Top Things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms
The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms, Scotland
Discover the best top things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms, United Kingdom including Cairngorms National Park, Working Sheepdogs, Cairngorm Adventure Guides, Cairngorm Brewery, Aviemore, Quad Bike Treks, Zip Trek Park Aviemore, Quad Bike Tours, Glenmore Forest Park, Loch Morlich, Caorunn Gin Tour.
Restaurants in Aviemore and the Cairngorms
1. Cairngorms National Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 223 reviews
Welcome to the Cairngorms National Park in the heart of the Scottish Highlands. The Cairngorms National Park is the largest national park in the UK and is one of the country's most special and cared for landscapes with a wide variety of traditional and unique villages and communities.
Reviewed By Ennie123 - Scotland, United Kingdom
The Cairngorms National Park is a truly breathtaking national park that encapsulates the true essence and outstanding beauty of Scotland with the spectaculor Cairngorm mountain range and the surrounding area with the park radius. The national park itself, is in North East Scotland and was established in 2003. It is the second National Park in Scotland. Weather you visit in the winter to take in the snow covered mountains, to do some ski-ing or snowboarding or visit during the other seasons you can see that this park is something truly special and unique. The park has something for everyone. The Scottish highlands will captivate your heart from walking through the many trails, visiting the little towns and villages along the way, taking in the diverse wildlife but most of all you will see that away from the major towns and cities of Scotland, just how beautiful the wilds of Scotland is and how it will take you on a mystical journey from past to present. Maybe I am biased because I am Scottish but there is no disputing the beauty of the Cairngorms National Park and that if you can visit, then do so.
2. 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
3. Cairngorm Adventure Guides
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 131 reviews
We deliver all forms of summer and winter mountaineering in the Cairngorms National Park. This includes guiding and skills courses for winter walking skills, ski touring/ backcountry skiing, mixed/winter/ice climbing, rock climbing, ridge scrambling and hill walking. We also offer canoe coaching and guiding. We are highly qualified and experienced guides who know the area well. We cater for all levels of abilities and aspirations, including individuals, families, stag & hen parties, university mountaineering clubs and hill walking clubs.
4. 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.
5. Aviemore, Quad Bike Treks
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 216 reviews
Find us exclusively at the Rothiemurchus, in Aviemore. Our quad bike treks promise an inspiring outdoor adventure not to be missed. This family run business has over 20 years of experience and tops the list of activities and things to do in Aviemore. Enjoy a full Highland experience, from Highland cows to stunning mountain views, we take great pride in making every effort to offer the best quad bike trekking in the UK. Our quad bike treks operate summer and winter, all year round.
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Glenmore Forest Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By PortPie - Inverurie, United Kingdom
Beautiful area of Scotland, with a fantastic walk up to the green lake. I have never seen anything quite like it, car park at Glenmore is quite small so make sure you get there early. On return went into the cafe for a takeaway coffee and cake, staff very friendly and all COVID measures adhered to. Defiantly be back.
9. Loch Morlich
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 593 reviews
Reviewed By andytM4330OL - Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
We had a great weeks weather in Aviemore and Loch Morlich was visited nearly every day.There is so much to do and the girls enjoyed Paddle boarding,Kayaking and swimming in the Loch.We had a lovely beach BBQ one evening as well several picnics
10. 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 ????
