Best places in Highland

Discover the best places in Highland, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 204 places in the city.

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Steall Waterfall
Tourist attraction
Iconic 120-m. tiered waterfall, 2nd highest in Scotland, can be viewed from a gorge path.
4.90 (1.6K reviews)
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Three Sisters Viewpoint
Scenic spot
πŸ‘πŸ‘ We parked at the viewpoint for a walk to the hidden valley (Coire Gabhail), which was very scenic although very steep to scrambling in places, some parts aren't for the feint hearted but we're not expert hill climbers, so can be done by an amateur with caution where needed but not easy and no access...
4.90 (1.6K reviews)
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Ben Nevis
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Wonderful experience, but be aware, it is not easy. We climbed for 4 hours and felt exhausted. However, the most difficult part was just about to start. The pain was excruciating while coming down. Worse than when going up. The pressure on the knees makes it very painful. Not for the faint hearted....
4.90 (977 reviews)
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Glenmore Forest Park
Tourist attraction
Protected landscape of lakes, heather-covered hills & pine forest, with hiking routes & sailing.
4.80 (4.4K reviews)
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Neist Point Lighthouse
Landmark
Unmanned lighthouse built in 1909, on a rocky cliff-top overlooking a causeway and the coastline.
4.80 (2.6K reviews)
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Bealach na Ba Viewpoint
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ NC500 part. One of the better driveable routes in west Scotland. Fair height by car, challenging road network and ultimately a beautiful view. Once at the top you can lose hours walking around from beautiful spot to beautiful spot. Limited parking. Can be dangerous. Not suitable for large campers, e...
4.80 (1.4K reviews)
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Glencoe Viewpoint
Park
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Great road...The view is simply breathtaking! really amazing place with stunning views all around ideally located for everyone who pass through Glencoe. Doesn't matter if you're a "simple" sightseers or an experienced outdoor enthusiast, anyone can enjoy these beautiful mountains surrounding the Lo...
4.80 (1.1K reviews)
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Loch Achtriochtan, Glencoe
Historical landmark
πŸ‘πŸ‘ The view is simply breathtaking! really amazing place with stunning views all around ideally located for everyone who pass through Glencoe. Doesn't matter if you're a "simple" sightseers or an experienced outdoor enthusiast, anyone can enjoy these beautiful mountains surrounding the Loch. A Must st...
4.80 (993 reviews)
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Plodda Falls
Hiking area
46-m. waterfall amid towering Douglas fir trees, with short walks to upper & lower viewing areas.
4.80 (852 reviews)
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Neist Point Trail
Hiking area
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Amazing. Parking is free and the walk is not difficult at all, there’s a concrete path with an handrail. The scenery is beautiful.
4.80 (844 reviews)
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Knockan Crag National Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
Walking trails over a dramatic craggy landscape of mountains & lakes, plus indoor geology exhibits.
4.80 (798 reviews)
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Highland Titles Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
Wooded trails, hilltop viewpoints & paths through a secret garden, plus boat trips on Loch Linnhe.
4.80 (625 reviews)
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Bealach na Ba (Way of the Cattle)
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Incredible views, a bit of a scary drive but if you're experienced with driving on steep hills and reversing you should be fine. Saw many deer on the way up aswell as on the summit.
4.90 (355 reviews)
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RSPB Dunnet Head
Nature preserve
Dogs allowed
4.70 (2.2K reviews)
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Corrieshalloch Gorge National Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
Dramatic views within a mile-long canyon with waterfalls & a Victorian suspension bridge.
4.70 (1.9K reviews)
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Cairngorm Reindeer Herd
Nature preserve
Centre with daily guided mountainside visits to feed and stroke the UK's only wild reindeer herd.
4.70 (1.7K reviews)
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Loch Morlich Beach
Tourist attraction
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Must be one of Scotlands most stunning locations, at the foot of the cairngorm mountains, is a beautiful little Loch with a beach. Flat and easy access for most, with a great walk all the way around the Loch which takes around an hour and a half. Honestly one of the Highlands must see locations
4.80 (541 reviews)
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Beinn Eighe National Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Beautiful quiet walk. We hardly saw many people walking. We walked 2-3 hours and the view from the top was stunning. There is a 2 route you can choose to, we decided to do the hike up πŸ˜€
4.80 (509 reviews)
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Jaggy Thistle Food Stop
Cafe
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Without a doubt the best place we've stopped for a coffee and something to eat on our honeymoon road trip. Food was excellent, owners were even better and we really enjoyed chatting with them. Our absolute favourite welcome from this lovely boy too. Highly, highly recommend!
$ $$$
4.80 (442 reviews)
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Sands Caravan & Camping
Campground
πŸ‘πŸ‘ Stayed here for one night whilst touring Scotland. The site is well kept and the facilities are good. The site is quite big so you can be quite far away from the toilets/showers so maybe be mindful of this when selecting your pitch (you choose when you arrive)
4.70 (933 reviews)
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