Aviemore
Loch an Eilein at Rothiemurchus
Loch an Eilein (loch of the island) with it's 13th century island castle was voted 'UK's best picnic spot', easy
The Cairngorms has some of the most innovative, best-known visitor attractions in the whole of Scotland catering for all ages, tastes and weather…
What’s so unique and memorable about Cairngorms attractions is how they take a ‘normal’ tourist venue and add a special Highland twist. For instance, the wonderful Highland Folk Museum is no ordinary museum; it’s a completely recreated life size village, designed so sophisticatedly that it was used in the series Outlander! And Landmark Forest Adventure Park is no run-of-the-mill theme park; it puts celebrating nature and sympathetic natural aesthetic at the height of the visitor experience. The spacious, view-tastic Highland Wildlife Park, too, is like no other zoo you’ll ever see!
Have an unforgettable day out at Highland Wildlife Park, home of the Royal Zoological Society of Scotland (RZSS)! Set in the
Loch an Eilein (loch of the island) with it's 13th century island castle was voted 'UK's best picnic spot', easy
Landmark Forest Adventure Park, Scotland’s favourite adventure park, proudly holds the TripAdvisor Peoples Choice Award 2024! Ready for an adventure like
An immersive photography gallery celebrating mountain and wilderness photography from the Scottish Highlands and around the globe. Images are available for
Loch Garten is famous for being the ancestral home to the UK’s ospreys – but it’s so much more! Surrounded
Enjoy time with your family in this inspirational place. Our huge range of activities include walks, pony and quad bike
Voted best on the water facility in Scotland, Loch Insh Outdoor centre is the perfect place for family adventure. Choose to
550 metre outdoor hire gokart track, running the world famous sodikarts – in the heart of the Cairngorms! Large
We’ve taken Zip Lining to the next level! You can now enjoy a winter zip experience like no other
Kinrara Distillery is a Scottish craft gin producer set within the adventurous landscape of The Cairngorms, just outside the town
Discover Loch an Eileins Smugglers Sauna. Enjoy the rejuvenating combination of sauna heat and cold-water immersion. Located close to the shore
A free all-abilities visitor opportunity if you are planning an Event, Performance or a Visit? The Panoramic Picnic Point is
Looking for something different to do in Aviemore? Aviemore Escape Rooms offers unique and fun challenges for friends or family. We
An exciting series of adventure ball runs is located in various locations at Cairngorm Mountain. Think marble runs but much
Please note the Cairngorm mountain railway is temporarily out of service. We apologise for any inconvenience. Cairngorm Mountain remains open
Enjoy a night under the stars in the Cairngorms National Park, with a unique Wild Stargazing experience at Howe of
Welcome to Cairngorm Alpacas, our family run farm with a twist. Fun experiences for all ages. We are more than just alpacas,
Cairngorm Brewery was founded in 2001 based in Aviemore at the north end of the village. Now a 20 barrel
Fun Land based activities for anyone who doesn’t fancy getting wet! Archery lessons for budding Robin Hoods. Introductory lessons in Skiing and
Macdonald Aviemore Resort features an on-site 650 capacity Sony 4K cinema featuring all the latest releases for everyone to enjoy.
Visit Cairngorm Mountain, one of the top attractions to visit in Aviemore and the surrounding area. There’s something for all
Travel back in time on this Heritage Railway offering relaxing views of the Cairngorms vista and the meandering River Spey
Please visit our website for booking and full up-to-date information. Guided Hill Trips – Visit Britain’s only free-ranging herd of
Within the rugged and fertile lands of the Cairngorms National Park, we are lucky enough to be in the heart
Find Flow is the mountain bike guide offer at Lazy Duck, curating exhilarating days out on guided bike rides followed
High end patisseries, made with love in the Scottish Highlands! We also serve homemade quiches, sandwiches and salads along with
Aviemore Ice Rink Centrally located within the Macdonald Aviemore Resort, Aviemore Ice Rink offers plenty of fun for guests of all
TEAM 472 INVITE YOU TO BE TRANSPORTED BACK SOME 60 YEARS OR MORE! 'Mini but awesome!' was one of
17th Century Castle with an interesting history. Built in 1628 by the Earl of Mar as his Highland hunting lodge. Burned in
Mountain Tubing Park is great fun for all ages and one of our most popular things to do at Cairngorm
WALKS, WHISKY & WILDLIFE…… Walking, mountain biking, adventure playground, fishing, birdwatching, skiing – whatever the season, all the family
Blair Castle is nestled in the dramatic landscape of Highland Perthshire and has been home to 19 generations of Stewarts
Accredited local Scottish Tourist Guides Association driver/guide based in Grantown-on-Spey, the capital of Strathspey in the heart of the Cairngorms
Little Landy’s at Rothiemurchus – let the kids take the driving seat and head off on an exciting off-road
An isolated tower house in the Cairgorms that was a residence of the high-status Forbes family. After Culloden in 1746,
Within our bright and open new gift section we have specially selected items from scarves to sculptures, cards to confectionary
The Speyside Centre is a family run Visitor Centre where visitors can enjoy the following ; A Restaurant
Full estate Tour with the Laird – Experience the essence of Alvie & Dalraddy Estate with the exclusive Estate Tour,
Castle & Gardens – open until 30 September 2019.
An outdoor sauna experience: a chance to indulge in some time for relaxation in our hand built Finnish sauna.
Spot the bulwark against the Jacobites on a prominent mound visible for miles around. Ruthven Barracks were built by George
Only two walls remain of this former stronghold of Alexander Stewart, better known as the 'Wolf of Badenoch' (1342-1406).
Whether it’s for business or pleasure, our exclusive first floor lounge provides an ideal space for a wide variety of
Take a trip on the chairlift to the top and enjoy the stunning Scottish views.
Younger members of the family will love tearing around the likes of Landmark Forest Adventure Park (right) but, on the same special site, there are also plenty of slower-paced activities, like the nature trail, tree top viewpoint and butterfly enclosure.
Older kids will love tearing around the Aviemore Kart Raceway!
Attractions like museums and ski centres (which are about much more than skiing!) offer fun for all the family. Castles, too, are a great option and 3 of VisitScotlands’s 10 Great Scottish Castles to visit are based in the Cairngorms: Braemar, Balmoral & Blair Castles.
There are plenty more castles, and attractions, to boot – you’ll be truly spoiled for choice!
Visitors flock here from all around the world, for example, to sample our highly acclaimed whiskies and see where they are created. Similarly, there is a vibrant creative community which can be seen in the many galleries and craft shops here.
The Cairngorms National Park plays host to 3 out of Scotland’s 5 ski centres: Glenshee, Cairngorm Mountain and the Lecht. On snowy days, visitors love to hit the hills, whether it be by ski, snowboard or even snowshoe! But even if you’re not participating you can enjoy the view, coffee in hand, from the cosy cafes by the slopes.
Landmark Forest Adventure Park
There’s a huge selection of visitor attractions in the Cairngorms National Park, some of them award winning. The best thing to do is decide what kind of attraction you want to visit – whether it’s a castle, distillery or museum, for instance – then browse through our comprehensive lists of options.
Yes – there are plenty of attractions in the Cairngorms National Park that cater for the whole family.
For instance, Landmark Forest Adventure Park is unique in the way it genuinely has something of interest for all ages. For example, there are slides and swings for the teeny tots, more adventurous rides for the teenagers and more relaxing activities, such as the butterfly farm and nature walks, for the adults!
Similarly, the Highland Folk Museum is designed with the entire family in mind with a fantastic outdoor play area and café, as well as all the captivating recreations of an historic highland village.
Many ‘normal’ booking procedures have been changed due to Covid-19, with most attractions, even those that are free-entry, requesting that you do book in advance. Of course, other attractions do not have any kind of ticketing facility, for example nature reserves, so the best thing to do is turn up and use your common sense. If a venue looks very busy, then it’s a good idea at the moment to have a Plan B up your sleeve, just in case!
We are lucky in the Cairngorms National Park to have a huge amount of space and there is plenty of provision at attractions for parking, so this should not be a problem. Of course there are some periods, such as the school holidays, where car parks are busy and overflows, at attractions like Landmark Adventure Park, are necessary. Please note that some car parks – such as Loch an Eilein car park – charge a small fee which is put towards maintaining the environment.
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