Inverness City Centre Travel Guide
Inverness
Visit Inverness City Centre
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.
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.
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 top-notch restaurants.
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.
Eden Court Theatre
See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.
Top hotels in Inverness City Centre
AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
The room was lovely and was spotless. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Breakfast at the hotel was brilliant and plenty choice. Hotel is ideal location in the town and plenty restaurants round about.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
Great staff, nice room
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Mercure Inverness Hotel
Staff really good. Room clean and had quality toiletries and standard drinks tray. Only problem was outside hotels control - v noisy on back of hotel (away from river) with yelling in street 10pm to midnight every night
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
Clean room. Good heating. Excellent location, right opposite Inverness castle and in the centre of town. I would stay again. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
B&B HOTEL Inverness
Great room, pleasant staff
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa, WorldHotel Distinctive
Was the loveliest room of our honeymoon through the highlands. We really enjoyed staying here.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
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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 Eden Court Theatre.
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.
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 Victorian Market 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.
Ballifeary
While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Botanic Gardens.
