Location: Dornoch
Top Things to do in Dornoch
The 10 Best Things to do in Dornoch, Scotland
Dornoch (/ˈdɔːrnɒx/; Scottish Gaelic: Dòrnach pronounced [ˈt̪ɔːrˠn̪ˠəx]; Scots: Dornach) is a town and seaside resort, and former Royal burgh in the county of Sutherland in the Highlands of Scotland. It lies on the north shore of the Dornoch Firth, near to where it opens into the Moray Firth to the east. The town is within the Highland local government council area.
Restaurants in Dornoch
1. Royal Dornoch Golf Club
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 381 reviews
Designed by Old Tom Morris in 1886, this challenging, historic course has spectacular views of the North Sea and goes almost straight out and straight back, with the angle changing subtly at each hole.
Reviewed By pkgoodfoodfan
Had a first rate couple of visits to Royal Dornoch this New Year. Found the course in great condition even at this time of year, and the hospitality and catering in the clubhouse was top notch. The course is a great challenge with some fantastic holes, especially as you work your way back to the clubhouse. Views are stunning. Will definitely be back in the Summer.
2. The Dornoch Bookshop
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By geeliz1234 - Newcastle-under-Lyme, United Kingdom
Thank you for letting our dogs in to your book shop. Very excited to read Midnight Sun which I bought from you. Would highly recommend. The lady who runs the shop is absolutely lovely!
3. The Carnegie Whisky Cellars
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 57 reviews
The Carnegie Whisky Cellars and Tasting Vault is among the Highland's finest, bespoke whisky shops. Now open in the new Carnegie Courthouse in the historic Royal Burgh of Dornoch. The Carnegie Whisky Cellars hold an extensive selection of whiskies from across Scotland, as well as whisky related merchandise and other spirits.
Reviewed By vickysL5054XJ
I was in Dornoch on Wednesday with my husband and 19 year old son and we found the young man who served us to be very friendly and very knowledgeable about the whiskies and gins and he was very helpful especially with his in depth knowledge of whisky. A brilliant wee shop with a good range of whiskies and craft gins. Will be visiting again.
4. 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.
5. Loch Fleet
6. Dornoch Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 420 reviews
13th century historic church - the most northerly cathedral on the mainland of Great Britain
Reviewed By kikiandolivia - London, United Kingdom
really lovely place to learn more about the history and enjoy some quiet contemplation very nice minster as well if you fancy a sunday service
7. Dornoch Beach
8. Simply The Best Fair Trade Shop
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4.5 based on 50 reviews
Proud supplier of the Good Feeling you get when you support Fair Trade. In 2005, Dornoch became the first Fairtrade Town in the Scottish Highlands. In 2009, Simply The Best opened their doors, becoming the first (and still the only) shop in Dornoch dedicated to Fair Trade. We sell a wide variety of gifts, clothes (including baby and children's clothing) and everyday items from around the world. All Ethical, Fair Trade, and/or Recycled, Organic and Vegan. Enjoy! Buy Fair Trade - Feel Great! :-)
Reviewed By ReaganBrown
A simply fantastic shopping experience. Gavin and Lucy have managed to fulfil my online order exceptionally fast and to the utmost quality. To anyone looking online, simply message Gavin/ The Facebook page and they will reply swiftly with answers to your questions. A seamless and brilliant process and I wish the business, Gavin and Lucy all the success in the future because they conduct business how it should be conducted. I will 100% be shopping with you again.
9. Janet Horne Memorial Stone
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By jamesrP8690QM - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Visited Janet Horne's Memorial stone to commenerate the last person in united kingdom to be burnt as a witch
10. Jail Dornoch
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By colleens796 - Mountain Home, United States
We stopped in just before heading back to Edinburgh to find some goodies for family and friends. Great selection of items from body lotion to earrings to beautiful blown glass, and, made in Scotland. A must stop if your visiting Dornoch.
