Castle Visits

Most castles charge between £8 & £16 per adult to visit. Some offer entry to the gardens at reduced cost.

Click on Post-Codes for Maps, Directions & Reviews. Large Map showing the Castles.

Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle is situated in the centre of Edinburgh overlooking Princess Street and Gardens. This is the most visited tourist attraction in Scotland. Postcode: EH1 2NG.
www.edinburghcastle.gov.uk.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/edinburgh/edinburghcastle.

Stirling Castle
Stirling Castle is situated in the centre of Stirling with views over the town. A number of Scottish Kings and Queens have been baptised, or crowned, or died within or near Stirling Castle. At least one King was murdered nearby: while another committed murder within its walls. Postcode: FK8 1EJ.
www.stirlingcastle.gov.uk.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/stirling/stirlingcastle.

The National Wallace Monument, by Stirling
Open all year, The National Wallace Monument is packed with fascinating exhibits and displays - so come and visit one of the country's most magnificent sights, and meet Scotland's national hero - William Wallace. Postcode: FK9 5LF.
www.nationalwallacemonument.com
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/stirling/wallace.

Balmoral Castle, by Aberdeen
The foundation stone for Balmoral Castle was laid by Queen Victoria September 28th 1853. Balmoral is situated in a secluded location on the south bank of the River Dee, mid way between Ballater and Braemar approximately 50 miles west of Aberdeen. Postcode: AB35 5TB.
www.balmoralcastle.com.

Blair Castle, Blair Atholl, Perthshire
Blair Castle, the ancient seat of the Dukes and Earls of Atholl. The castle enjoys one of Scotland’s finest settings in the heart of Highland Perthshire. Situated 35 miles north of Perth, 7 miles north of Pitlochry. Postcode: PH18 5TL.
www.blair-castle.co.uk.

Brodick Castle, Island of Arran
The castle is situated on a shelf above the north side of Brodick Bay and under the shadow of Goatfell, which rises behind it. Impressive castle and grounds. Postcode: KA27 8HY.
www.nts.org.uk/Property/13/
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/arran/brodickcastle.

Castle of Mey, by John O'Groats
Having acquired the most northerly castle on the British mainland, The Queen Mother renovated and restored it and created the beautiful gardens you see today. For almost half a century she spent many happy summers. Situated 6 miles west of John O'Groats. Postcode: KW14 8XH.
www.castleofmey.org.uk.

Culzean Castle, by Maidens/Ayrshire
The National Trust for Scotland's top visitor attraction. The Castle, Gardens, Visitor Centre, Shops and Restaurants are open daily from Friday 30 March until Wednesday 31 October, inclusive. Postcode: KA19 8LE.
www.nts.org.uk/Property/97/
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/maidens/culzeancastle.

Dean Castle, Kilmarnock/ Ayrshire
Robert the Bruce awarded these lands to the Boyds who married into royalty when the sister of James III wed a Boyd. The local authaurities now maintain the estate and castle, free tours available most days. Postcode: KA3 1XB.
www.deancastle.com.

Dunrobin Castle, situated about 52 miles north of Inverness
Dunrobin Castle has been called home to the Earls and Dukes of Sutherland since the 13th century and was first mentioned as a stronghold of the family in 1401. The castle can be visited 1st April to 15th October, entry price about £8.50 per adult. Postcode: KW10 6SF.
www.dunrobincastle.co.uk.

Drumlanrig Castle, by Thornhill/Dumfriesshire
Drumlanrig Castle is an historic Scottish castle steeped in history and filled with treasures. The Estate and Gardens is one of the principal visitor attractions in South Scotland. Situated about 17 miles north of Dumfries. Postcode: DG3 4AQ.
www.drumlanrig.com.

Dundonald Castle, Dundonald by Troon/ Ayrshire
Dundonald Castle is a fortified tower house built for Robert II on his accession to the throne of Scotland in 1371. The castle was used as a royal residence by the early Stewart kings for the next 150 years.Postcode: KA2 9HD.
www.dundonaldcastle.org.uk.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/troon/dundonaldcastle.

Dunnottar Castle, by Stonehaven/Aberdeenshire
Dunnottar Castle is a dramatic and evocative ruined cliff top fortress in a truly stunning setting. Situated about 1 mile south of Stonehaven, 15 miles south of Aberdeen. Postcode: AB39 2TL.
www.dunnottarcastle.co.uk.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/stonehaven/dunnottarcastle.

Eilean Donan Castle, West Highlands on the road to the Isle of Skye
Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most iconic images of Scotland recognised around the world. Situated on an island at the point where three great sea lochs meet, and surrounded by some majestic scenery, it is little wonder the castle is now one of the most visited attractions in the Scottish highlands. Postcode: IV40 8DX. Photo by Guillaume Piolle.
www.eileandonancastle.com.

Floors Castle, by Kelso/Borders
The impressive Floors Castle was built by William Adam for the 1st Duke of Roxburghe in 1721. Situated 1 mile west of Kelso. Postcode: TD5 7SF.
www.roxburghe.net/floorscastle.

Glamis Castle, by Dundee
Glamis was the childhood home of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth (Queen Mother), birthplace of Her Royal Highness Princess Margaret and legendary setting for Shakespeare's famous play 'Macbeth'. Glamis Castle is situated about 12 miles north of Dundee. Postcode: DD8 1RJ.
www.glamis-castle.co.uk.

Linlithgow Palace, Linlithgow by Edinburgh
The magnificent, roofless remains of Linlithgow Palace occupy the top of a slight hill between the centre of Linlithgow and Linlithgow Loch. Birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. Situated in the centre of Linlithgow 18 miles west of Edinburgh. Postcode: EH49 7AL.
www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/propertyoverview
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/linlithgow/linlithgowpalace.

Urquhart Castle, by Inverness
Urquhart Castle is one of the most visited castles in Scotland as it is situated next to the Loch Ness Monster Visitor Centre and boat trips at the Village of Drumnadrochit. An impressive ruin with interesting history. Situated 16 miles southwest of Inverness. Postcode: IV63 6XJ.
www.historic-scotland.gov.uk.
www.undiscoveredscotland.co.uk/drumnadrochit/urquhart/.