Location: Inverness
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Things to do in Inverness, Scotland: The Best Gift & Specialty Shops
This compact Scottish city is perfect for exploration by foot — travelers can easily find their way from the lovely River Ness to historic Inverness Castle and St. Andrews Cathedral, and beyond to the events at Eden Court and the busy Victorian Market. It’s also an ideal base for exploring the Highlands, with the mysterious Loch Ness (and famed local resident Nessie), Culloden Battlefield and the Bronze Age Clava Cairns just a quick drive away.
Restaurants in Inverness
1. WoodWinters Wines & Whiskies
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
The complete Scottish wine merchant. International Wine Challenge Regional Merchant (Scotland) of the year 2016. We stock an extensive range of wines (from many organic/biodynamic producers, whiskies and craft gins from Scotland and elsewhere.
Reviewed By Tartan_OnaMac - Inverness, United Kingdom
My Mum received the Gin Tasting as a Christmas gift and we both really enjoyed the whole experience. The other tasters were lovely folk and everyone had a lot of fun, there was so much laugher and chatter amongst everyone in between quaffing the amazing gin! Not only did we learn about the gin and how it is made, also the history and ingredients - so many amazing facts for gin lovers! Credit to Jamie and Jack ( - the best double act!) who are so passionate about their craft and just lovely lads. I will def be back for the next event :-)
2. Harris Tweed Isle Of Harris
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Genuine Harris Tweed shop selling Harris Tweed clothing,accessories and fabric by the metre.
Reviewed By 651lynda
Was made welcome on my visit will be going again on my next trip to Inverness, next weekend lovely goods be buying some for Christmas gifts.
3. The Workshop
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5.0 based on 4 reviews
The Workshop is home to a small family team designing and making clothing and accessories using Scottish fabrics such as Tartan and Harris Tweed. They also weave their own tweed on the premises using a 100 year old foot powered loom which you can see in action when visiting the premises. A hidden gem in the heart of the Highlands where you can buy authentic Scottish products.
4. Half-A-Moon
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5.0 based on 5 reviews
Stained glass studio making unique works of art in glass since 1987 Lots of pieces in the studio ready to buy or you can commission something special Courses and classes are available for those who would like to learn this ancient craft
Reviewed By nicolemO1147VY
FIVE STARS! I had an INCREDIBLE experience at Half-A-Moon' one-day course and came away with the most beautiful stained glass piece created by me! Gail is just wonderful. She's not just an incredible artist, but an extraordinary teacher. She keeps her classes small, so she is always right there to give one-on-one when you need her. I was quite timid of the broken glass and heat. She helped me feel comfortable and safe. I'm absolutely going back... Next time with my husband... The time after that with a friend! Nicole An American Living In Scotland
5. Magpie Wool and Crafts
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Only independent yarn shop in Inverness, wool, knitting needles, patterns,buttons gifts open Wednesday through to Saturday 10.00 - 16-00
6. The Wee Fabric Shop
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
The Wee Fabric Shop is independently owned by Fiona & Marice. Opening it's doors in July 2018, bringing dressmaking fabrics to the Highlands. We have small curated collections of quality fabrics, changing with the seasons, carrying both woven and stretch. Championing Independent Pattern Companies and a growing haberdashery dept. Sewing Classes too.
7. Leakey's Second-hand Bookshop
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4.5 based on 326 reviews
Scotland's largest collection of old, rare and second-hand books and maps.
Reviewed By alexsomersaeta - London, United Kingdom
A treasure trove of Victorian and Edwardian era books, maps and prints. We spent an hour trawling through them.
8. Chisholms Highland Dress
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4.5 based on 25 reviews
Looking for some chic Scottish garb to impress your friends back home? Then look no further: this company has been making kilts, tweeds and jackets for generations.
Reviewed By 955thet
Went looking for a pair of shoes. Found most shops only sold Guillbrogues. Buy here there's a fantastic selection.shoes with buckles on now there's a thing you don't see every day. Also great selection of belt buckles. I could have spent ages in this shop. The staff were so helpful and polite.
9. The Cheese Pantry at Connage
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4.5 based on 172 reviews
You can come and buy your cheese direct from the CHEESE PANTRY, our shop at the dairy, near Ardersier. Come and see into our production room, where you may be lucky enough to see Helen and her team making cheese! CHEESEMONGER COFFEE SHOP GIFT SHOP VIEWING GALLERY The full range of Connage Organic cheeses are available, hand-cut to your requirements and wrapped in quality waxed paper. We also offer an unrivalled selection, locally, of artisan British and Continental cheeses specially selected to compliment our own range and provide a superb choice for any good cheeseboard. All products selected for our shop are chosen carefully by us for their quality and taste and we offer advice and recipe recommendations to all our customers.
Reviewed By Islandtadi - Argyll and Bute, United Kingdom
Lovely cheese selection and lovely chat with the lady in the cheese room and the owners. Nice take away coffee. Will need to come back for another visit post covid!
10. Highland House of Fraser
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 218 reviews
A family business, Highland House of Fraser is steeped in the tradition of Highland Dress. Situated on the west bank of the River Ness, we enjoy a pleasant environment which can be viewed via our webcam and boast a selection of Scotland's finest clothing, textiles and gifts. Manufacturers of Highland Dress, we have been making bespoke kilts within our premises for over 50 years, continuing the tradition of the finest hand sewn kilts. A Rental service is also available. Take the opportunity to experience The Scottish Kiltmaker Visitor Centre and see our kiltmakers at work. A warm, friendly welcome awaits you and we look forward to providing a personal service. Whatever the occasion, visit Highland House of Fraser for superior quality, choice and service.
