Inverness City Centre Travel Guide
Inverness
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Popular places to visit
Inverness Castle
A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.
Victorian Market
You can learn about the history of Inverness with a visit to Victorian Market. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars.
Eastgate Shopping Centre
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Eastgate Shopping Centre during your stay in Inverness. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Urquhart Castle
Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.
Inverness Cathedral
Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.
Culloden Battlefield
You can find out about the history of Inverness with a visit to Culloden Battlefield. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in Inverness City Centre
AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
Very clean, quiet, and the staff were friendly.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
Stayed at the River Ness Hotel and it was amazing all the staff were very helpful and friendly. Even organised a trip on Loch Ness and booked a taxi for us.Beautiful and clean everywhere and bed was so so comfortable didn’t want to get up😊especially with black out curtains.. Everything is on the ...
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Mercure Inverness Hotel
Spacious rooms, excellent breakfast and helpful staff
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
The Royal Highland Hotel
Excellent location for rail travel and shopping,
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
B&B HOTEL Inverness
Lovely big clean room, comfy beds and good wifi. Also great, friendly, efficient staff.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
The location was absolutely a beautiful sight and great location, a walking distance to shops and restaurants. Staff were always nice when having interaction with them. The facility itself needed some TLC, but is a cute older facility.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Inverness City Centre
Crown
While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Eastgate Shopping Centre.
Ballifeary
While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Botanic Gardens.
Millburn
While Millburn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Shopping Centre and Victorian Market.
Dalneigh
Though Dalneigh may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Castle.
Drummond
When in Drummond, you can plan a visit to Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Castle, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Merkinch
If you're spending some time in Merkinch, Merkinch Local Nature Reserve and Merkinch Local Nature Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
