Things to do in Loch Ness
Loch Ness is a large, deep, freshwater loch or lake in the Scottish Highlands, located near Inverness. Loch Ness is the most famous loch in Scotland thanks to the mythical and renowned Loch Ness Monster, also affectionately known as Nessie. Many sightings of the mythical creature have been reported and its possible existence continues to draw many visitors to the area.
The loch is surrounded by beautiful Scottish scenery with rolling hills, green fields and forests in abundance. It is also home to the ruins of Urquhart Castle, formally one of Scotland’s largest castles. The castle was blown up in 1692 but continues to be an impressive sight on the banks of Loch Ness.
With picturesque villages surrounding the loch and the city of Inverness close by, the area is bursting with things to do, from ancient castles, whiskey distillery tours to outdoor activities and boat trips.
Our recommendations in Loch Ness
Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh
Buy your tickets for this day tour from Edinburgh and discover Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands with your guide.
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Loch Ness and the Highlands of Scotland day trip from Edinburgh
Get your bus tour to Loch Ness and the Highlands of Scotland and spend a day immersed in the beauty and mystery of Scotland.
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands from Glasgow
Discover the Scottish Highlands, the famous Loch Ness and the beautiful Glencoe area on a trip from Glasgow and see the very best of Scotland.
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Loch Ness, Glen Coe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh
Book this day tour now to discover mysterious Loch Ness, wild Glen Coe and marvel at the vast and magical Highlands, combining nature and history.
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh
Buy your tickets for this day tour from Edinburgh and discover Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands with your guide.
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Loch Ness and the Highlands of Scotland day trip from Edinburgh
Get your bus tour to Loch Ness and the Highlands of Scotland and spend a day immersed in the beauty and mystery of Scotland.
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands from Glasgow
Discover the Scottish Highlands, the famous Loch Ness and the beautiful Glencoe area on a trip from Glasgow and see the very best of Scotland.
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Loch Ness, Glen Coe and the Highlands tour from Edinburgh
Book this day tour now to discover mysterious Loch Ness, wild Glen Coe and marvel at the vast and magical Highlands, combining nature and history.
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Loch Ness, Glencoe and the Highlands small-group day tour from Edinburgh
Book your Scottish Highlands tour now! Experience 'Scotland in a day' on this expansive tour of Loch Ness, and the castles and glens of Scotland.
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Loch Ness and The Highlands tour from Inverness
Book your tickets for this Loch Ness and The Highlands tour from Inverness and hunt Nessie, soak up the best of the Scottish countryside and relax!
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Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle tour from Inverness
Book your tickets for this Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle tour and enjoy some of the most beautiful sights in the north of Scoland.
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5 day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and Inverness tour
Book your Isle of Skye, Loch Ness and Inverness tour and spend 5 days exploring the Scottish wilds. Discover the Eilean Donan castle, a Highland Whisky distillery and more with a local guide.
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Loch Ness Explorer day trip from Edinburgh
Book your Loch Ness Explorer day trip from Edinburgh and leave the chaos of the city behind as you head into the Scottish Highlands and hunt Nessie.
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The complete Loch Ness experience day trip from Inverness
Buy tickets to a complete Loch Ness experience. Travel the full length of the loch, explore wonderful waterfalls, and visit cozy villages.
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City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour of Inverness
Book your hop-on hop-off bus tour of Inverness and discover local wonders like Loch Ness, St Andrews Cathedral, Culloden Battlefield and more!
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Loch Ness and the Highlands small-group day tour from Aberdeen
Book your Loch Ness and the Highlands small-group day tour from Aberdeen and take in the stunning views of Loch Ness and the spectacuar Highlands.
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How to get there
Loch Ness
Inverness
United Kingdom
Reviews Loch Ness
“Jim onze buschauffeur en ook onze begeleider krijgt van mij alle lof. Erg grappig en met veel humor verteld hij tijdens het rijden over de geschiedenis van de prachtige omgeving. Een lange bustocht waardoor je veel kunt zien in een dag. Dat betekent wel dat je korte stops hebt en veel in de bus zit.”
“Our local guide greeted us at the meeting point and did not stop talking anymore for the rest of the day. Great stories, anecdotes and bits of folklore while touring Loch Ness. There were frequent stops - but beware that Fort Augustus and the boat ride (to be paid on the spot) are fairly touristy.”
