Merkinch

Inverness

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Popular places to visit

Inverness Castle showing heritage elements, château or palace and heritage architecture

Inverness Castle

4/5(95 reviews)

A setting in one of Shakespeare’s iconic tragedies, this crenellated castle sits on a hill overlooking the River Ness.

Inverness Castle
Urquhart Castle which includes a lake or waterhole, château or palace and a ruin

Urquhart Castle

4.5/5(93 reviews)

Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.

Urquhart Castle
Inverness Cathedral featuring night scenes, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Inverness Cathedral

4/5(63 reviews)

Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.

Inverness Cathedral
Culloden Battlefield

Culloden Battlefield

4.5/5(100 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Inverness with a visit to Culloden Battlefield. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Culloden Battlefield
Eden Court Theatre showing modern architecture and a river or creek

Eden Court Theatre

4.5/5(36 reviews)

See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.

Eden Court Theatre
Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

4/5(49 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition in Drumnadrochit. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

Things to do

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Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland

S$102
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Loch Ness & the Highlands of Scotland
Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness Sightseeing Cruise

Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness Sightseeing Cruise

S$39
per adult
Caledonian Canal and Loch Ness Sightseeing Cruise
Inverness City Daily Walking Tour

Inverness City Daily Walking Tour (11:30am, 2pm & 5pm)

S$26
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Inverness City Daily Walking Tour (11:30am, 2pm & 5pm)
Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness

S$89
per adult
Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle visit from Inverness
Loch Ness and Highlands Explorer Full-Day Tour

From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glen Coe and Highlands Explorer Full-Day Tour

S$128
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
From Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glen Coe and Highlands Explorer Full-Day Tour
castle in edinburgh

West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh

S$148
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
West Highland Lochs & Castles from Edinburgh
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Top hotels in Merkinch

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness

4 out of 5
GLEBE STREET, Inverness, Scotland
The price is S$123 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$123
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (811 reviews)
"Was a decent hotel walkable to the city and everything we wanted to do. The reception staff was a bit cold which is quite different from everywhere else we have stayed in Scotland. Overall ok but couldn’t give it a 5"

Reviewed on 8 Oct, 2025

AC Hotel by Marriott Inverness
Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality

3 out of 5
7 Ness Walk, Inverness, Scotland
The price is S$94 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$94
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
"Great location with fantastic view of the Castle across the river."

Reviewed on 6 Oct, 2025

Columba Hotel Inverness by Compass Hospitality
Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport

4 out of 5
Fresson Circle, Dalcross, Inverness, Scotland
The price is S$102 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$102
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (967 reviews)
"No issues"

Reviewed on 8 Oct, 2025

Courtyard by Marriott Inverness Airport
River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
CHURCH ST 83-97, Inverness, Scotland
The price is S$114 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$114
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (517 reviews)
"Staff were very helpful and friendly,excellent service."

Reviewed on 7 Oct, 2025

River Ness Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
Kingsmills Hotel

Kingsmills Hotel

4 out of 5
Culcabock Road, Inverness, Scotland
The price is S$137 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
S$137
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The stay was excellent, the staff friendly and extremely helpful. Our only comment would be our room faced the main road and we could hear the traffic which disturbed our sleep the first night. Second night we slept like babies with earplugs. Other than that, the location, food and room were top ..."

Reviewed on 28 Sept, 2025

Kingsmills Hotel
Crown Court Hotel & Bar.

Crown Court Hotel & Bar.

3 out of 5
25 Southside Rd, Inverness, Scotland
The price is S$92 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$92
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Inverness. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Inverness Castle and Bellfield Park are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (253 reviews)
"Parking was fine"

Reviewed on 9 Oct, 2025

Crown Court Hotel & Bar.
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Other neighbourhoods around Merkinch

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Dalneigh

Though Dalneigh may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

Dalneigh
Inverness Castle which includes heritage elements, château or palace and a river or creek

Inverness City Centre

4.5/5(343 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and stunning river views are just a few highlights of Inverness City Centre. Make a stop by Inverness Museum and Art Gallery or Inverness Castle while you're exploring the area.

Inverness City Centre
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Kinmylies

5/5(2 area reviews)

While Kinmylies may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

Kinmylies
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Millburn

While Millburn may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Eastgate Shopping Centre and Victorian Market.

Millburn
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Ballifeary

While visiting Ballifeary, you might make a stop by sights like Eden Court Theatre and Inverness Botanic Gardens.

Ballifeary
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Crown

While there might not be top attractions in Crown, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Inverness Castle and Inverness Museum and Art Gallery.

Crown

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