Merkinch Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Inverness Castle showing heritage architecture, a castle and heritage elements

Inverness Castle

4.5/5(22 reviews)

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Inverness Castle
Urquhart Castle featuring tranquil scenes, a lake or waterhole and a ruin

Urquhart Castle

4.5/5(26 reviews)

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.

Urquhart Castle
Inverness Cathedral featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes

Inverness Cathedral

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.

Inverness Cathedral
Culloden Battlefield

Culloden Battlefield

4.5/5(24 reviews)

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.

Culloden Battlefield
Eden Court Theatre which includes a river or creek and modern architecture

Eden Court Theatre

4/5(1 review)

See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.

Eden Court Theatre
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

4.5/5(14 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition in Drumnadrochit. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

Activities

From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle

AU$95
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
From Inverness: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
Picturesque Cawdor Castle - Scottish castle with large maze

Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour

AU$256
per adult
Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour
Jamie at Culloden house

Clan Tour - OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness

AU$269
per adult
Clan Tour - OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip

AU$139
per adult
Inverness: Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle Day Trip
Culloden moors battlefield

loch Ness, Clava Cairns, Culloden, COO,S, DRAMS & Outlander sites

AU$177
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
loch Ness, Clava Cairns, Culloden, COO,S, DRAMS & Outlander sites
Skye and Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

Skye and Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness

AU$135
per adult
Skye and Eilean Donan Castle from Inverness
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Our pick of the best Merkinch Hotel Deals

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
4 out of 5
GLEBE STREET, Inverness, Scotland
The price is AU$150 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
AU$150
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (597 reviews)
"Everything thing was as it should be. Well done to all"

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
4 out of 5
8-15 Ness Bank, Inverness, Scotland
The price is AU$154 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
AU$154
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Inverness. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Superb!
"Super friendly staff, well located with cosy rooms. The distillery & brewery tour was superb also. Would be our go-to for any further Inverness trips"

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

The Glen Mhor Hotel and Uile-bheist Brewery & Distillery
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
3 out of 5
7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland
The price is AU$106 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$106
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Doug Clark
"Very good and friendly."

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
The Royal Highland Hotel
The Royal Highland Hotel
3 out of 5
Station Square, Academy Street, Inverness, Scotland
The price is AU$140 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$140
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Historic hotel historic rooms
"The hotel is a historic building and undoubtedly shows its age, at least in the room I had. I had a cosy room on the 3rd floor which was exactly that, cosy, but did the job. Hotel location is excellent right by the train station"

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025

The Royal Highland Hotel
Kingsmills Hotel
Kingsmills Hotel
4 out of 5
Culcabock Road, Inverness, Scotland
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$139 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
AU$139
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was absolutely lovely will be back again."

Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025

Kingsmills Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport
Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport
3.5 out of 5
Fresson Circle, Dalcross, Inverness, Scotland
The price is AU$116 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
AU$116
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (823 reviews)
A warm welcome awaits
"As always a greet and meet at the hotel reception. Comfortable room and please T meal although the menu choice never changes. Free parking and lovely friendly staff to make ones stay more enjoyable. Only a minutes walk to Inverness airport and 5 miles from city centre."

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Merkinch

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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 Cathedral.

Dalneigh
Inverness Castle showing a river or creek, a castle and heritage elements

Inverness City Centre

4.5/5(47 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Museum and Art Gallery or Inverness Castle while you're exploring the area.

Inverness City Centre
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Kinmylies

5/5(1 area review)

While Kinmylies may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.

Kinmylies
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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.

Millburn
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Ballifeary

While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Cathedral.

Ballifeary
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Crown

While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

Crown

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