Top Things to do in Ross and Cromarty
10 Museums in Ross and Cromarty That You Shouldn't Miss
Discover the best top things to do in Ross and Cromarty, United Kingdom including Tarbat Discovery Centre, Tain Museum, Applecross Photographic Gallery, Russian Arctic Convoy Project, Groam House Museum, Tain Through Time, Cromarty Courthouse, Dingwall Museum, Scotland, Picaresque Books, Gallery48.
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1. Tarbat Discovery Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 93 reviews
At the centre of Scotland’s only Pictish Monastic National Monument, the Museum at Tarbat unravels some of the mysteries of the Picts, explaining through its award winning archaeology programme fascinating details about these enigmatic people and their way of life on this intensely historic peninsula. ‘A’ Listed Tarbat Old Parish Church, home to the Discovery Centre, is in itself an historic timeline of six churches that have stood on this site with the remains of part of the crypt dating from as early as the 8th century. On display, beautiful sculpture and craft-working objects, architectural features, local exhibitions, photo archives and detailed interpretation provide the contents of our Museum – ‘a real gem of history well worth the visit.'
Reviewed By IslaGame - Grantown-on-Spey, United Kingdom
Due to COVID, the museum is open by appointment only, which actually worked really well, it meant a whole museum to yourself! There are just so many artefacts on display, Pictish stones galore and really interesting information on the excavation that took place at the church. They have packed a lot into this little space and it is well worth booking ahead to get a visit in. They have some ancestry information available too, if you are doing some research into that. The volunteers are friendly and welcoming. My husband uses a scooter, and was able to access most of the exhibits too, which was lovely considering how old the church is. Well worth an explore.
2. Tain Museum
3. Applecross Photographic Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 138 reviews
A stunning exhibition of images from Scotland's Northwest Coast. Enjoy free coffee whilst browsing the gallery. Landscape and Wildlife Photographic Workshops. Photographic and canvas printing. Open every day 9am-5pm in summer. Please check winter opening times locally or on our website to avoid disappointment.
Reviewed By daverN4841RH
Outstanding photography, printed and framed in-house by two friendly and talented fellas, absolute pleasure to visit and meet them both. Located in stunning part of the West Coast, and just a stones throw from Applecross Inn.
4. Russian Arctic Convoy Project
5. Groam House Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
An award winning museum dedicated to the Picts and to displaying and interpreting the stunning examples of their sculptural art found in Rosemarkie, including the magnificent Rosemarkie cross-slab. The museum also cares for the George Bain Collection, which has been Recognised as being of National Significance, and is a Visit Scotland 4-star visitor attraction. The museum shop stocks high quality gifts with Celtic and Pictish themes. There are activities for children and videos to watch as well as a suite of interactive computer programmes.
Reviewed By Albia-Newton - Weston super Mare, United Kingdom
An interesting little museum which is free to visit A beautiful collection of carved Pictish Stones Lots of interesting information and a good basic video on the Picts
6. Tain Through Time
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By dgryan1
First, Jason was awesome! He is so knowledgeable and eager to share. We were traveling with someone whose ancestor was born here in the 1600’s and he was enthralled to have the chance to learn so much about his Ross family. There is an ancient small church, a graveyard with graves going back to Viking times and a small museum. Definitely a must see.
7. Cromarty Courthouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
Reviewed By alanaway2016 - Evesham, United Kingdom
A very interesting museum set inside the original courthouse, the downstairs shows life and times on the black isle, the upstairs is the court room and a mock trial in progress, very funny as the characters were wearing PPE. There are also cells to see and a small shop. The staff were very friendly and informative. Free entry but a donation is welcome.
8. Dingwall Museum, Scotland
9. Picaresque Books
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Nelson252
How lovely to be met by a smiling, welcoming shop keeper and owner. A wide range of old and new at very competitive prices. Cheaper than online on several items we looked at. An added bonus were locally made/ sourced gifts. I left with four presents for friends and family. Very helpful team of two. Would highly recommend a look inside if you’re in Dingwall.
10. Gallery48
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Dannykimweed - Kingston-upon-Hull, United Kingdom
This is a fabulous wee gift shop with great gifts, knitwear and pictures. It is well worth calling in and I am sure you will find a gift to treat a loved one or even yourself.
