Inverness City Centre Travel Guide

Inverness

Inverness Castle showing a river or creek, a castle and heritage elements
Inverness Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a river or creek and a church or cathedral
Inverness Castle which includes heritage architecture, night scenes and a castle
Inverness Cathedral showing heritage architecture, night scenes and heritage elements
Inverness Cathedral showing interior views, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Popular places to visit

Inverness Castle featuring heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle

Inverness Castle

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Inverness Castle
Victorian Market

Victorian Market

You can learn about the history of Inverness with a visit to Victorian Market. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.

Victorian Market
Eastgate Shopping Centre

Eastgate Shopping Centre

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Eastgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Inverness. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Eastgate Shopping Centre
Urquhart Castle featuring tranquil scenes, heritage elements and a lake or waterhole

Urquhart Castle

Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.

Urquhart Castle
Inverness Cathedral showing heritage architecture, night scenes and heritage elements

Inverness Cathedral

Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.

Inverness Cathedral
Culloden Battlefield

Culloden Battlefield

You can find out about the history of Inverness with a visit to Culloden Battlefield. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Culloden Battlefield

Things to do

From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

฿2,228
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

฿3,159
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip
The Fairy Pools

The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness

฿5,417
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
The Ultimate Isle of Skye Day Tour from Inverness
Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

฿2,228
per adult
Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
From Inverness: Isle of Skye Scenery Tour with Fairy Pools

From Inverness: Isle of Skye Scenery Tour with Fairy Pools

฿5,417
per adult
From Inverness: Isle of Skye Scenery Tour with Fairy Pools
From Inverness: Mystical Isle of Skye, Myths, & Legends Day Tour

From Inverness: Mystical Isle of Skye, Myths, & Legends Day Tour

฿3,727
per adult
From Inverness: Mystical Isle of Skye, Myths, & Legends Day Tour
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Top hotels in Inverness City Centre

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

4 out of 5
GLEBE STREET, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ฿3,964 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,964
฿4,757 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (785 reviews)
"Convenient location, free parking, very clean and comfortable"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
CHURCH ST 83-97, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ฿3,784 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿3,784
฿4,541 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (506 reviews)
Staying a night for a golf trip
"Nice clean hotel . Friendly staff . Was able to check in early. There is a casino across the street with a few unsavory characters hanging out in the front but they didn’t really bother us ."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Great location, loved the maze to the room. But the place had stains on a pillow case, the shower curtain and the quilt inserts. Grout on bathroom floor missing in spots, silicone around tub cracked and mold stains. Floors noisy, although that’s also charm of an old building. Overall, has potential ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
B&B HOTEL Inverness

B&B HOTEL Inverness

3 out of 5
63 Academy Street, Caledonia House, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ฿3,424 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
฿3,424
฿4,108 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Comfortable place, close to everything in centre."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

B&B HOTEL Inverness
Mercure Inverness Hotel

Mercure Inverness Hotel

4 out of 5
Church Street, Inverness, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,278 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿3,278
฿3,933 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Had a great view of the river near by. I will warn though that it can be very loud at night"

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

Mercure Inverness Hotel
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive

4 out of 5
8 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland
The price is ฿5,366 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
฿5,366
฿6,440 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (978 reviews)
Great location with a castle view
"Absolutely lovely hotel in a great location. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive
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Other neighbourhoods around Inverness City Centre

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Crown

While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

Crown
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Ballifeary

While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Botanic Gardens.

Ballifeary
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Millburn

While Millburn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Shopping Centre and Victorian Market.

Millburn
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Photo by Alasdair MacNeill (CC BY-SA)

Dalneigh

Though Dalneigh may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

Dalneigh
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Drummond

When in Drummond, you can plan a visit to Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Drummond
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Merkinch

If you're spending some time in Merkinch, Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Merkinch

Inverness City Centre Travel Guide