Inverness

Situated on the coast of the Scottish Highlands, Inverness is full of history and legend. This starts of course with the famed Loch Ness which is 23 miles long and the place where you can find Ness Islands as well as Inverness and Cawdor castles located on the Caledonian Canal. Inverness Castle houses the Sheriff’s Court which you can view before heading around the rear of the castle to get to the statue of Flora MacDonald. The Ness Islands are a nature lover’s paradise where you can view the River Ness, walk along a Victorian footbridge and walk along the banks.

Nearby to the Ness Islands, is Saint Andrew’s Cathedral. Also in that area is the Eden Court Theatre which incorporates part of the old Bishop’s Palace and houses many of the theatre productions and cinemas. Back in the city centre there are many old houses that you can tour such as the Steeple on the corner of Bridge and Church Street. Opposite that is the Town House which is used for government offices. Cromwell’s Clock Tower on Shore Street is part of the old citadel built in 1652. Back at Bridge Street you can find the Museum and Art Gallery of Inverness located nearby to the castle.

There is plenty of shopping in Inverness such as the Eastgate Shopping Centre located near Falcon Square which much of the entertainment can be found. On Academy Street you will find Victorian Market which has many impressive shops and restaurants signifying the old Inverness. On Church Street you will find the Riverdale Centre for more interesting organic shops and cafes.

Sporting and outdoor activities are also huge in Inverness with three golf courses; Inverness Golf Club, Loch Ness Golf Course, and Torvean Golf Club. There is the Inverness Leisure Centre as well as many footpaths and guided walks. Bught Park is nearby as well as holds many of the city’s festivals and games. Finally, a trip to the Inverness Floral Hall and Gardens as well as the Culloden Battlefield grounds will round out a great holiday.