Dores Beach Tours

Photo by Erin Whitelaw
Photo by Erin Whitelaw
Photo by Anna Richards
Photo by Anna Richards
Photo by Anna Richards
Photo by Anna Richards
Photo "Dores Beach" by Ian Short (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Ian Short (CC BY-SA)
Photo "Dores Beach" by Anne Burgess (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Anne Burgess (CC BY-SA)
Feel the wind in your hair, the water swirling around your feet and the salt in the air at Dores Beach. Stick around for sunset to top off the perfect day out.

This Inverness stretch of coastline is an interesting place to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's loads to see in the area, like Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness 2000 Exhibition Centre, and Lochaber Geopark. Wander around at your leisure at Dores Beach before hitting up these other fine attractions.

Plan a trip to see Dores Beach

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Dornoch Station

Dornoch Station

5 out of 5
Price was $1,109, price is now $948 per person
$948
per person
Jan 2 - Jan 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Inverness (INV)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (60 reviews)
Wonderful hotel overlooking the first fairway of Royal Dornoch. Lovely setting, friendly staff.

Reviewed on Oct 1, 2025

The Cluanie Inn

The Cluanie Inn

3 out of 5
Price was $1,520, price is now $1,198 per person
$1,198
per person
Jan 2 - Jan 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Inverness (INV)
8.8/10 Excellent! (149 reviews)
Picturesque location, spacious two bedroom family room, clean amenities, delicious dinner options

Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025

Hootananny

Hootananny

3 out of 5
Inverness City Centre
Price was $1,180, price is now $1,051 per person
$1,051
per person
Jan 2 - Jan 5
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Inverness (INV)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (20 reviews)
Great location great updated room

Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025

Popular places to visit

Urquhart Castle featuring tranquil scenes, heritage elements and a ruin

Urquhart Castle

4.5/5(186 reviews)

Visit one of the most scenic heritage attractions in Scotland, a set of majestic ruins on the banks of the glittering waters of Loch Ness.

Urquhart Castle
We all live in a yellow submarine.

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition

4.5/5(73 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition in Drumnadrochit. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Loch Ness Centre & Exhibition
Running on the Ness Islands is one of my favorite parts of visiting Inverness. #lifeatexpedia

Ness Islands

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Inverness when you take a trip to Ness Islands. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront, or seek out the local tours.

Ness Islands
Eden Court Theatre featuring a river or creek and modern architecture

Eden Court Theatre

4/5(7 reviews)

See a performance, watch a movie or take a creative class at this important cultural venue.

Eden Court Theatre
Inverness Cathedral showing heritage elements, night scenes and heritage architecture

Inverness Cathedral

4.5/5(81 reviews)

Discover the intriguing art and artifacts housed inside this controversial cathedral in the city center.

Inverness Cathedral
Canal Road

Muirtown Canal Locks

You can learn about the history of Inverness with a visit to Muirtown Canal Locks. Discover the top-notch restaurants in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.

Muirtown Canal Locks

Best Lodging Options Near Dores Beach

Fern View House overlooking Loch Ness

Fern View House overlooking Loch Ness

Inverness
Fern View House overlooking Loch Ness
Loch Ness Clansman Hotel

Loch Ness Clansman Hotel

3 out of 5
Brackla, Loch Ness-side, Inverness, Scotland
Loch Ness Clansman Hotel
Mor Carraig - Stunning Views Of Loch Ness - Perfect For Families And Couples

Mor Carraig - Stunning Views Of Loch Ness - Perfect For Families And Couples

Abriachan
Mor Carraig - Stunning Views Of Loch Ness - Perfect For Families And Couples
Loch Ness Lodge

Loch Ness Lodge

5 out of 5
Brachla, Inverness, Scotland
Loch Ness Lodge
Loch Ness Cottages

Loch Ness Cottages

3.5 out of 5
Brachla, Loch Ness-side, Inverness, Scotland
Loch Ness Cottages
Waterfront gem with hot tub by Loch Ness -Middleton Farmhouse

Waterfront gem with hot tub by Loch Ness -Middleton Farmhouse

Inverness
Waterfront gem with hot tub by Loch Ness -Middleton Farmhouse
Loch Ness Country House Hotel

Loch Ness Country House Hotel

4 out of 5
Loch Ness Road, Inverness, Scotland
Loch Ness Country House Hotel
Waterfront Farmhouse with Hot Tub on the Caledonian Canal by Loch Ness - Dunaincroy Farmhouse

Waterfront Farmhouse with Hot Tub on the Caledonian Canal by Loch Ness - Dunaincroy Farmhouse

Inverness
Waterfront Farmhouse with Hot Tub on the Caledonian Canal by Loch Ness - Dunaincroy Farmhouse
Luxury Highland Getaway with hot tub by Loch Ness on the Great Glen way - Glen View

Luxury Highland Getaway with hot tub by Loch Ness on the Great Glen way - Glen View

Inverness
Luxury Highland Getaway with hot tub by Loch Ness on the Great Glen way - Glen View
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