Top Things to do in Aviemore and the Cairngorms
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids 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, The Bookmark Bookshop, Zip Trek Park Aviemore, Glenmore Forest Park, Loch Morlich, Rod Frazer Ski Instructor, An Lochan Uaine (Green Loch), In Your Element, Highland Wildlife Park.
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. The Bookmark Bookshop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 115 reviews
Reviewed By Tsmmartin - Crossford, United Kingdom
We visited back in February and knew we would be back. My boys went in today and came back out with a selection of books - staff are always really helpful with lots of advice about books which they think you may like -it’s a lovely independent book store
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. 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.
6. 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
7. Rod Frazer Ski Instructor
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 107 reviews
Rod Frazer is an independent (BASI ISTD Level 4) ski instructor based in Newtonmore in Scotland. Ski coaching available at any of Scotlands 5 ski areas. Able to travel to any location for ski coaching. I'm a Ski-Scotland ambassador and during the winter season we post Snow Reports on social channels and for partners such as Ski Scotland, PlanetSki and of course Where Stags Roar. I'm also a Snowsport Scotland coach and teach occasional Ski Leader courses in Scotland and abroad - please enquire for dates. Ski touring around Newtonmore and in the Cairngorms where I'm based is a passion of mine!
8. 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.
9. In Your Element
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 69 reviews
Based on the wonderful Rothiemurchus Estate (Cairngorms National Park), we offer child & adult mountain bike hire for half/full-day or multi-day bookings. Also available are trailers & tag-a-longs for small children. We also take bookings for other activities like Segway tours and archery tasters.
Reviewed By hl05 - Worksop, United Kingdom
Easy to find on the Rothiemurchus Estate. Free parking could even walk there if you were staying in Aviemore itself. We were met by our guide Reece who gave clear concise instructions and advice and instilled confidence into us. We have done segway before this was quite challenging with different climbs and decents our 10 year old did better than any of us. It was the best and most challenging segway experience we have done to date. Great fun thanks.
10. Highland Wildlife Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,157 reviews
Discover Scottish wildlife and endangered animals of the world's mountains and tundra in our spectacular setting. Drive around the Main Reserve in your own car and then investigate the walk-round area on foot. With everything from wildcats to polar bears don't miss the Highlands' wildest day out!
Reviewed By Z2586KMhelenw
We went here for my 30th birthday and it was amazing, there were so many animals to see and such a large area to cover that we were there all day, also loved the combination of the walk round zones and the drive round safari (you can go on a park vehicle if you prefer). The polar bears and wolves were particular highlights. There were plenty of spaces for a picnic both under cover or out in the sunshine. Would definitely go back!
