Scotland Outlander Tour
Description
Imposing castles, grand palaces, mythical mansions... Discover a new side of Scotland by exploring the filming locations of the legendary TV series Outlander on this tour from Edinburgh.
Tour Details
We'll meet at 60 High Street and get ready for a day exploring the filming locations of the famous series Outlander. Leave the city behind and head deep into the Scottish countryside, embracing the scenery that inspired the historical time travel TV show.
The first stop on the tour will be Midhope Castle, where you'll stop to take photos of the site known as "Lallybroch Castle" in the series.
Our next stop will be outside the medieval Doune Castle. Fans might recognize it as "Castle Leoch" from Outlander, the residence of the Mackenzie clan. But this was not the only production made here. This building also appears in Game of Thrones and Monty Python!
Next, we'll head to the Kingdom of Fife, an area of great historical importance and home to Scotland's former monarchs. We'll stop for lunch in the Royal Burgh of Culross, the fictional village of Cranesmuir, where Claire is accused of witchcraft. This charming village is the best example of typical Scottish 17th and 18th-century architecture.
With our batteries recharged, we'll continue the tour to the town of Falkland. In Outlander, the town represents the Inverness of the 1940s, as it has more than 28 buildings from this era.
Ready for the last stop? Next, we'll head to Blackness Castle, renamed Fort William in the series. Then, after a full day of Outlander filming locations, we'll return to Edinburgh and drop you off at the Edinburgh bus station.
How It Works?
This tour provides a full-day exploration of notable filming locations from Outlander. You'll start at the meeting point specified and travel through the scenic Scottish countryside. Each location has engaging historical significance apart from its connection to the series, making it a comprehensive experience for fans and history enthusiasts alike.
Included
- Visit to Midhope Castle (time permitting)
- Visit to Doune Castle (subject to opening)
- Lunch stop in Culross
- Visit to Falkland
- Visit to Blackness Castle
- Transportation throughout the tour
Not Included
- Lunch cost
- Entrance fees (if applicable during adjustments)
Meeting Point
The tour begins at 60 High Street, Edinburgh.
Temporary Closures
Please note that when Midhope Castle is closed, we'll visit Linlithgow Palace from the outside, which was also used in Outlander, and the rest of the tour will remain the same. If Doune Castle is closed, we'll add a visit to Callendar House, which was used as the Duke of Sandringham’s residence, Bellhurst Manor, in the series.
Midhope Castle will be closed on the following dates:
- May 2026: Friday 29th, Saturday 30th, Sunday 31st
- June 2026: Saturday 6th, Sunday 7th
- August 2026: Friday 14th, Saturday 15th, Sunday 16th
- September 2026: Friday 11th, Saturday 12th, Sunday 13th
- December 2026: Thursday 24th – Thursday 31st
What's included
- English–speaking guide
- Transport by coach with WiFi
What's not included
- Admission tickets for Midhope and Doune Castles
- Lunch
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Important information
Meet us at the Highlander Explorer Tours office, located at 60 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1TB. The local tour company will contact you by email to confirm the departure time.
We recommend that you wear comfortable shoes and a waterproof jacket.
The day before departure, you will receive an email from info@highlandexplorertours.com. This email will include a link to download various audio narrations and descriptions of the route to your cell phone. We recommend downloading these files before heading to the meeting point. Please also bring your own headphones. If you encounter any issues with the audio during the tour, let the driver know.
Important Info
- We recommend one reasonably sized suitcase or piece of luggage and one small piece of hand luggage per person, up to a maximum weight of 15kg (33 lbs). The maximum size is 67 cm x 45 cm (26 in x 17 in).
- Please keep in mind that if you arrive late, the bus won't wait and you won't be able to receive any kind of refund.
- Return times are approximate and depend on road and weather conditions. We recommend that you don't plan any other journeys until at least 3 hours after the stated return time.
Temporary Closures
Please note that when Midhope Castle is closed, we'll visit Linlithgow Palace from the outside, which was also used in Outlander, and the rest of the tour will remain the same. If Doune Castle is closed, we'll add a visit to Callendar House, which was used as the Duke of Sandringham’s residence, Bellhurst Manor, in the series.
Midhope Castle will be closed on the following dates:
- May 2026: Friday 29th, Saturday 30th, Sunday 31st
- June 2026: Saturday 6th, Sunday 7th
- August 2026: Friday 14th, Saturday 15th, Sunday 16th
- September 2026: Friday 11th, Saturday 12th, Sunday 13th
- December 2026: Thursday 24th – Thursday 31st
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