Scotland has thousands of castles and castle ruins, scattered across the country. But what are the best castles in Scotland to visit? I personally love visiting castles — it feels like stepping into a fairytale or getting lost in a time long past. Touring a castle is a must while visiting Scotland. And now that …
Is Inverness on your Scotland itinerary? It should be! Even just one or two days in Inverness will be time well spent in this gorgeous, walkable city. I couldn’t get enough of Inverness, so much so that I stayed for six days! I loved walking along the cobblestone streets, getting lost in the Victorian market, …
Dunnottar Castle can be seen — free of charge — from several beautiful viewpoints near the car park. Its dramatic clifftop location makes for stunning photos. But is it worth paying to see inside Dunnottar Castle? Yes, it absolutely is worth it. From far away, Dunnottar Castle might seem like just a pile of ruins, …
For Outlander fans, your trip to Scotland won’t be complete without visiting a couple iconic Outlander filming locations. Outlander was filmed all over Scotland — from Edinburgh’s Royal Mile to standing stones in the Highlands. So which sites are worth your time? I’ve been lucky enough to visit many Outlander locations in Scotland, and I’ve …
Blair Castle is surely beautiful in all seasons but there’s something special about it in autumn. I visited Blair Castle in October after searching for the best autumn castle in Scotland. Well, Google, you were right, because Blair Castle is absolutely amazing in the fall, an autumn wonderland. It fulfilled all my autumn Scottish dreams, …
Isle of Skye is absolutely breathtaking. But there are so many Isle of Skye tours offered — some departing from Edinburgh, others from Inverness. Some are 1-day tours, some are 3+ days long. Which Isle of Skye tour should you choose? How long do you really need in Skye? I’ve gotten to travel to Isle …
Oh to be a duchess in a castle like this … Dunrobin Castle is a gorgeous castle in the Scottish Highlands, about an hour’s drive from Inverness. It’s a perfect day trip from Inverness for those interested in exploring historic castles. And boy, does this castle have history. I joined a day tour with Rabbie’s …
You can see Eilean Donan Castle from the parking lot. Many don’t even bother paying an entrance fee and will just take their photos of the castle from outside. But is it worth the time, money, and energy to go inside Eilean Donan Castle? About Eilean Donan Castle Eilean Donan is one of the most …
If you’re looking for castles on the Isle of Skye, Dunvegan Castle is the ultimate one to visit. Dunvegan Castle is famous for its historical significance on the Isle of Skye, its beautiful architecture, and its Fairy Flag and fairy lore. I highly, highly recommend adding it to your Isle of Skye itinerary. Dunvegan Castle …
Inverness, Scotland is a gorgeous, walkable city that feels small despite being the capital of the Scottish Highlands and one of the fastest growing cities in the U.K. During my six-night stay in Inverness, I loved walking along the cobblestone streets, getting lost in the Victorian market, and learning about the history around every corner …
