Top Things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms
10 Hidden Gems Things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms, United Kingdom including Working Sheepdogs, Cairngorm Brewery, Carrbridge Golf Club, Zip Trek Park Aviemore, Quad Bike Tours, The High St. Merchants, Scot Mountain Holidays - Day Tours, Caorunn Gin Tour, Scottish Rock & Water, An Lochan Uaine (Green Loch).
Restaurants in Aviemore and the Cairngorms
1. Working Sheepdogs
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 265 reviews
Reviewed By ElisabettaG43 - Milan, Italy
Everything we read on their website is TRUE, and happened: we attended an amazing demonstration of the shepherd leading the sheep with the help of his dogs, and could participate in shearing a sheep (under Neil’s watchful eye and instructions). He gave plenty of information on his job, and answered any questions the group asked. Then we met the collie pups and the orphan lambs (thanks to Neil’s son for this!), and could buy wee books for the kids: “A visit to Working Sheepdogs”, written and illustrated by Glynis Ross… lovely! Too bad we couldn’t understand almost anything… due to our being foreigners, and to Neil’s strong accent… it was an enjoyable and PRICELESS EXPERIENCE anyway :-D An ADVICE: RE-CHECK THE DEMONSTRATION TIME of your visit! We got there before 4pm, and were told that the on that day, the demonstration was at 5pm… :-o
2. Cairngorm Brewery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 354 reviews
Reviewed By CptHowdy - Stafford, United Kingdom
Well stocked brewery shop. Alas tours not on at present due to Covid. Knowledgeable and friendly gentleman working in the shop though and got an excellent selection of beers to take away. Plus you can see a good amount of the brewery through the large windows in the shop which is a cool touch.
3. Carrbridge Golf Club
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By neilmO1832SQ
Played the course a few days running at the end on October, winter greens in operation due to the frost. The club house was closed & an honesty box in operation. Met a few of the memebers who were all very friendly and helpful. It’s a 9 hole & relatively short course but a good test of golf. The greens looked in excellent condition although I didn’t get to play them due to the frost. Would definitely look to play it again if I was up there in the summer. A credit to the members & committee.
4. Zip Trek Park Aviemore
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 422 reviews
The UK's first Zip Trek Park,Zip Slide through the stunning scenery of the Scottish Highlands near Aviemore on Zip wires, passing magnificent Scot's Pines and seeing nature at its best. With over 2km of zip wires to blast around on you will start at the top of a beautiful gorge and zip line all the way to the bottom going from one zip slide to another under the safety of our zip instructors.
5. Quad Bike Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 239 reviews
We offer fantastic Off Road quad biking and 4×4 experiences in one of the most scenic parts of the U.K. With nearly 50,000 acres at our disposal we can offer something for everyone. With one, two and three & half hour trips you will be guided through Ancient Caledonian forests, head in to the hills or follow the rivers with their raging rapids and waterfalls, we can even throw in Scottish Baronial castles. We can offer it all in the most stunning setting that Scotland has to offer.
6. The High St. Merchants
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
Welcome to the High St. Merchants, we are a small cafe & gallery, located in the capital of Strathspey. We aim to offer you a warm and friendly welcome in a relaxing and inspiring atmosphere. We are proud to be working with some of the areas finest artists & craftsmen, sharing their passion with us all. Continually updating our range we will be displaying unique and traditional hand made products found in our community and those close by. Whether it is something special for you or a friend, we are sure you will find it here. We look forward to your visit and sharing a story or two Donna & Colin
Reviewed By 642belindaw - Bristol, United Kingdom
We had a wonderful evening sitting by the log burner eating the crab pasta (house special) surrounded by local artwork. Friendly and helpful service. We picked this place because it seemed the best in town for vegetarians (and vegans), but we were seduced by the sea food in the end!!
7. Scot Mountain Holidays - Day Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 32 reviews
We provide hiking and mountain biking tours across the Highlands of Scotland, but often based in the Cairngorms National park where we have our own home base at Fraoch Lodge. We offer day hikes and camping trips all year round, and also skills courses if you are not so confident about heading out into the hills on your own. We often combine hiking tours with more cultural activities like visiting a distillery or Loch Ness.
8. Caorunn Gin Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 71 reviews
A dry and crisp, aromatic taste adventure. Intimate and personal tours. Insight into Caorunn’s artisanal production process, botanical garden and foraged local ingredients. Behind-the-scenes tour of the production area. Tutored deconstructed nosing and tasting session. Neat tasting and refreshing Caorunn&T with red apple wedges.
Reviewed By frozenw752
Fantastic tour, Gabrielle was really good and explained all about the process and history in an interesting way. Loved the way we learned about the botanicals and how to taste and smell the gin. So much more to the process than we know. Can highly recommend the Highland and raspberry. Both super smooth and taste amazing! Will be back with more friends ????
9. Scottish Rock & Water
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 94 reviews
Our aim here at Scottish Rock & Water is to provide you with a world class experience and memories that, we hope, will make your eyes sparkle and your grin grow. Whether it’s scrambling above the clouds on the airy peaks of Skye, paddling into the majestic expanse of Knoydart to conquer some remote Munros, or descending The River Spey and having a cheeky dram at one of over 50 distilleries along the way. Our passion is in sharing our knowledge and helping you discover for yourself just how much adventure and beauty Scotland has to offer, after all, “though she be little, she is fierce!”
10. An Lochan Uaine (Green Loch)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 103 reviews
Reviewed By Macle0dM - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
What a lovely walk through a woodland trail from the Glenmore visitor centre along the Revoan Pass the the Green Loch. We met some local people who told us that the water colour is because the fairies wash their socks in the water in the evening. Magical place.
