Golspie Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Dunrobin Castle showing heritage architecture, heritage elements and a castle
Home to one of northern Scotland’s most magnificent homes, this pretty seaside resort is also a pleasant spot for walking and mountain biking.

Golspie is best known for its grand Dunrobin Castle, a lavishly decorated castle once the Scottish home of the dukes of Sutherland. In addition to exploring this ornate castle, cycle along scenic mountain biking trails and view the town’s controversial hilltop monument.

Dunrobin Castle is the largest house in the Highlands. Although parts of the castle date back to the 13th century, the majority of this French-style castle was built in the 19th century. Over 20 of the castle’s 189 rooms and its elaborate formal gardens are open to the public. See the gilded four-poster bed where Queen Victoria slept during her visit to the castle in 1872. Enjoy the impressive falconry demonstrations in the garden.

It’s impossible to miss the 100-foot-tall (30-metre) Sutherland Monument looming over the village. The Duke of Sutherland infamously evicted thousands of tenant farmers from the region to clear space for more profitable sheep farms. As a result, the statue, which was completed in 1837, remains controversial to this day. Climb to the statue atop the summit of Ben Bhraggie for excellent views south along the coast.

See a large geological collection at the Orcadian Stone Company. This superb collection features thousands of fossils, minerals and rocks from around the world, with an emphasis on Scotland’s unique geological specimens.

Lovely St. Andrew’s Church built in the 1700s is also worth visiting. Inside, notice the canopied pulpit and the Sutherland Loft, both carved in the 18th century.

Cycle along the fine Highland Wildcat mountain bike trails. Select from trails for cyclists of all experience levels, including several picturesque forest routes. Skilled cyclists can follow the challenging black trail, which features a (1,300-foot) 400-metre drop over 8.5 miles (13.6 kilometres).

Golspie is located 10 miles (16 kilometres) north of Dornach. Get here by following the main east coast road or by train. See the historic Dunrobin Castle and its French-inspired formal gardens in Golspie.

Golspie Inn
Golspie Inn
3.5 out of 5
Old Bank Road, Golspie, Scotland
The price is ₹8,810 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
₹8,810
₹10,573 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Golspie. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (149 reviews)
"Great place to stay, food excellent and staff very good."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2024

Golspie Inn
The Ben Bhraggie Inn
The Ben Bhraggie Inn
2.5 out of 5
1886 Old Bank Rd, Golspie, Scotland
Stay at this hotel in Golspie. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Big ...
7.6/10 Good! (36 reviews)
"Extremely helpful. Nice staff. Comfortable room."

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2024

The Ben Bhraggie Inn
Kincraig Castle Hotel
Kincraig Castle Hotel
4 out of 5
Tomich, Invergordon, Scotland
The price is ₹9,879 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
₹9,879
₹11,854 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Nov - 8 Nov
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Invergordon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (216 reviews)
Stunning place
"Beautiful old building on the NC500. Simply stunning, from the long driveway and grounds to the grand lounge and dining areas. Bedroom was an impressive size with tasteful period style decor. Staff were all great, food was superb."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2024

Kincraig Castle Hotel
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Delny Glamping
Delny Glamping
2 out of 5
Delny House, Delny, Invergordon, Scotland
Stay at this campsite in Invergordon. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Hugh Miller’s Cottage & Museum ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Enjoyable and different
"Something very different for two oldies to experience. We were in the smallest accommodation, I assume, and the problem would have been in making up the bed had we not been pretty fit. Very compact, comfortable and a nice breakfast, on request, brought to the cabin by friendly people."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2024

Delny Glamping
Evelix Pods
Evelix Pods
3 out of 5
Evelix, Dornoch, Scotland
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Dornoch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and bike hire on-site. Popular attractions Dornoch Cathedral and Historylinks are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (48 reviews)
Loved it!
"Great place, super clean, everything you need. Great warm powerful shower and comfortable bed and sofa bed! Lovely location!"

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2024

Evelix Pods
North Coast 500 Pods
North Coast 500 Pods
3.5 out of 5
32 Alt Craggie, West Clyne, Brora, Scotland
Stay at this 3.5-star cabin in Brora. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and Netflix. Popular attractions Clynelish Distillery and Brora Beach are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (23 reviews)
"Modern and cosy cabin with stunning views. Excellent facilities (including a sauna) meant our stay was very relaxing and enjoyable, highly recommend! 👌"

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2024

North Coast 500 Pods
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