Things to Do in Highlands
44 attractions and days out
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Castles & Palaces
Urquhart Castle
Perched dramatically on Loch Ness shores, these atmospheric medieval ruins offer stunning Highland views alongside visitor facilities including a restaurant, parking and wheelchair access.
Museums & Galleries
The Loch Ness Centre
Journey through Loch Ness's captivating history across six immersive themed rooms in Drumnadrochit, from ancient geological beginnings to legendary monster tales. Pushchair-friendly throughout with baby facilities.
Parks & Play Areas
Abriachan Trails
Explore woodland walking routes through Abriachan Forest with parking and toilets provided, though trails aren't suitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs—snacks available but no picnics allowed.
Parks & Play Areas
Invermoriston Falls
Marvel at cascading waters tumbling through a dramatic Highland gorge, with scenic woodland paths perfect for active families seeking a genuine Scottish adventure.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Monster Activities
This action-packed activity centre at Jenkins Park offers energetic fun for families with an onsite restaurant, though facilities are limited and it's not accessible for wheelchairs or babies.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Dundreggan Rewilding Centre
Explore Scotland's largest nature restoration project with fully accessible trails and facilities perfect for families with young children and wheelchair users seeking an inspiring wildlife experience.
Sightseeing & Attractions
Plodda Falls
Experience the dramatic cascade of this impressive Highland waterfall accessed via forest trails, with convenient parking but limited facilities making it best suited for active families with older children.
Indoor Soft Play
Frankie and Lolas
This fully accessible indoor play venue welcomes families with wheelchair-friendly spaces, baby facilities, and a café serving refreshments. Little ones can explore safe play areas while grown-ups relax.
Railways & Transport
Ness Islands Railway
Take a delightful journey aboard steam or diesel locomotives at this charming miniature railway in Inverness, winding through beautiful Whin Park with full accessibility and family facilities available.
Bowling Alleys
Rollerbowl Inverness
Strike up some family fun at this Culduthel Road bowling venue, where you can enjoy classic ten-pin action in the heart of Inverness.
Parks & Play Areas
Whin Park
Four fantastic play zones await young adventurers at this Inverness park, complete with a scenic boating pond and charming miniature railway journey to the Ness Islands.
Go Karting & Driving Experiences
Inverness Kart Raceway
Race around the track at this family-friendly karting venue welcoming children aged 5+, with full facilities including accessible toilets and baby changing. Picnics are welcome or grab snacks onsite.
Ice & Roller Skating
Inverness Ice Centre
Glide across the ice at this popular Highland skating venue in Bught Park, offering sessions for all abilities with onsite parking, wheelchair access, and snacks available to keep energy levels high.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Inverness Aquadome Leisure Waters
Splash into family fun at this Bught Park aquatic centre featuring exciting wave pools, a thrilling water flume and a gentle river ride. Onsite dining and baby facilities make it perfect for all-day adventures.
Boat Tours & Cruises
Loch Ness by Jacobite
Set sail from Inverness into Scotland's most mysterious waters, where families can search for the legendary monster while exploring the dramatic beauty of this famous loch.
Adventure & Activity Centres
The Potter's House Pottery
Get creative at this hands-on pottery centre where families can craft their own ceramic masterpieces in a welcoming, wheelchair-accessible workspace with parking and facilities provided.
Adventure & Activity Centres
You Fish Scotland
An engaging activity centre on Redwood Avenue offering hands-on fishing experiences for families, with baby changing facilities and dedicated breastfeeding rooms available on-site.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Laggan Wolftrax Centre
Mountain biking adventure hub in the Scottish Highlands with forest trails for all abilities, plus an onsite café and family facilities including accessible amenities and baby changing areas.
Parks & Play Areas
Ness Islands Walk
Stroll through this scenic riverside pathway connecting peaceful wooded islands via charming footbridges, beginning at The Infirmary Bridge. An onsite restaurant provides refreshments along the route.
Museums & Galleries
Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Discover Highland heritage and artistic treasures at this Castle Wynd cultural venue, where families can explore exhibits together and refuel at the onsite restaurant between gallery visits.
Boat Tours & Cruises
City Sightseeing Inverness Hop On Hop Off
Explore Inverness's top landmarks from an open-top double-decker bus with flexible boarding at multiple stops throughout the city. Wheelchair-accessible service departs from Bridge Street with parking available nearby.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Inverness Mystery Treasure Trail
Explore Inverness while solving puzzles and riddles on this fun-filled treasure hunt that starts on Church Street. A brilliant way to discover the city's highlights while challenging your family's problem-solving skills!
Petting Farms & Zoos
FARM NESS
Meet friendly farm animals in the heart of the Scottish Highlands at this hands-on petting zoo, where pushchair-friendly paths and baby facilities make it perfect for young families.
Bowling Alleys
Hollywood Bowl Inverness
Strike up family fun at this Inverness Retail Park bowling venue, featuring fully wheelchair-accessible lanes and facilities including dedicated breastfeeding rooms for nursing parents.
Farm Parks
Loch Ness Pumpkins at Corrimony Farm
Pick your perfect pumpkin at this family-run farm near Loch Ness, with fully accessible paths, dining options and autumn activities. Pushchair and wheelchair-friendly throughout with facilities for all ages.
Climbing & Bouldering
The Ledge Climbing Wall
Scale new heights at this family-friendly indoor climbing centre offering routes for all abilities, complete with parking, dining options and full facilities including baby changing areas.
Indoor Soft Play
Brewsters at Inshes Gate
This family-friendly soft play venue in Beechwood Park welcomes all ages with wheelchair access, changing facilities, and an onsite restaurant where you can dine or enjoy your own picnic.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Target Technique
This Scotnet activity centre offers hands-on experiences for active families, though accessibility is limited with no wheelchair access, baby facilities or pushchair-friendly areas throughout.
Cinema & Theatre
Vue Inverness
Catch the latest family-friendly blockbusters at this modern multiplex cinema in Inverness, offering weekend children's screenings, on-site parking, snacks and wheelchair access.
Inflatable & Bounce Parks
Innoflate Inverness
Bounce your way through this exciting inflatable adventure park at Inverness Retail Park, featuring wheelchair-accessible fun zones and baby-friendly facilities for the whole family.
Museums & Galleries
Highland Folk Museum
Step back in time at this open-air museum showcasing traditional Highland life through historic buildings and working exhibits. Wheelchair accessible with onsite dining, parking and picnic areas.
Zoos & Animal Parks
Highland Wildlife Park
Experience Scotland's native and endangered species up close at this Kingussie wildlife haven, where you can drive or tour through natural habitats showcasing majestic animals in stunning Highland scenery.
Landmarks & Monuments
Culloden Battlefield
Visit the haunting moorland where Bonnie Prince Charlie's Jacobite army met defeat in 1746, Scotland's last pitched battle and a turning point in Highland history.
Theme Parks & Funfairs
Laser Go - VIRTUAL REALITY
Step into an immersive VR adventure near Inverness with cutting-edge laser gaming technology. Facilities include parking, toilets and baby changing, plus picnic areas for families to enjoy.
Parks & Play Areas
Culloden Wood
A woodland park in Inverness offering families a natural escape with convenient onsite parking, though visitors should note limited facilities and uneven terrain unsuitable for wheelchairs or pushchairs.
Paintball Centres
Wildwoodz Paintball Park
Action-packed paintball battles await at this Highland venue near Munlochy, though families should note the lack of facilities including toilets and wheelchair access.
Adventure & Activity Centres
G2 Adventure Hub
Set within the stunning Alvie Estate near Kingussie, this outdoor activity centre welcomes families with parking and picnic areas, though lacks wheelchair access and baby facilities.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Loch Insh Watersport and Activity Centre
Set beside a stunning Highland loch, this adventure centre offers water-based fun and outdoor activities for all abilities, with an onsite restaurant and parking to make your visit easy.
Go Karting & Driving Experiences
Aviemore Segway Treks
Glide through 97 acres of stunning Cairngorms woodland on an exhilarating off-road Segway experience at Dalraddy Holiday Park, perfect for adventure-seeking families.
Adventure & Activity Centres
Cairngorm Quad Bikes
Experience the adrenaline rush of an off-road quad biking adventure through Aviemore's stunning Highland scenery - perfect for families with teenagers aged 12 and over, with no prior riding skills needed.
Museums & Galleries
Highland Museum Of Childhood
Step back in time at this charming museum celebrating Scottish childhood through the ages, housed in a converted railway station. Bring a picnic to enjoy, with onsite parking and facilities available.
Swimming & Leisure Centres
Dingwall Leisure Centre
This Tulloch Avenue facility offers swimming and fitness activities with an onsite restaurant, though families should note limited accessibility and baby facilities before visiting.
Trails & Treasure Hunts
Aviemore Spy Mission Treasure Trail
Turn your family into secret agents on this interactive outdoor adventure through Aviemore, solving clues and cracking codes to complete your mission. Pack a picnic and spend quality time together exploring the town.
Railways & Transport
Strathspey Railway
Step aboard a heritage steam train journey through the stunning Scottish Highlands, departing from Aviemore Station for a nostalgic railway adventure the whole family will treasure.
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