Outlander Tour with Doune Castle Entry at Day Trips from Edinburgh

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A nine-hour guided tour from Edinburgh visiting Midhope Castle, Doune Castle, and Culross, three key filming locations from the Outlander series.

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The Outlander Tour with Doune Castle Entry is a full-day guided landmark tour departing Edinburgh, visiting three filming locations used in the television adaptation of Diana Gabaldon's Outlander series. The tour leaves from 60 High Street at 8.45 and runs for approximately nine hours, covering sites across central Scotland with a local Scottish guide throughout. Among the Edinburgh attractions and day trips available from the city, this is one of the few that combines structured access to private and historic sites with included castle entry.

The first stop is Midhope Castle in West Lothian, used as the exterior of Lallybroch, the Fraser family home. From there, the tour continues to Doune Castle in Stirlingshire, a 14th-century fortress that served as Castle Leoch in Outlander and also appeared in Monty Python and the Holy Grail and early seasons of Game of Thrones. Entry to Doune Castle is included, giving visitors time to explore the great hall, kitchen tower, and courtyard. The final stop is Culross in the Kingdom of Fife, a preserved 17th and 18th-century burgh used as the village of Cranesmuir, where the character Claire is accused of witchcraft. Lunch time is built into the Culross stop. Tickets cover the guided tour, Doune Castle entry, and transport between all three locations. The tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.

Why you'll love it

Full-day guided tour departing 60 High Street at 8.45
Covers three Outlander filming locations across central Scotland
Doune Castle entry included in the tour price
Nine-hour itinerary led by a local Scottish guide throughout
Visits private and historic sites not easily accessed independently
Based on Diana Gabaldon's Outlander television series locations

What's included

Guided tour around 3 Outlander filming locations
Doune castle entry
Local Scottish guide

Good to know

Know before you go: Arrival and timing
The tour departs from Edinburgh Bus Station at 60 High Street at 8.45, so aim to arrive a few minutes beforehand to check in with your guide. The full day out runs for approximately 9 hours, so wear comfortable shoes and dress for the Scottish weather.
Getting around the venues
Midhope Castle is an exterior visit; keep to marked paths and follow your guide's instructions on site.
At Doune Castle, entry is included and you will have time to explore the interior of this medieval castle independently before the group moves on.
Culross is a walkable historic village where the group stops for lunch; there are local cafes and shops to explore at your own pace.
Cancellation policy: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience.

Frequently asked

What is included in the Outlander Tour with Doune Castle Entry?

The tour includes a guided visit to three Outlander filming locations, entry to Doune Castle, and the services of a local Scottish guide throughout the day.

How long is the Outlander Tour with Doune Castle Entry?

The tour runs for 9 hours in total.

Where does the Outlander Tour depart from?

The tour departs from Edinburgh Bus Station at 60 High Street, with a departure time of 8.45.

Which filming locations does the tour visit?

The tour visits Midhope Castle, which served as Lallybroch in Outlander, Doune Castle, which was used as Castle Leoch, and the village of Culross in the Kingdom of Fife, which doubled as the fictional village of Cranesmuir.