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Outlander Filming Locations Day Tour from Edinburgh

4.7 · 59 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 90% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Edinburgh Operated by HAGGiS Adventures Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
9h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
08:45 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Visit the filming settings for Castle Leoch, Lallybroch, Cranesmuir and Inverness on an Outlander day trip.

Guiding and air-conditioned transport are included; castle admissions and lunch cost extra, and closed filming sites are replaced. 4.73 from 59 reviews at €81 per person for 9h.

In our comparison: #61 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €81 per adult.

Included and not included

  • English-Speaking Local Guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Doune Castle
  • Midhope Castle
  • Blackness Castle

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Reviews

4.7
59 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

90% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 53 of 59

Star breakdown of all 59 ratings

5 stars
51 · 86%
4 stars
2 · 3%
3 stars
5 · 8%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
1 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the storytelling, castles and relaxed pace; some want more time to explore Falkland.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable guides who combine Scottish history with Outlander stories
  • Music and humour that keep the drives engaging
  • Castles, villages and countryside enjoyed by fans and nonfans alike
  • Many find enough time to explore the filming locations without feeling rushed

Complaints

  • Some find the stops well timed, while others want more time in Falkland
  • Some praise the Outlander detail, while others want clearer links to the filmed scenes

Written by Guidekin from the 51 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (6 April 2023 to 25 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
This tour will depart at 8:45am 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. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
08:45 daily; scheduled through December 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
HAGGiS Adventures; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

A once-in-a-lifetime adventure on a small-group tour exploring iconic filming sites of Outlander with Scottish scenery, culture and history a long the way. Travel back in time and follow in the footsteps of Claire and Jamie as you visit the real-life setting of Castle Leoch, Lallybroch, Cranesmuir, and 1940's Inverness in one full day.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Minimum age to travel is 5 years old, while anyone aged 5-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark.

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Age 18+ Minimum age to travel is 5 years old, while anyone…

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Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Day Trips from Edinburgh

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #61 of 90€819h4.73 (59)shared
Stirling, Highlands & Distillery in Spanish€7812h4.98 (406)shared
Edinburgh: Glenfinnan Viaduct, Glencoe & Fort William€5412h4.93 (6417)shared
Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe and The Highlands€5412h 30m4.92 (6699)shared

Ranked #61 of 90 in Day Trips from Edinburgh by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €54 to €944, median €78; typical length 10h. 26 of 90 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 90 Day Trips from Edinburgh

From €81 per adult