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Rose window at The Inverness Castle Experience

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Ceannaich Tiogaidean

Book your tickets and discover everything this must-see landmark has to offer — from indulgent afternoon tea to a self-guided tour through our contemporary experience that brings the stories of the Highlands to life.

The Castle Experience has four parking spaces available for Blue Badge Holders, available by pre-booking only.

Experience Tickets

Prices start from
Day rate: £16
Online rate: £14

What's Included:

  • South Tower Experience
  • Runrig Exhibit
  • Tapestries of the Highlands and Islands
  • Audio Guide

Afternoon Tea Reservations

Prices start from
Afternoon Tea (with cocktail/mocktail): £40
Afternoon Tea (without cocktail/mocktail) £34.50

What's Included:

  • A savoury and sweet course
  • Teas and coffees

Discover What's On This Summer

  • Ruairidh Gollan
    Free

    Pop-up Event

    Live Music Hour in the Saltire Bistro

    Fri 11 Sep 2026

    16:15–17:00

    Airson tòiseach Fèis Bhlas a’ chòmharrachadh, cluinnear ceòl traidiseanta bhon an dithis thàlantach seo ann Caisteal Inbhir Nis. Enjoy live traditional music in the Castle's Saltire Bistro with Ruairidh Gollan. Relax with a drink or a bite to eat while enjoying late-afternoon music. Free entry.

    Saltire Bistro, The Inverness Castle Experience
  • Maighread Stewart singing
    Ticketed

    Pop-up Event

    Còmhraidhean aig a' Chaisteal - Castle Conversations - Margaret Stewart

    Fri 11 Sep 2026

    17:00

    Bidh Ingrid NicEanraig a' cur fàilte air aoighean sònraichte airson uair a thìde de cheòl, òrain agus còmhradh anns an t-sreath ùr seo aig Blas 2026. Join Ingrid Henderson for an hour of music, song and conversation in this special new series at Blas 2026.

    North Tower Bar, The Inverness Castle Experience
  • The band Sian
    Ticketed

    Pop-up Event

    Còmhraidhean aig a Chaisteal - Castle Conversations - Sian

    Sat 12 Sep 2026

    14:00

    Bidh Ingrid NicEanraig a' cur fàilte air aoighean sònraichte airson uair a thìde de cheòl, òrain agus còmhradh anns an t-sreath ùr seo aig Blas 2026. Join Ingrid Henderson for an hour of music, song and conversation in this special new series at Blas 2026.

    North Tower Bar, The Inverness Castle Experience

On 1 April, the Highlander Pass was been taken off sale for the spring and summer period. If you bought your pass before this date, you can still enjoy 10% off in the Saltire Bistro and Castle Shop.

Your pass remains valid for one year from the date you purchased it and can be used again to book Castle Experience tickets from 1 October.