Title: Visit Highland: Best of Highland Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Highland Hotels](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Highland.d6051150.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Highland](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Highland.d6051150.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Highland Flights](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Highland.d6051150.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Highland](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Highland.d6051150.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Highland Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Highland.d6051150.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Highland Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Highland.d6051150.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Highland ## Scotland ![Fort William showing mountains and a lake or waterhole](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138245-Fort-William.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Urquhart Castle showing a lake or waterhole and building ruins](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138239-Inverness.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Loch Morlich which includes a river or creek and a pebble beach](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149234-Aviemore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Loch Morlich showing forests and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/149000/149241-Aviemore.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Inverness showing a river or creek and a coastal town](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/138000/138219-Inverness.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### This romantic, mysterious and wild region is home to some of Scotland’s most iconic sites and astonishing natural scenery. The Scottish Highlands are where you’ll find the evocative landscapes, rugged peaks and secluded lochs that lure most visitors to Scotland. The region’s quickly changing weather imparts a magical ambiance to its tranquil beaches and isolated glens, with the scenery often shrouded in mists and shadows. Head to the Highlands for hiking, fishing and wildlife-viewing amid some of Britain’s most remote and beautiful landscapes. The region’s only major city, Inverness, is an ideal base for exploring the Highlands. This pleasant city is one of the oldest inhabited sites in Scotland. Go for a walk along the attractive River Ness or visit iconic Loch Ness which stretches for 23 miles (37 kilometers) between Inverness and Fort Augustus.  Overlooking Loch Ness, you’ll find historic Urquhart Castle, a popular lookout point for visitors hoping to catch a glimpse of the legendary Loch Ness Monster. One of Scotland’s largest castles, this strategically positioned fortification has an interesting military history. Check out the impressive collection of medieval artifacts in its visitor center.  Don’t miss the Highland Wildlife Park, a habitat for rare Scottish wildlife, including European bison and golden eagles. You can drive through this 200-acre (81-hectare) safari park in your own vehicle or take a free tour with the park’s staff. Try to time your visit to coincide with the animals’ daily feeding times, when there will be excellent opportunities to spot snow monkeys, Amur tigers and red pandas, among other indigenous wildlife.  Nicknamed the “Outdoor Capital of the U.K.,” Fort William is a wonderful starting point for exploring Scotland’s highest mountain, Ben Nevis. Fish on quiet lochs, take on challenging whitewater rapids and enjoy serene countryside walks. Fort William also offers some superb mountain biking trails, as well as downhill ski slopes.  The Scottish Highlands can be reached by flying into Inverness Airport, which is connected to most major cities across the United Kingdom in addition to a few in continental Europe. From there, the Highlands are easily explored by car. 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