The Gruffalo's Child

You'll find yourself in a space dedicated entirely to Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's beloved characters, which is a proper treat if you've got young readers at home. The Gruffalo's Child gallery brings those distinctive illustrations to life with displays, interactive elements, and the sort of detail that makes kids actually stop and look rather than just rush through.

It's the kind of place that works best for families with children aged roughly three to eight - old enough to recognise the characters, young enough to still be genuinely excited by them. Adults without small ones might find an hour enough; with kids, you could stretch it to ninety minutes if they get stuck into any hands-on bits. The proximity to Inverness means it slots easily into a Highland break without requiring a massive detour.

Based near Inverness, this suits a caravan holiday nicely. Ardtower Caravan Park sits just 1.2 miles away if you're after a base with perfect five-star ratings, whilst Go Glamping at Loch Ness (5.6 miles) offers something a touch more upmarket. Either location gives you easy access to this and plenty of other Scottish Highlands attractions without the faff of relocating your pitch.

Worth a visit if picture books are your thing. If your kids have grown beyond Donaldson entirely, it might feel a bit narrow for a full morning out, but combined with other Inverness attractions it's a solid half-day plan.