Outlander Explorer
Edinburgh DepartureOutlander filming locations; Falkland, Culross, Blackness Castle, Midhope Castle, and Doune Castle.
Visit Outlander Filming Locations With HAGGiS
With HAGGiS Adventures, you can visit the castles, villages and Highland landscapes that brought Outlander to life. Follow in Jamie and Claire's footsteps through places like Doune Castle, Culross and Falkland, hear the real stories behind the Jacobites and discover why Scotland was the perfect backdrop for the series. From Edinburgh day trips to longer Highland adventures, our tours make it easy to explore the locations behind the show without having to navigate the country yourself.
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1 day
From $129.00 USD
Loch Ness, Whisky & Outlander Explorer (incl. Castle & Cruise)
Inverness DepartureCruise to Urquhart Castle, beautiful Beauly, Culloden Battlefield, and Clava Cairns stones.
1 day
From $79.00 USD
Kelpies, Stirling Castle & Loch Lomond
Glasgow DepartureStirling Castle, the Kelpies, and optional Loch Lomond cruise.
Which Outlander Locations Can You Visit on Tour?
From sixteenth-century courtyards to tiny villages that seem frozen in time, Scotland is packed with places that Outlander fans will recognise. Different HAGGiS tours visit different locations, so check the itinerary for the full list.
Doune Castle (Castle Leoch)
The seat of Clan MacKenzie in Outlander, Doune Castle is where Claire first meets Colum, Dougal and the rest of the clan. Keep an eye out for the castle gate and courtyard, which feature throughout the early episodes.
Culross (Cranesmuir)
With steep cobbled lanes and whitewashed houses, Culross became Cranesmuir, home to Geillis Duncan. Walking through the village, it's easy to see why the film crew barely had to change a thing.
Falkland (1940s Inverness)
Although Inverness is a real city in the Highlands, many of the scenes set there were filmed in Falkland. Fans will recognise the village square, the fountain and the spot where Claire first catches sight of Jamie's ghost.
Midhope Castle (Lallybroch)
One of the locations fans ask about most, Midhope Castle was used as the exterior of Jamie Fraser's family home, Lallybroch. The building itself is empty, but the front door alone is enough to make Outlander fans reach for their hearts (and camera).
Blackness Castle (Fort William)
Sitting on the shores of the Firth of Forth, Blackness Castle doubled as Fort William, where some of the series' darkest scenes take place. Its shape has earned it the nickname "the ship that never sailed".
Linlithgow Palace (Wentworth Prison)
Linlithgow Palace once hosted Scottish royalty, but in Outlander it took on a far grimmer role as Wentworth Prison. Today, visitors come for the grand ruins and views across the loch.
Glen Coe
Even if you haven't watched a single episode, you'll probably recognise Glen Coe from the opening credits. The road winds between towering mountains and through one of Scotland's most famous glens.
Culloden Battlefield
The Battle of Culloden is at the heart of the Outlander story. Visiting the battlefield offers a chance to learn about the real events that inspired the series and changed Highland life forever.
Clava Cairns
Clava Cairns is often linked to Outlander, with its location near Inverness and distinctive split standing stone fuelling the idea that it inspired the series' famous standing stones.
Yes. Jamie Fraser's family home was filmed at Midhope Castle, around 30 minutes from Edinburgh. Visitors can explore the castle grounds and see the exterior used in the series
Inverness is a real Highland city, but many of the scenes set there were actually filmed in the village of Falkland in Fife.
Castle Leoch was filmed at Doune Castle, a medieval stronghold about an hour from Edinburgh. Fans will recognise it as the home of Clan MacKenzie.
Doune Castle, Blackness Castle, Midhope Castle, Culross and Falkland can all be reached on a day trip from Edinburgh, making them popular stops on HAGGiS tours.
Yes. The series used several Highland locations, including Glen Coe and Culloden Battlefield, alongside castles and villages across central Scotland.
Not at all. Alongside the filming locations, you'll visit castles, villages and landscapes with fascinating stories of their own, from royal intrigue to Jacobite history.
Although Jamie and Claire are fictional characters, the story draws heavily on real events, particularly the Jacobite rising and the Battle of Culloden.
If you're staying in Edinburgh, our Outlander Trail day tour is the easiest way to visit several filming locations in one go. Multi-day tours give you more time to venture into the Highlands and explore the places behind the story.
Absolutely. Your HAGGiS guide will share the history behind the Jacobites, the clans and the real events that inspired Outlander, alongside stories from the filming locations themselves.