Attractions near Ruthven Barracks
Highland Wildlife Park (5 Miles)*
For a great day out for all the family, the Highland Wildlife Park is a unique safari-style park located in a spectacular setting near Kincraig, just 7 miles south of Aviemore, within the Cairngorms National Park.
Strathspey Steam Railway (12 Miles)*
The Strathspey Railway is Scotland's "Steam Railway in The Highlands." Join us for a nostalgic trip and savour the sights, and, yes even the smell of a bygone age. Travel 3rd class or 1st.
Blair Castle (21 Miles)*
Dating from 1269 Blair Castle has been the home of the Atholl family for over 700 years. Set in the dramatic scenery of Strath Garry, it commands a strategic position on the route north, welcoming guests as Scotland's most visited private home.
Urquhart Castle (22 Miles)*
Urquhart Castle is one of the largest in Scotland, in a spectacular position with stunning views over Loch Ness.
Caledonian Canal Visitor Centre (23 Miles)*
A small but unique venue showcasing the history of the Caledonian Canal from its beginnings to its present day refurbishment.
Killiecrankie (23 Miles)*
On the 27th July 1689, the Pass of Killiecrankie echoed with the sound of battle cries and gunfire when, nearby, a Jacobite army led by 'Bonnie Dundee' defeated the government forces under General Hugh Mackay.
Grantown Museum (25 Miles)*
Grantown Museum tells the story of the people and the building of Grantown-on-Spey.
Braemar Castle (25 Miles)*
The impressive fortress of Braemar Castle was built in 1628 by the Earl of Mar on the site of an even older habitation.
Scottish Hydro Electric Visitor Centre, Dam and Fish Pass (27 Miles)*
Situated within picturesque Pitlochry Power Station, the Centre features interactive exhibits tracing the history of hydro generation in Scotland from its origins in the 1940s to its current £250m refurbishment programme.
Culloden (28 Miles)*
Culloden - the last pitched battle fought on British soil and the beginning of the end of the traditional Highland way of life.
Castle Menzies (30 Miles)*
This spectacular sixteenth century castle, restored by the Menzies Clan Society welcomes visitors. Seat of the Chiefs of Clan Menzies for over 400 years.
Balmoral Castle (31 Miles)*
In the shadow of Lochnagar mountain, lies Balmoral Castle, holiday home of the British Royal family.
Cawdor Castle (33 Miles)*
Cawdor. A magical name, romantically linked by Shakespeare with Macbeth. A superb fairy-tale Castle, and just what every visitor is looking for, here is Scottish history that you can touch and see and sense for yourself.
Clan Cameron Museum (35 Miles)*
The Clan Cameron Museum was opened by Sir Fitzroy Maclean of Dunconnell in 1989. It is in the grounds of Achnacarry, the centre of Clan Cameron Country and home of the Chief of the Clan and his family.
Fort George (35 Miles)*
Following the defeat of Bonnie Prince Charlie and his Jacobite army at Culloden, the Hanoverian King George II put up the ultimate defence against any further unrest - Fort George.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.


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