Photo of Nairn Beach with bright sand surface

Photo of Nairn Beach with turquoise pure water surface

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Nairn Beach

Q: Is there any food or beverages in the area of Nairn Beach?

The bar is located right on the Nairn Beach.There are 4 restaurants nearby.Strathnairn Beach Cafe is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

Nairn, United Kingdom

#79 out of 298 in Scotland

Very good

Free entrance Amenities beach Easy access Bright sand Sand bottom Good for swimming Short walking distance

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Located within the settlement

Nairn • 0.6 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Sun Dancer, Bar and Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 90m

Cafe Strathnairn Beach Cafe

9.2 - Excellent 90m

Cafe Basil Harbour Cafe

9.2 - Excellent 160m

Coffee Shop james's

9.6 - Exceptional 170m

Bar Jackos Bar & Diner

9 - Excellent 420m

Cafe Cafe Nairn

9.2 - Excellent 510m

Meal Takeaway Salt & vinegar

9.6 - Exceptional 550m

Restaurant Chaplin’s Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 580m

Restaurant Ozzy's Fine Dining Restaurant

9.6 - Exceptional 590m

Park RSPB Culbin Sands

50m

Park River Nairn Walk

630m

Park Beech Avenue Park

800m

Park Nairn

860m

Park Memorial

910m

Park Riverside Park - Forres And Nairn Welfare FA

1km

Park Tradespark Wood

1.1km

Hiking Area Riverside Path to Cawdor

1.2km

Park Moss Side Park

1.4km

Playground Nairn Splashpad

100m

Playground Nairn Beach Playground

170m

Dog Park Unleashed

1.2km

Convenience Store Nisa Local

200m

Convenience Store Co-op Food

610m

Supermarket Sainsbury's

1.2km

Discount Store Home Bargains

1.3km

Tourist Attraction The Secret Beach

730m

Museum The Highlanders' Museum

8.8km

Tourist Attraction Macfarquhar's Bed

9.8km

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About

Nairn Beach is located on the North Sea and it is in the 19th place out of 113 beaches in the Highland region The beach is located in an urban area.

It is a long lasting coastline with crystal turquoise water and bright sand, so you don't need special shoes. The entrance to the water is very smooth. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.

Nairn Beach coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, changing rooms, showers, toilets, sea pool. .

Please note, that this shore has a significant low tide.

In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.

This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.

1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Nairn Beach, which has a rating of 8.3.

Nairn Beach is located in Highland within Nairn, which makes it not only easily accessible, but even popular among tourists. However, during the high season it is quite uncrowded, which allows you to spend a comfortable time on the coast.

The beach stretches on the sunny coast, within the boundaries of the settlement, it is not difficult to get to it. If your stay is located not far from the beach, you can reach it by walking. In this case you will not be tied to finding parking or to the schedule of public transport. If you are traveling by car just use your navigator. In any case, do not forget about the availability of public transport and taxis.

Weather

history

+14 ^o C +11 ^o C

Air temperature

7.3 M/S

Wind

+13 ^o C

Water temperature

0.9 M

Wave height

Located within the settlement

Nairn • 0.6 km

Map of beach

Restaurant Sun Dancer, Bar and Restaurant

9.2 - Excellent 90m

Cafe Strathnairn Beach Cafe

9.2 - Excellent 90m

Cafe Basil Harbour Cafe

9.2 - Excellent 160m

Coffee Shop james's

9.6 - Exceptional 170m

Bar Jackos Bar & Diner

9 - Excellent 420m

Cafe Cafe Nairn

9.2 - Excellent 510m

Meal Takeaway Salt & vinegar

9.6 - Exceptional 550m

Restaurant Chaplin’s Restaurant

8.2 - Very good 580m

Restaurant Ozzy's Fine Dining Restaurant

9.6 - Exceptional 590m

Park RSPB Culbin Sands

50m

Park River Nairn Walk

630m

Park Beech Avenue Park

800m

Park Nairn

860m

Park Memorial

910m

Park Riverside Park - Forres And Nairn Welfare FA

1km

Park Tradespark Wood

1.1km

Hiking Area Riverside Path to Cawdor

1.2km

Park Moss Side Park

1.4km

Playground Nairn Splashpad

100m

Playground Nairn Beach Playground

170m

Dog Park Unleashed

1.2km

Convenience Store Nisa Local

200m

Convenience Store Co-op Food

610m

Supermarket Sainsbury's

1.2km

Discount Store Home Bargains

1.3km

Tourist Attraction The Secret Beach

730m

Museum The Highlanders' Museum

8.8km

Tourist Attraction Macfarquhar's Bed

9.8km

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Area

Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.8 (Very good)

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Nearest Beaches

50m 1 min walk

Nairn Beach Nairn Beach

8.3 Very good

11.6km

Macfarquhar's Bed Beach Macfarquhar's Bed Beach

7.1 Good

13.4km

Chanonry Point Beach Chanonry Point Beach

8 Very good

13.8km

Rosemarkie Beach Caves Rosemarkie Beach Caves

7.2 Good

14.1km

Rosemarkie Camping Beach Rosemarkie Camping Beach

8.3 Very good

14.1km

Cromarty Beach Cromarty Beach

8.1 Very good

14.3km

Rosemarkie Beach Rosemarkie Beach

8.3 Very good

Popular beach 17.7km

Findhorn Beach Findhorn Beach

7.2 Good

Localities

Nearest

Nairn • 620m

Transport

Airport

INV • 11.7km

Bus Station

Police Station • 10km

Train Station

Nairn • 1.1km

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Travelers reviews

Average Reviews rating

8 Very good

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Average Reviews rating

8 Very good

Nolan Cressi

8 Very good

Even on a mild winter day, the therapeutic benefits of strolling along Nairn beach remain undiminished. Not only is it good for the soul, but it's also free of charge.

March 2024

Zara Kaur

10 Exceptional

The beach is stunning, I suggest checking out the Sun dancer restaurant after your stroll.

March 2024

Zara Nixie

10 Exceptional

This beach is very appealing to visit, with stunning views of mountains and the Black Isle. There is ample parking space and pleasant walking paths. There is also a spacious open field where you can relax with friends. I had a great time and highly recommend visiting if you are in Inverness, Scotland. It is easily accessible by bus from the town center, taking around 30 to 35 minutes to reach.

March 2024

Lysandra Quinn

10 Exceptional

This sandy beach, located just a short 15-minute drive east of Inverness, is a wonderful spot for a leisurely stroll along the water's edge. It's common to spot dolphins feeding and playing in the area.

March 2024

ChronoQuest

10 Exceptional

The sandy beach is beautiful, offering stunning views of the mountains and the Black Isle. It is teeming with bird and marine life, making it a perfect spot to unwind and appreciate nature.

March 2024

Questions and answers

What is the water and sand quality of the Nairn Beach?

The coastline of Nairn Beach is covered with golden sand. It's very clean, the surface has a mixed fraction. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance to the water is sandy, which makes it very comfortable.

What are the key activities at Nairn Beach?

For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Nairn Beach, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.

Is the Nairn Beach good for swimming?

The entrance to the water is very smooth, the bottom is comfortable. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.

Nairn Beach does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season. The tides are high, so sometimes you have to cross several meters to get to the water.

So the overall recommendation of the Nairn Beach for swimming is positive.

Is the Nairn Beach good for families?

Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with sand and the entrance to the water is very smooth.

Is the Nairn Beach secluded and good for relaxing?

The region of the Nairn Beach is not one of the mass tourism destinations, but is still popular with solo travelers. There are several buildings near the beach. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.

Is there any food or beverages in the area of Nairn Beach?

The bar is located right on the Nairn Beach.

There are 4 restaurants nearby.Strathnairn Beach Cafe is the closest place located 200 meters from the beach.

How far is the Nairn Beach from parking?

The Nairn Beach has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.

Are there any attractions nearby Nairn Beach?

There are 1 attractions near Nairn Beach that are popular with travelers. The nearest are The Secret Beach located in 3.8 km. See the attractions section for details.

What is the best time of the year to visit Nairn Beach?

The month with the highest temperature in Nairn Beach is August. Its average value reaches 15°C. The warmest sea is in August, the average value is 15°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 7°C and water 8°C. See more details in weather section.

Is the beach good for sunbathing?

Nairn Beach (Highland) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.Nairn Beach (Highland) is a place for true nature lovers, but if you like sunbathing on the beach, then this location is not the best option. There are no sunbeds and umbrellas, and even there is no natural shade to hide you from the scorching sun. From positives, the presence of sand, on which you can sit comfortably. But do not forget sunscreen for this place, such a recommendation is relevant. Photos of the beach you can see above. All photos are taken by our visitors personally.