MacCallums Bar
MacCallums is a traditional pub on Union Street, right in the centre of Inverness, with regular live music. It sits on one of the town's main drinking corners, a few steps from the bars and cafés of Church Street, so it slots easily into an evening out after dinner.
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What to expect
This is a straightforward city-centre pub rather than a dining spot. The main draw is the live music, which runs regularly, giving visitors a chance to hear local bands and musicians in a relaxed setting. Expect a mix of locals and visitors, especially at weekends. Check the bar's Facebook page for who is playing on the night you visit, as line-ups change regularly.
The location
Union Street is a short Victorian street linking Academy Street and Church Street, a couple of minutes from Inverness railway station and the Eastgate Centre. That makes MacCallums an easy first or last stop, and the riverside and castle are only a few minutes' walk away. Its central position also makes it a convenient meeting point if you are arriving by train.
Making a night of it
Church Street has a cluster of pubs close together, including The Malt Room and Hootananny, so it is easy to move between them. For coffee or doughnuts earlier in the day, Perk is around the corner, and the Mercure is the nearest large hotel. Inverness is compact, so you can walk between most of the central pubs in a few minutes.
Highlights
- Traditional pub in central Inverness
- Regular live music
- On Union Street, near the station and Church Street
Good to know
- The bar posts its news and gig listings on Facebook rather than a website.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources: pressandjournal.co.uk