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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
Pop-up Event
Chris Manning Live
Fri 2 Oct 2026
16:00–18:00
Join us at the Saltire Bistro from 4 pm on 2 October for a free live performance by Chris Manning as part of the Inverness Fringe Festival. Enjoy an afternoon of live music in a relaxed setting—no ticket required.
History Talk
Stories from Castle Hill: From Riots to Rebellions
Fri 9 Oct 2026
11:30–12:30
From Riots to Rebellions is the first talk in the Stories from Castle Hill series, held in the North Tower Bar. Join Lorna Steele-McGinn as she uncovers the people, places and events that have shaped Inverness and the Highlands. Tea, coffee and a scone are included.
Whisky tasting
Spirit Tasting with Guests Tomatin Distillery
Thu 22 Oct 2026
15:30–17:00
Discover the story of Tomatin Highland Whisky in the unique setting of the Experience’s West Tower. This intimate tasting showcases Tomatin Legacy, Tomatin 12-Year-Old Triple Cask and Cu Bocan Signature.
Thank you to everyone who supported us during our first few months of opening by purchasing a Highlander Pass.
Following customer feedback and a review of how locals would prefer to access discounts, we are pausing new Highlander Pass sales and renewals from 1 October. Feedback indicated that you would welcome a simpler way to access discounted admission, particularly during quieter periods of the year.
If you purchased a Highlander Pass before 1 April 2026, your pass has now been reinstated, allowing you to enjoy complimentary visits to The Inverness Castle Experience until it expires.
What's Next
highlife cardholders can enjoy a 10% discount on Experience tickets purchased from 1 October by entering HLH10 during the online checkout process.
highlife cardholders can also receive 10% off in the Saltire Bistro and Castle Shop.
To gain entry to the Experience and receive your discount in the Bistro and Shop, please present your highlife card on arrival.
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