Local Area
Inverness is the capital city of the Highlands of Scotland. From your base here in Scaniport you can explore the Northern Highlands, with day-trips possible to Fort William, Wick, Skye and many places in-between.
The area is renowned for its natural beauty and there are many activities available nearby, including golf, water sports, mountain bike trails, hill walking and wild water swimming. The famous distilleries of Speyside are also accessible from here.
Places of Interest
Loch Ness
This world-famous mass of water needs very little introduction. Only a few miles from Laggan Steading, Loch Ness is well worth a visit. You never know who you might meet on your travels! Urquhart Castle, on the banks of Loch Ness, is a great site for a little Nessie-spotting.
It’s also a fascinating historical sight, with a modern visitor centre to keep young and old occupied.
Urquhart Castle
Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre
Culloden Battlefield
On a blustery moor above the city of Inverness lies the historic battlefield of Culloden. It’s the site of the famous 1746 battle between the Duke of Cumberland and Prince Charles Edward Stuart, Bonnie Prince Charlie, and Jacobite men.
It is the site of the last battle held on mainland Britain. The visitor centre, run by the National Trust for Scotland, hosts a multi-media fact-filled exhibition and you can also take a guided walk around the historic moorland
Clava Cairns
Dating back approximately 4,000 years, the Clava Cairns were formed to house the dead. Two of the cairns are open to the public and give a fascinating insight into Bronze Age life.
The site is managed by Historic Environment Scotland. Outlander fans may find this site familiar too.
Clava Cairns
Fort George
Fort George
Fort George is another fascinating place managed by Historic Environment Scotland.
The impressive fortification was constructed following the Battle of Culloden as a secure base for the King’s army and, nearly 250 years later, it is still being used as an army base.
As well as being able to walk round the historic fort and barracks, you can visit the Highlanders’ Museum, the largest regimental museum in Scotland outside Edinburgh.
Other Places of Interest
Inverness Castle
The site of the city’s courthouse until very recently, the castle is being renovated with the hope of opening as a visitor attraction very soon
The Ness Islands
A beautiful walk around the scenic islands close to the city centre
Leakey’s Bookshop
Situated in Inverness’s Church Street, Leakey’s Bookshop is a book lover’s dream
Eden Court Theatre
Located by the River Ness, Eden Court is the Highlands’ major entertainment venue offering theatre, cinema, café and art exhibitions