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1 hour 30 minutes
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This tour is a must do on a visit to Inverness. Meaning "Mouth of the River Ness", Inverness is surrounded by the river and other natural beauty. It is the capital of the Highlands and therefore acts as a main shopping, entertainment and travel centre for the North of Scotland.
On this 1.5 hour tour, you will explore the history and modern culture of Inverness. You'll learn about how the city has grown from its humble beginnings into officially the happiest city in Scotland. This is a family-friendly, leisurely stroll around the city.
Key sights:
Inverness Castle
Eden Court
Inverness Cathedral
River Ness
The Old Town House
Old High Church
Balnain House
and many more hidden gems too
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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608 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Patrick M,
Aug 17, 2025
- Viator
Our English tour guide was a trip - very funny and knowledgable. This is a 1.5 hours VERY VERY worth it. The stories are amazing.
Megan M,
Aug 16, 2025
- Viator
Thank you Steve for the informative introduction to Inverness. Great stories & thoroughly enjoyed the stroll around the city.
Glenda,
Aug 15, 2025
- Viator
Beautiful day for walking and learning about this city. Our guide was pleasant and shared great information.
Nancy L,
Aug 13, 2025
- Viator
Walking tour of Inverness. Guide Karen was organized, friendly, and knowledgeable. We throughly enjoyed the visit and got a great overview of the city and things to see on our next visit.
RandallF S,
Aug 12, 2025
- Viator
Steven did a great job telling us about Inverness. His attention to detail really brought the city’s history to life.
Operated by Walking Tours in Inverness