Invergordon

Invergordon is a small town on the Cromarty Firth. Although hundreds of thousands of tourists a year arrive here on cruise ships, they mainly get taken on coach trips to nearby attractions.

The town itself is not a typical tourist destination, however, it may be of interest if you are keen on naval and industrial history.

Where to visit

INVERGORDON MUSEUM

The excellent community run museum is packed with information about the area's history as a base for the Royal Navy and later its role in the oil industry, as well as many other topics of interest.

We received a friendly welcome from their volunteers and were lucky to find a craft fair on too.

CROMARTY FIRTH

Take a stroll down to the shore and you will likely see off-duty oil rigs in the firth. If you'd also like to see a cruise ship close up check out the cruise liner timetable.

Ambassador Ambience cruise ship in Invergordon

MURAL TRAIL

Another feature of the town is its outdoor art gallery in the form of the Mural Trail which starts at the train station – look out for these interesting and colourful paintings on the station walls. Unfortunately copyright prevents us from showing you pictures.

INVERGORDON LEISURE CENTRE

This facility has a main pool with water cannon spray feature, a learners' pool and a baby pool both with water features, as well as a flume, sauna, steam room and spa pool.