Destination Ideas

Things to do in the Scottish Highlands

Holidays and short breaks in the Scottish Highlands are about exploring, adventure and relaxation.

The combination of their location, the stunning scenery and the endless list of leisure activities and attractions creates the perfect holiday package for a variety of different holidays in Scotland. Whether it’s a family holiday, romantic break or leisure break, each hotel will cater to your needs.
Whilst you are staying at one of the Highland Hotels, we do not want you to miss a thing, which is why we have found all the top attractions and things to do in Glencoe and Oban.
 
We aim to provide you with information on the best walking routes, historical sites, Scottish parks, things to do with the children, plus much more.
Make the most out of your short break so you can make it a Scottish holiday to remember.

Houses to Visit / Museums

Event Essential Information
CLAN CAMERON MUSEUM, Achnacarry
www.welcometoscotland.com/things-to-do
Date: Easter to mid-October
Entrance: Entrance Charges apply
Tel: 01397 712090
LISMORE GAELIC HERITAGE MUSEUM, Isle of Lismore
www.celm.org.uk
Date: April - October
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01631 760030
OBAN WAR AND PEACE MUSEUM
www.obanmuseum.org.uk
Date: Throughout the year
Entrance: Free
Tel: 01631 570007
WEST HIGHLAND MUSEUM, Fort William
www.westhighlandmuseum.org.uk
Date: Throughout the year from Monday to Saturday, also open Sunday in July and August.
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01397 702169
GLENCOE & NORTH LORN FOLK MUSEUM, Ballachulish
www.welcometoscotland.com/things-to-do
Date: April - October
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01855 811664

Outdoor Attractions

Event Essential Information
BEN NEVIS WHISKY DISTILLERY
www.bennevisdistillery.com
Date: Throughout the year on selected days of the week
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01397 700200
BEN NEVIS WHISKY DISTILLERY
www.bennevisdistillery.com
Date: Throughout the year on selected days of the week
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01397 700200
BEN NEVIS, Fort William
www.visit-fortwilliam.co.uk
Date: Throughout the year
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01397 707256
CASTLE STALKER, Near Fort William
www.castlestalker.com
Date: Selected dates during the summer, subject to weather conditions
Entrance: Ticket prices apply
Tel: 01631 740 315
DUNSTAFFNAGE CASTLE, Dunbeg
www.castles.org/Chatelaine
Date: April - October open daily; November - March open Saturday - Wednesday
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01631 562465
GLEN ROY, Lochabar
www.nnr-scotland.org.uk
Date: Throughout the year
Entrance: Free
Tel: enquiries@snh.gov.uk
GLENCOE VISITOR CENTRE, Glencoe
www.glencoe-nts.org.uk
Date: Throughout the year except 21 - 26 December and January
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 0844 493 2222
GLENFINNAN MONUMENT, Glenfinnan
www.road-to-the-isles.org.uk/glenfinnan.html
Date: Visitor centre open
Entrance: Free
Tel: 01397 722250
ICE FACTOR, Kinlochleven
www.ice-factor.co.uk
Date: Throughout the year
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01855 831100
INVERARY CASTLE
www.inveraray-castle.com
Date: 1 April - 31 October
Entrance: Entrance Charges apply
Tel: 01499 302203
JACOBITE STEAM TRAIN, Fort William
www.westcoastrailways.co.uk
Date: 18 May - 9 October open Monday to Friday; 27 June - 30 August, open daily
Entrance: Ticket prices apply
Tel: 01524 732100
KINLOCHLAICH GARDENS, Appin
www.kinlochlaichgardencentre.co.uk
Date: March - October, and open by appointment during Christmas and New Year
Entrance: Free
Tel: 01631 730342
LETTERSHUNA RIDING STABLES, Appin
www.lettershunaridingcentre.com
Date: Please check for opening times
Entrance: Entrance Charges apply
Tel: 0845 86 0332
NEVIS RANGE MOUNTAIN EXPERIENCE, Fort William
www.nevisrange.co.uk
Date: Throughout the year - times vary depending on season
Entrance: Ticket prices apply
Tel: 01397 705 825
OBAN DISTILLERY
www.discovering-distilleries.com/oban
Date: February - December, selected days of the week
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01631 572004
OLD INVERLOCHY CASTLE, Fort William
www.inverlochycastle.co.uk
Date: Throughout the year
Entrance: Free
Tel: 01316 6888000
SCOTTISH SEA LIFE SANCTUARY, Connel
http://www.visitsealife.com/oban/
Date: Throughout the year except 25 December
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01631 720386
SEAFARI ADVENTURES
www.seafari.co.uk
Date: Throughout the year - check website timetables
Entrance: Ticket prices apply
Tel: 01852 300003
COASTAL CONNECTION BOATS
www.coastal-connection.co.uk
Date: Throughout the year - phone to check availability and departure times
Entrance: Ticket prices apply
Tel: 01631 565 833
GLENCOE ACTIVITIES
www.glencoeactivities.com
Date: Throughout the year
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01855 413200
GLENCOE MOUNTAIN
www.glencoemountain.com
Date: Throughout the year
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 01855 851 226
HIGHLAND ACTIVITIES
www.highlandactivities.co.uk
Date: Throughout the year
Entrance: Entrance charges apply
Tel: 0845 094 5513
ISLAND HOPPING with CALMAC
www.calmac.co.uk
Date: Ferries available throughout the year - check website timetables
Entrance: Ticket prices apply
Tel: 0800 066 5000
SEA KAYAK OBAN
www.seakayakoban.com
Date: Throughout the year - visit the website for seasonal timings
Entrance: Activity prices apply
Tel: 01631 563 310
CAPRICE YACHT CHARTER
www.capriceyachtcharter.co.uk
Date: May to September
Entrance: Charter costs apply
Tel: n/a

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