Historic site
Clava cairns of Aviemore
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The Clava Cairns of Aviemore, also known as the Balnuaran of Clava, are a well-preserved group of Bronze Age burial monuments dating back around 4,000 years. The site features three circular cairns surrounded by standing stones, with a central chamber accessible via a passage. Unlike the more famous Clava Cairns near Inverness, this lesser-known set offers a quieter, more intimate experience. Visitors can walk among the stones, ponder their astronomical alignments, and enjoy views of the surrounding Cairngorm mountains. The site is open year-round and free to visit, with informative panels explaining its history.
Don't miss
- Explore the three passage graves, each with a central chamber and stone circle
- Notice the cup marks and carvings on some of the standing stones
- Enjoy panoramic views of the Cairngorms from this elevated site
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Clava cairns of Aviemore
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inGlasgow: Lochs and Castles of the West Highlands5★ · 26 travelers~12 hoursFree cancellationFrom$41 per personSee dates →
Best full dayGalway to Cliffs of Moher, Aillwee Cave & Dunguaire Castle Tour4.9★ · 3,435 travelers~8 hoursFree cancellationFrom$75 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleloch Ness, Clava Cairns, Culloden, COO,S, DRAMS & Outlander sites5★ · 41 travelers~7 hoursFree cancellationFrom$170 per personSee dates →More attractions in Aviemore