Nice gift & souvenir shop in Inverness, Scotland. They sell a multitude of items. Took us awhile…read moreto decide which items to purchase for souvenirs for our home. We were happy with what we bought. Prices seemed fair compared to the other stores we stopped at. Granted we only went to a couple of other shops. The service provided by the staff member was friendly and helpful. The shop was clean and well organized. Because of this one time experience, I can recommend Caledonian gifts & souvenirs to tourists like myself.

Excellent range of gifts and trinkets - AND lifesaving items such as plug adaptors, for people that…read morelike to leave their originals plugged into walls in Ullapool. Yes, Morrisons carries them - when they bother to restock. And, yes, Tesco may very well have them, but they're 2/10ths of a mile further in the rain - so, who really knows if they carry them? HOWEVER Caledonian Gifts DOES have them - and so earns the praise due those that provide - THANK YOU!

I came here during a day tour to Isle of Skye. It was a lovely spot to go and tour. We had an hour…read moreto go around the castle and inside. I'd say if you want to read everything inside the castle, I would allow for around 2 hours here. It's a beautiful location with a lot of history. There is a cafe here if you need a quick pick me up as well. We came here in the morning before noon and it was not too busy, but when we left it started to get a lot busier. It may be best to go right when they open to beat the crowds.

When I was in the planning stages of my trip to the UK back in 2018, Scotland wasn't even on my…read moreradar. Consulting my bucket list, I noticed the entry for Loch Ness, and figured if I was going to visit Scotland, I should probably do so for a couple days, and see what else the country had to offer. It takes precisely .0006 seconds searching Google for "Scotland" before you find a picture of Eilean Donan castle, and it took another .0001 seconds before I had decided that I *needed* to see it in person. It couldn't be that stunningly beautiful, could it? Well, my friends, I can attest to you that it is, and it is well worth the visit, even if it is a bit of an odyssey. I flew from London to Inverness, a surprisingly short (and cheap!) flight, and rented a car from one of companies onsite. I had hoped for an automatic, but I was informed that *the* automatic I'd reserved (yes, they only had one!) hadn't been returned on time, so I was stuck with a manual. Now, I can drive a stick, but the prospect of my dumb American ass driving a *left-handed stick*, sitting on the "wrong" side of the car, and driving on the "wrong" side of the road, was a little daunting. Nevertheless, I made it work, once I remembered how to put the thing in reverse. After checking into my hotel in Inverness, I drove straight to Eilean Donan, about two hours away. It's a captivating sight from the road, and continues to improve as you draw closer. I parked, purchased my ticket, and crossed the bridge to the castle grounds. Pictures within are prohibited, so I respected their wishes, but I can attest that the interior contains a fascinating museum of Scottish and Jacobite history, a window into Highlander clan life, with a simultaneously military and warm and cozy aesthetic. You'll be transported to another time, filled with strife and struggle, flanked on all sides by pictures of long-dead soldiers, weapons and artifacts, and yet at the same time, be overcome with a strong desire to curl up next to the fireplace and absorb the history that surrounds you. It's a truly magnificent place, and the experience is not to be missed! Once you've explored the interior, the outer grounds are available for further exploration. Clambering stony stairwells, or walking the ramparts, gazing out of Loch Duich, it's easy to see why this castle was as prized for its beauty as it was for its strategic, defensible location. It may have been nearly razed to the grounds a few centuries ago, but the rebuilding and restoration of this monument was money well spent! I stopped in the cafe for a quick bite, purchased a couple souvenirs, then headed back to the car to continue on to my next tourist stop. However, on my return drive to Inverness, I passed by Eilean Donan again at sunset, and was once again compelled to stop and take dozens of pictures. The walls are illuminated at night, and are particularly photogenic in the twilight hours, with the setting sun behind it. Any photographer worth his salt will not want to miss such a picturesque opportunity. There's a good reason Eilian Donan is the most photographed castle in Scotland (maybe the UK?), but the castle is more than just a pretty face. It is rich in history, steeped in tradition, and cared for by loving hands with a strong desire to preserve the heritage of Highland culture, and this castle is one of their crowning jewels. Along with Glencoe, this is one of the absolute must-see places in all of Scotland!

Lovely garments. Good selection. Helpful staff. Prices are as expected for wool sweaters.read more

Not sure why the low scores as I found my shopping experience to be very pleasant here and the…read morestaff member who helped was a very lovely person! I wanted to take back some whiskey marmalade (and it's another story that it got impounded at the airport as was over the liquid limit) and I also found a great plough-house chutney!! Very affordable, cost around £6 and very pleased as was looking for local produce exactly like this, which the local Marks & Spencer's didn't stock. Oh, also check out the whisky flavored condom at the front checkout of the store! There was also a clotted cream fudge, but it was too big a size, so didn't purchase. Overall however, very pleased with the variety of local food that was available at this shop, and if you are looking for good quality and relatively inexpensive food items to take back as souvenirs, then definitely recommend coming & checking out this store. PS - previous reviews talk about a Highland Kilt Museum - I must have been totally oblivious as didn't see any signs for this attraction when was at this shop in March 2019. Yelp 87/ 2019

Like 99.9% of the visitors, I arrived here because of the Jacobite. I didn't actually take the…read moreJacobite itself but just the regular Scotrail, which runs the same route without the fancy decor and at a fraction of the cost. The Scotrail's schedule allowed us to photo the Jacobite going over the aquaduct, which we chose over sitting inside the train. I don't usually write reviews of souvenir shops, but make an exception for this one because the lady there was so nice. She was almost like a welcome center agent, answering our questions and trying her best to help us. Which made our short stay a lot more pleasant. Her place also has a lot of cute stuff for sale, including some stuffed toys of the highland cow, plus other delicious snacks and your usual souvenir gifts. Do stop by and check this place out!

At the Battle of Culloden approximately 1,500-2,000 Jacobite soldiers were killed or wounded in…read moreless than an hour. In contrast, government forces suffered 50 deaths. Just hearing that initial description of the place made it a very somber experience. We had a guided tour of the battlefield that provided additional information and knowledge. There were some highland cows and other cattle on the back fields. They were behind an electric fence at the time of our visit but they were a nice sight to see during this visit.

The Culloden Battlefield was run by the National Trust of Scotland which was a different membership…read morefrom the one we had with Historic Scotland. We opted to book a guided tour of the battlefield which was well worth it with the insights provided by a knowledgeable and outgoing guide. The tour walked out as far as the British Line(red flags) but we later wandered out to the Jacobite Line (blue flags) on our own. Do stay on the gravel paths as the site does contain the remains of those who died in the battle. Another tip, dress warmly for the walk outside as the weather shifted while on the tour and it got quite chilly with some rain. The museum presented both viewpoints on the battle and the two sides throughout which was interesting to see and compare. Photos of the artifacts on displays were not allowed and docents would chase you down or stop you since some items were privately owned and on loan. It was ok to take photos of drawings or placards created by the NTS. Overall a stunning defeat for the Jacobites. Next time we're in Scotland I do want to visit the Battle of Bannockburn site to compare the battle that Scotland won over England.

Standard tourist art & crafts in Strathpeffer. Handy to kill a bit of time but nothing special.read more

Brilliant shop, very friendly service and just as the name suggests it definately is an Aladdins…read moreCave. I found gifts and household items there that I could not find elsewhere. I have recommeded it to all my friends. Brilliant range of children's clothes, if you cannot manage to get to the shop they are also on-line. Keep up the good service.

While on a tour of Glencoe, our tour guide took us to Crafts & Things for lunch. What an adorable…read moreplace! Its a craft store, a gift shop, and a wonderful cafe. They have a really good selection of art and prints. I found a Bee & Thistle print I had to have, and they even put it in a mailing tube so that I can send it home and not have to carry it around with me. Their gift shop has a great selection of jewelry, souvenirs, and gifts for loved ones back home. Many things you cannot find in the bigger cities here, as they are local made. The cafe in the back has wonderful homemade food. We had soup and toasties (grilled cheese sealed in a pie iron), and the quiche of the day, which were all really good. The desserts will tempt you to take them home with you. Its definitely a nice place to stop while touring the Glencoe valley.

It gets the job done and for what/where it is it gets the job done for a solid breakfast and…read moremorning caffeine. Artwork decorates the walls and books for sale in the seating area. We've definitely been to nicer cafes while in Scotland but in this remote area beggars cannot be choosy lol!