the Highlands festive family guide

Santa's grottos 2026 in Inverness, Moray & the Highlands

Meet Santa at grottos, farms and Santa breakfasts across Inverness, Moray & the Highlands, with dates, ages, prices and how to book — so you can plan the visit before the December weekends fill up.

  • 4 Santa's grottos across Inverness, Moray & the Highlands
  • Updated 12 September 2026

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4 Santa's grottos in the Highlands

4 Santa's grottos across 3 venues within reach of Inverness, Moray & the Highlands. The first opens on Saturday 28 November — the December weekend slots go first, so book rather than turning up.

28 Nov – 24 Dec

Santa's Elf Express

  • Strathspey Railway - Aviemore Station, Aviemore
  • Age not given
  • Indoor
Booking quickly across Inverness, Moray & the HighlandsSanta's grottos sell out early — book soon to avoid disappointment.

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Where can we meet Santa in the Highlands?

4 Santa's grottos are listed in the Highlands this season.

Which Santa's grottos in the Highlands are good for toddlers?

2 Santa's grottos in the Highlands suit toddlers aged 1 to 4.

Where can we have breakfast with Santa in the Highlands?

2 grottos offer breakfast, lunch or tea with Santa in the Highlands.

Which Santa's grottos in the Highlands welcome babies?

2 Santa's grottos in the Highlands welcome babies under one.

Where can we see Santa on Christmas Eve in the Highlands?

Christmas Eve falls on Thursday 24 December this year, and 4 Santa's grottos in the Highlands are open that day.

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