Cairngorm Mountain Resort
Aviemore, The Highlands
About Cairngorm Mountain Resort
Cairngorm Mountain is a year-round outdoor visitor attraction. Experience exhilarating slides in our tubing park, go mountain biking, take a guided walk, visit the mountain garden with the highest phone box in the UK or visit over winter when the resort turns into Scotland's leading snowsports destination.
Food & Drink Visit the Cairngorm Cafe with panoramic views from the balcony down to Loch Morlich or cosy up inside in front of the log fire. Pop in the shop for a great selection of outdoor clothing, souvenirs and locally produced products and pick up the family quiz for the wild garden.
Open year-round except Christmas day!
Experience Scotland's favourite mountain destination
Enjoy a breath-taking trip at Cairngorm Mountain with a range of outdoor activities, wild mountain garden, cafe, shop and viewpoints all over 600 metres above sea level.
Activities for all the family
Enjoy the thrill of mountain tubing suitable for little ones through to adults. Experience our mountain biking trails with conveyor uplift to effortlessly take children and beginners to the top of the lower trails. Bike hire is also available on site with bikes from balance bikes for small children through to adult and e-bikes.
Family friendly cafe in the sky
Enjoy a bite to eat with mountain views from our family and dog friendly Cairngorm Cafe. Cosy up inside in front of the log fire or dine outside on the elevated terrace taking in the views. Our menu includes children's favourites and choices for all ages.
Facilities
Toilets
Free Wifi
Gift Shop
Onsite Parking
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Dog Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 09:30 - 16:30
- Tuesday, 09:30 - 16:30
- Wednesday, 09:30 - 16:30
- Thursday, 09:30 - 16:30
- Friday, 09:30 - 16:30
- Saturday, 09:30 - 16:30
- Sunday, 09:30 - 16:30
Open 7 days from 9:30am - 4:30PM. Our opening hours vary seasonally so please check our website ahead of travelling. Closed on Christmas Day.
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (4-17) : £5.00
Mountain Tubing £15.00 per person (£5.00 for small slide only).
Mountain Biking
From £16.00 per adult and from £7.50 per child.
Mountain Garden
Free entry. Pick up a quiz from the Mountain Shop and receive a prize for a £1 cost.
Guided Walks From £20.00 per person. Children welcome.
Motorhome Site
Park overnight stay from £20.00 per motorhome.Parking on the main site is from £3.00.
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
Children's meals including pasta and pizza. Light bites include soup and sandwiches plus a wide selection of other dishes.
FAQs
Parking
Toilets
Family Friendly Options
Food & Drink
Accessibility Information
Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Transport Information
A regular bus - the Aviemore Adventurer runs between Aviemore and our front door.
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