Outlander Private Tour
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Outlander Private Tour worth booking?
Outlander Private Tour is a 8-hour experience in Edinburgh, United Kingdom, from $886 per person. It scores 51 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 51 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $886 per person
The Outlander Tour is perfect for all Outlander fans, young or old, and is simply the best way to visit some of the most iconic Outlander filming locations which are also stunning real life ancient villages and castles steeped in history and legend in their own right! All Outlander fans will recognise these fictitious Outlander locations: Lallybroch, Fort William, Wentworth Prison, Castle Leoch, Cranesmuir/Claires Herb Garden, Port of Le Havre, Benedictine monastery/Abbey St Anne de Beaupre and 1940's Inverness and you can look forward to learning where the scenes were shot and the history of these amazing locations and stand on the very same ground as Jamie and Claire once did way back in time!
What you get
About this experience
The Outlander Tour is perfect for all Outlander fans, young or old, and is simply the best way to visit some of the most iconic Outlander filming locations which are also stunning real life ancient villages and castles steeped in history and legend in their own right! All Outlander fans will recognise these fictitious Outlander locations: Lallybroch, Fort William, Wentworth Prison, Castle Leoch, Cranesmuir/Claires Herb Garden, Port of Le Havre, Benedictine monastery/Abbey St Anne de Beaupre and 1940's Inverness and you can look forward to learning where the scenes were shot and the history of these amazing locations and stand on the very same ground as Jamie and Claire once did way back in time!
What's included
Included
- Bottled water
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- All Entrance Fees
What you'll see and do
Midhope Castle
Explore Midhope Castle on the Hopetoun Estate which was used as Lallybroch, Jamie Fraser's ancestral home!
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Blackness Castle
Blackness Castle is an impressive 15th-century fortress. It was used in Outlander to represent Fort William, where Jamie received lashes from Captain Randall. It is also where Jamie’s father died, having to endure watching his son being punished. Later, in the season 1 mid-season finale, Jamie breaks into the castle, rescuing Claire from the hands of Black Jack, jumping into the water below.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Linlithgow Palace
Linlithgow Palace, was used to represent the infamous Wentworth Prison. It is here that Jamie is tortured and raped by Captain ‘Black Jack’ Randall. The Jamie torture and rape scenes were primarily shot at the Wardpark Studios in Cumbernauld, however some parts of the palace were used for filming and include a staircase and some “basement” rooms. In Episode 1.15, we see Claire scurrying about trying to remain undetected while she searches for Jamie in some of the dungeon “prison cells.” A short scene was also filmed at the entrance/gatehouse of the palace, where Claire emerges and meets Murtagh who catches her as she faints from illness.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Doune Castle
Appearing in many season 1 episodes of Outlander, Doune Castle is used as Castle Leoch, the seat of Clan Mackenzie. It is here that we are introduced to many important characters, including Murtagh, Mrs Fitz and Laoghaire MacKenzie as well as Colum MacKenzie, Laird of the Clan, his wife Letitia and their son Hamish. Much of the castle was used in filming. The huge courtyard, and great hall were used to great effect, as well as the surrounding grounds. One interesting exception was the Doune Castle kitchen. A set was built to exactly replicate the castle’s kitchen, to help make filming easier. Outlander fans first see Doune Castle when Frank and Claire visit the ruins of Castle Leoch. The next time we see the MacKenzine fortress, is when Claire is taken there by Dougal and after being rescued from “Black Jack” and helping Jamie with his injury.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Culross
The lovely town of Culross, in Fife, in has been used in several Outlander episodes. The Mercat Cross square, the Study House, the gardens of the palace and the West Kirk outside the village were all used for outlander filming locations. The square at the Mercat Cross was used in many scenes, including to hang Gellis (and nearly Clare) as witches and a squeamish scene involving an ear and a pillory! The buildings around the Mercat Cross square were painted blue for filming and ‘The Study’ house, (built in 1610 for a wealthy Culross merchant) became home to Gellis Duncan. The garden at Culross Palace also stood in for the herb gardens of Castle Leoch, and palace’s Withdrawing Room as Gellis’s parlour. Nearby, Culross West Kirk is the creepy Black Kirk. The town is best remembered as being used as Cranesmuir in season 1.
60 minutes here
Aberdour Castle and Gardens
In the novel ‘Outlander’, Jamie is rescued from Wentworth Prison after being at the hands of Black Jack Randall. In the second novel ‘Dragonfly in Amber’ Jamie is taken to the Abbey St Anne de Beaupré in France. However, in series one, episode 16 ‘To ransom a man’s soul’, once Jamie is rescued from Wentworth, he is taken to an Abbey in Scotland to recover from his injuries. It’s here that Claire fixes Jamie’s hand and confesses her time travel to the priest. Aberdour Castle grounds and the castle itself plays the Abbey in Scotland.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Dysart Harbour & Harbourmaster's House
In series 2, episode 1, ‘Through a Glass, Darkly’, Claire and Jamie arrive in Le Havre in France with Murtagh. Previously, they rescued Jamie from Wentworth Prison after he was at the hands of Black Jack Randall and they escaped to Paris. Le Havre is where Jamie and Claire discuss changing the future and Claire sees some of the Sainte German’s men with the smallpox being taken into a warehouse on the port. This warehouse happens to be Jamie’s cousin Jared’s storehouse. The Harbourmasters house and the West side of Dysart Harbour were used to represent the port of Le Havre.
30 minutes here · Admission not included
Falkland
Falkland, a small town in the Kingdom of Fife was used to portray the city of Inverness in the Outlander series. Claire and Frank arrive there on their second honeymoon and meet Mrs Baird, the somewhat mysterious owner of their bed and breakfast, as well as the local minister, Reverend Wakefield. Like Frank and Claire, you can drive into town and park on High Street across from Mrs Baird’s B & B, the real life Covenanter Hotel.
45 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 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 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Edinburgh Tours in a Taxi
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Midhope Castle - £7 per person Blackness Castle - £7.50pp Linlithgow Palace - £8.00pp Doune Castle - £10pp Aberdour Castle - £7.50
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Outlander Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
An unforgettable Outlander day in Scotland
What an absolutely fantastic day! Our private Outlander tour with Ross from E2G Tours was one of the real highlights of our cruise. Ross picked us up right on time at 8:00 am at Hawes Pier in South Queensferry and from the very beginning everything felt relaxed, personal and perfectly organised. We visited wonderful Outlander filming locations including Culross, Doune Castle, Linlithgow Palace, Blackness Castle and, of course, Midhope Castle – Lallybroch! What we especially appreciated was that this was not just a quick photo-stop tour. We already had tickets for Doune Castle and were able to spend around 90 minutes exploring it properly. We also had about an hour at Blackness Castle, which gave us plenty of time to really enjoy the location and take everything in. Ross was friendly, knowledgeable, flexible and very easy-going. He gave us plenty of time at every stop, shared interesting stories along the way and never made us feel rushed. And then came an unexpected extra highlight: Ross also took us to see the Kelpies. We hadn’t planned this at all, so it was a brilliant surprise and made an already amazing day even better. The whole tour felt much more like exploring Scotland with someone who genuinely enjoys showing you the country than simply being driven from one attraction to the next. As cruise passengers, timing was obviously very important to us, and Ross handled it perfectly. We were back at Hawes Pier at around 2:30 pm, comfortably ahead of schedule. That even gave us enough time to stroll through South Queensferry afterwards and enjoy some haggis before heading back to the ship. If you are an Outlander fan, visiting Scotland by cruise ship, or simply want a fantastic private day tour, we can wholeheartedly recommend Ross and E2G Tours. Thank you, Ross, for an unforgettable day. We loved every minute of it!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 51
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Outlander Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Edinburgh.
How much does Outlander Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $886 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 Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 51 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Edinburgh, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Outlander Private Tour?
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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 Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Outlander Private Tour?
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Around 0 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-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Outlander Private Tour 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 Private Tour?
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Included: Bottled water; and In-vehicle air conditioning. Not included: All Entrance Fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Outlander Private Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 80 listed pickup locations in and around Edinburgh. Be ready about 10 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Outlander Private Tour 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 Private Tour?
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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.
Is Outlander Private Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap; and Transportation options are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Outlander Private Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Edinburgh. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
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