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Perched proudly on its commanding hilltop, Inverness Castle has watched over the Highland capital for nearly a millennium. A fortress has stood on this ancient promontory since 1057, though the striking red-sandstone structure we admire today dates back to 1836. Over the centuries, the stronghold has endured turbulent times: besieged, sacked, razed and rebuilt time and again. Its stones bear witness to the great tides of Scottish history, its story intertwined with figures such as Robert the Bruce, Mary, Queen of Scots, and Bonnie Prince Charlie. Long a symbol of authority in the Highlands, the castle has served as both a prison and a courthouse and today stands as one of Inverness’s most cherished landmarks.

Following an extensive transformation, the all-new Inverness Castle Experience is soon to be inaugurated, offering visitors an inspiring new way to connect with the spirit and soul of the Highlands.  The castle’s major redevelopment has reimagined this historic site as a world-class attraction for both locals and visitors, where tales gathered from across the region bring to life the unique character of the Highlands.