Located in Northern Scotland on the banks of the River Ness from which the city takes its name, Inverness is considered to be the capital of the Scottish Highlands. Perhaps the city’s crown jewel is Inverness Castle that watches over the old town below. As Highlanders the locals take enormous pride in their heritage, a variety of gathering occur in the city each year as a celebration of the city’s past, non so famous as the annual Highland Games where events include the tug-o-war, the hammer throw and tossing the caber. Make the most of the heavenly scenery Inverness and the Highlands have to offering by renting a car in the city and going out to explore.
A short drive away from Inverness lays Loch Ness, home to the legend of the Loch Ness Monster. The story of Nessie has had people talking for over a thousand years when Saint Columba allegedly spotted the monster in the 6th century - ever since then explorers have been trying to prove or disprove the myth. Once you’ve spotted Nessie, hire a car in Inverness and head back to the city for a relaxing walk through the beautiful botanical gardens, located just a stones throw away from the city centre. Here you’ll find a vast array of flowers as well as a coffee shop.
