High Street, Inverness

High Street, Inverness

High Street is the main shopping street in Inverness. High Street stretches east to west from Eastgate to Broad Street. This street is open to foot-traffic in order to provide shoppers with a safe, carefree experience.

High Street is comprised mostly of local, Scottish boutiques with a few larger retailers like Top Shop, Lush and WH Smith that are located here. Smaller boutiques sell items that are perfect as souvenirs. Card shops, clothing, shoes and jewelry are just some of the items a shopper will find along High Street.

There are also a number of places to eat on High Street. Try traditional Scottish food or look for fast food chains that provide a sense of home.

There are many interesting places to visit near High Street. Some of these include the Culloden Battlefield, the Caledonian Canal, Cawdor Castle and Clava Cairns. A large mall, Eastgate Shopping Centre, is only steps away from High Street. The mall provides even more shopping and dining options.

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High Street on Map

Sight Name: High Street
Sight Location: Inverness, Scotland (See walking tours in Inverness)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Walking Tours in Inverness, Scotland

Create Your Own Walk in Inverness

Create Your Own Walk in Inverness

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Inverness Introduction Walking Tour

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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.3 Km or 1.4 Miles
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Travel Distance: 2.0 Km or 1.2 Miles