Location: Drumnadrochit
Top Things to do in Drumnadrochit
Top 5 Budget-friendly Things to do in Drumnadrochit, Scotland
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1. Urquhart Castle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5,250 reviews
Discover 1,000 years of drama, experience a glimpse of medieval life and enjoy stunning views over Loch Ness from the ruins of the greatest castle in the Highlands. Climb the Grant Tower that watches over the iconic loch, peer into a miserable prison cell, said to have held the legendary Gaelic bard Domhnall Donn, and imagine the splendid banquets staged in the great hall. A more comfortable view of the iconic ruins, against a backdrop of Loch Ness and the hills of the Great Glen, can be enjoyed from the café. Urquhart’s stories are also told through a remarkable collection of artefacts left by its residents, historic replicas, including a full-sized, working trebuchet siege engine, and a short film. The castle has a distinctly Highland heritage and the site has witnessed some of the most dramatic chapters in our nation’s history. This is where St Columba is said to have worked miracles in the 6th century, where acts of chivalry and defiance provided inspiration during the Wars of Independence and where the MacDonald Lords of the Isles struggled with the Crown for power.
Reviewed By 882davidh - Seamill, United Kingdom
What an amazing castle, even though it is a ruin. We were there nearly 2hrs wandering around and taking pictures. It was a brilliant day of still water and bright sunshine, almost shorts and tee shirt weather, and this was in mid November!! We were told in the summer that is very busy. If I was going to make one recommendation, be there as soon as it opens. We were able to walk around, take loads of pictures solely of the castle and grounds, and not other visitors. There is an excellent visitor centre as well, full of information (including a short film on the history), things to buy (obviously), and a large café with panoramic views of the castle (indoor and outdoor seating). There is also disabled facilities, a lift to the lower level and they provide 4 wheel mobility scooters as well to get down the pathway to the castle. The staff are really friendly, so helpful and very knowledgeable about the ruin.
2. Corrimony Chambered Cairn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 165 reviews
Reviewed By Getaway21242946528 - Palm Harbor, United States
We love seeing the old sites from ancient civilizations, so this one was a quick stop after Urquhart Castle. A 15 minute drive with a slight detour on our way back to Inverness took us to a small car park about 150 yards away from the Cairn that is simply on the edge of the road. An amazing, almost intact cairn dating 4,000 years old.
3. Loch Ness Cruises
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 418 reviews
Loch Ness Cruises aboard "Nessie Hunter" You will find our Loch Ness Cruises booking office in Celtic Crafts Gift Shop at the Junction of A82/A831 in Drumnadrochit. Free Parking in Nessieland and you will find us at the bottom of the steps on street level. Please note June, July and August are busy and we do recommend you book early. Loch Ness Cruises on the Nessie Hunter can be booked at Celtic Crafts, online or at the Inverness Visit Scotland iCentre. We invite you to visit Celtic Crafts, a stunning shop offering a unique collection of Scottish quality jewellery, ceramics, original artwork and luxury gifts. Visit this little shop where made in Scotland is important and quality is at its best.
4. Meall Fuar-Mhonaidh
5. Castle Cruises Loch Ness
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 156 reviews
