Clava Cairns Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Clava Cairns in 2026?

The Clava Cairns are free to visit. However, many travelers visit on a day trip from Inverness: Trips with Loch Ness and the Culloden Battlefield start at around US$120, with Outlander-centered tours from around US$150. You can also discover the cairns as part of a Scottish Highlands multi-day tour.

Q: Where are the Clava Cairns, and how do I get there?

The Clava Cairns are about 7 miles (11 kilometers) east of downtown Inverness. The nearest bus stop is more than 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) away, so most travelers drive themselves, join a tour, or book a taxi from the city and have the driver wait.

Q: What are the Clava Cairns’ opening hours?

The Clava Cairns are open daily year-round. During high season, it can be a smart idea to visit earlier in the day before the coach tours start arriving; at other times of year, arrive at the time that suits your schedule, but be aware the site is not lit.

Q: How long does it take to tour the Clava Cairns?

The Clava Cairns are a compact site and, while the signboards add time to the experience, most travelers explore and take all the photos they need within 30 minutes. Note that during high season this is a popular stop on Outlander-themed tours, as some believe the stones inspired the series’ Craigh Na Dun.

Q: Are the Clava Cairns accessible?

No, sadly the Clava Cairns are not really accessible. While the terrain is flat, the ground around the cairns is rocky and uneven, and the unmade paths can get muddy and sticky after rain. There are, however, dedicated wheelchair-accessible bays in the parking area.

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Lorraine (our tour guide...

Lorraine (our tour guide and driver) was amazing! Fabulous day touring Cawdor Castle, Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield, Lochness and Robertsons Farm (Hairy Coos). Lorraine was knowledgeable and entertaining!!! Highly recommend!!!!

INVERGORDON PORT Tour of Culloden, Cairns & Cawdor Castle

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We had a great time. The travel team is really good at communicating and making sure we are not missing the tour or missing the cruise ship. They are very professional and provided lots of Scotland's history and culture. I would highly recommend this.

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Mitch_B, Jun 2026

A wonderful day in the Highlands!

We had a wonderful day with Sarah! She was very knowledgeable about the history of the Highlands and the local area, and even treated us to a few special places more known to locals :) We loved learning the real history behind the Outlander locations and events + just getting to know more about Scotland and the Highlands in general — would highly recommend!

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Our tour with George was...

Our tour with George was the best! He was extremely knowledgeable about every place we visited, and his passion for his homeland shone throughout the day. Delightful day - highly recommended!

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Morgan_W, Jun 2026

Amazing guide; Great destinations!

Our guide Sarah was super knowledgeable about the history and culture of the Highlands! She grew up locally in Inverness and is a wealth of knowledge. Her storytelling about the stone formations at Clava Cairns was so engaging, and she brought us to a local castle with the most beautiful gardens that most tourists don’t know about (Cawdor Castle; way better than Inverness Castle). I would take another tour with her in a heartbeat!

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Know before you go

Clava Cairns is a must-see for history buffs.
The area around the cairns can become muddy after rain, so wear sturdy footwear.
Bring rain gear in case of a downpour, as the open-air site is exposed.
The surface around the cairns is uneven and may be difficult for wheelchair users to navigate.

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