
Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 1,285 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh worth booking?
Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh is a 8.3-hour experience in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, from $127 per person. It scores 85 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Exceptional”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 1,285 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 85 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (1,285)
- Duration
- 8.3 hours
- From
- $127 per person
Entrance to *Doune and Blackness Castles included in tour price. Take this time-travelling adventure through a fantastic array of Outlander sights on a small group day trip from Edinburgh. With a maximum group size of 16 passengers, you are sure to have a memorable and personal experience on this special day trip for fans of the show and history lovers.
What you get
About this experience
Entrance to *Doune and Blackness Castles included in tour price. Take this time-travelling adventure through a fantastic array of Outlander sights on a small group day trip from Edinburgh. With a maximum group size of 16 passengers, you are sure to have a memorable and personal experience on this special day trip for fans of the show and history lovers.
What's included
Included
- Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach
- Admission fees - Doune Castle included in tour price
- The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide
- Admission fees - Blackness Castle included in tour price
- Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers)
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Admission fees unless specified
What you'll see and do
Midhope Castle
Midhope Castle is your next highlight. Unfortunately, visitors are unable to go inside the castle, but Jamie’s lovely Lallybroch home is still an essential photo opportunity for any fan of the show. Jamie’s family home, Lallybroch, is as lovely as it looks in the show.
20 minutes here · Admission not included
Blackness Castle
Blackness Castle entrance included in tour price. The tough-looking castle looks like it could fend off an entire empire. And in Outlander, it impersonates Fort William.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Linlithgow Palace
Next is Linlithgow Palace, the birthplace of Mary, Queen of Scots, also known as Wentworth Prison. Here, you can have lunch, explore the town, or wander around the loch.
75 minutes here · Admission not included
Doune Castle
*Doune Castle entrance included in tour price. In Outlander, it’s the fictional Castle Leoch. And in reality, it’s a stunning castle with a tall gate house, an impressive great hall, and lovely views of the River Teith.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Culross
Finally, we head to Culross, a virtually unchanged 16th-century village that represents the fictional town of Cranesmuir. You can visit Claire's herb garden, explore the palace, or wander the ancient streets, imagining life 400 years ago.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Edinburgh
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure)
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rabbies Trail Burners
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We apologise, but we cannot accommodate children under 5 years old on our tours. Children under 18 need to be accompanied by an adult. Please note that if this policy is not followed, we will have to refuse travel without issuing a refund. Thank you for understanding.
- Luggage Allowance: You're restricted to 20kg (44lbs) of luggage per person. This should be one piece of luggage similar to an airline carry-on bag (approximately 55cm x 45cm x 25cm / 22in x 17in x 10in) plus one small bag for onboard personal items.
- Check in closes 15 minutes prior to departure
- Doune Castle – We reserve tickets for you. Included in tour price.
- Blackness Castle – We reserve tickets for you.Included in the tour price .
- Midhope Castle - We reserve tickets for you. If you want to visit this attraction, please purchase your ticket whilst on tour.
- In order to retain the integrity of the tour and try to ensure that all our customers have the best possible experience, we do cap bookings from any one party to 8 passengers.
- Culross Palace is closed over the winter months. Tickets are not included in the tour price.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,284 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Food and drink
2 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Traveler reviews
1,284 verified traveler reviews for Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Outlandishly fun!
Rico (Richard) was not only a great story teller but a hoot. He was prepared with photos from the show, stories about kilts and kelpies and historical facts. The castles and towns were wonderful with a little Monty Python to boot! I highly recommend this for fans as well as castles lovers. What a great and memorable day. Thanks Rico!
via Viator
Outlander Tour
Shea is a great tour guide. She has a great personality and very energetic! The tour itself was a great experience and the landscape along the journey was unbelievable. The castles are all worth visiting!
via Viator
Outlander Adventure out of Edinburgh
On October 13, my wife and I took the Outlander Adventure tour with Rabbie's out of Edinburgh. Our tour began at the Edinburgh Bus Station. The tour operator was very easy to find with numerous employees in Rabbie's vests ready to greet us and get us checked in. I was surprised to learn that our driver would also be our guide for the day. While he did an excellent job getting us to all the different sites safely and efficiently, I could tell he had to consistently shift his focus between us guests and the road. At times, he would have to stop in the middle of a story to pay attention to traffic. Our particular guide was also quite soft-spoken. This, in combination with the rough quality of the bus's sound system, made it difficult to make out what he was saying at times. That being said, I was impressed with his ability to retain so much information about the locations we visited. He talked a bit about each location's history and its connection to the Outlander series. I can't imagine there's a much better one-day itinerary for an Outlander tour based out of Edinburgh. We visited Midhope Castle (Lallybroch), Blackness Castle (Fort William), Linlithgow (Wentworth Prison), Doune Castle (Castle Leoch), and Culross (Cranesmuir). I was blown away by the similarity between the real-life locations and their depictions in the show. If you want to feel like you're stepping into the Outlander show, this is the way to do it. Culross and Blackness Castle in particular are quite stunning. I loved that during the tour, our guide would play music from Outlander and Braveheart. It was a nice touch that added some atmosphere. Also, during our journey back to Edinburgh, he pointed out some real ancient standing stones in a farmer's field off the roadway which were pretty neat to see! Overall, the tour was a great experience. The only thing that would have made it better was if there was a driver and guide team leading the tour rather than having one person fill both roles. I'd also recommend purchasing your entry to Doune Castle with Rabbie's in advance. You can purchase your tickets at the site, but on the day we went it was already filled to capacity so they stopped selling tickets.
via Tripadvisor
Perfection!
Lauren was an awesome Rabbie’s guide. Not only did she have the Outlander filming knowledge (specific film locations at each site plus personal tidbits), she also gave great historical background info for each site. Historical and Outlander stories filled the travel time between locations and in the down time her personally created Outlander playlist filled the bus. Great time and the hubby enjoyed Doune Castle recreating the infamous scene.
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous tour!!!
This is a great tour! So fun seeing the places from the series and to learn some of the unknown bits of filming. It’s also a great trip to see castles and learn some history. Rich (aka Rico) was fabulous! Funny, energetic, knowledgeable and super helpful. I highly recommend this tour and Rich!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 8.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 450
- Verdict
- Exceptional
Who runs this experience
Operated by Rabbies Trail Burners, who run 61 experiences we rank across 6 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 70.1 and 9 in the 90+ Club.
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Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Edinburgh.
How much does Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh cost?
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Prices start at $127 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Edinburgh usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh take?
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Plan for about 8.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Edinburgh is not rushed.
Is Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 85 out of 100, which we label "Exceptional". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 1,285 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Edinburgh, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh?
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Around 450 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Edinburgh can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Edinburgh and add a light layer if any part of the 8.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Edinburgh within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Edinburgh?
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On Outty we rank every Edinburgh experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Chocolatarium Chocolate Tour Experience in Edinburgh, The Mountebank Comedy Walk of Edinburgh, Edinburgh Old Town: Historical Guided Walking Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Edinburgh?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Edinburgh?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh?
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Included: Top range 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach; Admission fees - Doune Castle included in tour price; The stories and services of an English-speaking driver-guide; Admission fees - Blackness Castle included in tour price; and Small Group Tour (maximum 16 passengers). Not included: Gratuities; Food and drinks, unless specified; and Admission fees unless specified. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh?
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Please meet your Rabbie's guide inside the Edinburgh Bus Station, Gate J and Gate K, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, EH1 3DQ (Check in closes 15 minutes before departure) Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh?
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Across 1,285 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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