From Edinburgh: The Outlander Experience Guided Tour
Fife, Edinburgh
Step back in time through unchanged, ancient villages on a full-day tour from Edinburgh. Hear about all the history and see the sights which inspired the famous TV show, Outlander.
Outlander Filming Locations Day Tour from Edinburgh
This guided coach tour from central Edinburgh explores key Outlander filming locations, ideal for fans of the series.
Highlights
- Falkland – Stand-in for Inverness, where Claire and Frank honeymoon
- Culross – A 16th-century village used as Cranesmuir in Outlander
- Doune Castle* – Known as Castle Leoch in the show
- Linlithgow Palace – Portrayed Wentworth Prison
- Midhope Castle – Exterior of Jamie’s family home, Lallybroch
Description
Depart from opposite The Apex Hotel on Waterloo Place at 8:20 and travel on an air-conditioned coach. Your first stop is Falkland, a village nestled between the Lomond Hills. Falkland served as Inverness, the honeymoon destination of Claire and Frank in Outlander.
Next, visit Culross, a 16th-century village used to depict Cranesmuir, predominantly in season 1. You will recognize actual filming locations as you walk through the village.
Explore Doune Castle*, also known as Castle Leoch, where key scenes including the exterior entrance, courtyard, and great hall were filmed. Castle Leoch is central to many character introductions and developments in season 1.
The tour then continues to Linlithgow, home to Linlithgow Palace, the filming location for Wentworth Prison. This is where Jamie Fraser was held and tortured, one of the series’ most intense scenes. You will have time for refreshments and exploring here.
Finally, visit Midhope Castle, the exterior of Jamie’s family home, Lallybroch. Spend time taking photos and experiencing this iconic location. On return to Edinburgh, ask your guide for directions to Bakehouse Close, featured as Jamie's print house in the third series.
*Doune Castle may occasionally be substituted by Blackness Castle.
Midhope Castle is accessible from March to November, with limited availability in December.
Includes
- English-speaking driver-guide
- Transportation by air-conditioned coach
Excludes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Tips
- All entrance fees
- Lunch or refreshments
- Midhope Castle entry (limited opening days in winter)
Important Information
- Departure point: opposite The Apex Hotel, Waterloo Place at 8:20
- The tour requires a minimum number of participants. If not met, a refund, reschedule, or alternative tour will be offered
- Midhope Castle availability is March to November, with some dates in December
- This tour is conducted only in English
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
For best experience, bring comfortable shoes and dress for variable weather. Booking in advance is recommended due to limited availability, especially for Midhope Castle visits.
