3-Day Itinerary for Inverness - Family Friendly

  • Day 1: Culloden Battlefield
    15 minutes (5.8 miles) from Inverness city centre

    The Culloden Battlefield is a historic site where the 1745 Jacobite rising came to a brutal end. Learn about Scottish history through an interactive exhibition and guided tours of the battlefield.

  • Day 2: Inverness Leisure Centre
    10 minutes (2.5 miles) from Culloden Battlefield

    The Inverness Leisure Centre is a perfect family-friendly spot to spend a day. With a large swimming pool, ice rink, and numerous sports courts and halls, there is plenty to stay active and have fun.

  • Day 3: Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
    25 minutes (15.8 miles) from Inverness Leisure Centre

    A must-visit attraction when in Inverness! Head to Loch Ness and soak up the stunning views on a boat tour before exploring the ruins of Urquhart Castle, perched on a rocky outcrop overlooking the famous loch.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Culloden Battlefield (2 hours, £12 per adult)
  • Inverness Leisure Centre (4 hours, £20 per family of 4)
  • Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle (5 hours, £45 per adult)
  • Total Estimated Costs: £169

Transportation

If you're staying in Inverness city centre, all attractions are accessible within a 25-minute drive by car or taxi. Alternatively, you can use the local bus service which is a cheaper and more eco-friendly option.

Estimated costs: £10-£20/day for taxi or £4.50-£7/day for a day ticket on the local bus service.

Useful tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the nearby Black Isle and its many attractions, including The Black Isle Brewery or Dolphin watching tours. If you have less time, you can combine the Culloden Battlefield and Inverness Leisure Centre into one day and spend the other day exploring Inverness city or strolling alongside the River Ness.

Airports

Inverness Airport (INV) is located 8 miles from the city centre. You can reach the city centre by taxi, bus or car rental.

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