Inverness Castle, <em>Inverness</em>
Inverness

Inverness Castle, Inverness

About Inverness Castle

The castle is made up of red sandstone and displays a castellated style and you can see the remains of its original bastion wall. The castle today serves as the Sheriff’s Court but was originally built as a prison. 

The castle was constructed in the 11th century, and the original castle was destroyed by the Jacobites in 1746. The neo-Norman castle you see today was constructed in 1836 and was designed by architect William Burn. You can also look at the brass statue of Jacobite Flora MacDonald on the grounds in front of the castle who helped Prince Charles Edward escape from the Hanoverian forces after the Battle of Culloden. The castle today is owned by the Highland council, who helped in restoring the castle for visitor attraction.

Location: Inverness IV2 3EG, United Kingdom

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Open 7 days a week
Free entry
Monday09:00 – 20:00
Tuesday09:00 – 20:00
Wednesday09:00 – 20:00
Thursday09:00 – 20:00
Friday09:00 – 20:00
Saturday19:00 – 20:00
Sunday09:00 – 20:00
Hours are seasonal — confirm your date at checkout. Special events may extend closing time.

Inverness Castle Highlights

• Visit this iconic castle which was featured in Shakespeare's play "Macbeth"
• Explore the castle and enjoy looking at the panoramic view of the river over ness and the city.
• Enjoy a beautiful walk on the castle grounds and walk along the banks of river ness.
• You can also stroll past St. Andrew's Cathedral and the Ness islands and observe people fishing.

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