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Wick
Wick was once the herring capital of Europe, and its dramatic harbour and historic old town reflect that proud past. The Wick Heritage Museum is one of the finest community museums in Scotland, and the ruined castle at Girnigoe is spectacular.
Highlights
- ✦Wick Heritage Museum (superb)
- ✦Castle Girnigoe & Sinclair ruins
- ✦Wick Harbour & old town
- ✦Caithness Glass Visitor Centre
- ✦Noss Head Lighthouse
Getting There
On the A9, with train links to Inverness.
Upcoming Events
All events →Wick Jazz Festival
8–10 August 2026
Wick, Caithness
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Caithness International Science Festival
6–14 September 2026
Wick & Thurso, Caithness
Accommodation
Mackays Hotel, B&Bs, and self-catering. Wick is a practical overnight stop.
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- Region
- Caithness
- Coordinates
- 58.440°N, 3.088°W
- Top highlight
- Wick Heritage Museum (superb)