1. North Scotland
  2. The Highlands
  3. Drumnadrochit

About The Loch Ness Centre

Our unique 1-hour immersive experience allows you to become part of the legend and unearth real stories about Loch Ness along the way. Take a walk through 500 million years of history to explore the myths of the loch, delve deep below the surface of its waters to uncover hidden secrets, discover real objects and artefacts throughout the immersive journey and look into scientific research inspired by sightings of the Loch Ness Monster.

Join us on our search for answers…

A legendary story awaits...

Our unique 1-hour immersive experience allows you to become part of the legend and unearth real stories about Loch Ness along the way.

The real home of the Loch Ness story.

At the old Drumnadrochit Hotel, Aldie MacKay reported seeing a 'whale-like fish' or 'water beast' in the waters of Loch Ness. Her sighting sparked the birth of a monster media frenzy.

Deepscan Cruises

This is a one-of-a-kind, intimate experience takes up to 12 guests on a journey through the past 40 years of scientific research into the mysteries of Loch Ness.

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Facilities

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  • Onsite Parking iconOnsite Parking
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  • Baby Changing iconBaby Changing
  • Wheelchair Friendly iconWheelchair Friendly
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  • Card Payments Accepted iconCard Payments Accepted
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Opening Times

Regular Times
  • Monday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Tuesday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Wednesday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Friday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Saturday, 10:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday, 10:00 - 17:00

April to June and September to October

The Tour & Cruises | Daily from 10.00-17.00

July & August

The Tour | Daily from 9.30-17.00

The Cruise | Daily from 10.00-17.00

November to March

The Tour | Daily from 10.00-15.00

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Pricing & Tickets

General Admission
  • Child (5-15) : £15.95
  • Adult (15-18+) : £18.95

The Tour

Adult

Online £14.95

Walk-up £18.95

Anytime £17.95

Child | 5-15 years

Online £11.95

Walk-up £15.95

Flexi £14.95

The Cruise

Adult £21.00

Child (1-15 years) £18.00

Book in advance for cheapest tickets

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Contact Details

The Loch Ness Centre
Drumnadrochit
The Highlands
IV63 6AN
Scotland

Tel: 01456450573

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