--- title: Outlander and Castles Film Locations Day Tour from Edinburgh lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 89 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.84 reviews: 31 duration_minutes: 440 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Dysart, max sixteen guests rank_in_category: 50 of 90 (Day Trips from Edinburgh) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/outlander-and-castles-film-locations-day-tour-from-edinburgh/ --- # Outlander and Castles Film Locations Day Tour from Edinburgh **Guidekin's take:** Blackness Castle, Culross, Falkland, Dysart Harbour and Midhope Castle connect the Outlander locations on this route. Guiding and air-conditioned transport in a small shared group are included; Blackness Castle and Midhope Castle entry fees are extra. 4.84 from 31 reviews at €89 per person for 7h 20m. ## Overview 16 clients maxiumum - small group tour. Consistently awarded 5 star tour. Travel to Blackness Castle, used as Fort William in Outlander, and learn why this is commonly called the "Ship that Never Sailed". Explore the quaint and historic villages of Culross (Cranesmuir) and Falkland (1940s Inverness). Continue to the picturesque Dysart Harbour (Port of Le Harve) to admire the colourful fishing boats. Lastly, be blown away by the incredible ruin of Midhope Castle (Lallybroch). ## Before you book - Meeting point: Check-in is 8:45am Meet us outside the… - Entry ticket not included: buy it separately - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Children from €89: ages 12 to 15 ## Key facts - Price: from €89 per person - Duration: 7h 20m - Rating: 4.84/5 from 31 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Experience Scotland's Wild ## What's included - An experienced, knowledgeable and fun guide - Air-conditioned vehicle - Small group of up to 16 visitors ## Not included - Lunch - Gratuities - Hotel pick up and drop off - Entry Fee to Blackness Castle - Entry Fee to Midhope Castle ## Itinerary 1. **Blackness Castle** (1h) - Known as Fort William in Outlander, visit Blackness Castle. 2. **Culross** (50m) - Recognisable as Cranesmuir in Outlander, you'll arrive in Culross ready to explore. Wander through cobblestone streets, admire the history and imagine life as if you are in Outlander. 3. **Falkland** (1h) - Enjoy a lunch break at one of the cute cafes or traditional pubs after exploring Outlanders 1940s Inverness. You'll spot many recognisable scenes such as where Claire gazes into the past. 4. **Dysart** (10m) - Next you'll stop at Dysart Harbour, otherwise recognised as the Port of Le Harve in the series. It's a beautiful coastal spot filled with fishing boats and history. 5. **Midhope Castle** (30m) - Arguably the most famous spot of all, your last stop will be at Midhope Castle. This is used as Lallybroch in Outlander, the home of Jamie Fraser. There will be time to walk around this incredible ruin and immerse yourself in the show. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Check-in is 8:45am Meet us outside the Jolly Botanist. Our van will have the Experience Scotland's Wild logo on it. If you're running late please call us. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJpZJRQ6THh0gRmB_wAUI-Do0 ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Our tours are for ages 12 and up. - Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities. - Our tours operate in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately. We recommend a pair of walking shoes/boots, dressing in layers, and waterproof clothing. - All our tour vehicles are "nut free zones". Can you please ensure you do not bring any food products with nuts as we've had clients and tour guides with severe nut allergies and want to ensure our tour vehicles are as safe as possible for everyone. Thank you for not bringing any products containing nuts on your tour. ## Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #50 of 90** | €89 | 7h 20m | 4.84 (31) | shared | | [Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish](/uk/edinburgh/tours/stirling-highlands-distillery-in-spanish/?format=md) | €77 | 12h | 4.98 (405) | shared | | [Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-glenfinnan-viaduct-glencoe-fort-william/?format=md) | €54 | 12h | 4.93 (6417) | shared | | [Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-loch-ness-glencoe-and-the-highlands/?format=md) | €54 | 12h 30m | 4.92 (6699) | shared | Ranked #50 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €940, median €77; typical length 10h. 26 of 90 are private. 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