Places to go in Highlands and Islands
The spectacular Highlands have something for everyone.
Ancient castles, impressive lock flights, single malt whisky and loch-dwelling monsters –you can even buy a hand-crafted kilt.
Local attractions

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West of Dunardy locks, the Crinan Canal divides two dramatic landscapes - the rugged, forested hills of Knapdale to …
- Nature reserve

A modern day 'enigma' has to be the words that describe the Loch Ness Monster. Her first documented sighting was by …
- Leisure attraction
- Visitor centre
Find out about the kilt's history and development in Scotland's only visitor attraction devoted to its famous …
- Leisure attraction

The complicated structure that makes up one of the best preserved monuments at Temple Wood was constructed over a …
- Historic structure
Teddy bears made from tweed which is hand woven in the Outer Hebrides. Visit the workshop at Neptune's Staircase on …
- Leisure attraction

Situated at the foot of Loch Oich, this beautiful water park also offers day trips and hire boats, providing the …
- Country park
- Boat trips
- Boat hire

This world famous Exhibition has been recently refurbished to incorporate a 7 room automated walk-through telling …
- Visitor centre
One of Europe's finest collections of priceless gemstones and beautiful crystals, displayed in a stunning simulation …
- Gallery
