Scottish Highlands

The Scottish Highlands contain some of Scotland’s most stunning scenery, including National Parks and vast areas of unspoilt wilderness.

From the vibrant city of Inverness and Loch Ness (Home of Nessie the Loch Ness monster) through the Caledonian Canal to Fort William the adventure capital of the UK, to tranquil and peaceful Islands such as Rhum, Eigg, Harris, the Inner and Outer Hebrides, and the Isle of Skye (great place for sunsets), the Scottish Highlands has something for everyone.

Scotland’s Scottish Highlands has a rich cultural heritage and historical background. Many visitors come to the Scottish Highlands to trace their ancestors, or visit Castles, Museums, and other historical sites. Others come for a great holiday at the various Scottish Highland Hotels, Scottish Highland Bed and Breakfast, Cottages, Guest Houses, or Youth Hostels.

Eating and drinking is one of Scotland’s pastimes and is well catered for throughout the Scottish Highlands, the region offers an eating choice of Pubs, Restaurants, Bistros, Cafes, and Tearooms. Eating out in the Scottish Highlands Guide lists the numerous choices of places to eat, drink and have a good time.

Whether young, not so young or a family there are plenty of Indoor Activities and Outdoor Activities for all including: Walking, Hiking, Golf, Fishing (including Fly Fishing), Cycling, Mountain Biking, Falconry, Kayaking, Canoeing, White-water Rafting, Bungee Jumping, Mountaineering, Rock Climbing, Quad Biking, Whale Watching, Bird Watching, Wildlife Expeditions, Bowling and Swimming.

Alternatively you could view Ben Nevis (Highest Mountain in UK) via the Gondola, or have a picnic at a country park or by a Loch, take a ferry to one of the Scottish Highland Islands, visit a Castle or listen to some live music.

If you are planning to stay in Scotland’s Scottish Highlands for a few days, check out the Scottish Highlands Accommodation section where you can choose from quaint self catering Scottish Highland Cottages or homely Scottish Highland Bed and Breakfast, Campsites in the Scottish Highlands, Farm Accommodation or Youth Hostels.

Check out the Shopping Guide for the best places to shop for that special gift. Why not try a wee dram of whisky from one of the many Whisky Distilleries throughout the region.

Popular places to visit include Glencoe, Ben Nevis, Fort William, Mallaig, Morar Sands, Isle of Skye, Fort Augustus, Aviemore, Grantham-on-Spey, Loch Ness, and Inverness.

You will be amazed how much wildlife can be seen whilst on holiday or on business which may include: Roe Deer, Red Deer, Scottish Wildcat, Red Squirrel, Pine Martens, Puffins, Shags, Eider Ducks, Buzzards, Golden Eagles, White-tailed Sea Eagles, Otters, Seals, Dolphins and Whales. Not forgetting the beauty of the lochs, mixed woodland including the Scottish Pine, and a wide range of wild flowers and plants.

Whether for a holiday or for business come to Scotland’s Scottish Highlands and enjoy the friendly people, rich culture, unspoilt countryside and much, much more.