing proudly in Kirriemuir, the Bon Scott Statue is a heartfelt tribute to one of rock music's most iconic frontmen. Born Ronald Belford Scott in in 1946, Bon spent his early childhood in Kirriemuir before his family emigrated to Australia in 1952. There, he rose to fame as the charismatic lead singer of AC/DC, leaving an indelible mark on the world of rock before his untimely death in 1980 at the age of 33.

///owner.darling.newlywed I had to ask where the staue was. I've now included the What three words designation above of his staue. Well worth a visit. Currently free parking (bonus). There is also other Bon Scott memorabilia in the museum and a commemorative plaque in the town.

A fine statue in a nice little setting, shows a real likeness of the great man. You can get up and get your selfie no problem! Also some nice information about Bon Scott. If you're in the area it is well worth a visit.

Beautiful memorial, details on the statue are amazing, well worth a visit especially if you're a fan of AC/DC or metal.

If you are acdc fan this place is must, incredible people

Brilliant walk, amazing views across various trails, lots of them to choose from. Some shorter than others but most are lengthy so if that's your thing then go for it! The one around the loch offers great views and the difficulty is rather easy so good for beginner walkers. We walked up to the top of black hill and then back down and around the loch which was quite lengthy but worth it, especially the walk around the loch. The view from up black hill was great but you'd probably get better ones from atop different peaks around the area. Overall a brilliant experience, stunning nature views and a great glance at the estate.

Beautiful, we did the 8 mile circuit around the Loch, with bikes. Not one of my best ideas but worth it,

Best and moderate trekking place with amazing views if you're near to Aberdeen and shire. 2 major routes one is circuit and the other is getting to top and both are very reachable and can be done with in 4-5 hours combined. If you're lucky you will see stags - largest I've seen in scotland from that close

We came on a little family holiday to Ballater, my son being obsessed with nature was desperate to see some Red deer stags. We were told by so many people that the stags would be hiding away in the hills but today we got lucky. The walk, the views, the wildlife was just breathtaking. The weather was mostly sunny with showers of rain, windy but warm. Would 100% recommend a visit.

It is worth visiting, leaving the car in the car park. Walk 15-20 minutes to the lake. Spectacular views, only it rained the whole way.

We had a memorable time together hiking around Loch Muick. We walked from Ballater to the loch which took us around 4 hours. We enjoyed our hike, deers running around and the natural beauty around loch.

Beautiful loch around an hour and a half west of Aberdeen. Well worth a visit and a walk up the southern side gives stunning views of the Loch below.

This is such a lovely, warm and homely folk museum capturing the history of life in Glen Esk. It feels like the things are kept with love and care as by family members, wonderful stories of most noticeable characters, their belongings and photos. Cafe and community room is such a cozy space. All run by volunteers. Enjoyed the visit a lot!

Lovely cafe for cakes and hot drinks. Large second hand bookshop . Museum shop has hand made gifts and art from local artists/crafters. Lots of local photos and maps current and old Signs around the place often funny Very friendly staff Displays offer good local information. Lots of variety. Only thing letting it down was the internal temperature. We should have worn warmer clothes as it was warmer outside.

Visit Angus says the museum is free, with donations accepted, as does the information on Google, as does a notice board right outside the museum, however when you get in the door you see that it is £5 to get in. Charging entry is absolutely fine, these things cost money to keep going, it's totally acceptable, but being deceptive is not ok and leaves a sour taste. I get that things online might be outdated, but there's no excuse for still having it advertised as free on a board at the premises.

traveled from Newcastle to this beautiful heritage site and landmark, very dog friendly museum and welcome insided, the staff are very friendly, please ask david for his tour! the food and hot drinks were lovley 10/10

It’s a delightful place to go in, the volunteers are very friendly, the museum is very interesting and wonderful to find a nice little cafe in the middle of nowhere. It was a perfect place to go. Having gone past the museum many times on our way to the hills, we took the opportunity to call in and were not disappointed.

Have driven past the museum probably about 100 times Decided to actually go in today Fantastic place Very enjoyable Loads of curiosities, they also have things to do especially for kids The cafe is also lovely We already had our lunch with us , but bought some cake and a couple of gifts The staff are very pleasant and lovely people Next time we go hiking will definitely come in even if just to the cafe

Not open but displayed open sign. Not the only couple to be misled. Should open on Monday as many tourists at this time of year. Looks nice and will be back to browse the shop.

Very nice well kept castle. Well worth the entrance fee to help with the upkeep. Very friendly and helpful team who welcome you in from the outside. You can walk around yourself or pay for a guide. We chose to just take our selves around. Lots of interesting rooms and history ! Well worth a visit !

It was a nice surprise. We did not plan to visit it but you cannot miss it from the road. The tour is about 30mn , but you can easily spent 1h. You will find a lot of history details about Scotland, and the clan living here. I loved the room about the clan with all the weapons and rocks.

I've been to many historical sites on my Scotland visits but the staff and volunteers here are amazing. The presentation given by the staff for people unable to make the tour were phenomenal! A special thanks to ol' Morris for keeping the castle safe and an even bigger thanks to the community that makes this site accessible for anyone. The rich history of the site is amazing and the knowledge of the staff and volunteers is an absolute treat for any visitors.

We had a wonderful tour with Doreen through the castle. She told us so much that we probably would not have known or noticed on our own. We love that the castle is run by the local community.

Beautifully restored castle and fantastic visitor experience. Excellent self-guided tour with the aid of the Bloomberg Connects mobile app, which has floor plans, audio and video guides to each of the Castle's sympathetically restored rooms. It's worth downloading the app and multimedia content before you visit. I recommend bringing your own personal headphones to listen to the audio on your mobile device as I wasn't sure if they provided equipment. I thought the admission price was quite reasonable considering the entry and parking fees go towards the vital upkeep of the castle, which is under community care. The staff guides are extremely helpful and knowledgeable.

Stepping into Braemar Castle is like turning the pages of a captivating history book. We were taken on a journey that showed us how this impressive structure transformed from a no-nonsense redcoat garrison into a glamorous high-society escape. The stories of its Royal visitors and the many colorful characters who lived within its walls are brought to life by the knowledgeable guides. If you want to get a true feel for the history of the area and the people who shaped it, a visit to Braemar Castle is an absolute must. It's a truly memorable experience. There is a paid parking area outside the castle entrance.

Beautiful castle, easy walk from the carpark, plenty information along the walk. Unfortunately didn't get inside the castle, but was. Great to see the set up, and the garden.

Gandalf must have walked up at some point and commanded the rocks to form into a nice staircase for a good chunk of the route. Well done Gandalf. One has to pass the skeletal remains of spidery ski lifts and snow machines, which looks absurd in the warmer months, but once above these there's a sense of some wildness (apart from Gandalf's DIY obvs). 10/10

Nice summit to climb (1250m) ! About 600m of difference with the starting point ! The climb is easy, can be done in family. If you want more, you can make a bigger loop going through the « Northern corries »

Spectacular hike here from Ben Macdui. Stunning and I really hope to be back for another go in the future

Disappointing- not even a KFC or Mac Donald’s, could take a tip a from Snowdon and get a train or bus to the summit. Shopping malls virtually non existent, weather was bad too! Otherwise great!

Absolutely magnificent. My daughter and I spent an incredibly breathtaking day there. The scenery is the stuff postcards are made of. Love ut and didn't want to leave. Thank you Scotland😘

for my outdoorsy brethren do not miss this spot while in Scotland.

I went up this as a teenager and 40 years later I'm trying to locate where Dad's slides were taken and it is NOT HELPED by this pin and the associated photosphere being on the wrong summit. Make sure you use a reputable map and don't just rely on your phone.

On my way to visit the Balmoral Castle, I was recommended to see this place for tasting. As you recognise, this place has got “royal” title which is quite rare among the distilleries. Once I stepped in, the staff was amazing and very helpful. I ve also got nice tricks for tasting a scotch and my point of view to whiskey is totally positively changed. I know what I am not supposed to do while drinking scotch anymore ☺️ Thanks everyone there

Visiting Royal Lochnagar Distillery was an absolute highlight of our trip. The distillery is charming, beautifully located, and rich in history. The tour was very well organized, with clear explanations of the whisky-making process and a welcoming atmosphere throughout. We especially appreciated how everything was presented with such detail and passion, which made the experience both educational and enjoyable. Stuart, our guide, was excellent and added to the overall quality of the visit. A must-see for anyone interested in Scotch whisky and Scottish heritage!

Hung out with Stuart (guide) here for an afternoon. Wonderfully self-deprecating humor, he had. Lovely walk from the castle nearby and you get 15% off if you show your castle ticket. Incredibly mild, but still complex whiskies. Great old distillery with lots of history, exposed stone and wood. I think I’ll have another.

Phenomenal experience learning about whiskey and sampled excellent batches! If you love whiskey I highly recommend. Our guide Marie was fantastic!

Very nice small batch distillery that offers a nice tour and tastings experience. Bar and restaurant on site. Staff is informative and very friendly.

It was great experience, small distillery, really cozy and visit is highly personalized. We made the tour with Dave, wonderful guy

Our distillery tour guide, Annie, was fantastic and extremely knowledgeable. Nice but small gift shop, free parking, clean bathrooms, and we enjoyed trying their products in their tasting room.

Bought an interior tour ticket way in advance which means you get priority parking at the castle too which was really handy- was able to leave things in the car (jacket, umbrella etc) and picked them up in the afternoon when needed. Arrived in advance and was let in for an early start. Overall such a calm, incredibly beautiful estate with flowers, lawns, a river, outdoor buildings and enjoyed the interior tour too. Albert‘s pyramid / cairn is a separate walk outside the grounds which I hadn‘t realised. Great cafe next to the castle.

Such a wonderful experience to walk around the grounds and view the Castle. It was so beautiful. The Restaurant was amazing with excellent quality food. The Shop was beautifully stocked and the displays where awesome. Just a fantastic experience ✨️ Thank You

I enjoyed my visit and it was very interesting to see all the new planting taking place, especially the trees and maze. You do need to go when the weather is fine because there would be few places to shelter in the rain. I would recommend asking for an audible guide. This wasn't offered when I purchased my ticket and I believe it would have made my experience more interesting.

Thank You to HRH King Charles III for the new wonderful, colourful flower, tree & shrub displays. The best in the country, such Vision. Our 4pm house tour was incredible, historic and we felt much closer to the Royal Family. Well done also to your team of hard workers.

One of the best places you can visit in Scotland. It is still used by his majesty the King and his family but as you might guess visitors are not allowed to get inside the castle. Only one room is included for visitors which is “ball room” that you can find many beautiful details carved and painted inside. Gardens are amazing. Especially the river walk trail is calming and relaxing with the sweet sound of river Dee. If you are interested in distillery tours keep your Balmoral Castle ticket so that you can get %15 discount on Royal Lochnagar Distillery which is located nearby.

I have a special attachment to this castle since my grandmother and grandfather worked and met. I brought my grandson here to show him. The grounds are large, and the gardens are well maintained. We were only allowed into the ballroom, but that was impressive. There is a restaurant where you can have tea or lunch. I was surprised on how good the food was and how reasonable the price was.

Very quiet and tranquil place to visit. The grounds are extremely well presented and amazing views. Only 1 room which was a hall you visit which had an interesting display for the history of the castle. There are nice walks around the castle and on site cafe. It's a long drive to get there but great day out.

Beautiful peaceful place. Single track road to car park, small shop for ice cream & drinks.

One of the visits I liked most on my trip to Scotland. A beautiful walk around the lake, seeing a small castle on the water. One of the very few places with free parking.

A fabulous 3.25 mile walk around the beautiful Loch an Eilein. The scenery is outstanding, and it’s a lovely place for a wild swim too!

A perfect place for a leisurely stroll around the loch. We came back this time with our daughter who loved playing in the rocks. I’d highly recommend this place for a visit.

We chose this spot because it was recommended for having an overnight car park. After a long drive, we were shocked to find the price had jumped from £15 last year to £38 this year — more than double. What was once a busy, welcoming and beautiful spot no longer feels worth the cost. A real shame, as it now seems like motorhomes are being priced out of what used to be a wonderful place to stay.. email of complaint inbound.

Lovely place to visit for a walk and relax. Well looked after path around the Loch with astonishing views of the island and castle in the middle of the loch. Lots of history about the Wolf of the Badenoch. Large parking area with toilets nearby. The shop has some local produce along with souvenirs.

Best walk ever in Scotland for me, beautiful views of mountains and lochs, the castle on the small island in the middle of the loch was just ethereal ⭐

We attended the Highlands Falconry and that was an incredible experience! The birds were so gorgeous and it was truly a once in a lifetime experience to be able to handle them. We love it!! After a quick lunch at the barn, we hiked around Loch an Eileen. this was an easy hike with a lovely wide path and beautiful views of the loch. from the car park it was 3.5 miles loop.

We visited the hairy coos safari as a family of 4. We all enjoyed it and it was a good experience for the kids. We also hired bike to go around the area. Overall the staff are friendly and very welcoming. We will definitely come back soon and try more activities that could suit my kids age.

We did the Coo Safari. It was awesome! Lots of hands on experience with young cows (2 years and under) Vickie was our guide and was very knowledgeable of the property and of course the Coo's! They were so cute. The roads were well maintained and easy to follow along with any vehicle. We would definitely do it again!

What a wonderful experience. Entirely worth doing and suitable for all ages (56 year olds) and we felt fully worked out after. The guides Ben and Olly were so attentive and knew how to support the group and encourage us. It is a nippy cold experience, but you hardly notice it when you’re so caught up with the rapids.

Went on the intermediate pony trek. What more can you want? Highland ponies in the Highlands!! The ride was lead by a lady with a wealth of knowledge on the ponies and the estate. I really enjoyed it. Very highly recommend.

We had a wonderful late afternoon at the Hairy Coo experience. Second time we’ve been. Majestic animals, amazing scenery and a passionate guide. Many thanks

We were on holiday and visited Rothiemurchus for both White water tubing with Full on Adventures and quad biking with Quad Bike Treks. The instructors for both activities were approachable, professional,, and we were made to feel comfortable straight away. The scenery for both activities was amazing.. We went up to the River Feshie for the tubing and on the local estate for the quad biking. We also visited the cafe for lunch, which was excellent and bought some of the Highland Rothiemurchus Beef from the shop. Great tasting food. Great quality. All in all, a very positive experience. We're happy to recommend it. 😀

Simply amazing. The hike wasn’t that long or hard, and the scenery was stunning. We got to be up close and personal with a ton of reindeer. My whole group enjoyed feeding them and taking a TON of pictures. Kate and Lottie were informative and answered all of the questions we had about the reindeer. I definitely recommend booking a hill tour hike in advance for your group. It’s an absolute must for a trip through the Cairngorms!

We did not do the tour to see the reindeer in their natural habitat because the guide and signs everywhere warn how difficult the trek is. But, they do bring the deer down on a rotating basis for people who can't make the trip to see. I bought some beautiful original art here to support this center and their cause to protect these lovely creatures.

We had a fantastic few hours with the herd, such a brilliant experience. The three herders we had were so informative and answered all of our questions without hesitation. The walk to the herd was fantastic in itself, beautiful scenery, and the 30 second shower of rain we had made the most glorious rainbow. Worth every penny

An amazing experience seeing the reindeer up close and feeding them. It's a bit of an uphill walk to get to them but well worth it. If you're bringing a campervan, park on the road when you get to the reindeer centre as the car park has a really sharp turn on the exit. You're only at the centre for a short time before driving to another car park to begin the walk up to the herd. Absolutely recommend this reindeer experience!

Wonderful experience, the reindeer nose is so soft and docile. I am sure the kids will be thrilled with the encounters, no need to travel to Scandinavian country to experience. There are multiple sessions each day from 11am, website advised pre-booking is essential. A short walk to the free ranging area. Also if you take the fork, there is a nice short trail, don't miss it since you are here.

Fabulous experience doing the hill walk and meeting 35 reindeer up close. Our guides Beni and Maisey were super knowledgeable and friendly. We visited on a gorgeous July day, so the walk was pretty easy and mostly dry. You must be comfortable with lots of trail stairs (made of rocks), but otherwise not very strenuous. This was one of the highlights of our Scotland visit.

I’ll admit I was a bit worried this might turn out to be a tourist trap, but I’m so glad we went. Getting up close with the reindeer and feeding them was absolutely worth it – after all, when’s the next time you get to do that in your life? Big thanks to Amy and Daisy for such a brilliant experience. We loved every minute. It’s a great activity for big kids (adults) as well as little ones. And just to note: the climb up is really short – even the kids in our group managed it with no trouble.

Didn’t ride the train this time, but loved visiting the Strathspey Railway. Friendly volunteers, great atmosphere, and even got platform tickets for some photos with my 85mm lens. Knowing it’s run entirely by volunteers makes it even more special. Can’t wait to come back for the full trip!

I went to ride on the steam train from Aviemore to Broomhill and return with my parents when we were on holiday in Scotland and I am very pleased to say that our experiences were absolutely amazing! The volunteers were very friendly and helpful, the steam locomotive and carriages that we rode on were all immaculate, the views of the beautiful countryside was absolutely stunning and the journey was restful! Thank you to the volunteers for their amazing hospitality and service!

Quite an experience for anyone it's just 40min from Inverness and can be a detour for anyone going to Perth Glasgow or Edinburgh.the trains are beautiful and exploring the stations is magical. Overall a great experience

Brilliant experience going on the steam train, we sat in standard seats but ther is a trolly service. Afternoon tea is available too. Loved it. Got off at Boat of Garten and had a wonder then got next train back. The Observation carriage is brilliant too.

The train ride itself was good. I would have like to have someone announce when we passing something of significance. A big deal was Mde about keeping your tickets, but they were never checked. Nice scenic train ride though.

Great experience and very well organised. We did the “light lunch” and it was nicely presented. The trip to Broomhill and back is a great day out, with stunning scenery all the way.

Review of Strathspey Railway (Aviemore Station) The Strathspey Railway is a delightful heritage attraction based at Aviemore Station, offering visitors the chance to step back into the golden age of rail travel. From the moment you arrive on Platform 3, the atmosphere is filled with nostalgia: vintage carriages, traditional station charm, and the warm welcome of volunteer staff who clearly love what they do. The journey itself runs from Aviemore through the Cairngorms to Broomhill, taking around 40 minutes each way. The scenery is breathtaking, with rolling Highland landscapes, riverside stretches along the Spey Valley, and charming glimpses of rural life. It’s a wonderfully relaxing way to enjoy the area. Accessibility is another strength. The station and trains are well equipped with ramps and wide access points, and staff are quick to assist anyone with mobility or sensory needs. Reviews from wheelchair users and families with blind or disabled relatives often praise the care and consideration they received. There are, however, a few cautions to bear in mind. Occasionally, the steam locomotive is unavailable, with a diesel engine used instead—something that can disappoint younger visitors expecting the full steam experience. At busier times, organisation can feel a little rushed, with long queues and a scramble for seats. Prices, while justifiable for a heritage experience, are on the higher side, so it’s best treated as a special day out. Overall, the Strathspey Railway from Aviemore Station is a charming and memorable way to experience both Highland scenery and railway nostalgia. The combination of heritage trains, warm service, it is a standout attraction in the region. Just be sure to book in advance, check whether steam will be running, and allow yourself to slow down and enjoy the journey.

Brilliant visit. Lovely walks around the site and you visit the horses, ponies and donkeys. The meet a pony session was very informative, and provided many a cuddle and head rub. The bistro is a great place for a coffee and cake, or larger meal if you want it. Very clean, and picturesqu, with happy staff and happier equines.

Belwade farm go above and beyond to help rehabilitate the horses. The love. Care and attention they give is unbelievable. To not only there horses to staff and customers. These people are amazing have a big heart to do the work they love so much and I hope everyone realises the attention and support they give to everyone. You’re just amazing 🌹❤️xx

I think the visitor center is quite new so if you are going because of the horses you might be a little disappointed, we only saw a couple and those were from a distance dispite doing both the red and blue walks. That said, it's got a wonderful cafe with some spectacular walks down to the river and through the forest and the staff were all very friendly.

Nice place with joyful experiences for all

Great location, great walks, horses are so well cared for. The girl who was telling us about the horses in the barn was very knowledgeable. Will definitely be back.

We have driven past this place so many times over the years without realising what a gem of a place it is. We took the dogs for a walk and clapped the very friendly horses who run up to you as you walk by. They are so friendly you can’t help but love them all. We then went for a coffee and cake and it was great with very friendly staff who gave the dogs biscuits and water. Great views to sit and enjoy a cuppa. Loved our visit and thoroughly recommend a visit if passing.

Fantastic place to take your kids. Staff are delightful and the whole day cost a £5 to meet the horses and have a look around. Also worth taking your toddler round the fairy forest next to the car park. My 2 year old wont stop talking about it!

Karting instructor absolutely brilliant. He looked after our not confident daughter in more than great expectation. We appreciate him so much today. Many thanks Derek !

We came to Scotland ( two older ladies) to try our hand at fly fishing. We had 3 sessions - our instructors Derek, Donald and Ken, the owner, were all brilliant - kind and patient and made each lesson fun and enjoyable. DAP is a beautiful place in quiet and peaceful surroundings and the cafe on site serves excellent food. We learnt so much and loved it all. A big thank you also to Katrina in the office who was most helpful at all times. All very special people! Hope very much to return again. Lynda

We came for a family trip to Scotland for my father's 80th birthday, had the whole family with us. We wanted to do something fun that would provide enjoyment for all from their teens to their 80s. We found the Deeside Activity Park and decided upon rifle target shooting. Jack out instructor was amazing and made the event enjoyable for everyone. So enjoyable that we went back the next day for archery and go-karting, where Jack was able to get my 80 year old father on the track racing against his grandchildren, such great memories were made. Everyone was so accommodating and the experience was amazing. I would highly recommend it to anyone.

I had been looking for somewhere to help teach my som to GoKart. We went to Deeside twice this weekend. Jack the instructor was brilliant 🤩

Had great fun karting here. Beautiful place very nice staff and great machines. Definitely coming back. 100% recommend.

Just did a 5k mud run here with my sister and a few friends, and OMG! amazing time, great experience, and a great chance to show off some skills! 😉 seriously just wanted to start all over again the moment I finished. Plus the shower facility for afterwards (coz you're gonna get messy if you do it right) is good...even if you can only shower one at a time.

My three boys had a great time at the go-karts. At first I thought it was a bit pricey but the boys absolutely loved it. You can't put a price on happy memories. A full hour, as many laps as you can do. Training from the staff was firm and fair. These go-karts are not toys and need to be respected. Each outing you can see the boys got faster and faster. We got good mobile phone footage that the boys love watching. I'd highly recommend the go-karting. The next day I got to spend a number of hours on their Loch fishing. I was given good training/instructions on how to fly fish, ,not fished since I was a boy. I didn't catch anything despite the water obviously teeming with fish. I really enjoyed my time there. Again, I'd highly recommend.

Fun and good with kids - won't hold the all day but half or a bit more. Queues at peak time can see you wait anywhere from 10 to over 30 minutes - especially for the main attractions (water slides...). While there are multiple things to see and do, we felt we were coming back to a couple mainly, trying to balance queues waiting time and value! Few fast food stands with the quality you would expect from this type of place - nothing gastro of course!

A bit expensive but with the money. Great fun for the whole family. You can easily spend whole day there having fun on various attractions. Always book your ticket in advance online for a nice discount.

This was the first of many activities we booked before arriving to stay in Aviemore and what a great place to start off our holiday. Fun activities for kids and grown ups alike, I personally went out of my comfort zone and did the high ropes, having never done anything like that before it really tested me but so glad I did it, my daughter even did the skydive and showed great bravery

Landmark Forest Adventure Park is a fantastic day out for families! The panoramic views from the treetop tower are absolutely breathtaking, with sweeping forests and Highland mountains as far as the eye can see. The Cairngorms lookout point is both scenic and informative. Our kids had an amazing time, especially enjoying the water slide and the climbing facilities, which were safe, exciting, and well-designed. We also loved spotting butterflies in the tropical area. Beautifully maintained, fun, and full of natural beauty. Highly recommended for all ages.

Nestled in the forest, this Adventure Park is brilliant, we came just as the local schools went back which meant there were no queues at all. There is so much to do and explore as well as some really good activities. My 3 year old has told us it's his favourite place now thanks to the water slides. Great for all ages!

Went with husband, you defenetly do not need children to enjoy an adventure and to go out your comfort zone. Staff were friendly, loads to do with or without children. Beautiful grounds, informative information especially about dinosaurs 🦕 my husband especially enjoyed the water ride and the bid trampoline. Butterfly 🦋 house has lots of other interesting things, defenetly worth a visit for young and old with or without children.

Lots of fun to enjoy, all included in the ticket price. Handy facilities everywhere Even in the rain. Thoughtfully well designed details. Surrounded by wonderful forest nature. Very attractive well designed nature knowledge for both children and aldults. Superb for all the age! Would love to buy annual tickets if live close by!

Nice place for s coffee and cake/sweet. The liquor & whiskey shop was impressive.

We popped in past the Whisky shop on the way to see The Watchers up past the Lecht ski centre. Lovely selection of quality Whisky at very reasonable prices. Great advice and very happy with my purchase of a bottle of Tomintoul. Will be back again in future. Thanks

We scheduled a tasting with Sam and was not disappointed! We finally found a Scotch everyone could enjoy. The coffee shop next door was welcoming and perfect for a quick warm up on a windy day. We will definitely return!

Our absolute must stop and honestly favorite highlight stop when we come to Scotland. It’s a smaller store but the owner Scott packs it with some fantastic scotch options and what makes this place a stand out is you can try higher end whiskies before you buy and with the wise help and direction from the patient, kind and knowledgeable Craig, you’ll walk out with some wonderful choices to get you thru until your next visit. You can also get gin and sample size bottles and there’s a nice little attached store next door for baked goods, sandwiches drinks and shopping goodies.

Come see the expert Scott selling Scotch in Scotland. 😁 We came out of our way just to see this place because I read the reviews about it and figured it was a good place to pick up a few bottles. That was indeed the case and was quite happy with the tastings he offered and recommendations. Scott was quite knowledgeable about whiskey and was able to help guide us through since incredible selections. You are also able to buy whiskey online from his shop and send it anywhere in the world! Thank you Scott for taking the time with us that you did. I can't wait to order from you again.

Knowledgeable staff and a really good selection of whiskies at reasonable prices. Had a mini tasting session before settling on a Tomintoul 16 year old and a 2008 Dalmore single cask by Gordon & Macphail. All this situated in the stunning scenery of the Cairngorms. What's not to like 😀👍

Nice little shop with an impressive Whisky assortment. Young and knowledgeable guy who likes his job. Very friendly and helpful to find the Whisky you like 🥃 I recommend to stop next time you're driving by. I'll be back for sure next time I'll be in the area. In the meantime I enjoy a really smoky tasting Whisky 🥃😁

We are not whisky drinkers, but we really enjoyed the tour at Glenlivet Distillery. It was a very interesting and informative tour, and we left with a deeper appreciation of the science and art behind a great single malt Scotch Whisky. Our tour was conducted by Amber, and she did a fantastic job in explaining all the details clearly. A special mention too for Emma, who kindly allowed us to join the tour even when we were late to arrive.

A Fantastic Experience at The Glenlivet! Our visit to The Glenlivet was absolutely wonderful! The distillery itself is stunning — surrounded by breathtaking scenery and beautifully maintained inside and out. Our tour guide, Caitlynn, made the experience even better. She was fun, friendly, and incredibly informative, sharing the history and process behind The Glenlivet with great enthusiasm. It was the perfect balance of education and enjoyment. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Speyside!

Wow, what a beautiful distillery and tasting room. We came in to the distillery while we were out hiking the Drumin Castle Circuit, which is the same hike as the George Smith Smugglers Trail, except for the starting point as the Smugglers Trail starts at the distillery. We had tastings, and my hen and I also had margaritas made with the Caribbean Reserve. Our tasting consisted of very generous pours of the Captain's Reserve, Caribbean Reserve and 15 years of age single malt scotch whisky. Honestly we were not too keen on any of them. I would say we may had needed to push on and try some more until we found the one to our liking, but we needed to finish our hike. If we had drank anymore I sure we would had crawled instead of walk the rest of the trail 😂 We did very much enjoyed the margaritas, but I think we will just keep using tequila instead of the Caribbean Reserve, as it cost £30 for a 70 cl bottle. We would like to thank the Glenlivet Estate and The Glenlivet Distillery staff for their wonderful hospitality as we had a grand time!

We had an amazing time at The Glenlivet Distillery, Ross was an outstanding guide! He was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and made the whole experience both educational and fun. The history, the behind-the-scenes look at the whisky-making process, and of course, the tasting, absolutely top-notch. If you're visiting Speyside, this tour is a must. Thanks, Ross!

Had an awesome time at The Glenlivet Distillery! The tour isn’t as pricey as some others, but it’s packed with history and fun facts about both the brand and Scotch whisky in general. You get to try three whiskies at the end — the 12, 14, and 16-year-old — which is a nice change from the usual 12, 15, and 18. They also give you a 10% discount voucher for any whisky purchase, and you can sample more before you buy. Great whisky, great value, and a really enjoyable.

Although we didn’t get to join the tour, we were totally impressed by the place! The bar was exceptionally nice, and the staff were so sweet and welcoming. We picked up a few souvenirs on our way out and hopefully, we’ll get to try the tour next time!

During my visit to Scotland I wanted to have a whiskey tasting experience and I was thrilled to see the Glenlivet distillery was couple ours away from the place I stayed as Glenlivet is one of my favorite whiskeys. The day I had booked I was running late and called them and asked can they accommodate me and my friends for a later tour. Even it was clearly said they would not be able to reschedule for later time, in the booking details, they told me they will try their best to include me in a later tour as I mentioned I was visiting all the way from New York. Now for the tour I should mention, Amber was really welcoming, knowledgeable and very pleasant the way she interact with guests. Thanks Amber. The Distillery itself sits in a nice estate with beautiful surroundings. Inside the building is modern with a nice waiting area a bar and a store. Although they could improve the variety of merch they have in the store, they have decent offerings.

Leith Hall. Beautiful rock garden, we visited in the spring. With trails in the woods. We've had a nice tour of the inside.

Leith hall is a fantastic historical location brought to life by David our tour guide his knowledge and love of story telling was all inspiring and made our visit memorable ...the hall its self has a cozy homely feel to it and the rooms are bright and lofty due to the big windows and high ceiling this make the hall more inviting ...there is a military museum on the top floor which is an added bonus and well worth visiting after your tour as it adds more information about the leith hays that lived in the hall and became prominent military figures.... there is ample parking a cafe which sells cake the chocolate cake is superb and the cafe sells breakfast lunches ect along with all hot and cold drinks well worth a visit as the produce is top notch...there is a gift shop which stocks all the normal gifts and also toilets I highly recommend Leith hall as it scores 10/10 David help with this score as he made our visit one to remember

We had a wonderful time here, staff were great, tour was informative but a real highlight was to see that produce from the estate gardens being proactively used within the tearoom / cafe

Well worth a visit. Excellent tour of the house by Emma revealing lots about the house and the fascinating family who lived in it. The Military Exhibition (post tour) is a must as well. The Walled Garden is stunning....despite Storm Floris!

Lovely Hall and friendly knowledgeable guide. Very pretty sloping garden and a couple of walks through the grounds.

Great morning at Leith Hall today. Had a tour with wonderful guide Tina, she was super knowledgeable and personable and made our time there really nice. Interesting history of the family and beautiful rooms to explore. Would highly recommend a visit. Beautiful well kept grounds and peaceful atmosphere. Go to Leith Hall people!

The tearoom is really good and uses produce from the garden to create some different but utterly delicious food. I had the chard and cheese quiche with a tasty salad and loved it. The courgette and lime cake which followed hardly touched the sides going down, it was excellent! Our waitress was great too 😀

Beautiful & Legendary Distillery We decided to visit Glenfiddich Distillery in Dufftown, as we were visiting the nearby Balvenie castle. We really enjoyed it and thought this place was great. It looks the part, a bit Victorian a bit Scottish, it is really nice & well maintained. I have know this Whisky my whole life, even living in Switzerland, somehow it was always in the bars, clubs I was going to. I imagined it would of been a larger and more industrial place. I was happy to see it was more normal, smaller, etc. This is somewhat in the heart of Speyside's whisky region do visit if you can! The tour (like most of them in Scotland explains the production and making process, of whisky. Really worth your time and highly recommended from us. Note they also have a great shop and bar.

Had my first-ever distillery tour at Glenfiddich! Our guide was hilarious! super engaging and very informative 😂 The place itself is absolutely stunning and filled with history. The whisky tasting was alright, but it was still really fun to learn the story behind the drinks. Such an interesting and memorable experience!

Our tour guide was super knowledgeable, friendly, always stopped to ask us if we had any questions, and took his time with us and didn’t rush things along. The tasting room was super nice, very exclusive feeling, and there were only a handful of us on the tour together, so it felt very personal. 100% recommend.

Unforgettable Tasting Experience The Glenfiddich 1990 and 1992 Sherry Oak casks are hands down the best whiskies I’ve ever tasted, truly exceptional! Deep, rich, and perfectly balanced. A standout moment in an already fantastic tasting.

We were passing the Glenfiddich Distillery when we met a very friendly security guard. He invited us to have a look around so we did. All the tours were booked up. We chatted with various people and visited the shop which was very busy. Next time we visit we might book a tour and that would give a better understanding of this very popular industry.

Of course, Glenfiddich isn't exactly an insider tip. But the tour of the distillery is unparalleled—and we experienced many on our tour. Glenfiddich is one of the gold standards when it comes to Scottish whisky and shows that even a large distillery can impress with individuality and quality.

Great distillery. DO THE TOUR! Get there early and do the first one for the day. Our guide was Drew and he was brilliant. Well worth it.

Even with construction, the visitor's center and tastings were available (July 2025). My two friends and I stopped in as Aberlour is one of our favorites. First, Allison is amazing. Her knowledge of current and older releases and the process to make each expression was impressive but her congeniality and communication were what sets this experience apart. She was friendly, funny, and responsive. The tasting room is small but beautiful and sufficient since there are no large tour groups finishing there.

Great tasting experience (Deconstructed Scotch Tasting). Distillery is undergoing massive reservations so no tours. Still, the tasting was a lot of fun with Allison, our tasting guide, taking us through a flight of five different Abelour scotches. All of them were incredible and 45 minutes wasn’t nearly enough time to cover everything (we went a tad over). Loved it so much, ended up purchasing a bottle of their award winning 18 year old Double Sherry Cask finished scotch. Definitely a great experience and more personable (to me) vs. nearby big distillery tours. Thanks Allison and Abelour!!

Attended the tasting room for the Aberlour Deconstructed Tasting. Enjoyed a really good session with an excellent guide and some fantastic drams.

Exceptionally Charming Experience with rare editions of Aberlour Expressions. Hostess was very knowledgeable and it was interesting to learn about their next generation plans regarding the distillery.

Yesterday I visited the Aberlour Distillery for a whisky tasting with two friends — and it was absolutely top-notch! Everything was so well organized and thoughtfully presented. What stood out the most was the incredible attention to detail in the storytelling — we were completely immersed in the history and craft behind each expression. The presentation was beautiful, full of character and small touches that made the experience feel truly special. A lovely surprise was the Walkers shortbread, a delicious and elegant little bonus that added a true taste of Scotland. Also appreciated the exclusive discount in their shop — a great opportunity to take home a bottle (or two!) at a better price. Highly recommended to any whisky lover or curious traveler in the area! Valeriia

We booked the Aberlour Uncovered experience. This was the more humble experience we had as was the only one of the eight distilleries we visited that did not include a visit to the facilities. They said that it is because of safety reasons. Despite that the staff was very knowledgeable and friendly. The Whisky selection was also great.

One of my favourite distilleries I ever visited. The Whisky is great, and Allison is a rare treasure. How she handles the tasting experiance is really nice and informative. The store selection is also very nice. Absolutely would recommemd to all whisky lovers!

Logie is just incredibly calming. A haven in this crazy world. Highlights for me are the garden, which is beautiful, the walks along the river, and sitting outside in the courtyard on a sunny day just listening to the birds....with a cuppa and a delicious cake or scone! The cafe offers good quality food. Is isn't cheap, but everything I've had, has been lovely. I've seen the craft workshops change over the years and the selection is not as varied as it once was but it's still nice to drop by and see what's new. All in all, Logie Steading is a perfect place to spend a few hours. It's family owned and has seen 6 generations living there. It's obviously a cherished family home and I believe you can feel the family's love for the place in how beautiful it is maintained. Yes, it's a business too....but to me, that always feels secondary. I adore Logie Steading and visit whenever I'm in Moray. Well worth the short trip from the Moray coast.

Logie steading was a nice wee place, it has a lovely cafe with seating indoors and out, lovely shops with handmade goods, art, jewellery, clothing. There is also a small museum which was very interesting. There is plenty of parking and they even have parking in the shade if you have your dog in the car which I thought was good. Accessible for disabled people

What an incredible place where the walks offer serenity and a sense of adventure. The spacious café delights with delicious offerings, while the shops on site make you feel like a VIP. I loved the bookshop—massive and full of an amazing selection.

We loved this stop during our bike trip! The food was delicious and the service amazing. Courtyard really pretty for lunch. The shops on the edge were an added bonus! Highly recommend.

This is a great place to visit for walking, eating and shopping. We had a lovely walk along the River Findhorn to Randolph's Leap, with spectacular views. Afterwards we enjoyed a tasty lunch in the cafe. There is a fabulous bookshop here, where we spent quite a lot of time browsing through the secondhand books.

Visited this for the first tie wat a pleasant surprise. Vert neatly kept grounds and gardens. Good selection of retail outlets. Spent quite a while in the book shop. Cafe was busy with Good food. We bought a number of unusual plants. We then visited the beautiful gardens. Then it was back to plant centre to purchase more plants. Most are taken from cuttings from the main gardens. We highly recommend a visit here.

Very nice place with good walks, great staff in the Logie Timber shop as well. Also had great love music in the courtyard as well. Hidden gem.

We enjoyed learning about an aspect of the whisky process that we didn't learn about elsewhere, cask-making. They start with a short film, then a guide takes you up to a platform above the workshop where you can watch a bunch of workers actively inspecting and repairing casks. It was really fascinating to watch and learn from our guide. The charring process is shown via livestream. At the end there is a tasting of a whisky. I would definitely recommend this visit!

Visiting the Speyside Cooperage was great! My wife and I liked seeing firsthand how the casks are made and repaired. It's downright crazy how fast and good the coopers are. If you love whisky and learning about how it's made, I think you'll enjoy this tour as casks are a fundamental component to determining how grain becomes the whisky we love to drink and share. Our only complaint was the tour didn't live up to it's name as we didn't get to see any barrels "toasted" or charred. We were both really looking forward to experiencing the process in person versus just in a video (which we didn't see either by the way) but apparently it isn't a for sure thing for each tour. If we knew this beforehand, we still would've done the tour but we wouldn't have been as disappointed or as surprised when we were told we wouldn't be seeing any casks "toasted" that day. Other than this, we thought it would've been great to meet a cooper in person and be able to ask them questions. All in all, a great tour and one we'd recommend taking.

An outstanding and interesting place to visit, if you love whisky and cultural traditions especially ! The tour is very well laid out with an informative short movie to begin, then the extremely informative guide guides you along thei overlook balcony to share what all is happening down below in the work space. FABULOUS hour long tour, that ends with a wee nip, in a lovely part of Scotland!

Amazing experience! Worth to visit! Process of making barrels can be more exciting than whiskey production (when you have seen so many) 😉

Don’t really know if I should give three or four stars. It was amazing to see how the Coopers are restoring old barrels and how they refurbish them with such details. We even saw how two barrels were getting rejected the last minute prior to the pressure test because of some minor issue (assumption). Reason why I only give three stars is, that it was a lot of talking which is nice but I would love to see the steaming or the barrels as well as the charring. Would be awesome to see this in person and this is what I expected but maybe my expectations were a little too high. We “only” could see the apprenticeship guys which does an awesome job, no doubt about it but it would be even more impressive to see how new barrels are getting done as well as the whole entire process. Hence, I only can give three stars. Would I do it again? Not sure.

Seeing and hearing about barrel making history was fascinating. Fabulous to see the processes at first hand. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Highly recommend. 👍👍👍

Having learned a lot more about cooperage during our trip to Scotland and Ireland, we were happy to come across the area where barrels were stored. We unfortunately did not have time to stop for a proper visit.

A car park big enough for over 6 vehicles. Short walk to entrance building with small shop selling gifts and treats. Entrance fee payable. The castle is big and an outhouse also exists to explore. The main castle has some restrictions to access and intricate details have been protected from the weather. Still an impressive size with prison, cellars, great hall, kitchen, bedrooms etc. Outside is a building with a bakery and a brew house. Part of the original medieval road exists just outside.

The castle ruins is incredible. The size is quite impressive, between the cellars, the prison, the living rooms and the different rooms you will spent 1h . All the explanations are really good, the story of it is fascinant. Highly recommanded.

Enjoyed a lovely family day out. Admission was reasonably priced. Walked around the ruins had inside and outdoor areas. Some pebbled areas, steps to climb and different levels to negotiate but not to much for the young children in the party aged between (3 and 6) Disabled access is limited to the surrounds as climbing stairs inside the towers may present difficulties. There was parking facilities outside and a nice park with play area and picnic area close to the river which was very picturesque.

Went first thing it opened, the older gentleman we chated with inside the castle was super happy to be there, he felt like a personal tour guide and you could tell he loved what he was doing.

this is a wonderful castle ruins and so definitely worth a visit...the site is home to a number of castles during its history ...a medieval road lays next to the current ruin as well ...Once a magnificent, sumptuous and ornate building, Huntly Castle is a large and ruinous old stronghold and palace in a pretty wooded location, long the seat of the powerful Gordon Earls and Marquises of Huntly and with a long and violent history, just north of the Aberdeenshire town of Huntly.

Huntly castle is a must see castle whilst visiting aberdeenshire for all its a ruin there is still allot to see and you can use your imagination to fill in the blanks. There is a well stocked shop that sells everything from books to souvenirs to fridge magnets the people who run the site are very friendly and welcoming and happy to answer any question that you might have. There is decent parking next to the castle so no issues there also toilets are avaliable. The views from on top of Huntly castle are well worth the effort. 10/10

A very beautiful Castle, I spent hours exploring and there are beautiful walks and praks in the surrounding area. A fantastic day out. 🤩🤩

We went here for the play gardens and found out there's a soft play for the really little ones. The play gardens are lovely and well kept as you would expect. We spent about an hour going round and having fun, though there wasn't as many activities as I'd been led to believe. However I was surprised to be told the cafe has a soft play (for children under 110cm in height). When we went in it's really aimed at under 5s I'd say. It was perfect for my little one. She enjoyed this more than the play gardens. I should add that wherever I read the info for the gardens made it out to be free. While you don't pay as such to get in, the amount you pay when parking depends on what area of the estate you are visiting. If you wish to visit the castle grounds (which includes the play gardens) it's £5 for the day (per car). Adding the castle costs a little extra. Note: it's free for those with National Trust memberships. I had no issues paying this, but it came a little unexpected and thought I should mention it here in case it was important to someone else. Something to mention is that the staff who we came into contact at various points were all very polite, friendly and welcoming and offered guidance and assistance where needed.

Nice tour, with very informative in person Tour guide. Castle grounds and gardens are very nice and well kept. Great place for photos. In spring it would be fantastic with a huge selection of Daffodils. We stayed in the Garden house for 5 days and was absolutely great. Super quiet well furnished historic 2 story house. Huge living room with private garden and full dining room. 2 upstairs bedrooms up a steep set of nicely carpeted steps. Full kitchen as well.

We visited Brodie Castle this Sunday and had an amazing time! It’s dog-friendly, which is a huge bonus — we were able to enjoy the day with our 10-year-old Lab. The gardens were truly inspirational. I especially loved the extended meadow areas and the large vegetable garden with an orchard. All of the play areas were well-kept, clean, and safe. There’s something for all ages — from 8 to 45! The staff were very friendly and welcoming. Access to the gardens and play areas is free, and we only paid £5 for parking, which is a small price considering the number of attractions on offer. Highly recommended, especially in good weather! We’ll definitely be back!

A lovely historic building that was brought to life as a former family home by the knowledge and enthusiasm of our charismatic tour guide. Good facilities including two small and reasonably priced cafés (lunch of soup, oatcakes, cake and pot of tea cost about £10.40). Lovely grounds to explore and a children's play garden that was clearly being enjoyed. I visited on an October week day and it was not busy, a pleasantly comfortable and unhurried 3-4 hour visit.

We really like Brodie Castle. Our tour guide was new, but exceptional and she really added to our experience. The outside had some beautiful walking trails and we loved the huge beech tree. There were no formal gardens, but the children’s garden was so creative and really well done. If you have children, I’d highly recommend a stop here. The children’s garden was very well planned and the best we’d seen!

Visited the gardens and cafe . Staff all helpful and friendly. Two nice cafes with lovely cakes. spent a whole afternoon in the gardens and play parks. Children and adults enjoyed the play garden especially the musical areas. The big bunny was great to see. Children did the sheet to find the white rabbits and fill in the names, great idea to involve children. We didn't walk round all the areas so would certainly return.

If you have never been to a Scotish Castle I recommend Brodie Castle. Why? It is in the countryside away from traffic with plenty of parking. There is a very well organized tour with plenty of time to ask questions without feeling pressured. Several cafes are on the grounds with picnic tables to enjoy a lunch or snack. There is a playground for children. There are trails through the woods to follow . Clean bathrooms are on-site.

Super interesting tour and little tasting afterwards. Our tour guide Max did a great job and was always open for any questions. Enough time to take pictures of everything. Nice little option to take the samples from the tasting with you using the driver's package for free.

Nice whiskey tour experience! Felt very personal and also accommodating on person in our group that had a hard time to stand still or walk to much. If you are driving you can take the whisky with you in a small glad bottle. Overall interesting and good service!

Wonderful experience! It was fun to see the entire distillation process and our guide, Max, was very knowledgeable. The tasting was nice and we tried the food on site as well. Definitely worth checking out

This place has almost everything... Great tour. Lovely visitor center with a cafe and homemade food. Pleasant staff. But their scotch was the worst of the 16 distilleries we visited, in my opinion. I give them 4 stars because scotch is based on personal taste and I am sure there are many that enjoy this, just not me. Everything else about this distillery was lovely.

I had an amazing time on the Explorer Tour at Glen Moray. The guide Megan was fantastic – warm, knowledgeable, and clearly passionate about the distillery. She made the whole experience feel really welcoming and engaging. The tour itself was excellent. It was fascinating to see each stage of the whisky-making process, but the absolute highlight for me was the warehouse. There’s just something special about standing among the casks, soaking in the history and aroma – Megan brought it all to life with great stories and insight. The tasting at the end was generous and well-curated. I ended up buying a bottle from the Private Cask Collection – the Peated Fino – which absolutely blew me away. It’s a stunning dram and a great reminder of the day. If you’re visiting Speyside, Glen Moray is definitely worth a stop. The whole experience felt personal, unhurried, and genuinely memorable. Big thanks to Megan for making it such a great visit!

Glen Moray Distillery was a wonderful experience in the cute town of Elgin. The tour was very informative and gave us great insight into the process of making Scotch whisky. Afterwards, the cozy café was the perfect place to enjoy a coffee and relax. A must-visit if you’re in the area!

We took the Heritage Tour on 4th September with Amanda — what a treat! We learned an incredible amount about the world of whisky, both in general and specifically about how it’s made at Glen Moray. The tour ended with a generous tasting of four Glen Moray whiskies, which was a real highlight. Compared to the other distillery tours we did in Speyside, this one stood out for its depth of information, passion, and overall experience. It may have cost slightly more, but it was absolutely worth it. Thank you again, Amanda — we’d love to come back one day, maybe with friends or for a Halloween party at Glen Moray!

Very nice ruin. Well maintained. Very nice staff at main entrance who gave us a snippet of what to see and expect. Lovely view of Elgin from the top. The stairs up were well maintained, not too narrow, not a hard climb either. I do recommend. We used explorer pass to enter.

Signed up for annual Historic Scotland pass. Visited the cathedral while touring the Moray Firth area. Found the site to be well kept with loads of informative information on it's history. Staff were great and answered my questions. Recommend

remarkable abbey ruin ...would've been amazing to see in its day as what's left is looks pretty amazing ...lots carvings as well. . Even as a ruin, the cathedral shines out as one of Scotland's most ambitious and beautiful medieval buildings. Begun in 1224, Elgin was the principal church of the bishops of Moray. It lost its roof shortly after the Protestant Reformation of 1560, and later its central tower fell.

Beautiful place to visit. What a view from the top. Plenty of stairs, so be warned. Kids were engrossed in the history hunt, and we had to ask one of Historic Scotland reps to help us complete the last few.

We visited Elgin Cathedral today and absolutely loved our experience. The staff were incredibly kind and welcoming, and to our delight, we were even allowed to bring our dogs with us onto the beautiful grounds. That made the visit extra special and unforgettable for us. We are so grateful for this wonderful experience!

Hauntingly evocative ruins in stone. Curated exhibitions in the surviving snd partially restored towers add to appreciation of the time and place when Elgin was an active cathedral. The decorative stone sculptures are unique surviving treasures; some are whimsical and others are quite skillfully made. There is a nearby parking lot for easy access.

Well worth a visit! Good informative interior displays of mostly the "bits" that have fallen off and grand views of Elgin from the top of one of the towers. Friendly and helpful staff.

Good little cafe and exhibition. Easy access to the shingle banks. Guided tours of the ice house available. Great walk around the nature reserve too. Managed to see an osprey too as an added bonus.

This is a beautiful centre, with a lovely cafe, where you can learn, explore and see dolphins enjoying their natural habitat. We were lucky enough to enjoy other wildlife on our visit such as ospreys, lizards and kingfishers. The staff are incredible, they shared so much knowledge and insight with us. You must listen to the informative talk about bones and join the Ice House tour for a real insight into our history. James and Hope were exceptional. A must do and see if you are in the area!

We didn't see any Dolphins but they don't guarantee that you will. Lovely walk on the beach, it is all pebbles so thick soled shoes/boots are advisable. Food and hot drinks available in cafe. Small gift shop.

Lovely place to visit lots of wildlife if you're lucky dolphins passing great for a walk with the dog there's toilets shop coffee

Really nice little cafe & Shop X the exhibition on the dolphins is full of useful information X lovely setting, and views X we were fortunate enough to be able to watch the Osprey hunting while we were there, he flew right over our heads & gave us both (separately) a 10/15 minute display x unfortunately didn't see any 🐬 dolphins but they hadn't been recorded for 2 days so clearly tides & winds weren't right X would recommend it to anyone x

Amazing place, amazing people, an absolutely amazing cause. Cafe is also excellent, very nice fresh food served with very little wait (as its all freshly prepared) they don't like waste and nor do we. Its also very very environmentally friendly both cafe and shop. Amazing products, supporting local artists as well as their own clothing which is all recycled 100% cotton, also supporting so many people with their citizen science programme. I can't say enough about how amazing this place is. Their is also a bird reserve just by as its at the mouth of the river Spey. Dolphins, porpoise seen nearly daily.

Wonderful place to visit. Be prepared to climb over rocks and the pebble beach to look for the Dolphins, although we did not see any the visitor centre was well worth a visit and cafe serves lovely food

Stunning beach with soft golden sand, dramatic cliffs, and views of the iconic Cullen viaduct. Perfect for a peaceful walk, family day out, or paddle in the sea. Clean and well-kept, with nearby toilets and cafés in the village. The rock formations and nearby Bow Fiddle Rock make it a great spot for photography and nature lovers. A true coastal gem in Moray!

Fantastic visit to Cullen and Cullen Beach, one minute we were walking in the 🌞😎🌞😎 the next minute thick sea harr all within 5 minutes 😀 😄. Visited the heritage and tourist information tourist centre great wee museum with some amazing photos 📸 and artifacts.

Great beach ⛱️🏖️ for family and dogs 🐶.

Very small area by Quay side but very close to Cottage we rented. You could hear the sea cliff! The other end of beach was past the Sea Wall. Didn't sit on the beach even in sunny periods. It was a Bank Holiday and Cullen very quiet. Couple of families jumping off from harbour wall. Very nice peaceful place for rest and recovery

Lovley sandy beach with ample parking, toilets and a cafe. There are lots of rock pools at low tide to keep the kids busy and if you venture right to the north side of the beach there are a few caves to explore. The sea is lovley here probably the best beach we've visited so far.

This is a lovely beach of fine soft sand. It is a decent length, and has a few interesting rocks protruding but they are few, the beach is near all sand. To get to it, turn off the A98 under the Viaduct, and then into the carpark. There are no marked spaces, it is a bit of a free-for-all, and it is not paved, so it's poor for wheelchair users or even poor walkers. A further problem is, on nice days the car park tends to be packed so getting parked can be a case of waiting and hoping you can grab a space when it becomes free before someone else does. There is a little shop there selling the usual beach type wares though to be honest, we didn't buy here, but we did get lovely ice creams from the ice cream shop in Portsoy before arriving at the beach. Would I recommend? The sand is beautiful and there is a shop and parking. But the parking seriously needs looking at! But for the kids it is worth a visit!

I have been going to Cullen for years my childhood of summers at Cullen, the beaches, the Harbour, the trail walks that surround Cullen and along the coast to Sandsend another beautiful beach, time your day right and you may catch seals on the rocks on a summers day or dolphin 🐬 splashing in the bay 😀 there are a few good hotels & B&B plus a caravan park set on a hill top with stunning views, the town is friendly and the shops have there own charm, I go back each year to remember the fun and fresh air and the magic Cullen has.