Attractions in Balavil & Things to Do in Balavil
(and nearby)

Highland Wildlife Park (2 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.
Ruthven Barracks (4 Miles)*
Ruthven Barracks is an infantry barracks erected in 1719 following the Jacobite rising of 1715, with two ranges of quarters and a stable block.
Strathspey Steam Railway (9 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.
Grantown Museum (21 Miles)*
Grantown Museum tells the story of the people and the building of Grantown-on-Spey.
Urquhart Castle (22 Miles)*
Urquhart Castle, a dramatic attraction which overlooks the water of Loch Ness, is surrounded by some of Scotland's most stunning Highland scenery
Blair Castle (22 Miles)*
Nestling like a white jewel in the dramatic Highland Perthshire landscape, Blair Castle has a fascinating history spanning seven centuries and beautiful landscaped gardens and grounds.
Braemar Castle (23 Miles)*
The impressive fortress of Braemar Castle was built in 1628 by the Earl of Mar on the site of an even older habitation.
Caledonian Canal Visitor Centre (25 Miles)*
A small but unique venue showcasing the history of the Caledonian Canal from its beginnings to its present day refurbishment.
Killiecrankie (25 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.
Culloden (26 Miles)*
Culloden - the last pitched battle fought on British soil and the beginning of the end of the traditional Highland way of life.
Scottish Hydro Electric Visitor Centre, Dam and Fish Pass (28 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.
Balmoral Castle (29 Miles)*
In the heart of Scotland lies the magnificent valley of the River Dee. Rising high in the Cairngorm Mountains and running east to its mouth at Aberdeen the river flows through some of Scotland's finest scenery.
Cawdor Castle (29 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.
Castle Menzies (32 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.
Fort George (32 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.
Nairn Museum (33 Miles)*
For over one hundred and thirty years, Nairn Museum has fascinated generations of visitors of all ages and interests.
Boath Doocot (33 Miles)*
Boath Doocot is a 17th century pigeon house or dovecote on the outskirts of the village of Auldearn in the Highland Council area.
Brodie Castle (35 Miles)*
Home to the Brodies for over 700 years, this lovely castle glows a rich warm pink in the sunshine.
Dallas Dhu Distillery (36 Miles)*
Dallas Dhu Distillery is a perfectly preserved time capsule of the distiller's art.
Falconer Museum (37 Miles)*
The museum was founded in 1871 and contains a wealth of Moray's heritage.
Clan Cameron Museum (38 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.
West Affric (38 Miles)*
The National Trust for Scotland bought this important area in 1993 to protect its wild land character, to restore its natural flora and secure one of the most popular east/west paths in the Highlands.
Hugh Miller Museum and Birthplace Cottage (39 Miles)*
Hugh Miller was one of the great Scots of the 19th century. Starting as a stonemason, he rose to world fame as a writer and pioneer of geology, as well as being a campaigning journalist and leading church reformer.
Balvenie Castle (40 Miles)*
Balvenie is a castle of enclosure, with a massive 13th century curtain wall.
Glen Grant Distillery and Garden (41 Miles)*
From the moment it was first created in 1840, the clean distinctive taste and pale gold colour of Glen Grant have set it apart from other single malt Scotch whiskies. This makes a visit to Glen Grant such a special experience.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



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