The 24 best places to go out in Inverness

This tiny pub in Inverness is pretty cool. You can dine and groove to tunes while you eat. The service was a bit lacking though, especially for the size of the crowd they had between the bar and dinner service.

Loved our stay here. Absolutely fantastic place. We booked a last minute room and was afraid it would be not so nice. But omg, it was amazing. My favorite stay in Scotland! The room was very clean and super cozy. The bed was very comfortable and the restaurant was just below. No noise from the restaurant! The food was fantastic and the live music Absolutely amazing. Highly recommend it!

On a Monday, I met Tracy on the train returning to Inverness from my day trip to Edinburgh. I had only two more nights in Scotland and I wanted to experience live Scottish music. We were staying at the Waverley Guesthouse on Union Street and I persuaded her to go out to Ax throw at Playback. We were too late for that, they close at 7:00 pm. She was hungry so I guided her to Scotch & Rye Grill. We drank alcohol and she nibbled on pull pork. She did not look happy so I suggested let’s find another place. There are plenty of bars in the Historic area of Inverness, no need to take a taxi. The moment we read the sign, we laughed out loud saying HOOTANANNY. We walked straight to the bar to select our remedy. The live music was playing as we found seats to enjoy the performance. I looked at her face and she was radiant with happiness. Vhuntermassage LLC

Great pub, cool environment with lots of different seating areas and neat decor. Service was good along with food and drinks, everything was great and very reasonable. Fun place with great live music.

If going for evening music, be sure to make a booking! They serve the best chicken pie I’ve ever had! Live music was wonderful. We went twice because we enjoyed it so much. Decent whiskey selection as well.

Our dinner was delicious, we really enjoyed the food. The cranachan cheesecake was good aswell. They have live music which brings a good atmosphere. There was one server for the upstairs dinning area, I think they struggled to keep everyone happy. We heard the people near us make a couple of complaints due to not having the attention of the server. I would come in with the mind set of needing some patience for the staff.

Great venue. Food was absolutely fantastic and washed down with a few beers while foot tapping away to the live music. 10/10 WE’LL BE BACK VERY SOON

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!!

Lovely place to visit ... YouTube : Drone View 120

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.

Bit of a mixed experience here but overall a great visit. The haggis croquettes and cullen skink were both great and we enjoyed them. We also got a steak "medium" and it came out well done. We had a good laugh about that but luckily the whisky sauce made it edible (we're too polite to ever send food back). Service was perfectly fine but if you like lots of attention this probably isn't the spot for you. View out the windows is great if you get a table there. We, however, had a lovely view of the wall. Recommend having a reservation still in mid September.

The Castle Tavern in Inverness is a must-visit! Fantastic selection of ales and a great range of delicious whiskies to choose from. The food was unbelievable—our steak and ale soup special was rich and hearty, and the sticky toffee pudding was the perfect finish. Cozy, welcoming atmosphere with friendly service. A true Highlands gem right by the castle—highly recommend!

This place is adorable and very cosy! The staff are also very friendly. Good beer, good food, good view, what more can you ask for? We had such a great time here our first night in Inverness that we canceled our dinner plans for the following night so we could come back!

Perfect pub atmosphere - footy on TV, but not too loud. Service was excellent and friendly. Food was tasty and came out quickly. I even met a gorgeous doggie at the next table!

Had a fantastic experience at The Castle Tavern. The staff were super friendly and the atmosphere was stellar. We enjoyed sitting outside on a blustery fall evening - we were plenty toasty under a heat lamp. The chipotle chicken sandwich and the oatmeal stout were delicious!

Had a lovely time visiting the Castle Tavern. I got some of the best mac and cheese I have ever eaten! The bread was super tasty as well and was so good dipped in the leftover cheese. When I sent this picture to my sister, she was insanely jealous! Great options for drinks and fairly reasonably priced (the food was VERY reasonably priced, so not complaining)!

We ate here tonight, recommended by the staff at our hotel. We sat on the patio, which has a great view. I ordered the Haggis, and my wife had the Haddock and chips. I can say on my part that the haggis and whisky sauce was marvelous! I ate it so quickly that i couldn't get enough. It was absolutely perfect! Definitely recommend. My wife said the haddock was incredibly fresh and fantastic. Both of us were so glad we stopped by! The service was very nice. We ordered at the bar, and i asked the staff for their beer recommendations, and even though I didn't take their advice specifically, I really appreciated the personal touch of them telling me their favourites! Overall, not a single bad word to share! Great location, great atmosphere, great service, and fantastic food. Stop here, its worthwhile!

What a fantastic place we had drinks on Wednesday night and the staff were really friendly and chatty. We called in for lunch on Thursday again the staff were really friendly. We were seated straight away with table service for food and drinks. The menu was really good we opted for the veggie burger with seasoned fries and the cheese steak baguette (without cheese) chips and salad. The food came out quickly and was fantastic. All the other food coming out also looked amazing. I can highly recommend this place for food and drink or both. Thank you Johnny Foxes keep up the good work.

Drinks - water Pea and basil soup - so delicious. A bowl of soup is an actual bowl and priced decently. Fish & chips - fish is haddock - served one piece, but decent sized served with chips (fries) & green peas. Caesar salad - decent size delicious dressing and plenty of parmesan cheese. Very fresh. Staff were pleasant in a cozy atmosphere.

We had a much better experience than we expected! We came here for lunch and the first impression after entering was how sticky the floors are !!! I guess after nights and nights of live music it would be expected, but still weird to feel your feet sticking so much :)) The lady serving us was very kind, the food tasty - we took soup of the day (leek with potatoes) and different kind of sandwiches or wraps. It is a big space so you have a shot of finding tables without a reservation beforehand, even on a busy Sunday.

There was no table when we arrived, but we quickly put our name down and waited about 20 minutes. All the waitresses were super friendly, which made the experience complete, from the food to the service! (I highly recommend the ribs, the best I've ever had, believe me!!!)

Great location with great food. We didn't have much time. Service was great and so was the food. We told them were in a hurry but with quick service or food was still properly cooked and served.

Had a fantastic time at Johnny Foxes, the food was delicious, the drinks were great, and the live music created such an amazing vibe! The place was lively but welcoming, with friendly staff and a real local charm. A must-visit pub in Inverness if you’re looking for good food, fun energy, and great entertainment.

I wish I could give them a good score because they could do what many other places couldn't do. To accommodate 10 persons for a dinner service on a Saturday night! The staff was friendly, took our orders and the food arrived in no time. I would say service is better than decent. However admittedly the food was mediocre - maybe thats how the food generally served in city centre are. We had different food - traditional guiness steak pie, fish and chips, burgers, chicken stuffed with haggis, unfortunately nothing screamed "come back to this place". I hope they could improve the quality but I'm also thankful they accommodated us.

Loved our dinner here, especially due to the service. We came for dinner and drinks so it was great when we did finished a drink the staff were quick to ask if we would like another. The cocktails are truely top notch, worth trying a few for sure. The chicken wings are tasty and both our burgers were delicious.

Popped into Scotch & Rye while in Inverness and really enjoyed it. Super friendly staff, tasty food, and a great atmosphere. My husband tried some whisky and loved it. All in all, a really nice spot – we’d definitely come back!

Me and my brother we both tried the scotch-ness monster challenge, the burger was absolutely amazing, wings were crispy. Unfortunately I couldnt finish the challenge but my brother did. All in all, it was the best food I had in all of UK.

Such a warm and welcoming place to grab a pint and some food. Super friendly staff that are so passionate about planning events at the restaurant! Food was yummy! We left feeling full and happy!

Great service, staff friendly and very approachable. Amazing sticky toffee!! Came with the dog very dog friendly, water and dog menu available, made it very easy to chill out. Would go again and highly recommend!

Amazing cocktails, food, and super friendly staff! We had the smash burgers, jalapeños poppers and some chicken wings! Also they have a wall where you can pick and choose your own hit sauces :) Cocktails were absolutely fantastic! Place was great they even have a dj playing on the weekends. Highly recommend this spot in Inverness!

Fantastic food but moreover fantastic people. We loved the place and how they treated us and especially the kids and our puppy. We were exhausted after a long day of exploring and it was the perfect place. The food was lovely, we order a chicken burger, wings and dirty fries, along with kid menus and they were delicious. We left with full stomachs and very happy. Thanks.

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 👍👍👍

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!

Wonderful museum. Artifacts as well as a close-up of a few of the animals and birds native to Scotland. I especially loved that information was displayed in English and Gaelic. My visit included a spoon exhibition!Quite interesting and beautifully displayed. The staff members were very pleasant. Free entry, but please make a donation if able!

Lovely pub, a real pub! Been a couple of times and love it. Has old peculiar on draft! Lots of people from all ages and a really nice air of people who know each other and are regular. Very welcoming to newbies! Will try the food next time, smells great. Enjoyed beating my boyfriend at pool too. Everything you need for a good time.

Visited recently for the first time with my wife and a friend for lunch. It was a Saturday and we also had the dug with us! It was a good sign that the place was busy with diners.I had the scampi and wife had the beef stew - both delicious. The young lady who served us was great. She brought a bowl of water for the dog and we hadn't even asked for one. Will definitely be back next time we're in Inverness.

Real pleasant proper boozer. Old Peculier in absolute pristine condition, great choice of spirits for those inclined. Very friendly barmen and welcoming locals. We were to late for the kitchen so had to make do from a very interesting selection of bagged snacks

First time ordering takeout from the Innes Bar. Fish & chips were fantastic. Lovely crispy beer batter and generous portion of both chips and peas. Lovely taste. Add a little slice of lemon and it's perfect. Also ordered 8oz steak. Steak was cooked perfectly in line with our order. Again, generous portion of chips and nice, fresh salad & coleslaw with it was lovely. Onion rings had a nice crunch too. Ordered for collection at 7pm and was met at the door. Quick transaction at the door of the premises due to covid restrictions (no bad thing) and within 10 minutes I was home with freshly hot food. Gentlemen was very polite and the food was fantastic. Might have been my first time ordering here but will not be the last. Looking forward to becoming a regular.

Friendly staff Great pud. Sky sports, pool, darts. Dog friendly. No food as chef was on holiday we ordered a take away. If in the area we would pop again.....

Nice walk, in the forest, but the well was disappointing. People made it look neglected by leaving articles of clothing instead of ribbons.

We recently booked our staff summer party here and will be doing the same next year, the beer garden area was perfect for us, the staff, Connor, Kayleidh & the chef who did our BBQ (didn’t get his name sorry) were excellent! Going above and beyond all night for us Thank you all so much

Great pub with plenty of seating. Great band came on at 5pm, I had no charge on my I phone, the girl behind the bar gave me her own personal charger, that’s going beyond to help you out. Thank you so much

An Inverness institution with real character—claiming roots back to 1841 and widely regarded as the city’s oldest pub—Gellions delivers nightly live Scottish music (ceilidh/folk vibes often led by local favorites like Schiehallion), a buzzing crowd of locals and travelers, and a strong pour list to match. Expect 24 taps across cask and craft plus an extensive line-up of Scottish whiskies and gins; it’s the kind of room where a pint easily turns into a singalong. Arrive early on weekends if you want a seat—peak sessions pack out fast.

Didn’t eat here but came for the live music. The night we came in the band was phenomenal!!! Small place gets packed, but stop in for a pint or two to get some local flavor and great atmosphere!

Great old local bar. Definitely providing much needed respite from the ordinary.

Love this pub. Friendly and authentic. The band was amazing and crowd was so happy. Located in center of the town and easy to reach other restaurants if you wish. Try this pub if you are in Inverness.

My husband and I were visiting from Philadelphia when we came upon this gentleman. He happens to be a local from Inverness who loves the Philadelphia Eagles. We watched the game together and hung out and watched the Eagles win. Had a great time. Wished we exchanged numbers.

Great local pub and live music nightly. Stop by and make a new friend! Whiskey flights available to sample local distilleries

I went in to get my parcel as they are connected with other companies to do so. Went to the till and got a very rude lady in a floral dress bark at me that I was at the wrong place for parcel pick up. I then went to the desk she said and no staff were around at all so I went to another desk and got a really nice blonde cashier who helped me right away and went and got my parcel. Its actually put me off doing the service again as it seems to be a huge bother to the staff or just floral dress lady.

The manager, Tom, is fantastic. He went the extra mile in trying to sort out a problem and even phoned customer service for me. The store is extremely lucky to have such a hard worker!!

Having been a regular purchaser from Next I am disappointed to learn that the fitting rooms are still closed. This is in Perth also. We stay some distance away from towns and cities and not easy to return items. Fitting rooms are now allowed to be open so is it a case of these stores being mean in not employing staff to sanitise the fitting rooms. Loads of hospitality venues have had to employ more staff to be covid compliant and most don't have the backing of a big chain.

I dont really shop in Next very often,to be honest, however I visited today as I had a Xmas voucher to use. Lovely store, pleasant staff, good variety, thanks!

The quality of Next menswear isn't what it used to be and the stock and range carried by this particular branch is a bit limited. You can order into store though, just a shame I have to do so so often.

Good collection and very tidy

Nice staff and very helpful and the store is clean and tidy what more do you want

Came across this amazing pub while we were looking for a place to have a lunch. Inside the interiors is very nice, very tidy and clean pub. Staff were friendly. Even the toilet is very cleaned. Well done! We ordered fish and chips. The fish and chips are very fresh. Good for value. The only complaint I have is the small plates. When I cut the fish it went flying and I caught it in time before it landed on the floor... lol. We would definitely come back and I would recommend friends to come here.

It’s just kind of alright to be honest. We stopped in for food and drinks on a Sunday around 3pm so it was nice and quiet. There’s a huge menu of cocktails and some of them are on a “happy days” menu so reduced to £6: happy days indeed! Food is largely burgers and pizzas with some mains options thrown in. I ordered the “Revs Chicken Kebab” but they were out of grilled chicken so settled for a burger and a starter of fried chicken. It was all just kind of ok. Nice sauce on the burger but the burger itself kind of had a spoons vibe to it. Not a problem in itself although the food is pretty expensive for what it is (£13ish I think!). I’d probably go back for drinks but wouldn’t bother with the overpriced food.

Disappointingly fish & chips served was pretty awful. Sent out with chips that all looked green or off. Sent back as they didn’t look right. A fresh meal was provided, but again chips were awful. No care clearly by the chef or the Manager for them to allow this to happen. Apology offered by the waitress, but for a standard meal this is unacceptable.

Really good cocktails and friendly staff! The happy days deal seems pretty good, too bad it's not valid on bank holidays (apparently, they don't tell you/ state this upfront). The food is quite mid, fine for the price. Would've preferred to be informed about the deal not being valid before ordering our cocktails with this mindset. Would not have given a tip after this experience, but apparently this 'optional' service charge is already included. Loved the mean girl cocktail tho

Service was very slow and had to go find the waitress a few times! Took 20 minutes just to get a drink. We were looking forward to the £6 cocktails, but they were 90% ice! No wonder they were only £6. We ordered the Rev sharing platter which was good, but they changed the jalapeño poppers for battered mushrooms without checking with us first. 1) I ordered that platter because I love jalapeño poppers 2) I hate mushrooms. All in all, just an average experience at an average restaurant.

Amazing food! I had the Gluten Free Korean BBQ pulled pork burger, it was delicious. The chips were fresh and crispy and the Noo Woo cocktail was beautiful. Serving staff were polite and helpful and the place was immaculate. Will definitely be back to try more from the new menu!

Fantastic place for a cocktails lovers although we went there for a meal. Great food, good selection of drinks although no whisky. We were surprise that the don’t serve whisky but not a problem as we went next door. Strongly recommended not only for a cocktails lovers but also for a meal and quick drink. It’s really spacious and safe especially now with all the COVID restrictions. Friendly staff. Thank you and see you again!

Fantastic experience for my mum's birthday. Main courses were amazing and catered for celiac disease with an exclusive menu. Desserts were equally as good. Thank you so much for putting decorations and even a wee candle on my mum's dessert. Also all of the staff were so friendly, a credit to the restaurant!! We will be back for sure 😁

We found this pub by chance whilst spending an evening in Inverness before our weeks holiday and it was nice we spent our last night there when we arrived back. Excellent food, (tastiest mussels ever!)friendly service, would recommend booking especially as the kitchen closes at 8. A great little find

My husband and I ended up here for supper one night after seeing good reviews online. We didn't have a reservation so we had to wait for a table. The host was kind and sympathetic despite our lack of reservation and got us in after 45 minutes. It was worth the wait! The service here was awesome. Very warm and welcoming. Good team effort as we were attended to by 4 people during the course of our meal. Our primary server, whose name I have forgotten, was particularly lovely. She said she only recently started working there after her kids were grown, and she was a total natural and her friendliness was a highlight. The atmosphere was really nice. A busy place with locals and tourists, cozy without being too crowded. A reasonable level of noise for how busy it was. We were tucked into a corner which was a fairly quiet spot. My husband got the chicken sizzler which was the largest portion of chicken either of us has ever seen! He said it was really nicely flavored and juicy. Soooo much cheesy goodness on top! I got the Jacobite chicken which is stuffed with blaggis (black pudding plus haggis) which was a great combination. Perfectly cooked and I loved it. The gravy was an excellent complement to the chicken, and was rich without being heavy. My portion was a little small but a couple bites of my husband's chicken evened things out. I didn't get potatoes as a side and instead got extra carrots. Totally did not expect them to blow my mind, but wow! Best carrots I've ever had. Garden fresh, perfectly cooked, lovely light glaze. Highly recommend. We had no room for dessert, sadly. I saw other diners' desserts and they looked awesome. Wonderful experience and good value for money especially in a touristy town like Inverness.

I was really pleasantly surprised by The Waterfront in Inverness. The place is very popular and busy, and the food is simple but absolutely delicious. I had the best mussels I’ve eaten in a long time, and the pork belly good. Highly recommend this place- but make sure to book a table if you’re planning to come for dinner.

We discovered this place by chance, as we could see it from our hotel. We had a lovely meal here. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and happy to share tips about what to see in the area, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Most importantly, the food was excellent — and great value for money. A down-to-earth, friendly spot serving good food.

Very nice, friendly staff. Delicious food, good location. Seated immediately fast waitressing food arrived quickly. Thank you to all the staff for a nice meal.

I can't imagine why you need a reservation for this place. The staff seems harried and not in any way friendly or charming. It was next to impossible to get their attention and the service was marginal at best. The cullin skink was pretty good, but that was all. The risotto was so overcooked it had a texture like baby food. The steak and ale pie is a watery stew with a round of puff pastry on top, and the meat chunks were like chewing leather. Bland, no flavor at all. So bad I sent it back. I got the grilled salmon, and it was overcooked and dry. Sticky toffee pudding had a nice presentation, but was mediocre at best. Even the bread was stale. With so many good restaurants in Inverness, spend your money elsewhere.

Came in for a spot of lunch after a long morning exploring Inverness. We discovered the amazing lunch menu (2 courses for £20!) and couldn’t resist. We ordered drinks and food, and everything came over promptly. The mussels were EXCEPTIONAL. My pie was also delicious and the pastry top very flaky. We loved everything, and would highly recommend. The only very slight negative was that we were automatically charged for pints of soft drinks as appose to standard size without being asked. When I queried it, they happily changed it on the bill but it was a bit odd.

Absolutely fantastic meal here. The staff, atmosphere, and food were wonderful. One of, if not, the best places to eat out in Inverness. Our party had the haggis, brie, and cranberry and prawn starters, which were excellent meals and perfectly portioned. The mains were just as great. We had the chicken with bacon, haggis, and mash. The steak was one of the best I've ever tasted! The lamb tagine was cooked perfectly. Overall, this was a great bar and restaurant, service was excellent, and the atmosphere was lovely. 10/10 would recommend if you're visiting Inverness!

Awesome spot! The Cullen skink was LOADED with seafood, they were not shy! Deliciously creamy yet light. Steak pie was good too, maybe could’ve used some salt but everything was cooked nicely. Veggies were fresh and potatoes were creamy. Couldn’t ask for much else!

Our first and one of the best meals we had in Scotland! Great first impression, very tasty meals and excellent service!! Totally recommend the Steak Pie and the Steak Cheese open sandwich! ❤️

Had a great meal, didn’t have to wait to be seated during the week for 2 people. The Cullen skink was nice and hearty, perfect for a chilly night. The salmon was delicious as well.

Arrived in Inverness later than planned for a short break. Thankfully Number 27 serve food until 10pm. Highly enjoyed mezze bread and dips, fish and chips, cajun pasta, and homemade cheesecake, service was amazing too, will be back if we are in the area again!

This is a solid 4.5 star review, but since I can’t give a half star… The food was simple but fantastic. Seriously, the steak pie is to die for! The white chocolate panna cotta had a slight textural issue - very much as if the chocolate hadn’t quite melted all the way when making the base - but it tasted good enough that that didn’t really matter. Our table had a view of Inverness castle that will probably be breathtaking once the renovations there are done and the fence is down. The atmosphere was lively without being overwhelming. The only issue was the service, while very friendly, was on the disorganized side. I’m not complaining, exactly, I had a good night and would eat there again if I was back in town, but they brought out my main with the wrong side, brought my dining partner’s dessert out with no cutlery, and forgot about our request for the bill when we asked for it at the end of the night. Everything was sorted out when brought up, and it certainly didn’t ruin the meal or anything, it just wasn’t quite a five star (that is, flawless) experience. I have no reservations about recommending this as a place to get dinner, though!

This cathedral is beautiful! You do have to pay to actually walk around the cathedral, but it is a small pay (I paid £6 as an 18+). It’s definitely worth visiting this cathedral as the stain glasses are beautiful and the history behind it is special. I am not sharing much photos as I do not want to spoil the inside of this cathedral. I definitely recommend coming here and taking the time to walk around inside it.

Inverness Cathedral is such a stunning and peaceful place to visit. The architecture is impressive, with lovely stained glass windows and detailed stonework that give it a special charm. Inside, it feels calm and welcoming — perfect for a quiet moment of reflection. The location is fantastic, right on the banks of the River Ness, so you can enjoy a scenic walk before or after visiting. The volunteers are friendly and happy to share the history of the cathedral, which makes the experience even more meaningful. Whether you’re interested in history, architecture, or just looking for a peaceful spot in Inverness, this cathedral is well worth a visit.

new on the scale of cathedrals we seen in UK ...definitely worth a visit ...Inverness Cathedral, dedicated to St Andrew, was built in the 19th century, with its foundation stone laid in 1866 and opening for services in 1869. It was finally consecrated in 1874 after the remaining debt was paid off. The cathedral serves as the Mother Church for the Diocese of Moray, Ross and Caithness within the Scottish Episcopal Church.

A nice little Cathedral. There's some great information inside ( self guided tour ) some beautiful woodworking. The only disappointment is it seems overrun with 'nick nacks' While I understand it's a working church. It takes away from the feel of the expierence.

Beautiful church and everyone there was so kind and informative. They explained so much. Just a lovley experience.

On 6th October, my son’s family and my family were visited there. Staff lady was very kind. This cathedral was very good.

Peoples Show Choir performed here with 180 singers from across UK, and 20 musicians. It's an amazing venue, ideal for small concerts, and set in a beautiful city..

I planned quite a bit for my trip to England and Scotland, looking for unique dining experiences, not restaurants with just the usual fare. So I was already excited about my visit to Contrast. It’s been hours since my visit and I’m still excited. What a great and creative meal. I started with the Gravlax, preceded by a small loaf of the best, softest, warmest, crispiest bread I’ve ever had. Then came the main, the Scottish cod, but not just a slab of fish, a wonderful composition of flavors and textures that mirrored the starter. My only regret is not having left enough room for dessert. Next time.

Fantastic lunch. Service was excellent and they even gave a slice of cake for bday girl 👏 food was delicious and so well presented- staff gave everyone right dish without asking. Very attentive

We had a reservation but came a little late. The team was very accommodating, parking was easy, and the food was great. We got the braised lamb and the cod as mains with the scallop appetizer. All were delicious with the mains having great portion sizes. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting Inverness. You can even go for a lovely walk around the river after.

"Mix Seafood Platter for 2" - This dish was extraordinary split between two people. A lot of food, all of it delicious. Almost no room for dessert!!

Very nice looking piano bar lounge... BUT the piano player didn't show up. That is why we spent £55 tonight on a kinda average burger for me and haddock, that my wife enjoyed a lot, & vinos. Staff were very nice especially Elizabeth who was super nice & she is the reason I didn't ask to speak to complain to the manager about no live piano music as promised. Disappointing evening.

Lovely Sunday Roast at a beautiful location right next to the river Ness, with private parking right on site. Very good service. However it's not a typically Scottish ambiance.

Highly priced, so you have high expectations, which are sadly not fulfilled. The steak is only average. The sushi in the seafood menu is not good. The fries as a side were awful, tasted like old fat, definitely unacceptable for this price. The cocktails and the bread you get as a starter are very good. Service is friendly but a bit unorganised. We were asked by 3 different people within a minute what we would like to order, even though we said at the first time, that we aren’t ready yet. It would be ok for a lower price, but for about 50 pound per person it’s disappointing.

Eden Court Theatre and Cinema is a truly customer focused venue. Staff are friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. There are multiple theatres with good disabled access. A well stocked bar and kiosk area. The menu is quite limited but, for a light bite, your needs are met. Good parking, great location for pre/ post show bars and restaurants nearby. Hotels are plentiful and they range from budget friendly to budget bursting. The seating in the main 800 seat auditorium is wonderful. Very spacious and comfortable. Every seat offers a superb view of the stage. If you buy front row seats, be aware that when it comes to intervals, you are required to remain seated until the safety curtain has been lowered/ risen. Something to note if you tend to need the loo more often than others. The auditorium sound is fantastic making shows more enjoyable. We have seen all sorts of shows from drag to comedy and musicals to concerts and the atmosphere, sound and temperature within the auditorium has been perfect. We have seen Pride Drag Artists from Highland Pride Event, several Steve Steinman productions, Blood Brothers, Six, Jesus Christ Superstar, Rocky Horror, Edinburgh Byrne and so many more. For a great, comfortable and safe night out, check out Eden Court's website for upcoming events.

We were here in the summer and they had a large tent setup in the yard with different bands playing authentic Scottish music. It was pretty cool and the people were very friendly. They also had a drink vendor with both beers and sodas available which was quite nice.

Excellent modern design attached to an old building. The main cultural hub of the highlands. I went to a talk by Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland's former leader, promoting her new autobiography. She speaks well.

See ,,Narnia,, best theatrical actors and singers from West End in London. Great performance even for kids,great light show and acoustic. Sitting on balcony still fantastic view on podium.

Here for Bryan Adams' "Bare Bones" gig. What a night. He was on top form and his voice sounds excellent. So glad we were able to get tickets. Also, so refreshing that reminders not to take photos/videos during the show. Wish more places did this.

Went to see Dara O'Briain. Very funny and an amazing story of family connection. We didnt have the best seat, boxes on stage left but knew that when booking. Full house but no issue getting in or out. The place has a good flow. Plenty of parking but don't leave it too late as it can be a snails crawl looking for that elusive parking space between two monster trucks. Highly recommend venue.

Friendly helpful staff, the lighting and sound system for the band (Rumours of Fleetwood Mac) was excellent, we thoroughly enjoyed our night.

This was a great station for both arrival and departure, with well-sized platforms for the trains! Station canopy is built from beautiful glass architecture, area not underneath is lit well by the sun and many platforms are available for the highland capital. Departure boards are up to date and even though the staff were nice, they were not organized since only a few other people in queue and they could not be ready for me to buy a plusbus after nearly 10 minutes.

This is a small yet adequately spacious station with an open layout that allows plenty of room to maneuver. It avoids the claustrophobic feeling all too common among train stations in various parts of the world. This one seems right-sized relative to the activity level. The stored luggage facility here was particularly useful for us as we were able to leave our luggage here on our last day in Inverness after we had checked out of our AirBnB. We were able to conveniently pick up our bags just before our train to the airport. The connections to other major cities in Scotland from here are quite useful. We did our ticketing via the kiosks there. They were in good working order and accessible the three times we used the station. We bought our local tickets directly at the kiosk and we bought our intercity tickets on-line to claim them at the kiosk. We had no problems. The building is not an architectural gem by any means and it does show its age in many ways. But it's kept up well enough and it serves its purpose.

Toilets are lovely and clean. Don't mind paying 50p to use them but if anyone who has any influence there is reading these reviews please, please, please join the 21st century and go digital for the payments instead of cash! Literally, "tap and go" would be so much better.

I'm not a big fan of this station. The station looks run down and worst of all they charge for the toilets. I had to hold it in while waiting for my train. Not pleasant. The member of staff I meet at ticket desk was not friendly or accomidating. Overall very poor experiences.

Storage lockers are out of service (and have been for some while). Frustrating if you’re taking the Caledonian Sleeper. There are alternatives in town but some close at 6pm and others use apps which charge per baggage day rates (less good if you’ve only got a few hours to kill before your journey).

Very clean and spacious station, most large station's make a charge for toilet facilities, which is reasonable.

Just a normal train station, not very pretty or particularly clean and the toilets cost money (20p). The staff are happy and friendly. When we went, our train was on time and we found the station fine. We got lost on the way from the station to the bus stop though and missed the bus. That's because the signs to the bus station are misleading. Better ask a member of staff or trust Maps to navigate.

Great pub that we found as we were heading back to hotel. Great service and atmosphere was perfect. Locals very welcoming to visitors. Highly recommend you stop in for a pint.

It was a great place. The owner was wonderful. The food was fantastic. Fuda was a pleasure to deal with fantastic owner and we had a great time because of her.

After 35 years since my last visit I popped in for a beer or two on a Sunday afternoon- disappointingly only 2 of 8 hand pumps with real ale available (Orkney IPA & Cromarty White). A classic Scottish bar , but unfortunately felt a wee bit off colour today , might just have been me-will try again before another 35 years!

Excellent Alehouse and restaurant situated close to all the amenities Inverness has to offer, a must visit for anyone visiting Inverness wanting to sample real ale, has been a regular good beer guide entry for over 30 years.

Very welcoming pub with a choice of well kept local ales, with an attached Turkish restaurant, nice food pleasant atmosphere

It was fine enough inside but their beer was horrible... ended up making me sick, no other half or pint in the city did. Friendly staff but they have to keep an eye on their beer...

Really nice pub. Very friendly bartenders. Great beers. You can get small tasters, so you can find the beer you prefer. And the fastest Wifi I had in the UK so far (~60Mbit)

Fantastic walk through the park. A play area for kids and relatively easy paths for folk of all abilities. An oasis just on the doorstep of a vibrant town that is well maintained! We stopped at the mini golf and had a great time - really recommend for a fun day out with kids of all ages!

A peaceful place to walk around and relax. Many benches and view points all around the islands 🏝 River Ness flows from each and every corner with a few cascades and small islands. Well lit and tarmacked paths. Victorian bridges and colourful trees. You can have a good walk around from city centre on one side through the Ness islands and bridges to the other side and back. It's an hour walk if you're not stopping but you better dedicate more time as you would likely stop enjoying the scenery.

Ness Island offers some really unusual views of the River Ness. It is a special area. We met loads of dog walkers. If you have a dog best kept on a lead but there are areas you can let them off. It was quite busy the day we visited but it was school holidays and it was a lovely day. Take your time to enjoy it is a nice area.

Very pleasant and relaxed green space not far from the city centre. Very pretty walk around the island. Highly recommended.

Beautiful islands in the river,with lots of tall trees,and interesting benches,and even an old fallen tree I named The Log Ness Monster. The suspension bridges to the islands are good too.

A must-visit if you‘re visiting Inverness.. you can walk from town down beside the river on one side, cross the bridge to Ness Islands, enjoy a beautiful walk, cross the bridge on the other side of the Ness Islands and walk back to town on the other side of the river.

Nice for a short walk or relaxing besides Ness River

The most incredible trip! We went on the 3:30 pm Mischief sailing in the last week of July and got amazing sightings. The team were so knowledgeable and their insights really added to the experience. We even got a wee glimpse of one of the baby dolphins!! Really appreciate how respectful and caring the team were, always turning off the engine and letting the dolphins come and go as they pleased. Cannot recommend this experience enough!

We had an amazing 2 and a bit hours out with Peter, who was the skipper for the day. He was incredibly skilled in manoeuvring the boat close but respectfully towards the animals. He was fun and easy to chat to. We had an incredible experience, we saw dolphins, basking sharks and seals. We’ve done a few sea safaris but this is the only one I can say is credible. As a family, this was the highlight of our holiday. Thanks everyone!

My first time visit here staff was helpful got a chat to see what it was all about tour guide and gge crew was brilliant with a lot of information about the whole experience the dolphin spirit did not disappoint us they were very playful one came past the boat got some very great footage of video on my phone saw fort george i must visit if I can best views were amazing from top deck it was feezing cold my hands were freezing but I didn't mind I'm used to all weather's I'm from Aberdeen here in Scotland I'm definitely going to do this again was suggested to myself about the Rib tour that is one I'm definitely going g to do i e had the best day and experience ever this is a must do tour for families or on your own like myself

amazing cruise tour, although no dolphins were spotted, we managed to see some birds. Its a 2 hours round trip, well worth it. can purchase tickets on arrival. Cruises follow a time table. parking available on site. highly recommended.

Very lucky with sunny clear day and did get to see dolphins. The staff were all lovely and friendly and made us welcome. Our guide on the boat was not obtrusive, but took the trouble to interject to point t out the names and habits of the birds we saw on our journey which was great.

Unfortunately no dolphins but we did get to spot dolphins a little later near the Fort! Our guide was amazing and it was such a great experience to see the nature from the water side too. We were quite fortunate with the weather so that was a big plus for us. Super sunny and just a great overall experience. Would definitely do it again!

We thoroughly enjoyed this trip and had some great sightings of dolphin The only downside is that we would liked to have been sat outside on top and unfortunately we were inside, you are able to get up and walk outside but for the kids they preferred to stay seated so missed most of the sightings. I feel indoor seats should be cheaper.

Modern but yet cozy bar with a good selection of whisky and cocktails. They made us a custom flight of whisky’s based on what we already had on our Scotland trip. The Strawberry Twister was also pretty good. As far as I could tell they don’t serve any food.

I came here everyday while in Inverness for their Old Fashioned. The guy in the bar really showed passion while preparing the cocktail. The place is a cozy little bar, with a few seats available- in a welcoming and charming atmosphere. It was perfect to finish the day and get ready for dinner, while enjoying a nice drink. Their whiskey selection is massive and their cocktail list is for every taste. They also have beer and wine. It doesn’t matter what type of drink you’re into, the place is just a must! I saw they also have whiskey taste, but I didn’t have the chance to try. To flag, they don’t have food in here. Highly recommend, one of my favourite spots in Inverness.

Having been recommended to visit The Malt Room by multiple whisky loving friends I couldn't turn down the opportunity while I was in the area. The venue is small but what do you expect from a place called The Malt ROOM? However, it never felt loud or crowded during the time I was there and there were plenty of options for seating or if you'd prefer to stand. The two people behind the bar we're friendly, easy to ask questions of and certainly knew their stuff, I'll definitely be back next time I find myself in Inverness!

This place is very cool. A cozy place perfect to disconnect and try nice whiskies. I was here reading my book and tried two new whiskies :) Thank you, I'll be back. Nice service too.

A must-visit in Inverness for whisky lovers! The tasting experience is fantastic. The room is cozy, candlelit, and quiet a perfect spot to enjoy some exceptional whisky.

Went by the friendly bartender’s recommendation and ordered a great whisky and draught beer to go with it. Nice easy going vibe. It was great, recommended

What a brilliant space! I spend well over an hour there, drinking amazing rare drams (and quite well priced too!) and chatting with Nick (if I remember well!). The selection is great and the staff is amazing. I have been to many whisky bars around the world, and this one is one of the best experiences I had. Highly recommend. My partner enjoyed a great cocktail and nice beer as well! Can't wait to come back!

Super easy to navigate and the best mode of transportation for cruise port transfers.

Buses are late. There is a small snack bar in the waiting room. They only had drip coffee. The drivers were helpful. You have to pay by card.

Unclean bus station. The staff are rude and not helpful in any way at all. NOTE TO ALL: If you are travelling on the 'local' buses (e.g. X99) you have to pre-book your tickets through the Scottish City Link website, otherwise it's a free for all when the bus arrives.

It’s connecting Scotland 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 with a great connecting services but on weekends services are not as regular as usual. It’s hard to get more services on Sundays even to the surroundings of Inverness. Plan your trips ahead and check out the bus schedules ahead so that your trips don’t get delayed or interrupted!!!

Really lovely little cafe inside. Stances really well marked, Plenty of drivers around to help

A block off the Main Street. Cafe has limited hours. Bring your own refreshments for a long bus ride without expecting to buy anything at the station.

First impression of the ticket office and cafe were fine, the toilets were very disappointing. 30p to get in and no toilet seat, the blue bulbs gave no real light in the toilet and the decor was poor.

We had our son's 21st party here on Saturday and the venue was superb. Staff were really friendly and helpful. Food was amazing and the whole atmosphere was great. Would recommend for anyone booking a function or party to use this establishment 😄

Really liked this Caley club, prices where cheap and a great pint of Tennents lager. Staff was friendly and the club members made u very welcome. Would definitely recommend you give this place a visit.

Incredible evening here. Shout out specifically to the chef who served us the best food we ate in Inverness over our weekend there. Very warm hospitality.

Lovely manager friendly and chatty .bars clean and ladies toilets done up all lovely will be back soon at some point and get my card membership picked up once im back home

Really nice food at great value. It's a football bar but it's very friendly no matter who you support or if you don't care about football.

Excellent long term establishment long may it last

Best craic you will get. Game off pool, or darts & all sports shown. Non members welcome for a small donation off £1.

A fantastic set up and very welcoming club for all

Fantastic game today

Good place to watch shinty matches

(Translated by Google) Peace and nature.... Beautiful! (Original) Paz y naturaleza.... Precioso!

Always a treat. Mes de un Club!!!

Fantatsic place, great bunch of lads who always play with heart

Epic game

Great atmosphere for a highland league club

Genuinely the greatest sausage rolls I've ever had. and well it's the ferry San siro what a ground what a team up the lilywhites