Do you need a car in Loch Ness?


Do you need a car in Loch Ness? Inverness and Loch Ness' main visitor attractions can be easily reached by public transport. One great way to get around is the City Sightseeing bus.


How long is the swim at Loch Ness?

Loch Ness is just over 22 miles long, and it takes seasoned swimmers more than 18 hours to swim its length.


Is it possible to walk around Loch Ness?

Walking the Loch Ness 360° Trail This route is 80 miles (129.5 km) long, and we recommend walking it over six days – one section per day. Or, if you're looking for a shorter walk, take any of the six sections and follow that part of the trail. Each part of the walk has its own unique things to see and enjoy.


How do you spend a day in Loch Ness?

There are so many options for things to see and do, here are some of our favourites.
  1. Firstly, we suggest driving around Loch Ness in an anti-clockwise direction. ...
  2. Falls of Foyers. ...
  3. Dores. ...
  4. Inverness. ...
  5. Drumnadrochit. ...
  6. Urquart Castle. ...
  7. Invermoriston Falls. ...
  8. Fort Augustus.


How long is the walk around Loch Ness?

Walking the Loch Ness 360° Trail This route is 80 miles (129.5 km) long, and we recommend walking it over six days – one section per day. Or, if you're looking for a shorter walk, take any of the six sections and follow that part of the trail.


Why do tourists visit Loch Ness?

''Loch Ness is one of those rare destinations that engages everyone, from children enchanted with Nessie, to adults interested in photography, hiking and more. It combines Jacobite history, stunning scenery and the possibility of a monster sighting, ensuring it's a perfect destination all year round, for all ages. ''


Can you visit Loch Ness for free?

The best free attraction in the neck of the woods also happens to be the main attraction. It doesn't cost anything to take in the splendour of Loch Ness and have a walk along its shores.


Can you get around the Scottish Highlands without a car?

The train is an easy option for travel between major towns and cities. Scotland's extensive train network covers all major cities and towns, but the railway map has large, blank areas in the Highlands and the Southern Uplands where you'll need to switch to road transport – in many cases, traveling by local bus.


What is the best way to see Loch Ness?

If you prefer to see the “quiet” side of Loch Ness, head down the South Side of Loch Ness on the B852 towards Dores and Foyers, where you will find lovely walks, quiet picnic spots and amazing viewpoints! Not to mention, the South Loch Ness Trail, which is the perfect way to explore the area.