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Is Urquhart Castle worth visiting?

Halfway up the loch, on the western shore, is Urquhart Castle. This is the most scenic spot to view Loch Ness and the prime location to spot Nessie. If visiting Scottish castles excites you, Urquhart Castle is a great one to visit. It has a stunning location with the loch as a backdrop.

Is Loch Ness free to visit?

The best free attraction in the neck of the woods also happens to be the main attraction. It doesn’t cost anything to take in the splendour of Loch Ness and have a walk along its shores.

Can you canoe on Loch Ness?

Loch Ness is best known for ‘sightings’ of “Nessie”, our local friendly monster. It is connected at the southern end by the River Oich (which can be paddled by canoe or river kayak) and a section of the Caledonian Canal to Loch Oich.

How long is Loch Ness cruise?

Your voyage will include a one-hour cruise across the mysterious waters of Loch Ness. You’ll also hop ashore for a one-hour visit to explore historic Urquhart Castle and its turbulent past. Our onboard audio is bursting with fascinating facts and legends to tune into as you sail.

Are dogs allowed on Loch Ness Cruises?

Yes, we welcome dogs on our larger vessels.

Can you take dogs on Loch Lomond Cruises?

Pets. Dogs welcome on all cruises.

Is Balloch Castle dog friendly?

Including your four-legged best friend as the park is dog-friendly too!

Are dogs allowed in Duck Bay?

Cottage Tariffs 2021/2022

Each Cottage can accommodate 6 Adults over three double bedded rooms and two of those rooms can take an extra child on a roll away bed or cot. One well behaved dog is allowed per cottage.

Are dogs allowed at Urquhart Castle?

Assistance dogs are permitted at all our sites and within roofed areas. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and not left unattended at any time. Owners must pick up after their dogs. Visitors’ dogs are not permitted at Urquhart Castle.

Can you see Urquhart Castle without paying?

You have to go through the visitor centre to get to the ruins, so you have to pay the admission fee. A large area of the Urquhart Castle Visitor Centre is dedicated to a cafe and gift shop.

Can you take dogs to the Fairy Pools?

Fairy Pools

It’s a gorgeous place to go for a lovely walk with your dog and it is brilliant for photo opportunities galore. Why your dog will love it: The walk to Fairy Pools is a nice moderate one for dogs of all sizes and ages.

Do you have to pay to see Urquhart Castle?

Pay just £1 to visit the castle. Please make an online booking to guarantee entry.

Is Culloden worth visiting?

The richly researched, stimulating and sensitive Culloden Visitor Centre, which stands beside the battlefield, features artefacts from both sides of the battle and interactive displays that reveal the background to the conflict. It is both a monument and a guide to a pivotal day in history.

Which side of Loch Ness is better?

If you prefer to see the “quiet” side of Loch Ness, head down the South Side of Loch Ness on the B852 towards Dores and Foyers, where you will find lovely walks, quiet picnic spots and amazing viewpoints! Not to mention, the South Loch Ness Trail, which is the perfect way to explore the area.

Who blew up Urquhart Castle?

Much of the Jacobites’ support came from the Highlands, and so Urquhart became a garrison for government forces for more than two years. When the last soldiers marched out of the castle in 1692, they blew it up.

What has been filmed at Urquhart Castle?

The scenes in the film set in Scotland were filmed on location at Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness.