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Waterside Hotel

Waterside Hotel, Ness Bank, INVERNESS, Highlands, IV2 4SF

Classic Comment:

The Waterside Hotel in Inverness is one of the best located hotels in Inverness, right on the riverside with plenty of free car parking. Rates from Ł40pp Dinner, Bed & Breakfast

Directions

On north side of river, only 200 yards from the castle and opposite theatre. Signed B862 to Dores.

Distances

John O' Groats 119 Miles

Ullapool 59 Miles

Fort William 66 Miles

Isle of Skye 76 Miles

Perth 115 Miles

Mileages are approximate

Maps

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Things to see and do

Inverness - the fastest growing city in Scotland

Cawdor Castle. A magical name, romantically linked by Shakespeare with Macbeth. A superb fairy-tale Castle, and just what every visitor is looking for ... Scottish history that you can touch and see and sense for yourself. Cawdor Castle is not another cold monument, but a splendid house and the home of the Cawdor family to this day.

Culloden Moor - following the 1746 defeat at Culloden of Bonnie Prince Charlie, George II created the ultimate defence against further Jacobite unrest. The result, Fort George, is the mightiest artillery fortification in Britain, if not Europe.

No holiday in Scotland is complete without a visit to Loch Ness. Over 20 miles long, a mile wide and 700 feet at its deepest, Loch Ness is the largest body of water in Scotland by volume. The surrounding area is filled with historic attractions, natural wonders, cosy places to stay, and superb eateries. And the Loch Ness Monster is just one of the many myths and legends to be discovered in this particularly mysterious corner of Scotland.

The Whisky Trail. Many thousands of people come to Speyside each year to follow the world famous Malt Whisky Trail. Taking in 7 distilleries in Moray and the Speyside Cooperage, The Malt Whisky Trail explains the colourful history of the industry from the days of illicit distilling in hidden glens to the methods of production we see today.

John O'Groats Ferry crossing to the Orkney Islands. Inclusive day trips to the Orkney Islands from John O’Groats and Inverness. Also amazing wildlife cruises available.

The Castle of Mey is the most northerly castle in Britain, and was the late Queen Mother's favourite holiday retreat. Open in summer time - see their website for full opening times.

Cruise Loch Ness, Fort Augustus - Cruise on Loch Ness leaving from Fort Augustus. Hi tech sonar on board and full tour guide given.

“Nevis Range Mountain Cable Cars”, Fort William - Effortless cable-car ride to 2150ft on Aonach Mor beside Ben Nevis. Winter ski area as well as a mountain discovery centre and mountain biking range.

Loch Shiel Cruises, Glenfinnan - Wildlife/historical cruises on beautiful Loch Shiel. Regular sightings of Red Deer, Golden Eagles and other rare birds. Live commentary about the area on the cruise.

Jacobite Experience Loch Ness, Inverness - Established in 1973, Jacobite offers an extensive range of cruises and coach and cruise options with excursions to Urquhart Castle and Loch Ness.

Scottish Kiltmaker Visitor Centre, Inverness - Scotland’s only visitor centre devoted to making Scotland’s national dress – the kilt.

Armadale Castle Gardens and Museum of the Isles, Isle of Skye - Ruins of Armadale Castle set amidst 40 acres of woodland garden and nature trails.

Bella Jane Boat Trips, Isle of Skye - Boat trips to Loch Coruisk and the Seals in the heart of the Skye Cuillin mountains.

Talisker Distillery, Isle of Skye - The only distillery on the Island and is home to the Talisker single malt. Tours around the distillery include tastings of the fine malt whiskies available.

Loch Insh Watersports, Kincraig - Watersports, Archery, Cycling, Fishing, Dry ski slopes, Children’s play areas and much more available.

Seaprobe Atlantis, Kyle of Lochalsh - Semi – submersible glass bottom boats where the scenery and wildlife can be viewed above and below the waves of the boat. See WW11 shipwreck, Kelp forests, fish seals and otters. Also on occasion dolphins and whales can be seen.

Mnfs of Chocolates & Scottish Speciality Foods, Nth Ballachulish - Producers of hand-made chocolates and traditional tablet. Vast selection of Scottish speciality foods and video of chocolate production.

West Highland Woollen Company, Ullapool - Superbly located next the harbour front. Here you will find a unique selection of quality knitwear, countrywear, gifts and food.

Skye Jewellery, Isle of Skye - Visit the showroom in Broadford and see exclusive Celtic jewellery collections being made. The showroom also offers a range of Skye marble gifts and jewellery made by other Scottish makers.