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The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour from Edinburgh
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The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Experience from Edinburgh
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Highlights
Enjoy a one day tour visiting filming locations of the award-winning TV series, Outlander. Visit castles, palaces and mansions. Explore Linlithgow Palace, Outlander's Wentworth Prison; see Blackness Castle, the Headquarters of Black Jack Randall, and explore the Royal Burgh of Culross, Claire's herb garden; and many more!
Itinerary
Tuilyies Standing Stones
10 minsAdmission Ticket FreeWe stop at the Tullyies Standing Stones for a photo stop.Culross
1 hoursAdmission Ticket FreeWe continue onwards to the Royal Burgh of Culross. This picturesque village is a textbook example of a 17th century village in Scotland. You might recognise the village from Outlander, as it feature as Claire’s herb garden, and the Mercat Cross in the show’s Cranesmuir Village.Doune Castle
1 hours 15 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedWe continue towards Doune Castle (optional extra), which featured as Castle Leoch in Outlander, the seat of Clan MacKenzie. You might also recognise this medieval stronghold from many other different films and tv programmes such as Game of Thrones and Monty Python and the Holy Grail. On our way, we will pass the historic and imposing Stirling Castle, which sits proudly over the city of Stirling, high on volcanic rock.Linlithgow Palace
1 hours 15 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedOur tour then heads south, towards the Royal Burgh of Linlithgow, where you will have time to grab some lunch, and also visit Linlithgow Palace, Outlander’s Wentworth Prison (optional extra). The palace, with it’s impressive grounds overlooking stunning scenery, was originally used as a relaxing retreat for the Royal Family on journeys between Edinburgh and Stirling Castle.Blackness Castle
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedFrom Linlithgow, we travel to Blackness, home to Blackness Castle (optional extra), affectionately known as “the ship that never sailed” due to its triangular shape, which juts out into the Forth. In Outlander, Blackness Castle is used as the set for Fort William, the headquarters of Black Jack Randall. Look down the Forth towards Edinburgh and you will be met with a view of the 3 bridges that span the water.Midhope Castle
1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not IncludedOur final stop of the day depends on the time of year that you travel. In the summer months, we will continue to Midhope Castle (optional extra). This 16th century townhouse was the backdrop to Lallybroch, Jamie Fraser’s family home. Spend time here for photos and soak up the atmosphere and keep an eye out for Jamie, just in case. Should Midhope be closed for filming, or if your tour is in winter, we will instead continue to the Forth Bridges. Spanning 3 centuries of Scottish engineering and innovation, these impressive structures connect the Kingdom of Fife to the Lothians and serve as a vital transport link for the country.Forth Bridge
15 minsAdmission Ticket Not IncludedIf your tour is in winter, we will instead continue to the Forth Bridges. Spanning 3 centuries of Scottish engineering and innovation, these impressive structures connect the Kingdom of Fife to the Lothians and serve as a vital transport link for the country.
What's included
INCLUDED
Air-conditioned vehicle
Live commentary on board
Knowledgeable driver-guide
NOT INCLUDED
Food and drinks
Attraction Tickets
Gratuities
Restroom on board
WiFi on board
Customer reviews
Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age is 4 years old.
Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
Midhope Castle is open Apr-Sept only
Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus.
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Digital translations in English, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Russian & Mandarin available on request.
Please arrive a minimum of 15 minutes before your tour's departure time.
Please note from October 2024 this tour will have a new itinerary, which will visit the following places: Tuilyies Standing Stones, Culross, Doune Castle, Linlithgow, Blackness Castle, Midhope Castle (in Summer) Forth Bridges (in Winter and when Midhope Castle is not accessible)
Location
Address
Near Abercorn, South Queensferry, United Kingdom EH52 6QZ
Provider
Timberbush Tours