--- title: Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 81 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.89 reviews: 2142 duration_minutes: 570 languages: [de, pt, cmn, en, it, fr, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Falkland in a day? rank_in_category: 8 of 90 (Day Trips from Edinburgh) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/outlander-film-locations-day-trip-from-edinburgh/ --- # Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh **Guidekin's take:** Visit Outlander filming locations including Midhope Castle and Doune Castle, with stories connecting the sites to the series. Guiding and air-conditioned transport are included; castle entry costs extra unless you select the admission option. 4.89 from 2142 reviews at €81 per person for 9h 30m. **Falkland in a day?:** Choose Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh for Doune and Falkland by shared vehicle: 9h 30m at €81 per person; castle entry costs extra. Trade-off: Castle entry costs extra on the base option. (last checked September 15, 2026) ## Overview Imagine walking in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire from the hit series Outlander on this small-group tour, with a local guide regaling all the gruesome history and stories that made this an epic hit. We take you on a journey to some of the most famous scenes from the hit series such as Midhope Castle the real-life Lallybroch, and Doune Castle, the seat of Clan MacKenzie. Your guide will give you an insight into the history and stories of each location, making this the perfect trip for those looking for a quick Outlander fix. ## Before you book - Meeting point: This tour will depart at 8:45 am from 60… - Starts 08:45: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Children from €77: ages 5 to 16 ## Key facts - Price: from €81 per person for the Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh option; other options up to €138 - Duration: 9h 30m - Rating: 4.89/5 from 2142 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 98% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Highland Explorer Tours Ltd ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Outlander Film Locations Day Trip from Edinburgh | €81 / person | French, Chinese, English, Spanish, German, Italian, Portuguese | - | | Tour Incl. Entry to Castles | €138 / person | French, English, Chinese, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Italian | Doune, Midhope & Blackness | ## What's included - Audio guides available in multiple languages (must bring own headset) - Air-conditioned vehicle - Local English Speaking Guide ## Not included - Food and drinks - Hotel pickup and drop-off - Doune, Midhope & Blackness entry not included unless option selected. Can be purchased at check-in. - Gratuities ## Itinerary 1. **Midhope Castle** (30m) - We make our first stop at Midhope Castle, aka Lallybroch - home to Jamie Fraser. 2. **Doune Castle** (1h) - We then visit Doune Castle, one of Scotland’s best preserved medieval castles and used as the setting for Castle Leoch in Outlander. You’ll have time to explore this historic stronghold. 3. **Culross** (1h) - Our journey takes us on to the Kingdom of Fife, an area of great historical importance and the ancestral home of Scottish monarchs. We make a stop at Culross, where Claire was accused of witchcraft in the village of ‘Cranesmuir’. This charming village is the most complete... 4. **Falkland** (45m) - After lunch we will continue to the village of Falkland, used for filming 1940’s Inverness. With over 28 listed buildings it gives a good representation of this period. 5. **Blackness Castle** (55m) - Our final stop is at Blackness Castle, the 15th century fortress use to represent Fort William in the show. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 08:45 - 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 This tour will depart at 8:45 am from 60 High Street, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH1 1TB. Meet 15 minutes before departure and look for your designated queue. Our staff will check you in for the tour. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJu2Nt9YXHh0gRwRNOsSM8tBk ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - A maximum of 10 people per booking - Children under 5 years old, including infants who do not require a seat, are not permitted to travel. We are unable to accommodate any child under the age of 5. Anyone under 17 must be accompanied by an adult. There are no maximum age restrictions. - It is recommended to book transport to the departure point in advance. Please also allow extra time to get to the departure point for check-in. We advise you arrive at least 15 minutes before the tour departure to allow time to check-in for the tour. Unfortunately, we are unable to hold the bus or refund for any late arrivals. - There are days when Doune Castle may be closed for filming or other reasons. We will then visit Linlithgow Palace in its place. Linlithgow Palace, the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and a filming location for Outlander, requires a local entry fee. - Return times are approximate and subject to road conditions and weather. Please ensure you allocate sufficient time for any onward travel plans, allowing at least 3 hours after the scheduled return time for connections or activities. - Due to vehicle availability, there may be instances where this tour runs on a bigger bus. - The tour may operate with our sister company, HAGGiS Adventures. - The order of the itinerary route is subject to change. - If downloading an audio guide, remember to bring your headset. ## Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #8 of 90** | €81 | 9h 30m | 4.89 (2142) | 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 #8 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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