Family activities
Retreat to the highlands for your family break in Scotland.
Keep the kids active with outdoor walks along the peaceful River Ness, discover the Old Town within the city centre, or visit the stunning historical castles to learn about Inverness’ unique history.
Find a family-friendly activity!
Explore The Loch Ness
Loch Ness is based just outside of Inverness, 30-minute drive from the Mercure Hotel.
The Jacobite cruises include multiple different tours around Loch Ness and the ins and outs of the Loch. You will also get castle views from Urquhart Castle. You will hear about the colourful history of the Loch and not forgetting some stories about the world’s shyest Monster, Nessie.
Prices range from £28 Per person & £21 for children ages between 5 – 15 Years old
Culloden Battlefield
Browse the award-winning shop for unique exclusive gifts, including jewellery crafted from the flowers of the battlefield, books, food and Culloden whisky. Enjoy panoramic views from the roof garden, see the restored 18th-century Leanach Cottage and spot Highland cows grazing on the battlefield.
Adult £16.00
Concession £14.50
Child £11.50
Family £42.00
One adult family £35.00
Fort George
Join the Rangers for a walk around one of the oldest stone circles and the nearby Neolithic settlement of Barnhouse.
Find out about the close connection of both these sites and their part in the story of Neolithic life in Orkney and beyond.
These walks are dog-friendly. Please keep your dog on a lead throughout.
Adults – £10
Children – £6.00