Filming locations
Stand where Jamie and Claire stood
Midhope Castle (Lallybroch), Doune Castle (Castle Leoch) and Blackness Castle (Fort William) all sit within reach of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Clava Cairns and Culloden anchor the Inverness tour.
The best Outlander tours — from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness — hand-picked day trips visiting Midhope Castle (Lallybroch), Doune Castle, Loch Ness and the other headline Outlander filming locations in a single day.
Filming locations
Midhope Castle (Lallybroch), Doune Castle (Castle Leoch) and Blackness Castle (Fort William) all sit within reach of Edinburgh and Glasgow. Clava Cairns and Culloden anchor the Inverness tour.
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Local experts
Each tour runs with a Scottish guide who layers real Jacobite history and local story onto the on-screen references. Small groups mean the history goes deeper than a coach-tour monologue.
Year-round access
All three tours run as single-day itineraries of 9 to 9.5 hours and operate year-round. No overnight commitment, no multi-day booking — fit the whole Outlander arc into one vacation day.
If you've watched Outlander, you already know Scotland isn't just a backdrop — it's part of the story. From dramatic Highland landscapes to historic castles and quiet villages, many of the show's most memorable scenes were filmed in real places you can visit.
But planning an Outlander-inspired trip isn't always straightforward.
Some locations are easy to reach, while others are spread across the country. A mix of real historical sites and filming stand-ins means you'll need a bit of planning to see the highlights.
That's why many visitors choose a guided tour — it simplifies logistics and brings the locations to life with expert insight.
On this website, you'll find the best one-day Outlander tours from Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Inverness — the easiest way to visit top filming locations in a single day without the hassle of planning routes or transport. If you're heading further into the western Highlands, our Eilean Donan Castle and Glenfinnan Viaduct guides cover two more essential stops that, while not Outlander filming locations themselves, sit right on the route and pair naturally with a longer Highlands trip. And if you're still deciding what to see, our Best Day Trips from Edinburgh guide and dedicated Loch Ness tours guide cover the full range of options, Highlands and Fife alike.
Duration
Door-to-door day trips in small shared groups. No half-day option — plan a full vacation day around each tour.
Departures
Pick the base that fits your Scotland itinerary. Edinburgh covers the most filming locations; Inverness adds Loch Ness and the Highland arc.
Price
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure, with instant confirmation through GetYourGuide.
Included
Castle admissions included on the Glasgow tour; not included on the Edinburgh one. Lunch is always extra — bring snacks or pack up in town.
Best time to visit
Apr–Jun: long daylight, fewer crowds. Jul–Aug: peak season, warmest, most expensive. Sep–Oct: autumn colours, steadier pricing.
Who these tours suit
Moderate walking (1–2 miles across the day), uneven ground and steps at castle sites. Infants and pets not allowed; not ideal for wheelchair users.
What makes an Outlander tour worth booking? Hand-picked by review volume and average rating, each tour here holds a 4.8+ star average and free cancellation.
Top pick · Small-group coach tour
Doune & Blackness Castle entry included in price
Loch Ness cruise + Urquhart Castle entry included
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Swipe or use the arrows to browse the on-screen sites visited across the three tours — or read the complete register of every Outlander filming location in Scotland, region by region, with the real access status of each one.
Beyond Doune Castle, Midhope Castle and Blackness Castle, many travellers extend their trip to Loch Ness, Glencoe, the Isle of Skye, Eilean Donan Castle and the Glenfinnan Viaduct. Check current availability for Highland day tours from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness below.
Every Outlander tour featured here carries a 4.8+ star average — below are recent traveler reviews highlighting what stood out, from guides and filming locations to the pacing of the day.
"Midhope Castle was the moment for me — standing at Lallybroch's doorway was unreal. Our guide had stories about every filming location and made the 9 hours fly by."
Hannah M. · Edinburgh day tour · 2025-09
"Admissions to Doune and Blackness were included which saved faff at the gates. Three castles in one day from Glasgow, with strong Jacobite history alongside the show references."
Robert F. · Glasgow day tour · 2025-08
"Loch Ness cruise and Clava Cairns together — exactly what I hoped for. The standing stones hit harder in person. Our Inverness guide knew every Outlander book detail."
Diane K. · Inverness day tour · 2025-10
"Small group, nine-hour day from Edinburgh, a lot of ground covered. Doune Castle's Monty Python connection was a fun bonus the guide threw in."
Priya S. · Edinburgh day tour · 2025-06
"Urquhart Castle ruins from the water, Culloden Battlefield in silence, then a whisky dram — the Inverness tour balances Outlander sites with real Highland history beautifully."
Thomas B. · Inverness day tour · 2025-07
"Three castles in a day from Glasgow without feeling rushed. Our guide's depth on clan and Jacobite history turned the on-screen stops into something real — you leave understanding Scotland, not just the show."
Margaret H. · Glasgow day tour · 2025-05
Here's what's included on each Outlander tour by departure city — filming locations, price and what's in the bundle, compared side by side.
| Factor | Edinburgh | Glasgow | Inverness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $79.62 | $109.31 | $71.52 |
| Reviews | 2,227 | 506 | 796 |
| Rating | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.7 |
| Duration | Full-day | Full-day | Full-day |
| Headline filming locations | Midhope Castle (Lallybroch), Doune Castle, Falkland, Culross | Doune & Blackness Castle, Midhope, Culross | Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Beauly Priory |
| Best for | First-time Outlander fans on a budget | Castle enthusiasts wanting entries bundled | Highland lovers chasing the Loch Ness arc |
The questions travelers most often ask before picking an Outlander tour.
Yes, especially for first-time visitors. Guided tours make it easier to visit multiple filming locations in one day while providing historical context and behind-the-scenes insights.
Popular locations include Doune Castle (Castle Leoch), Midhope Castle (Lallybroch), Blackness Castle (Fort William), Culloden Battlefield, and Falkland.
Yes, most locations can be visited independently, including Doune Castle, Blackness Castle, Culloden, and — since February 2026 — Midhope Castle. A few, like the real Craigh na Dun site, are easier with a guide, and Wardpark Studios where the interiors were filmed is never open to the public. See our Can You Visit Outlander Filming Locations guide for the access status of every major site.
Most tours last 8 to 12 hours as full-day trips, with some multi-day options available for exploring more remote areas.
Not always. Many tours include transport and a guide, but entrance fees to attractions may need to be paid separately. See our Outlander tour cost breakdown for exactly what each tour includes and what castle entry adds on top.
No, Craigh na Dun is fictional. The standing stones were created for the show but inspired by real stone circles in Scotland.
The best time is from April to October when weather conditions are better and daylight hours are longer.
Yes, booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak tourist seasons when tours often sell out.
Yes, many visitors combine Outlander locations with trips to the Highlands, Loch Ness, or Glencoe. Many Highland day tours also pass Eilean Donan Castle and the Glenfinnan Viaduct en route, both of which are worth adding to a longer Highlands itinerary even though neither is an Outlander filming location. See our Best Day Trips from Edinburgh and Loch Ness tours guides for the full range of options.
A first-person tour review plus the deeper reads — for fans choosing between Lallybroch, Castle Leoch, a wider Scotland filming-locations itinerary, the complete location register, which locations you can actually visit, what it all actually costs, the western Highlands' two great non-Outlander photo stops, and planning your wider day-trip itinerary from Edinburgh.
Every Outlander tour compared by the filming locations it actually reaches — which ones really stop at Lallybroch and Castle Leoch, and what castle entry adds. From $79.62.
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A first-person, stop-by-stop review of Rabbie’s 9-hour Outlander Adventure from Glasgow — Doune, Falkland, Midhope (Lallybroch), Blackness and Culross. What’s included, drive times, costs, and whether it’s worth it.
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A complete planning guide covering the major Outlander locations, what each place represents on screen, and which tours from Edinburgh, Glasgow, and Inverness make the most sense.
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The full verified list, region by region — what each real place is on screen, whether you can get in, and which tours from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness reach it. Includes the novel sites that were never filming locations at all.
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The real access status of all 22 major Outlander filming locations — free and open, ticketed, guide-only, or impossible to visit — and why a guided tour still covers more of them in a day.
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Everything fans need to know about Midhope Castle access, what changed with ticketing in 2026, and which tours are the easiest way to guarantee a Lallybroch stop.
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A focused guide to Doune Castle as Castle Leoch, what you will recognise from the series, how to visit independently, and the best day tours from Edinburgh and Glasgow.
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Scotland's most photographed castle sits on the road to Skye. History, tickets and opening times, how to get there, and how it fits into a wider Highlands trip.
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The monster legend, Urquhart Castle, the best cruises, and how to visit Loch Ness from Edinburgh, Glasgow or Inverness.
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Honest travel times, train vs. coach advice, and every Outlander filming location you can reach from Edinburgh in a day.
Read full articlePer-person from-prices, what is bundled and what you will pay extra. The headline price tells you surprisingly little on its own: these tours differ enormously in how many of the show's actual filming locations they reach, and above roughly $110 a head the extra money buys a smaller group and a private car rather than more Outlander. See our full Outlander tour cost breakdown for every tour ranked by locations reached, and when a private tour finally makes financial sense.
| Tour | From price | Included | Not included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh — The Outlander Experience | $79.62 | Driver-guide, coach transport, Falkland, Culross, Doune & Midhope stops | Lunch, castle entrance fees, gratuities |
| Glasgow — Outlander Adventure with Tickets | $109.31 | Guide, transport, admissions to Doune & Blackness Castles | Lunch, additional castle gift-shop costs, gratuities |
| Inverness — Loch Ness Cruise + Outlander | $71.52 | Guide, transport, Loch Ness cruise, Urquhart Castle entry, Beauly Priory | Lunch in Beauly, gratuities |
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