Day Trips from Glasgow to Doune Castle

Please note from 1 April 2026 this tour will depart at 8:15am (8am check in) and no longer visit Doune Castle, Blackness Castle, Falkland or Culross. You will instead have the option to visit Stirling Castle, Midhope Castle and enjoy an optional Loch Lomond cruise. Ready to follow Jamie through time? Join us on this small-group tour for a journey from Glasgow to the breathtaking locations that brought your favorite Outlander characters to life! With a local guide revealing the rich history and stories behind these iconic sites, you'll visit fan-favourites like Midhope Castle, the real-life Lallybroch; Doune Castle, home of Clan MacKenzie; and the striking Blackness Castle, which portrayed Fort William.

Walk in the footsteps of Jamie and Claire on this guided tour of "Outlander" filming locations around Scotland, departing from Glasgow. See where scenes from the TV show were shot as you visit the castles of Blackness, Midhope, and Doune (stand ins for Fort William, Lallybroch, and Castle Leoch, respectively) and the historic town of Falkland, setting for one of the show's most memorable moments.

Discover the real life world of the Outlander TV series in the wild Scottish Highlands. Travel to authentic Scottish castles and historic villages all used as locations to shoot the show, and learn about their history and hear dark stories of ghosts and former residents. Visit Doune Castle, where Monty Python and also Game of Thrones were filmed, and Doocot Mill where Jamie the Outlander hid from the Redcoats.

*Outlander* locations are widely spread around Scotland but this guided tour allows you to visit many without the hassle of driving or puzzling over train and bus timetables. See castles and ancient villages made famous by the Outlander series and discover why the real locations are as exciting as the show itself. Note that some castles may be closed on certain dates and alternative attractions will be visited instead.

Begin your journey at Midhope Castle, perhaps better known as ‘Lallybroch’ for our Outlander fans. Follow the steps of Jamie and Claire as you walk the courtyard. From here, your guide will take you to Blackness Castle, which was the stronghold of Jack Randall, before having lunch within the historic walls of Linlithgow Palace, which was the fictional facade of ‘Wentworth Prison’. Continuing your journey northward, discover the regal splendour of Doune Castle, or ‘Castle Leoch’, where the Mackenzie clan resided - and was also the backdrop for Monty Python in the Holy Grail. Finally, you’ll visit the charming village of Culross with its cobbled streets and Cranesmuir architecture, before heading back to Glasgow. Let us take the stress out of travel as you escape fixed itineraries and crowded buses. Sit back, relax and enjoy your tour which includes; • A Convenient Door-to-Door Service from your hotel • Travel in Style and Comfort aboard a luxurious Mercedes-Benz V-Class Minivan

Step back in time as we retrace the footsteps, lives and locations of Claire and Jamie from Outlander, as they lived over 400 years ago. This was a harsh time in Scotland, the tragedy of the failed Jacobite rising brought many hardships to the people of this land, portrayed through the eyes of Claire and Jamie. On this tour, your guide will take you through some of the most iconic filming locations of the hit TV series Outlander.

Visit some of the dramatic and scenic locations where the hit TV series Outlander was filmed. Tour the Highlands of Scotland and find castles, historic villages, and palaces that were all featured in Outlander, and learn about their real histories from your enthusiastic guide. Travel in comfort in a luxury vehicle on picturesque country roads, and enjoy the views as you pass by forests, lochs, and mountains.

This is the perfect choice for fans of the TV series “Outlander”. Save hours of research time searching for locations that featured in the series, and enjoy a comprehensive itinerary of filming locations. See Doune Castle (Castle Leoch in the series), Linlithgow Palace (Wentworth Prison), Falkland Palace (Inverness), and much more. Along the way, your driver-guide provides interesting commentary and the sights you see.

Visit “Outlander” filming locations with a guide to show you around key historical sites in Scotland on this private tour. Set off from either Edinburgh or Glasgow with a guide who can tell you behind-the-scenes stories and secrets while you sightsee. Travel in a comfortable car with your private group and don’t forget to look out the window to watch the countryside roll by.

Step into Jamie and Claire's Highland world on this small-group tour designed for fans of *Outlander.* Traveling in an air-conditioned vehicle, this specialized adventure handles logistics so you can enjoy sets including Midhope Castle (Lallybroch), Doune Castle where Clan MacKenzie schemed, and Culross, the backdrop for the fictional Cranesmuir.

• Travel in a Luxurious, Mercedes-Benz Premium Minivan. • A Private Day Tour tailored to your preferences. • An Expert Local Guide. • A Door-to-Door Service. Experience the magic of Outlander with this tour of Scotland’s most iconic filming locations! Visit Midhope Castle, known as Lallybroch, Jamie Fraser’s family home, where many heartfelt scenes unfold. Explore Blackness Castle, standing in for Fort William, where Jamie faces Black Jack Randall’s brutality. Wander through Falkland, the village that doubles as Inverness, where Claire and Frank stay and Claire first glimpses Jamie’s ghost. You will also discover Doune Castle, the real-life Castle Leoch, home to Clan MacKenzie and the setting for Claire’s early adventures. Each spot is steeped in history and Outlander legend, making this a must-do for fans eager to walk in the footsteps of their favourite characters.

Experience parts of Scotland most visitors don’t normally think to visit, during this private, one-day Tour. Benefit from your own personal driver who will take you on your private tour and helping you along the way. we are open to adjusting our tour to suit your needs , you can customize this tour to visit your own locations you want to view.

16 clients maximum - Small Group Tour Consistently awarded 5 Star Tour Explore the beautiful Doune Castle, made famous for its use in Outlander. Feed Highland cows at Kilmahog and enjoy a delicious lunch in a cute cafe. Go on a short hike in Balmaha to see panoramic views of Loch Lomond and its islands. Have a stroll around the historic village of Luss and learn of the Viking history within the village.