Inverness attractions

Needing no introduction, Loch Ness is not only Scotland's most famous lake; it's arguably one of the most talked about lakes in the world. A deep, freshwater loch with a total surface area of 56.4 square kilometres set against the dramatic backdrop of the Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness is also one of the most scenic lakes in the world. Numerous reported sightings of a giant prehistoric monster (affectionately known as Nessie) who lives in the murky depths of Loch Ness have immortalised the lake in popular culture, and made the lake a popular destination for monster hunters and sightseers alike.

The Culloden Battlefield is the site at which the 1745 Jacobite Rising came to its tragic end, with one of the most brutal battles in British history. Visitors here will learn how a bloody fight that lasted just one hour changed life in the Highlands forever. The Culloden Battlefield is just 5 miles from Inverness.