The Scottish Highlands are home to beautiful vast landscapes and a unique culture and history. With hundreds of hidden villages, historic towns, and a bustling city, there are many great places to base yourself and explore all that the region has to offer.
Staying in one place is a great way to slow down, relax and enjoy quality time with friends and family. Forget the stress of travelling to a new place every night and delve in deeper to the area you’re staying in. If you’re conscious of your carbon footprint, it’s also much more eco-friendly.
On top of cosy accommodation options, there is plenty to see, do, visit, and experience no matter where you decide to stay in the Highlands.
- Transport: easily accessible by car, train at Nairn Station, and from Inverness Airport
- Transport: easily accessible by car, train at Kingussie Station, or from Inverness Airport.
- Transport: easily accessible by car, train at Dornoch Station, or from Inverness Airport
- Transport: easily accessible by car and train at Wick Station on the
Far North Line - Transport: easily accessible by car, train at Elgin Station, or from Inverness Airport
- Transport: easily accessible by car and train at Thurso Station on the
Far North Line - Transport: easily accessible by car or train at Fort William Station (including the Caledonian Sleeper)
- Transport: easily accessible by car, train at Lairg Station, or from Inverness Airport
- Transport: best accessed by car
- Transport: easily accessible by car, bus, or ferry from the Outer Hebrides.
- Transport: easily accessible by car, train at Inverness Station (including the Caledonian Sleeper), or from Inverness Airport
Only 30 minutes away from Inverness, the pretty coastal town of Nairn is one of the sunniest and driest places in Scotland, and the perfect base for your Highland adventure. This family friendly seaside resort boasts three beautiful beaches, two championship golf courses, great shopping and some fantastic cafés and restaurants. Reconnect with nature and take a relaxing stroll through the dunes and forest at the
Further south, see the mysterious 2,000 year old burial chambers of
Just south of Aviemore, Kingussie is the capital of
Take a walk around the beautiful birchwoods of
Only an hour north of Inverness, Dornoch is a lovely historic town and seaside resort, and a true little gem in the North Highlands. From beaches, golf courses and historical sites, to stunning scenery, great walks, and wonderful wildlife, you can do it all in Dornoch!
Probably best known for its championship golf course, Royal Dornoch, it is a great place to tee off whilst soaking in the beautiful views that surround the green. Enjoy family time with the kids at
Further north, don’t forget to pay a visit to fairytale
Transport yourself back hundreds of years to the time of the Vikings in the far north town of Caithness. Wick boasts fascinating ancient history, which you can uncover at the excellent
Dating from the early medieval period, the capital of Moray Speyside, Elgin, has been a bustling town for centuries. Nestled on the picturesque Moray coast and surrounded by gorgeous scenery and picturesque coastline, it is the perfect place to base yourself to explore Scotland’s world-famous whisky region.
Follow the
Further east, don’t miss the historic
Thurso in beautiful Caithness is a great base for exploring the surrounding countryside. Immerse yourself in wild nature at nearby
Take a trip to the
Further east, don’t miss the enchanting
If you’re looking for adventure and a holiday full of exciting activities, why not base yourself in Lochaber, the
Known as the crossroads to the north, Lairg is a tranquil little village located in the middle of the North Highlands, just off the North Coast 500 route.
There’s plenty to see and do in Lairg! Marvel at the thundering Falls of Shin and witness salmons leaping upstream – one of the wonders of nature. With beautiful forest trails, you can go mountain biking, walking, and foraging with lovely views along the rocky banks of the Shin.
Get back in touch with the Scottish landscapes at
Enjoy the great outdoors on a canoe trip to remember with
Head on a short ferry crossing near Fort William to Corran and you’ll reach the
Nestled on the shores of Lochbroom, Ullapool is the perfect base for exploring the north west Highlands. Take a stroll on Shore Street with its pretty white-washed cottages overlooking the sea. Visit the excellent
Get your adrenaline pumping on a guided rock climbing experience on the towering mountains, or try out sea kayaking, exploring sea caves and sandy beaches with
Take a wander through the city centre, marvel at Inverness Castle and Inverness Cathedral – dedicated to St Andrew, and discover great museums, galleries, and shopping. For peace and relaxation, stroll along the riverside paths around the
How about some monster hunting? Take a trip from Inverness to Loch Ness for your chance to spot the elusive Nessie, or explore one of the country’s most iconic ruins,
Enjoy the great outdoors and explore the mountains and glens of this ancient landscape, from the stunning
That was just a taste of what’s on offer. With such vast landscapes, there are plenty more amazing towns and villages to base yourself for your perfect
Ricevi ispirazione per la Scozia direttamente nella tua casella di posta. Non perderti le informazioni dei nostri esperti scozzesi su idee di viaggio entusiasmanti, attrazioni uniche e gemme nascoste amate dai locali.