Top Things to do in Scottish Highlands
Top Hotels in Scottish Highlands
- 1. The Onich Hotel
- 2. Premier Inn Inverness Centre River Ness
- 3. Travelodge Inverness Fairways
- 4. The Garrison Hotel
- 5. Best Western Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa
- 6. Ness Walk Hotel
- 7. The Morar Hotel
- 8. Craigmonie Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
- 9. Premier Inn Inverness East hotel
- 10. Premier Inn Thurso hotel
The 10 Best Museums in Scottish Highlands, Scotland
The moody, romantic Scottish Highlands start at Loch Lomond just north of Glasgow. Comprising a slew of mountain ranges, this sparsely populated land is best seen by train on the West Highland Line. Mountains, lochs, bright heather and rhododendrons give way to white sand beaches and rugged coves as the train nears Mallaig. For a more active take on the region, hike the West Highland Way or visit the Trossachs National Park. Ben Nevis, a popular climbing spot, looms over the town of Fort William.
Restaurants in Scottish Highlands
1. Wick Heritage Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 276 reviews
Reviewed By SwordMaiden - Newton Abbot, United Kingdom
Three of us popped in on the last Friday in October and the friendly volunteers explained that as we were lighthouse enthusiasts, we might want to come back the following day to meet a volunteer who had been a keeper. We had a wonderful Saturday and afternoon, in the company of a very knowledgeable man and after we had spent some time in the lighthouse section and particularly studying the optic, we spent a lot of time exploring the various different displays, each showcasing life in Wick. Excellent accounts of local history. It is a magical treasure trove of past lives and most people should find something to interest them. The museum thoroughly deserves all the plaudits
2. Tain Museum
3. Lotte Glob Sculpture Croft
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By johnsjorgensen - Scottsdale, United States
We were staying at Croft 103 which is on the north side of the village of Laid. Lotte is a very talented and creative artist. She has over the years populated her 14 acres with some of her art work. You are free and encouraged to wander the Croft and be surprised and amused at the artwork she has placed and hidden here and there in the vegetation. Well worth the trip and ti,e to wander.
4. 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.
5. Durness Deep Time
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 15 reviews
A small but perfectly formed exhibition exploring the 3000 million years of geology of the far north west of Scotland. We also offer a wide range of geology tours tailored to all age ranges and prior knolwedge levels, led by geologist Bjorn Hardarsson. The tours range in duration from 2 to 5 hours and times are flexible to suit your availability. Drop in to the exhibition and book with Bjorn directly or give us a call on 0191 511 411.
Reviewed By nyorks0
After visiting Bjorn’s exhibition on a rainy day (so much fascinating information packed into such a compact space), we decided to take the opportunity to enjoy one of Bjorn’s guided walks. It was a most enjoyable afternoon. Durness and surrounds is quite special geologically and Bjorn took the time to show us some of the fascinating geology of the area and explain its importance in our earth’s history. We were also treated to much local archeological and more recent history as a bonus. I would strongly recommend spending some time visiting the exhibition and if possible taking the time to join one of Bjorn’s excellent walks.
6. Inverness Museum and Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 554 reviews
This museum combines fine art with historical and natural artifacts to give visitors a more complete picture of Inverness's complex history.
Reviewed By CopinsayLass - Orkney Islands, United Kingdom
Located adjacent to River Ness, the castle & Inverness Old Town, museum offers free entry with lift available for prams, pushchairs & wheelchairs. Plenty of historical artifacts & examples of Scottish heritage & culture very nearly from the Big Bang (or creation theory of your choice). Below exhibit cases are drawers of items to see, with full information text in English and Gaelic. Interesting gadgets & games for hands-on experience, cafe on site. Museum staff were polite, friendly & helpful.
7. West Highland Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,078 reviews
We are a museum set in Cameron Square which is just off of the centre of Fort William High Street. We have eight rooms packed with fascinating objects, from treasure from a shipwrecked Spanish Armada galleon to the bagpipes played at Bannockburn in 1314. Whether its archaeology, natural history, Commando training and weaponry, Highland crofting life, costumes and charms, Victorian times, silver, coins and medals, or even the history of mountain rescue, it can all be found at the West Highland Museum.
Reviewed By olaoko - Gdynia, Poland
Fascinating history in small place. Brilliant, very helpful and friendly staf. Exhibition about green beret was the most interesting. This is an independent museum with free admission so please think about donation to rescue this unique little treasure.
8. Highland Folk Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,183 reviews
Discover how Highland people lived, worked and played at this award-winning museum. Experience life portrayed from the early 1700s to the mid 1900s. Find the difference between a “cruck” and a “croman”, smell the “reek” of a peat fire, relive early school days and life on the farm, or just enjoy a “blether” and reminisce with our friendly staff. Extensive play area, shops, café, and picnic sites throughout grounds. A great family day out for all ages. Free admissionOpen Easter to end of October – 3 to 6 hour visit recommended
Reviewed By mickhilton - Kinloss, United Kingdom
Easy to find, close to the A9. There is plenty of flat, level parking, which is free. Entry is also free, though a donation is requested to help with running costs. You can get a guide book (£5) which contains an excellent map and detailed information on each part of the exhibit. There is a cafe, gift shop and rest rooms right by the entrance/exit. The whole place is wheelchair accessible. The exhibits are very interesting and well laid out, though tall people may have to duck on entering the "black house" and other things unless they like getting a concussion. Folk have grown a little since it was originally built. The food was very good, though I think the gift shop might be a touch pricey for some. Staff throughout are excellent, and even young children will enjoy it. Especially the sweet shop, so take lots of cash for that bit. I took a small party of visually impaired folk from Scottish War Blinded and they all loved it, and were able to access everything. A very good trip out.
9. The Highlanders' Museum (Queen's Own Highlanders Collection)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 531 reviews
The Highlanders Museum (Queen's Own Highlanders Collection) is situated within the the stunning grounds of Fort George, Nr Inverness, overlooking the Moray Firth. In the summer months the local dolphin school can be seen from the ramparts. The Museum covers three floors of Fort George's former Lieutenant Governors' House. The museum has roughly 20,000 artifacts and an estimated 10,000 documents and photographs. The museum is the largest regimental museum in Scotland, outside Edinburgh.
Reviewed By macedonboy - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Located inside Fort George, this museum is dedicated to the history of the various Highland Regiments. Before coming here, I didn't realise the Highland Regiments had such a long history, fought for and made so many sacrifices for us in the many wars of our country, I really like the fact that individual regiments got their own display room with history of each including items associated with the regiment and their battle honours. Seeing all those medals on the third floor in the medals room, and all the Victoria Crosses awarded to Highlanders displayed makes me proud to be a Scot.
10. Historylinks Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 148 reviews
VisitScotland 5 star rated Museum attraction. Our vision is to Keep the Dornoch Story Alive. We do this by preserving our local heritage and making it available for everyone to enjoy. The museum is open from 10.30am to 4pm five days a week (closed Tuesdays & Wednesdays unless pre-booked online at least 48 hours beforehand) until April 2021. We have a small admission fee for adults but discount for concessions and accompanied children are free. There is an option to book the Museum for an exclusive tour for your family group (up to 8 members) from 4pm each day. Tours start at £30 per group (see website for booking details).
Reviewed By Shiskine1 - Gairloch, United Kingdom
A really interesting little museum packed with information, displays and artefacts, carefully put together and providing the visitor with all they need to know about the wealth of history in Dornoch. Definitely recommend to any visitor to Dornoch.
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