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Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour

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Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour
Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour

At a glance

Duration
9 hours
Price from
$83 / person
Location
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Rating
4.8 / 5 · 530 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Small group, up to 32
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Timberbush Tours
Meeting point
Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park.What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works

Description

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!

Schedule & prices

Runs
Every day
Start times
8:45 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 17–59)
$83
Senior (ages 60+)
$81
Child (ages 4–16)
$81

Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.

From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.

Tour Options

The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Experience from Edinburgh

Itinerary

10 min

We stop at the Tullyies Standing Stones for a photo stop.

Culross
60 min

We 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
Admission not included75 min

We 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
Admission not included75 min

Our 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
Admission not included60 min

From 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
Admission not included60 min

Our 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
Admission not included15 min

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.

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

Traveller Ratings

4.8
530 reviews
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How it compares in Edinburgh

  • Starting price $83 is 80% below the typical $409 for tours of similar length in Edinburgh

Excurgo comparison of 1,239 Viator tours, recalculated daily.

Important Information

  • 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.

Cancellation

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

1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund

Frequently asked questions

How long does Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour take?

Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.

How much does Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour cost?

Prices start at $83 per person for this Edinburgh experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.

What days does Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour run?

According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:45 AM.

How much does Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour cost for children?

Children aged 4–16 pay from $81, adults from $83.

Can I cancel Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour for free?

Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.

Where does the tour start?

The meeting point is Our Edinburgh tours depart from Castle Terrace, Edinburgh EH1 2EW, outside the NCP Car Park. What3Words Address: ///casino.cove.works. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.

What languages is Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour offered in?

The experience is available in EN.

Is this a private or a group tour?

It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 32 participants.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark the bus.

Will my booking be confirmed immediately?

Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.

Is Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour worth it?

Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 530 verified reviews; it is run by Timberbush Tours.

Reviews(530)

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James_N
September 29, 2026
Great Day

Scott our driver/tour guide - 5 stars!!! Kept the ride interesting with history, music, and trivia. Linlithgow Castle needed more time due to it being a meal stop for lunch. Had to rush through the palace to see everything and make it to bus in time. Did not realize Mid Hope Castle/Lallybroch is only one room; however it is still an iconic location to take pics at. Overall it was worth the time and money. The castles were great to explore and see on location spots of Outlander.

Operator response

Thank you for your detailed review! We're delighted you enjoyed the Edinburgh Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour and that Scott's mix of history, music and trivia kept the journey entertaining. We appreciate your feedback about timing at Linlithgow Palace and will share it with the team. It's wonderful to hear the castles and Outlander locations made the tour worthwhile.

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Stacey_D
September 29, 2026
Exceptional experience, ...

Exceptional experience, loved all the history of each location and surrounding areas. Linda was fantastic.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review, Stacey! We're delighted you enjoyed discovering the history behind each location on our Edinburgh, Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour. It's fantastic to hear Linda helped make the experience so memorable. Thank you for choosing Timberbush Tours, and we hope to welcome you back for another Scottish adventure soon!

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S2440NCsamanthak
September 28, 2026
Outlander Tour

We had Sean for our guide. 10/10. The trip was well organized, there were many stops an I felt like we had plenty of time at each location. Sean was a top notch guide. He had facts for days on all the locations, scotland an so much more. He made sure no man left behind. We did 12 miles worth of steps bur it was all worth the price.

Operator response

Hi there, Thank you for leaving us a great review! We are so glad that you had a wonderful time on tour with your driver-guide, Sean. We will be sure to let them know that you thoroughly enjoyed your tour! It sounds like you got to see some amazing scenery! We hope to welcome you back soon to show you more Scottish scenery! Kind regards, Hannah

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U4157ARjacquelines
September 28, 2026
Fantastic

Had a great time loved the experience, Didn't disappoint, visualising the scenes has made me want to watch outlanders again.

Operator response

Thank you for your review! We're delighted you had such a great time on our Edinburgh, Outlander Tour. It's fantastic to hear the locations brought the Outlander story to life and inspired you to watch the series again. Thank you for choosing Timberbush Tours, and we hope to welcome you back on another adventure soon!

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erincC8150QI
September 26, 2026
Excellent Outlander tour

I went on an Outlander tour guided by Brodie today, and I’d highly recommend it to anyone that loves the show and wants to learn more about Scotland’s historical gems. We started in the quaint town of Culross before visiting multiple castles and filming locations, where we snapped photos, fed highland cows, talked to staff, and had a good wander. Nothing ever felt rushed (we even had time to shop and sightsee during our lunch break!), and we all got to learn more about Scotland while getting fun recommendations from Brodie. It was a great way to explore on a Saturday afternoon!

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour with Brodie. It’s great to hear you loved exploring Culross, the castles and filming locations, as well as meeting Highland cows along the way. We're especially pleased the relaxed pace and Brodie’s recommendations helped make the day so memorable with Timberbush Tours.

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Lauren_R
September 26, 2026
Our guide, Linda, was...

Our guide, Linda, was great! Very friendly and knowledgeable! We had a great time visiting all the different sites. Only complaint was the “standing stones” were just a stop off the side of the road that were behind a fence. You couldn’t get close to them.

Operator response

Thank you for your review! We're delighted to hear you had a great time on the Edinburgh: Outlander Tour and that Linda's friendly, knowledgeable guiding helped make the day so enjoyable. Thanks for choosing Timberbush Tours!

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Alin_U
September 20, 2026
First bad tur with Viator in 6-7 years

Very rude driver all from tour waits to finish faster . He make us to wait 30 mins in a location and says sorry it happened . Bad jokes about all countries and at final don’t forget belongings or u will see on amazon tomorrow and don’t make to clean after u peoples

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback for your tour. We're sorry to hear the experience did not meet your expectations and would be keen to know more details. If you could please contact us directly on tours@timberbushtours.com we would be grateful. Best wishes, Steve

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Michelle_B
September 20, 2026
Outlander Experience

Karis was a great tour guide! Very knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely take an another tour that she was the guide for.

Operator response

Thank you for your lovely review! We're delighted you enjoyed The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour from Edinburgh. It's wonderful to hear that Karis's knowledge and friendly approach made such a positive impression, and we'll be sure to pass on your kind words. We hope to welcome you back on another Timberbush Tours adventure soon!

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VIcki_G
September 17, 2026
Castle fan loved these locations!

The locations and castles were fascinating! I'm not an Outlander watcher, but I love the castles. Brodie the Timberbush tour driver did a really nice job explaining the history and the significance of each location in the Outlander series. There was time for lunch and bathroom stops as well. Highly recommend! Plan to bring a rain- coat/waterproof shoes and for some potentially slippery walking areas.

Operator response

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed exploring the castles and fascinating locations on our Edinburgh: The Outlander, Palaces & Jacobites Tour. It's great to hear that Brodie's historical insights brought each site to life, even for a castle fan rather than an Outlander viewer. Thanks for recommending Timberbush Tours, and we hope to welcome you again soon!

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Kerry_W
September 15, 2026
Very good tour, especially for Outlander fans

The highlights were Culross, a beautiful little village, and, of course, Midhope Castle (Lallybroch). I think the amount of time at each location was sufficient, considering how many stops had to be squeezed into one day. Vix was a very good guide but I had hoped for more commentary and inside stories about the show.

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