Outlander Filming Locations

Renowned as the Outlander set for Lallybroch, Jamie Fraser's ancestral home, Midhope Castle is a 15th century tower house near Edinburgh.

Although the castle is derelict inside, you can explore its grounds on:

1-Day Outlander Explorer Tour from Edinburgh

1-Day Outlander Castles & The Scottish Countryside from Glasgow

Falkland is celebrated by Outlander fans for its portrayal of 1940s Inverness. It's where Frank and Claire begin their honeymoon journey in the first episode of the series.

Take a walk through this quaint wee village on:

1-Day Outlander Explorer Tour from Edinburgh

1-Day Outlander Castles & The Scottish Countryside from Glasgow

A vibrant village with one of Scotland's oldest harbours. Culross stars as Cranesmuir in Outlander. Its historic charm and cobblestone streets are guaranteed to enchant you, with Culross Palace doubling as Claire's herb garden at Castle Leoch.

You can visit Culross on:

1-Day Outlander Explorer Tour from Edinburgh

1-Day Outlander Castles & The Scottish Countryside from Glasgow

Known to Outlander fans as Castle Leoch - seat of Clan MacKenzie - Doune Castle is one of the best-preserved medieval strongholds in Scotland. As well as an Outlander filming location it has featured in Monty Python & the Holy Grail and Game of Thrones.

Go back in time at Doune Castle on:

1-Day Castles, West Highlands & Loch Lomond tour from Edinburgh

1-Day Outlander Explorer Tour from Edinburgh 

1-Day Outlander Castles & The Scottish Countryside from Glasgow

Blackness Castle is an impressive 15th century fortress that resembles the shape of a ship, hence it’s nickname 'the ship that never sailed’. Outlander fans recognise the castle as the filming location for Fort William, home to Captain Jack Randall’s worst acts of violence.

Explore Blackness Castle on:

1-Day Outlander Explorer Tour from Edinburgh

1-Day Outlander Castles & The Scottish Countryside from Glasgow

Beautiful Beauly is a popular stop for Outlander fans. Explore the ruins of Beauly Priory, featured in Outlander, that date back to 1230 AD.

Have a wander in Beauly on our 1-Day Loch Ness, Whisky & Outlander tour from Inverness, and our 5-Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness tour from Edinburgh.

On 16th April 1746, Culloden was the site of the last pitched battle fought on the British mainland. More recently Culloden has been the inspiration for Outlander, as well as a filming location for the popular TV series.

Immerse yourself in Scotland's bloody history by visiting Culloden Battlefield on our 1-Day Loch Ness, Whisky & Outlander tour from Inverness, 3-Day Isle of Skye & Loch Ness tour from Edinburgh and 5-Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness tour from Edinburgh.

Clava Cairns is a special place, from the peaceful setting to the arrangement of 4000 year old stones. The prehistoric structures include ring cairns, passage graves, and standing stones; perfect for staging your very own Outlander-inspired photo!

Channel Jamie Fraser at the Clava Cairns on our 1-Day Loch Ness, Whisky & Outlander tour from Inverness, 3-Day Isle of Skye & Loch Ness tour from Edinburgh and 5-Day Isle of Skye, Loch Ness & Inverness tour from Edinburgh.

Linlithgow Palace is a beautiful ruin, which was home to the Stuart Monarchy in the 14th and 15th century. The palace is famed as the birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots, and as a filming location for Outlander and Outlaw King.

Linlithgow Palace is visited on occasions where Doune Castle is closed.