Location: Thurso
Top Things to do in Thurso
What to do and see in Thurso, Scotland: The Best Sights & Landmarks
Thurso (pronounced /ˈθɜːrsoʊ/, Scots: Thursa, Scottish Gaelic: Inbhir Theòrsa [ˈiɲɪɾʲ ˈhjɔːrsə]) is a town and former burgh on the north coast of the Highland council area of Scotland. Situated in the historical area of Caithness, it is the northernmost town on the British mainland.
Restaurants in Thurso
1. The Castle and Gardens of Mey
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 935 reviews
Opening times for 2021 are to be confirmed. We are open daily from 1st May to 30th September however we will be closed from late July to the beginning of August. These dates are subject to change so please keep up to date on our website for the most recent information.
Reviewed By hildenley - Berkshire, United Kingdom
We had a beautiful around the coast from John O'Groats to the Castle of Mey & enjoyed a guided tour of the lovely house, then a walkabout in the pretty gardens & animal centre.
2. Dunnet Head
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4.5 based on 862 reviews
Promoting the north of Scotland. We have a wealth of knowledge about the walking, wildlife and general information about the North. Dunnet Head is the focal point of the North Highland Way.
Reviewed By D8318ZUdaveb - Rogart, United Kingdom
Dunnet head is a lovely place to visit a lighthouse with stunning views near Mary Ann cottage if you're lucky you can spot whales doling puffins etc
3. Old St Peter's Church
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4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By ITRT
One of the first stops on our tour was Old St. Peter’s Kirk (church) in Thurso. The remains of what was once one of the best religious buildings from the Middle Ages. Today most of it is in ruins except for the window that was carved out of a single slab of stone. You can also see where lepers sat during services. There is a wall with hooks used to secure sinners for a length of time depending on their sin. This wall bore the brunt of the bitter cold winds. In one corner is a watch house built to deter body snatchers who sold corpses to medical schools. Some of the marker stones in the church graveyard show skulls, crossbones, angels as well as emblems representing the deceased individual’s trade.
