Things to do in Scottish Castles
With thick walls of stone and tall tower turrets, the castles of Scotland have guarded the Highlands for centuries. Many were built for defense, helping kings and dukes establish their rule over the land, while others were lavish country homes, built more for style than practical defense. Several castles have seen bloody battles and turned the tides in epic wars. They have become a steadfast part of Scottish history and are something you can’t miss!
Edinburgh Castle is one of the most famous, looming over the city on a mighty hilltop. Fans of the TV series Game of Thrones will recognize Doune Castle and watchers of Downton Abbey will have seen Inveraray Castle in a Christmas Episode. Stirling Castle is another important castle to visit, large and impressive in one of the most strategic points in the country.
You can find tours and tickets to some of Scotland’s best castles here.
Our recommendations in Scottish Castles
Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and The Kelpies day trip from Edinburgh
Buy your tour tickets and explore the bonny banks of Loch Lomond, admire the beauty of the Trossachs and delve into history in Stirling.
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Loch Lomond, the Highlands and Stirling Castle day trip
Get tickets for Loch Lomond, the Highlands and Stirling Castle bus tour. Spend an amazing time in Scotland on this day trip from Edinburgh.
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Loch Lomond, Kelpies and Stirling Castle small-group day tour
Book your tour of the Kelpies and Loch Lomond now! Visit the medieval Stirling castle and stunning Trossachs national park along with the Kelpies.
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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and whisky tour
Book this Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and whisky tour to get to know Scotland with three simple ingredients: castles, lochs and whisky.
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Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and The Kelpies day trip from Edinburgh
Buy your tour tickets and explore the bonny banks of Loch Lomond, admire the beauty of the Trossachs and delve into history in Stirling.
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Loch Lomond, the Highlands and Stirling Castle day trip
Get tickets for Loch Lomond, the Highlands and Stirling Castle bus tour. Spend an amazing time in Scotland on this day trip from Edinburgh.
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Loch Lomond, Kelpies and Stirling Castle small-group day tour
Book your tour of the Kelpies and Loch Lomond now! Visit the medieval Stirling castle and stunning Trossachs national park along with the Kelpies.
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Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and whisky tour
Book this Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and whisky tour to get to know Scotland with three simple ingredients: castles, lochs and whisky.
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Oban, Glencoe, Highlands Lochs and Castles small group day tour
Book your tour of Oban, Glencoe, West Highland lochs and castles. Discover the beauty of the highland lochs, castles and mountains of Scotland
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Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle tour from Inverness
Book your tickets for this Isle of Skye and Eilean Donan Castle tour and enjoy some of the most beautiful sights in the north of Scoland.
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Skye and Eilean Donan Castle full day tour from Inverness
Discover the beauty of the Isle of Skye and more breathtaking scenery that Western Scotland has to offer on this day trip from Inverness.
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West Highlands, Lochs and Castles small group Day Tour
Book your tour of West highland lochs and castles. Discover the misty lochs and iconic ancient castles of Scotland in a day!
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Highland day tour with Edinburgh Tattoo admission
Book your Highland day tour with Edinburgh Tattoo admission and sample a dram of whisky at a local distillery and explore the Highlands.
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West Highland Lochs, mountains and castles tour from Edinburgh
Buy your West Highland Lochs, Mountains and Castles tour tickets today and be overwhelmed by the beauty of Scotland!
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Day Trip to Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumbria from Edinburgh
Buy your Day Trip to Holy Island, Alnwick Castle and Northumbria today and explore a little bit of Scotland and England in one day.
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John O'Groats, Dunrobin Castle and the Far North tour from Inverness
Book your tickets for this John O'Groats, Dunrobin Castle and the Far North tour and see the beauty of Scotland with the help of an expert guide.
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Reviews Scottish Castles
“David was great! Loved the small group tour.”
“J'ai adoré, beaucoup de bus mais c'était vraiment très beau. notre chauffeur-guide très sympathique. Mon seul problème est que je ne parle pas anglais alors j'ai raté ses explications, tant pis pour moi.”
“Belles visitesPas de perte de tempsSeul hic, notre guide ne parlant pas français, nous n'avons pas pu profiter de ces commentaires, ni échanger avec elle”
