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CairnGorm Mountain

CairnGorm Ski Area, Aviemore PH22 1RB, Scotland
44 1479 861261
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Ranked #9 of 15 attractions in Aviemore
4.0 of 5 stars 106 Reviews
Type: Ski/ Snowboard Areas, Mountains, Trams
Activities: Skiing, Hiking
Traveler Description: The area between Aveimore and Cairngorm mountain base, incorporating the forrests and lochs of Rothiemurchus and Glenmore estates is one of the most... more »
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sweeter42
Warrington, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
“Fantastic, but beware of the bus times”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 6, 2012 NEW

Visited CairnGorm to go skiing on two days. Overall a great experience - on a good day, the views are incredible! The only downside was the public transport - the buses were at awkward times and with big gaps between them. So be careful to check the times before going. Also there are two companies and the tickets are not... More

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Jillie S
Haywards Heath, United Kingdom
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4 reviews
1 helpful vote
“breathtaking”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 3, 2012

take cable car to top of hillside for breathtaking views More

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Stuart M
Ellon, United Kingdom
Senior Reviewer
7 reviews
“Train To The Top”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2012

My wife and I travelled to very near the top of Cairn Gorm on the funicular railway which was good with fantastic view from the restaurant at the top. This restaurant is pretty dear for what you get and wasn't the cleanest around the bins and tables. the train itself is also very expensive costing just under £20 for 2... More

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Jacqui13Blackpool
Blackpool
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews
1 helpful vote
“Funicular.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

Visited on the busiest day since Christmas due to previous nights snowfall. Hour long wait for funicular so passed this time, too cold! Apparently hot choc in cafe is delicious! More

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EdinburghDoug
Scotland
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews
11 helpful votes
“Brig a Doon experience in the snow and mist”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

Taking the Funicular Railway up from the base station to the top is truly magical in the clear weather before the next snow- fall. The vista over Loch Morlich and the Cairngorm Mountains is spectacular. On reaching the top there is a super museum detailing geology, geography and environmental matters from early man to the present. Up a level is... More

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JamzyW
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Senior Contributor
33 reviews
85 helpful votes
“Great Day Out - Plenty to do & See for Skiers and Non-Skiers alike!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012

I am a bit of a climber, so to head up to the Cairngorms as part of a group including children, not intent on doing much other than sight seeing seemed like a bit of a boring idea. However, the Funicular Railway, followed by soup and sandwiches, and a bit of a laugh in the snow, as well as a... More

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I H
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Top Contributor
68 reviews
3 helpful votes
“Skiing with a view”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012

With the sun shining, the fabulous snow conditions and simply stunning views from the top of the Cairngorm this was skiing in Scotland at its best More

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GlasgaeTraveller
Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 reviews
8 helpful votes
“Loved every minute of it!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012

Skiing and walking up in the Cairngorms is phenomenal and absolutely breathtaking! We decided to book a 'Full day skiing package' for £85 pp because we hadn't skied in a very long time, which included our lesson, skii gear (boots, skii's, sticks & helmet) and pass up to the top on the fanicular- Well worth the money! We had a... More

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donnalouise11
Lossiemouth, United Kingdom
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14 reviews
3 helpful votes
“stunning views”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012
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well worth the hike up the hill to see the amazing scenery, and a lovely bowl of soup & bread in the cafe! More

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baztemple
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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14 reviews
11 helpful votes
“Great snow”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 30, 2012

If weather has been nice for winter sports this place is a must. You can view live web cam for up to date snow reports or get Daily emails. Has a ski/board and clothes hire on the mountain or surrounding shops in aviemore More

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