• Clava Cairns - Clava Cairns is a remarkably preserved Bronze Age cemetery complex featuring passage graves, ring cairns, kerb cairns, and standing stones in a picturesque location. Known as the Prehistoric Burial Cairns of Bulnuaran of Clava, this group of three Bronze Age cairns is situated near Inverness. As a highly significant and exceptionally well-preserved prehistoric site, Clava Cairns offers a fascinating glimpse into the ancient history of Highland Scotland, dating back approximately 4,000 years. Clava Cairns is a well-preserved Bronze Age cemetery near Inverness in the Scottish Highlands.

For many years, it was overshadowed by its more renowned neighbor, Culloden Battlefield. However, this changed in 2014 with the release of the TV adaptation of Diana Gabaldon’s popular Outlander novel. Clava Cairns quickly became a must-visit destination after it was suggested that Outlander’s fictional stone circle, Craigh na Dun, was inspired by this site.

• Culloden Viaduct - This impressive red sandstone masonry viaduct is the longest of its kind in Scotland, stretching 1,800 ft. Constructed by the Highland Railway and designed by Murdoch Paterson, the Culloden Viaduct opened to rail traffic in November 1898. It remains in use today and is the largest structure on the Highland Main Line (scenic rail) between Perth and Inverness.
• Culloden Battlefield - Discover the stories of the Jacobite rebellions and the fierce Battle of Culloden during a visit to Culloden Battlefield. The events at Culloden on 16 April 1746 altered the course of British, European, and world history. A brutal conflict had reached Scotland, dividing families and pitting clan against clan.

Here, the Jacobite army made their final stand to reclaim the British thrones from the Hanoverians for a Stuart king. The Jacobites, led by Prince Charles Edward Stuart, son of the exiled James VIII, fought to restore him as king. Meanwhile, George II’s government army, led by the Duke of Cumberland, George’s son, was equally determined to prevent this.

• Cawdor Castle - A romantic fairy-tale castle that has been the residence of the Thanes of Cawdor since 1370, Cawdor has transformed into a delightful family mansion and one of the most remarkable stately homes. The dramatic medieval tower, dungeon, turrets, battlements, and more add to its charm. Cawdor Castle, with its iron yet gate, moat & drawbridge, turrets, turnpike stairs, and vaulted 16th-century kitchen, is rich in intrigue and history.

This ancient medieval tower house, built for the 3rd Thane of Cawdor, has been home to over 23 generations of the Cawdor family. Explore 12 principal rooms of this unique home, which houses collections of rare tapestries, fine art, furniture, ceramics, and sculpture spanning 3,500 years.

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Only have half a day and don’t fancy the trouble of renting a vehicle? That’s alright, just hop on and delve into the real life influences that inspired the renowned Outlander series. From the enchanting stones to the valiant Jacobites’ struggle against King George II’s forces on Culloden moor, 16th April 1746. Later on, uncover the only remaining Jacobite dwelling, Cawdor Castle, which miraculously managed to avoid ruin following Culloden.

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