# Bennachie Visitor Centre, Inverurie — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > This family-friendly base for exploring the Bennachie hills offers accessible facilities including dining options, baby-changing rooms and welcomes both dogs and wheelchair users to enjoy the woodland trails. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/inverurie/attractions/bennachie-visitor-centre (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Visitor Center # Bennachie Visitor Centre The Bennachie Visitor Centre [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=9145601254932972501&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Bennachie Visitor Centre](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/116876117134364320205) **In short:** Bennachie Visitor Centre is a visitor center in Inverurie, rated 4.7 out of 5 from 795 Google reviews. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Bennachie Visitor Centre This family-friendly base for exploring the Bennachie hills offers accessible facilities including dining options, baby-changing rooms and welcomes both dogs and wheelchair users to enjoy the woodland trails. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Paid car park - ✓Paid street ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Facilities Toilets Free Wifi Gift Shop Onsite Parking Accessible Toilets Baby Changing Food Available Wheelchair Friendly Pushchair Friendly Card Payments Accepted ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Kelley Ritson](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108851656229651098737/reviews) ★★★★★ Hard but very enjoyable walk up to Mither Tap. Some steep paths and very uneven surfaces. Stunning views from the top and very windy at the top. · via Google [Fabrizio Oddo](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/103274876072102397602/reviews) ★★★★★ Beautiful walk up the very top (quite steep in places). A few trails available (see attached picture for map). Visitor Centre open until 16.30. Plenty of parking spaces (£2 for 2h, £3 for 3, £4 all day). · via Google [Neil McKenzie](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/108483062263273844917/reviews) ★★★★★ Friendly staff, fair parking prices, and well maintained forest trails. · via Google [Helvete](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/118161437127345787567/reviews) ★★★★★ Beautiful spot to come for a lovely walk around and get a wee refreshment afterwards. Toilets are clean and the visitors centre itself is full of information! · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x48844126945df831:0x7eebb3e2c9a583d5!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Visitors say this tourist destination offers a fantastic variety of well-maintained walks and trails suitable for different abilities, with beautiful scenery and views. They also highlight the informative visitor center, which includes a cafe, clean restrooms, and educational displays for children. Guests mention the friendly staff and convenient, fairly priced parking. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Pitcaple, Inverurie, AB51 5HY [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=57.2847866%2C-2.5021179) **Category** Sightseeing & Attractions **Guest rating** 4.7 / 5 (795 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Inverurie [More attractions in Inverurie](https://staycation.co.uk/inverurie/attractions) ★ 4.7 (795 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.bennachievisitorcentre.org.uk/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01467 681470](tel:01467681470) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Inverurie **Postcode** AB51 5HY **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C9V7FMX+W5 [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x48844126945df831:0x7eebb3e2c9a583d5!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48844126945df831:0x7eebb3e2c9a583d5!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x48844126945df831:0x7eebb3e2c9a583d5!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Inverurie Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Bennachie Visitor Centre suits all ages. ### Is Bennachie Visitor Centre wheelchair accessible? Bennachie Visitor Centre has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Bennachie Visitor Centre? Yes: paid car park and paid street parking. ### How do I contact Bennachie Visitor Centre? 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