Location: Inverness
Top Things to do in Inverness
Top 10 Things to do Adventurous in Inverness, Scotland
This compact Scottish city is perfect for exploration by foot — travelers can easily find their way from the lovely River Ness to historic Inverness Castle and St. Andrews Cathedral, and beyond to the events at Eden Court and the busy Victorian Market. It’s also an ideal base for exploring the Highlands, with the mysterious Loch Ness (and famed local resident Nessie), Culloden Battlefield and the Bronze Age Clava Cairns just a quick drive away.
Restaurants in Inverness
1. In Your Element Scotland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 243 reviews
In Your Element is a mobile outdoor adventure activity company offering amazing outdoor adventures across Scotland, with bases in Inverness, Aviemore, Loch Tay and at Loch Lomond . We offer a range of outdoor experience for families, stag/ hen groups, corporate or charity groups including canoeing, gorge walking, archery, aerial adventure courses and much more. We're the largest canoe and kayak hire operator in Scotland, with a large fleet of boats available for individuals, small groups and adventure events. With a flexible shuttle service and comprehensive outfitting service we should be your first port of call.
Reviewed By J_Black1987 - North Ayrshire, United Kingdom
Me and my sister decided to try something different, so we thought we'd try the Segway Adventure at Loch Lomond. It took us some time to find the place. After arriving at the main car park we walked round to the shopping centre area. We were walking around for about 15 minutes looking for the place and checked the maps and it wasn't marked on it. We asked some people for directions, but no one seemed to know where In Your Element or the 'Segway place' was. At this point we were feeling a little panicked thinking we might miss out if there's a group of people waiting to head out. We called the number on their website and they directed us - it's located on the shore next to the canoes and bikes, behind the Sea Life Aquarium. If you get lost just ask in at TreeZone for directions as they appear to be part of the same company. When we finally arrived, we were greeted with a warm welcome. It was just me, my sister, and the instructor. We were pleasantly surprised there wasn't a big group. The instructor went over all the safety information and showed us how to use the Segways. We then had a little practice and when we were comfortable we went round to another practice area with hills. We practiced going down a hill a couple of times and then he took us over to a bigger hill where me and my sister attempted to go up it. We failed a few times to make it up to the top of the hill, having to do a 180 and go back down. My sister nearly fell off it once on the hill, but she was unhurt and still in happy spirits. We eventually managed to get up the hill with a couple more practice runs and felt comfortable enough to take the speed cap off. When in the practice areas you are limited to 6mph, which is then increased to 12mph if you feel comfortable enough doing so. I recommend taking the cap off as some of the hills require more speed than the capped 6mph to get up, and you are always in control of the speed by using your balance anyway, so you can slow down if you wish. After the cap was taken off, we zoomed along a grassy area which was fairly muddy. At times it felt like it was skidding, but it is designed for all terrains and we never fell off - trust the Segway! We then went through a wooded area a couple of times, and down to another part of the shore where we stopped to take photos. Our instructor happily took some photos of us with Ben Lomond in the background. This is a great spot for photo opportunities as the views are amazing, so make sure you have a phone or camera handy. We then continued and throughout the adventure went through a lot of forest areas, where you can mostly zoom about really fast, however there are tighter areas where you'll need to drop your speed so you don't end up flying off into the Loch or hitting a tree! We also went to the shopping centre area and into TreeZone where you can see the adventure course above you. This area is more technical with sharper turns, so watch your speed here! Our instructor took us around these different areas a few times and by the end of the adventure we felt like pros! We had never been on a Segway before, but it was the most fun we had both had in a long time! The instructor was lovely, and very patient with us beginners. The adventure lasts about an hour, but you have so much fun you won't want to come off it! We will definitely be going back to Loch Lomond to do this again in the future and highly recommend it to everyone to try, even beginners.
2. Kushi Adventures
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 49 reviews
Inverness based, small group adventures in Scotland; offering guided mountain walks, kayak and canoe trips.Also canoe and kayak hire, rock climbing and abseiling.
3. River Ness Rafting
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Scenic rafting trips down the river Ness into the centre of Inverness. The trips are safe, fun and informative for all ages.
4. Highland Aviation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 108 reviews
Highland Aviation Flying School - See the Highlands from the air. Looking for something to do in Inverness or just visiting the Highlands and want to see everything in a few hours? We offer flights over the Highlands and flight training for the private pilots licence with gift vouchers available from only £99.00. Highland Aviation are based at Inverness airport and operate 7 days a week from 8am until late. We operate light aircraft for up to 3 people on private flights. You get to take the controls and fly whilst taking in the most beautiful scenery the UK has to offer.
5. Explore Highland
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 62 reviews
Here at Explore Highland, we love the great outdoors.Based centrally in the Capital of the Scottish Highlands, Inverness is surrounded by beautiful landscapes, wildlife, but best of all, a plentiful supply of water for open canoeing, river kayaking or sea kayaking.When you join us on a guided adventure or hire a boat for your own adventure, we will ensure that your time in the Highlands is truely memorable.We may be bias, but we feel that there is no better location in the world to explore.
6. Tazball Paintball & Lazer Combat Arena
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
Tazball is a multi activity centre based in Inverness in the Highlands of Scotland. We are currently offering Paintball 11+, Mini Paintball 8-11, Airsoft, Lazer Combat, Battle Archery, knife and axe throwing, Archery & Slingshots! Situated approximately 10 miles south of Inverness in 50 acres of Scottish Forestry Commission woodland. Tazball is the north's biggest scenario paintball and lazer combat arena, boasting 15 unrivaled and fantastically different paintball fields and 3 lazertag arenas with numerous gaming scenarios, ready for some action-packed paintballing and lazer combat. We pride ourselves on our 30+ years experience within the paintball trade. When you visit Tazball you can be guaranteed you are in safe hands. David "Taz" Bradley has played and run paintball sites professionally for over 30 years. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience from all over the world; mainly the UK, America and Thailand; and has injected this knowledge into Tazball's site.
Reviewed By Jennifergoldby
Booked a session for 6 people for my boyfriends 30th. We had a brilliant time at paintball, Taz and his staff were so accommodating and friendly even though we were running late and had a cancellation etc. It was a brilliant adrenaline filled atmosphere and I would definitely come again, already planning the next time ! Thank you so much
7. Haggis Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 31 reviews
Haggis Motorcycle Tours will provide everything you need from motorcycle to safety gear in order for you to have an unforgettable day, few days or week etc. We will guide you round the true Highlands that you may not see if you went yourself, we have a vast knowledge of the area and will always find something to suit you or if you prefer we will just rent you a motorcycle to go your own way. If you prefer we can also provide a private car/minibus tour for up to 8 people at £50 per hour if you fancy a bit of time off the bikes too. Not only do we offer local tours, we offer tours to anyone wishing to travel round Europe! We offer the same duly tailored package for our European tours as we do our local ones. We are always adding new countries and tours to our itinerary so keep a keen eye on our website for this/next years trips of a lifetime.
8. Inverness Kart Raceway
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 88 reviews
Inverness Kart Raceway, or IKR for short, is a purpose-built, fully modernised, indoor go-karting arena. Sporting the most up-to-date technology, our karts, track and timing systems are state of the art. Only a few minutes drive from the city centre and on easy bus routes. With a fully indoors go-karting arena we can offer our facility in all weathers, at all times of the year and after dark too.
Reviewed By 434Andrewb434 - Stockton-on-Tees, United Kingdom
We visited this attraction whilst on a short holiday to Inverness and what a great place we found. We mainly went here because my two grandsons wanted to go karting. As you enter the building you enter a cafe style room and viewing area. The participants have to purchase balaclavas, currently £3, but race suits, gloves and crash helmets are provided. On your first ever visit you have to participate in the arrive and drive package. This consists of 2 x 7 minute sessions. On future visits you can participate in a Grand Prix, 2 x 5 minute heats and a 10 lap race. Also available are Dual Karts, these karts take juniors from 5 years old in the passenger seat whilst been driven by a trained Marshall. Prices for children currently range from £14 to £26. When my grandsons came off the track I asked them for their thoughts. One said “It was great”. The other replied “Proper fast!” They enjoyed it so much we plan to visit again before we head for home. The viewing area also hold a kick the football machine and a boxing punch bag machine. The venue is fully wheelchair accessible. Drinks, hot and cold, snacks and pizza can be purchased. Staff are smartly dressed, polite and friendly. Inverness Kart Raceway donate all their profits to Day 1 Charity. Inverness Kart Raceway is a great place for adults and children to have fun. A visit is highly recommend.
9. The Beastie Boats
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 193 reviews
Whether it be the mystery, the stunning scenery, or the history, we want to get you up close and personal with it all. Climb aboard our brand new 12 Seater RIB Speedboat at the Clansman Harbour, and launch yourself onto the water for a 1 hour long tour to discover why we love this place so much! Our tours aim is to get you “As Close As You’ll Get” to capturing everything that Loch Ness is so famous for.
10. Dolphin Spirit Inverness
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 448 reviews
An educational, fun boat tour on the largest tour boat on the Moray Firth. Your personal guide will give you insightful commentary about the local wildlife, history, folklore and attractions. While on board you will have the opportunity to possibly see otters, seals, red kites, ospreys, herons and, with a stroke of luck, the resident bottlenose dolphins which all make use of the firth. Tours run at 10am, 12pm, 2pm and 4pm every day, weather permitting. The trip is roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes long, going between the Beauly Firth and Inverness Firth.
