Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre - Inverness

Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre

Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre is a must-visit historical site located in Inverness, Scotland. This National Trust for Scotland site offers a comprehensive look at the 1745 Jacobite rising and the Battle of Culloden, the last pitched battle on British soil. The visitor centre features a museum, interactive exhibits, and a walk through the battlefield where the tragic clash took place.

Specialties: The visitor centre offers a variety of experiences for visitors, including:

• Onsite services
• Wheelchair accessible entrance
• Wheelchair accessible parking lot
• Good for kids

Location: Culloden Battlefield (National Trust for Scotland), Inverness IV2 5EU, United Kingdom

Opening Times: The site is open daily from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM, with extended hours during the summer months.

Reviews and Ratings: With 982 reviews on Google My Business, Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre boasts an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Visitors praise the well-conceived museum, engaging guided tours, and the emotional impact of walking the hallowed battlefield grounds. One reviewer notes, 'This tour, museum, and memorial are not to be missed,' while another highlights the 'wonderfully conceived' museum that allows visitors to explore the events leading up to the conflict from both Government and rebel perspectives. The guided tour of the battlefield, approximately 45 minutes long, adds to the immersive experience.

Overall, Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre offers a powerful and moving exploration of a pivotal moment in Scottish history. Whether you are a seasoned history buff, an Outlander fan, or simply a curious traveler, this site provides a thought-provoking and emotional journey through the Battle of Culloden and its aftermath.

👍 Reviews of Culloden Battlefield and Visitor Centre

caitlin S.

5/5

This tour, museum and memorial is not to be missed, whether you’re a longtime Scottish history buff, an Outlander fan or just a garden variety tourist. This is the final resting place of ~1,500 Jacobite and 50 Government soldiers who fought and died here in 1746. The museum is wonderfully conceived and executed, you can explore the government or rebel view of the events leading up to the conflict throughout the museum, and then walk the lines of each. The guided tour of the battlefield is about 45 minutes. Regardless of whose “side” you are on, it all feels tragic and sad.

Heather B.

5/5

Absolutely Amazing!! The museum is nicely set up to take a visitor from start to finish in the battle. They also have a really cool digital live action map of the battle in play. The battle field itself is nicely maintained and the staff is super helpful.

Nicolas M.

5/5

Not an outlander fan, I just went because I like history. Our guide (Iona) was superb, they knew a whole lot about the place and waited for me and my elderly mother in each part of the tour. The museum is gorgeous if you're into antiques, and there were explanations on the warfare methods of the armies and the implications they had. It is worth well over twice the price they charge: I'd recommend seizing up the opportunity. When my mother felt she couldn't walk anymore (the path isn't particularly difficult but it is obviously uneven) the staff gave us a wheelchair and we managed to visit the whole place. They even had ramps to get her to the roof to take pictures and look at the battlefield and some coos! Don't miss this if you're in Inverness.

Michelle S.

5/5

Culloden is an incredible experience. I paid for the visitor's center but walked the field alone. The center is set up extremely well and really lays out the background leading up to the battle. The 360 room is a must, however it is intense so younger visitors may want to skip. There is a peaceful eerie feeling out in the field that is simply indescribable. I needed a taxi back to Inverness and the desk was able to arrange one for me.

Keane W.

5/5

Came here around 10 am and wow, was it an experience. I did not go for the guided tour - but I could tell that the guide was very informative and even answered questions by curious tourists as I walked by on the field. This place offers a great wealth of information about the Jacobite uprising into power and the Battle of Culloden. There are also exhibits that are very engaging that I didn’t check out as I did not have the time but you definitely should check it out if you intend to spend quite a time here!

Levy M.

5/5

To be honest, the first time I heard about the last Jacobite battle was when I watched Outlander. I got so fascinated about it that I've been searching what happened in Culloden since then.
It's crazy to imagine yourself there, at the moor, tired and starving but still faithfull that your cause is worth it.
I really enjoyed the Visitor centre, but visiting the battlefield was intense. It's so silent...
It totally worth the visit.

Abigail T.

4/5

The moor itself is disquieting when you know the history. It was very windy when we went.
Disappointed that they do not allow motorhomes in the car park. We were lucky could fit in parking outside gate. Their loss, we had planned to go to centre and have lunch there but refuse to spend our tourist dollars at sites that refuse day parking to motorhomes

Polina K.

5/5

It’s a must see. I recommend taking your time and actually walking through the whole field, seeing the different clans memorial plaques, taking in this tragic historic place.