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Outlander Tours in Scotland: The 15 Best

51 tours  ·  from $13

Doune, Midhope, Falkland and Culross carry most of the filming. These 15 tours cover them in different combinations, with driving times, admission fees and a note on which ones need no knowledge of the show at all.

Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh - Midhope Castle, Jamie’s Lallybroch
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Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

1.Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,776 reviews · 9 hours 30 minutes (approx.) Our pick

Spend about nine and a half hours visiting five major Outlander filming locations from Edinburgh. Your English-speaking guide drives you to Midhope Castle, Doune Castle, Culross, Falkland, and Blackness Castle, adding Scottish history, filming facts, and occasional soundtrack fun along the way. Castle entry is optional, and the day runs at a steady pace in a small group.

“If you're an Outlander fan, this is an absolute MUST DO on your Scotland itinerary. We saw so many incredible places that were featured in key moments of the show. Our guide, Alistair, was an Outlander fan with lots of fun knowledge and played an excellent playlist as we were driving around. He kept us entertained and on schedule.”

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Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness - Clava Cairns and the Outlander connection
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Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

2.Loch Ness Cruise, Outlander & Urquhart Castle Tour from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,384 reviews · 9 hours (approx.)

Spend about nine hours exploring the Highlands around Inverness with a Scottish guide such as Iain, Karen, Emma, or Torquil. Cruise Loch Ness, visit Urquhart Castle, stop in Beauly for lunch, walk Culloden Battlefield, and see the Outlander-linked Clava Cairns. Transport, the cruise, and castle entry are included.

“We had an incredible experience on our tour from Inverness to Loch Ness, Outlander sites, and Urquhart Castle all thanks to the wonderful team of Iain and Tony. Iain was our driver and main guide, and he was outstanding. His commentary throughout the day was informative, engaging, and full of wit. He brought Highland history and folklore to life and added personal touches that made the journey feel both intimate and immersive. His deep knowledge of the area and easygoing nature made the tour an absolute pleasure. Tony was behind the scenes making sure everything ran smoothly from timing the cruise to coordinating stops and keeping the group comfortable and…”

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Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh - Midhope Castle: Jamie’s Lallybroch from the outside
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Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

3.Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,116 reviews · 8 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $77

Spend eight hours visiting five Outlander locations from Edinburgh in a Mercedes mini-coach with an English-speaking guide. See Midhope Castle, Blackness Castle, Linlithgow Palace, Doune Castle, and Culross. Guides such as Kelly, Kieran, Andrew, and Jamie add show stories, Scottish history, music, and local color. Castle admissions are included at Blackness and Doune.

“The tour was well managed and the stops were as advertised. The tour guide tended to go off script and ramble about unrelated history. He barely seemed to know anything about this tour subject matter. The historical sites were great as well as movie sets.”

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The Outlander 1 Day Experience - Walking through Culross and Cranesmuir
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The Outlander 1 Day Experience

4.The Outlander 1 Day Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 581 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $81

Spend about eight hours touring Outlander locations from Edinburgh with a driver-guide. See Falkland, Culross, Doune Castle, Linlithgow Palace, and Midhope Castle, with time for photos, lunch, and optional castle entries. Guides such as Ian, Bob, Brendan, and Brandon mix show facts with Scottish history.

“I don't have many characters to explain how terrible this day was, so I will separate my review into biased and unbiased information. You may form your own opinions. Unbiased information: - The sights were beautiful but we were very rushed. - The price for the tour does not include entry to every sight so expect to pay out of pocket. - The tour guide spent over 1 hour (honestly maybe more) speaking to the family behind him, broadcasting their conversation about tires, trucks, and college to the rest of the bus who were not involved in the conversation. If those things matter to you, they are things you should…”

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Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour - Culross: the most atmospheric village visit
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Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour

5.The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 444 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $77

Spend nine hours visiting Outlander filming sites and Scottish castles from Edinburgh. Your driver-guide connects Claire and Jamie’s world with real history, from Culross and Blackness Castle to Linlithgow Palace and seasonal Midhope Castle. Guides such as Marty, Jamie C, Ash, and Alistair are known for lively storytelling. Entry fees and food cost extra.

“Our tour guide, Iain B was exceptional! His knowledge of Scotland and its history was A+! It was a delightful experience!”

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Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour - Clava Cairns and the railway viaduct
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Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour

6.Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Culloden, Outlander and Loch Ness Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 330 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $206

This English-language shore excursion links Culloden Battlefield, Cawdor Castle, Inverness, Loch Ness, Beauly and a Highland cow farm shop. Guides such as Mo, Emma, June and Seoris add local stories, while the coach handles long distances between sites. Expect a busy six-to-eight-hour day with changing stop times.

“Great guide and driver. Loved the scenery as we drove as well as the interesting stops snd history comments”

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Outlander Adventure Day Tour from Glasgow Including Admissions - Midhope Castle and the Lallybroch photo stop
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Outlander Adventure Day Tour from Glasgow Including Admissions

7.Outlander Adventure Day Tour from Glasgow Including Admissions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 329 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $80

Travel from Glasgow in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach to five Outlander locations: Doune Castle, Falkland, Midhope Castle, Blackness Castle, and Culross. Your guide connects the show with Scottish history, folklore, and film trivia. Doune and Blackness admissions are included, while Midhope and Culross cost extra.

“Our guide Peter was so fun! He was knowledgeable about so many things! He was very caring and helped guide us through each attraction”

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Loch Ness and Outlander Sites Tour from Inverness - Culloden Battlefield, the most powerful stop
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Loch Ness and Outlander Sites Tour from Inverness

8.Loch Ness and Outlander Sites Tour from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 194 reviews · 5 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $188

Travel from Inverness in a group of up to seven with a local guide such as George, Sarah, Roger, or Alistair. Visit Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield, Loch Ness, Great Glen Distillery, and Urquhart Castle in about five to seven hours. Transport and a whisky dram are included, while castle and battlefield admission cost extra.

“We had a great time with George our tour guide. He gave us LOADS of historical commentary beyond the simple touristy stories about the sites we visited. He adjusted the commentary to suit our interests and was very accommodating. Would definitely recommend Go Highlands for your tour needs.”

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Outlander Day Tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh

9.Outlander Day Tour from Glasgow or Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 132 reviews · from $174

Spend 8 to 10 hours tracing Outlander locations with a driver-guide, visiting Castle Leoch, Lallybroch, Crainsmuir, and Fort William. Pickup is available in Glasgow or outside Edinburgh. Guides such as Barry, Chris, Struan, Johnny, and Catriona Stevenson are praised for mixing show knowledge with Scottish history.

“The trip was well done - we saw all of the sites we could have hoped to see on the tour. Our tour guide Jonny was knowledgeable and shared information about Outlander and Scotland in general making the tour appealing to Outlander and non-Outlander fans alike. I woulRead more”

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4-Day Outlander Trail Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions - Day three: Culloden, Clava Cairns, and Highland village life
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4-Day Outlander Trail Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions

10.4-Day Outlander Trail Tour from Edinburgh Including Admissions

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 81 reviews · 4 days (approx.) · from $1,087

Follow Outlander from Edinburgh to the Highlands in a 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach. Visit Doune, Culloden, Clava Cairns, Culross, Blackness, and Jamie’s Lallybroch, with three nights’ accommodation and breakfast. Guides such as Willie, Simon, Graham, Lizzie, and Mackenzie have led this route, which also includes Glencoe, Loch Ness, and Glen Affric.

“I loved this trip. Our driver/guide, Willie, was great. He supplied us with lots of interesting and historic information on the sites we were visiting, as well as on the Outlander series. He added the nice touch of playing Scottish music that was appropriate to the next site we were visiting. The accommodations were fine, well run and their hosts friendly. What a beautiful country. Outlander or not, this trip has something for everyone.”

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Full-Day Outlander Experience in the Scottish Highlands from Inverness - Old High Street and Inverness after Culloden
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Full-Day Outlander Experience in the Scottish Highlands from Inverness

11.Full-Day Outlander Experience in the Scottish Highlands from Inverness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 8 hours (approx.)

Spend about eight hours with a private driver-guide such as Andrew, Michael, Ryan, or Steve, visiting Outlander-linked sites, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, Beauly Priory, Fort George, Loch Ness, and more. Hotel or port pickup, private transport, and live commentary are included, with room to adjust the day.

“Our guide, Ryan Forbes, was AMAZING! Not only did he take us to see the things listed on the tour, like Clava Cairns and Culloden Battlefield, but he also took the time to show us “his” country. This included taking the long way around, down small country roads and through quaint villages. We got to see Highland cows, have lunch at a deli Beauly, visit a mausoleum, old churches and graveyards, and a wooded hike to a stunning waterfall. Ryan was very friendly and open and talkative and he really listened to us and took the time to get to know us, thus resulting in an unforgettable custom tour. THIS…”

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2-Day Outlander Experience Small Group Tour from Edinburgh - What the $345.27 price really includes
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2-Day Outlander Experience Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

12.2-Day Outlander Experience Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 2 days (approx.) · from $345

Follow Claire and Jamie’s Scotland on a two-day small-group tour from Edinburgh. Visit Midhope, Blackness, Doune, Culloden, Clava Cairns, Falkland, and Culross, with one night in Inverness, breakfast, and a driver-guide. Guides such as John, Graham, Steven B, and Chris bring extra Scottish history to the road between filming sites.

“Our tour guide Chris was amazing. Not only was he extremely knowledgable about all the outlander sites we visited he was extremely knowledgable about Scotland. He made everyone feel comfortable and made sure everyone’s goals for the tour and questions were answered. Even if you’re not an outlander fan this was an unforgettable experience. Thanks Chris & Highlander Experience Tours! A++”

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Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Loch Ness and Outlander Sites - Urquhart Castle is worth the extra admission
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Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Loch Ness and Outlander Sites

13.Invergordon Cruise Excursion to Loch Ness and Outlander Sites

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 56 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $187

Travel from Invergordon in a small group of up to seven with guides such as George, Sarah, and Alister. Visit Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield, Loch Ness, Urquhart Castle, Beauly Priory, and Great Glen Distillery. Expect strong Scottish history, Outlander filming sites, flexible pacing, and a full seven-hour day.

“Loch Ness was so much bigger than I imagined. Sarah drove well and gave us excellent commentary. Thoroughly enjoyed the whole day.”

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Clan Tour - OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness - Wardlaw Mausoleum and the Fraser connection
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Clan Tour – OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness

14.Clan Tour – OUTLANDER series and Loch Ness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $213

Join George Ritchie or another Clan Tours guide for a six-to-seven-hour Highland outing from Inverness. You’ll visit Outlander-linked sites, Clava Cairns, Culloden Battlefield, Loch Ness, Wardlaw Mausoleum, and possibly a local distillery, with pickup from Highland accommodation and a small group capped at eight.

“We had an extremely lovely day touring around Inverness with George! He picked us up from Bunchrew house on time in a clean, spacious van and off we went. George took us to many places that inspired things for the show Outlander, including one filming spot, and was so knowledgeable about everything. After Culloden Battlefield, he even squeezed in one extra stop for us at the end. We were able to see so many beautiful sites around Inverness with George pointing out and explaining everything along the way, stopping for great photo opportunities. Would highly recommend this tour for anyone, Outlander fan or not that wants to have a wonderful…”

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Rebel!Rebel! Jacobite Tour - Outlander's Scotland - Parliament Square and the city’s public life
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Rebel!Rebel! Jacobite Tour – Outlander’s Scotland

15.Rebel!Rebel! Jacobite Tour – Outlander’s Scotland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 48 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $24Best value

Walk Edinburgh Old Town with Charlotte or another costumed local guide on a two-hour route through the Royal Mile, Parliament Square, Victoria Street, Greyfriars Kirkyard, and more. Expect lively stories, bagpipe music, literary landmarks, and small-group attention. The tour begins and ends at St Giles’ Cathedral and costs $24.80.

“We had an amazing tour of the old town by our knowledgeable guide Charlotte. So much history and facts made this a very enjoyable tour. Thanks”

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