Inverness-shire Visitor Travel Guide Page

We have compiled a travel and holiday information guide to help with your holiday stay in Inverness-shire.

About Inverness-shire

Inverness-shire is an old county in north Scotland also includes North Uist, South Uist and Harris in the Outer Hebrides, Small Isles in the Inner Hebrides and the Isle of Skye. Inverness is the capital of the Highlands and lies at the mouth of the river Ness which is on the extreme inland part of the Moray Firth. The river is fed from Loch Ness which by volume is the largest lake in Britain and best known for its sightings of the Loch Ness Monster or Nessie as she is affectionately known.

Attractions & Heritage Sites within Inverness-shire

1. Highland Wildlife Park - Kincraig, Kingussie, Inverness-shire, PH21 1NL This Scottish wildlife reserve features animals in their natural habitat, in the outstanding setting of the Scottish Highlands. 2. Inverness Museum & Art Gallery - Castle Wynd, Inverness, IV2 3EB The Inverness Museum and Art Gallery is a lovely attraction for those who wish to explore Scottish history. 3. Highland Folk Museum  - Kingussie Road, Newtonmore, Inverness-shire, PH20 1AY Located inside the Cairngorms National Park the museum offers two locations for tourists: one in Kingussie, and the other in Newtonmore. See Full List of Attractions & Heritage Sites in Inverness-shire

Towns and Villages in Inverness-shire

Inverness-shire has some lovely towns and villages to explore, below is a list with a short summary and link to more information about it and pictures. Aviemore - experienced a boom to the population and economy when modern ski facilities opened in the mountains... More... Beauly - residents obtained a living by farming and fishing during the middle ages... More... Boat of Garten - was presumably named for the ferry that took passengers across the river... More... Carrbridge - is located on the edge of an ancient forest... More... Fort Augustus - is divided in half by the Caledonian Canal,built by Thomas Telford... More... Fort William - has been the scenic location for many films including “Braveheart”, “Harry Potter” and “Rob Roy”... More... Glenfinnan - Viaduct spans 1,000 feet (305 metres) across the gorge at a height of 100 feet (30 metres)... More... Inverness - Museum and Art Gallery offers guests a look at exhibits and collections from the area... More... Isle of Skye - has a rich heritage featuring many castles and museums, depicting centuries of local history... More... Kingussie - means “head of the pinewoods”, as the area originally lay on the edge of an extensive forest... More... Mallaig - is a delightful fishing village in the Western Highlands... More... Nethy Bridge - boasts many well-marked paths and trails through the ancient Caledonian Forest... More... Newtonmore - commemorates the tradition of the native wildcat in local culture... More...

Useful Contact Information for Inverness-shire

Aviemore Tourist Information Centre Grampian Road, Aviemore, Inverness-shire, PH22 IRH Tel No: 08452 255121 Broadford Tourist Information Centre The Car Park, Broadford, Isle of Skye, IV49 9AB Tel No: 08452 255121 Cluanie Tourist Information Cluanie Inn, Glenmoriston, Inverness-shire, IV63 7YW Tel No: 01320 340238 Daviot Wood Tourist Information Centre Picnic Area on A9 by Inverness, Daviot Wood, IV2 5ER Tel No: 08452 255121 Drumnadrochit Tourist Information Centre The Car Park, Drumnadrochit, Inverness-shire, IV63 6TX Tel No: 08452 255121 Dunvegan Tourist Information Centre Lochside, Dunvegan, Isle of Skye, IV55 8WB Tel No: 08452 255121 Fort William Tourist Information Centre High Street, Fort William, Inverness-shire, PH33 6DH Tel No: 08452 255121 Inverness Tourist Information Centre Castle Wynd, Inverness, IV2 3BJ Tel No: 08452 255121 Portree Tourist Information Centre Bayfield House, Bayfield Road, Portree, Isle of Skye, IV51 9EL Tel No: 08452 255121

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