Visitor Attractions

Key to Facilities: PR: Party Rate Available, R: Restaurant, CP: Coach Parking, GL: Guides/Lecturers,
EPW: Educational Parties Welcomed, final figure refers to Max Party Size. Quality rating awarded by VisitScotland Quality Assurance.


Aviemore CairnGorm Mountain
By Aviemore
PH22 1RB

t: 01479 861261
f: 01479 861207
Highest and Fastest Mountain Railway in the UK, Spectacular Views, Mountain Exhibition,Gift Shops, Panoramic Restaurant, Ceilidhs, Mountain Garden, Camera Obscura(free entry), Guided Walks, Footpath Network.


Prices: £4.50-£9.50
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.cairngormmountain.org
e: info@cairngormmountain.org

Contact: Ticket Office
PR GL R CP EPW No limit

Visitor Attraction

Brora Clynelish Distillery
Brora
KW9 6LR

t: 01408 623000
f: 01408 623004
Visit Clynelish Distillery and take a guided tour to see the distillers at work producing their own brand of liquid gold.


Prices: £4.00
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.discovering-distilleries.com
e: clynelish.distillery@diageo.com

Contact: Suzanne Cowie
GL CP EPW On Application

Visitor Attraction

Dalwhinnie Dalwhinnie Distillery Visitor Centre
Dalwhinnie
Inverness-shire
PH19 1AB

t: 01540 672219
f: 01540 672228
One of Scotland's highest distilleries - mid way between Perth and Inverness. Home of the Gentle Spirit. A warm welcome awaits.


Prices: From £5.00
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.discovering-distilleries.com
e: dalwhinnie.distillery@diageo.com

Contact: Jill Scougall
PR GL CP On Application

Visitor Attraction

Drumnadrochit Urquhart Castle
c/o Historic Scotland
Longmore House
Salisbury Place
Edinburgh
EH9 1SH

t: 0131 668 8894
f: 0131 668 8888
The remains of one of the largest Castles in Scotland. Dominates a rocky promontory on Loch Ness. Splendid views up and down the Loch.


Prices: £3.50-£7.00 (2009 rates)
Open: All year (closed 25 & 26 Dec and 1 & 2 Jan)
w: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
e: hs.explorer@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

Contact: Donna Laidlaw
PR R CP No limit

Castle

Elgin Elgin Cathedral
c/o Historic Scotland
Longmore House
Salisbury Place
Edinburgh
EH9 1SH

t: 0131 668 8894
f: 0131 668 8888
The superb remains of a magnificent 13th century cathedral. Almost destroyed in 1390 by Alexander Stewart the infamous "Wolf of Badenoch"


Prices: £2.35 - £4.70 (2009 rates)
Open: All year (closed 25 & 26 Dec and 1 & 2 Jan)
w: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
e: hs.explorer@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

Contact: Donna Laidlaw
PR No limit

Historic Attraction

Elgin Johnstons of Elgin
Newmill
Elgin
IV30 4AF

t: 01343 554000
f: 01343 554093
Visit us to enjoy our latest range, alongside our Courtyard Home and Garden Shop, interactive Heritage Centre and Mill Tour. We also offer the finest quality food in our Food Hall and Coffee Shop.

Open: 7 days Monday - Saturday 9am - 5.30pm Sunday 11am - 5.30pm
w: www.johnstonscashmere.com
e: shop@johnstonscashmere.com

Contact: Charlotte Mountain
GL R CP EPW

Visitor Attraction

Forres Brodie Castle
(the National Trust for Scotland)
Brodie
Forres
Moray
IV36 2TE

t: 0844 493 2663
f: 0844 493 2260
Wonderful 16th-century tower house, packed with enough art and antiques to keep connoisseurs happy all day. In Spring the grounds are carpeted with a magnificent collection of daffodils.


Prices: From £5.50
Open: Apr-Oct
w: www.nts.org.uk
e: traveltrade@nts.org.uk

PR GL R CP EPW

Castle

Forres Dallas Dhu Historic Distillery
c/o Historic Scotland
Longmore House
Salisbury Place
Edinburgh
EH9 1SH

t: 0131 668 8894
f: 0131 668 8888
A completely preserved time capsule of the distiller's craft. Wander at will through this fine old Victorian Distillery with the aid of an audio guide and then enjoy a dram.


Prices: £2.60-£5.20 (2009 rates)
Open: All year (closed 25 & 26 Dec and 1 & 2 Jan)
w: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
e: hs.explorer@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

Contact: Donna Laidlaw
PR CP No limit

Visitor Attraction

Fort William Ben Nevis Highland Centre
Belford Road
Fort William
PH33 6BZ

t: 01397 704244
Here you will find a wide selection of knitwear, countrywear, Scottish gifts and food as well as their own whisky shop. Drivers' room.


Prices: Free
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.ewm.co.uk
e: simplythebest@ewm.co.uk

Contact: Aileen Haggart
R CP No limit

Tourist Shop

Glencoe Glencoe Visitor Centre
(the National Trust for Scotland)
Glencoe
PH49 4LA

t: 0844 493 2663
f: 0844 493 2260
Modern, eco-friendly visitor centre with state of the art exhibition and visitor services. Set in one of the most stunning landscapes in highland Scotland and winner of Gold Green Tourism Business Scheme award.


Prices: £4.50
Open: All Year
w: www.nts.org.uk
e: traveltrade@nts.org.uk

PR GL R CP EPW

Visitor Attraction

Golspie Dunrobin Castle
Golspie
KW10 6SF

t: 01408 633177
f: 01408 634081
Dunrobin Castle dates from 1400.The Castle contains a magnificent collection of furniture, silver,tapestries, family portraits and memorabilia. Outstanding formal gardens designed by Sir Charles Barry. Falconry displays Monday to Saturday


Prices: £6.00- £7.50
Open: Apr-Oct 15th
w: www.dunrobincastle.co.uk
e: info@dunrobincastle.net

Contact: Scott Morrison
PR GL R CP


Inverness Culloden Battlefield
(the National Trust for Scotland)
Culloden
Inverness
IV1 5EU

t: 0844 493 2663
f: 0844 493 2260
5 Star world class Visitor Attraction - scene of the last major battle fought on mainland Britain. Exciting 360o battle immersion theatre, fantastic weapons display, and GPS audio battlefield guides. Excellent restaurant and branded Culloden gifts for sale.


Prices: £7.50
Open: All year
w: www.nts.org.uk
e: traveltrade@nts.org.uk

PR GL R CP EPW

Visitor Attraction

Inverness Highland Wineries
Moniack Castle
Kirkhill
Inverness
IV5 7PQ

t: 01463 831283
f: 01463 831419
Situated in a 16th century castle, 7 miles west of Inverness. Come and visit this family run business and taste their liqueurs, wines, jams and sauces.

Open: Apr-Oct Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, closed Sun. Winter Mon-Fri 11am-4pm, closed Sat + Sun

Contact: Sarah Robertson
CP No limit

Visitor Attraction

Inverness Jacobite Cruises
Tomnahurich Bridge
Glenurquhart Road
Inverness
IV3 5TD

t: 01463 233999
f: 01463 710188
Established in 1973, Jacobite offers an extensive range of cruises and tours including visits to Urquhart Castle and the Loch Ness Exhibition Centre. Jacobite promises the ultimate magical, Loch Ness experience.


Prices: From £10.00
Open: All Year
w: www.jacobite.co.uk
e: groups@jacobite.co.uk

PR GL R CP EPW 159

Tour

Inverness James Pringle Weavers Shopping Village
Holm Mills
Dores Road
Inverness
IV2 4RB

t: 01463 223311
f: 01463 231042
Here you will find a wide selection of knitwear, countrywear,outerwear,golf equipment and accessories, whisky shop,Scottish gifts and food, Pavers Shoe Dept. McGregors clearance store Coach washing facilities.


Prices: Free
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.ewm.co.uk
e: simplythebest@ewm.co.uk

Contact: Neil Souter
R CP No limit

Visitor Attraction

Isle of Skye Talisker Distillery
Carbost
Isle of Skye
IV47 8SR

t: 01478 614308
f: 01478 614302
Visit Talisker Distillery, the only distillery on the Isle of Skye and home of Talisker single malt. Tastings, tours, selection of fine malt whiskies available. Restricted access for wheelchair users.


Prices: Adults £5, 8-17yo £2.50, under 8's unable to tour but welcome to
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.discovering-distilleries.com
e: talisker@diageo.com

Contact: Georgette Crawford
GL CP All by Appointment

Visitor Attraction

John o Groats John o'Groats Ferries
Ferry Office
John o'Groats
KW1 4YR

t: 01955 611353
f: 01955 611301
It's so easy to enjoy a Day Trip To the Orkney Islands. 40 minute ferry ride from John O'Groats - then board your exclusive coach with local driver guide. Select your departure time and leave the rest to us!


Prices: On Application
Open: May-Sep
w: www.jogferry.co.uk
e: info@jogferry.co.uk

Contact: Fred Fermor



John O'Groats John O'Groats Knitwear Company
County Road
John O'Groats
KW1 4YR

t: 01955 611326
A superb selection of quality knitwear, clothing, accessories and souvenirs at the UK's most northern point.Coffee Shop serving Costa Coffee


Prices: Free
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.ewm.co.uk
e: simplythebest@ewm.co.uk

R CP No limit


Kyle of Lochalsh Seaprobe Atlantis
Tourist Information Centre
Kyle of Lochalsh
Ross-shire
Kyle of Lochalsh
IV40 8AQ

t: 01471 822716
Our Glass Bottom Boat Trips. Include a visit to Seal Island and fantastic under water views of the Kelp Forest. All trips are guided. We carry 55 passegers. Toilets and refreshments available. Driver incentives


Prices: £8.50
Open: Mid Mar - End Oct
w: www.seaprobeatlantis.com
e: seaprobe@msn.com

Contact: Nigel Smith
PR GL R CP EPW 55

Visitor Attraction

Muir of Ord Glen Ord Distillery Visitor Centre
Muir of Ord
Ross-shire
IV6 7UJ

t: 01463 872004
f: 01463 872008
Enjoy a tour at the closest distillery to Inverness and have a dram of the Classic Highland Malt we have been making since 1838. Browse our range of Single Malt Whiskies from all corners of Scotland.


Prices: £5.00
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.discovering-distilleries.com
e: glen.ord.distillery@diageo.com

Contact: Lynne Sutherland
GL CP No Limit

Visitor Attraction

Nairn Cawdor Castle Ltd
Nairn
IV12 5RD

t: 01667 404401
f: 01667 404674
Fairy tale castle, home to the Thanes of Cawdor since 1370. Book, Wool,Gift Shops. 70 cover restaurant with advance group booking for 2/3 course lunches. Golf course, Snack Bar,nature trails, magnificent gardens.


Prices: Group Rate (20+) £6.95
Open: 1 May - 3 October 7 days a week
w: www.cawdorcastle.com
e: info@cawdorcastle.com

Contact: David Broadfoot
PR GL R CP EPW 50

Castle

Nairn Fort George (by Ardersier)
c/o Historic Scotland
Longmore House
Salisbury Place
Edinburgh
EH9 1SH

t: 0131 668 8894
f: 0131 668 8888
Built following the battle of Culloden. Fort George, is the mightiest artillary fortification, in Britain, if not Europe.


Prices: £3.35-£6.70 (2009 rates)
Open: All year (closed 25 & 26 Dec)
w: www.historic-scotland.gov.uk
e: hs.explorer@scotland.gsi.gov.uk

Contact: Donna Laidlaw
PR R CP No limit

Historic Attraction

Spean Bridge Spean Bridge Mill
Spean Bridge
PH34 4EP

t: 01397 712260
Watch Mary Carol Souness, our resident weaver, bring the Scottish weaving tradition alive. Knitwear, tweeds, tartans, Scottish gifts, food and whisky shop. Drivers' room.


Prices: Free
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.ewm.co.uk
e: simplythebest@ewm.co.uk

Contact: Thomas MacDonald
R CP No limit

Tourist Shop

Tain The Glenmorangie Distillery Company
Tain
Ross-shire
IV19 1PZ

t: 01862 892477
f: 01862 893862
Glenmorangie Distillery can be found on the shores of the Dornoch Firth. Visitors can enjoy tours and tastings by experienced guides and a chance to explore the well-stocked whisky shop.


Prices: £2.50 - redeemable against purchases in the shop
Open: Jan - Dec.
w: www.glenmorangie.com
e: tain-shop@glenmorangie.co.uk

Contact: Annette MacKenzie
PR GL CP EPW 12 (larger groups pre-booking advisable)

Visitor Attraction

Ullapool West Highland Woollen Company
5 Shore Street
Ullapool
IV26 2UJ

t: 01854 612399
Superbly located on the harbour front, here you will find a unique selection of quality knitwear, countrywear, gifts and food.


Prices: Free
Open: Jan-Dec
w: www.ewm.co.uk
e: simplythebest@ewm.co.uk

Contact: Donna Douglas
CP No limit