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The Outlander 1 Day Experience

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Overview

We take you on a journey to some of the most famous scenes from the hit series visiting the locations that lets you step back in time through unchanged, ancient villages, hearing all the history and seeing the sights which inspired the famous TV show. You may have read the books and seen the show but nothing compares to experiencing it all yourself, a must for fans! CONTAINS SPOLIERS!

Midhope Castle is only available March-December
On occasions BLACKNESS CASTLE may be substituted for DOUNE CASTLE

What's Included

  • Central Edinburgh city centre drop offs
  • Guided Tour with a Fully Trained and Experienced Driver/Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fees
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23-27 Waterloo Place
Edinburgh EH1 3BG, UK

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Falkland

The stand in for Inverness and where Claire & Frank honeymoon
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Royal Burgh of Culross

Culross – Several parts of Culross are used to depict the village of Cranesmuir, predominantly for season 1 of Outlander. Of note is the Mercat Cross (located in the centre of Culross). This is where Geillis Duncan’s house is, where Jamie frees the young thief that has been ‘pinned to the post’ and where Geillis is carried off to burn for witchcraft. Also very recently in season 4 when Briana encounters Laoghaire and Joanie on her way to seek passage to America, Joanie and Briana can be seen tending the garden outside a house which is close to the Mercat Cross, however the interior of Laoghaire’s home is represented by the interior of the nearby Culross palace.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Doune Castle

Doune Castle (optional extra), which featured as Castle Leoch in Outlander. You might also recognise this medieval Castle from many other different films and tv programmes such as Game of Thrones and Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
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45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Linlithgow Palace

Linlithgow Palace – Linlithgow Palace – These hugely impressive ruins were the birthplace of several monarchs, but the most notable was Mary Queen of Scots. .The foreboding shell of Linlithgow Palace dates back to the 12th century. It is used as the set for the infamous Wentworth Prison in Outlander. This is where Jamie was held prisoner and tortured by Black Jack Randall, one of the most intense scenes filmed during the TV series. Have you spotted the Palace in the new 2018 blockbuster movie 'Outlaw King' about Robert The Bruce.The Palace is centrally located in the town of Linlithgow where there will be plenty of choices for lunch.
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1 hour 20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Midhope Castle

Midhope Castle –We finish our Outlander Experience tour with a photo opportunity at one of the most iconic sets in the series. This humble 16th century tower house is none other than Lallybroach, the home of Jamie Fraser.Any fan of Outlander will immediately recognise the archway entrance. 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 making your Outlander Experience complete.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Forth Bridge (pass by)

Journey back to Edinburgh with beautiful views over the Forth Bridges.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You can update your reservation by emailing the information or contacting us on arrival to Edinburgh.
  • On occasions DOUNE CASTLE may be substituted for BLACKNESS CASTLE
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the The Outlander 1 Day Experience?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Central Edinburgh city centre drop offs
  • Guided Tour with a Fully Trained and Experienced Driver/Guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance Fees

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • You can update your reservation by emailing the information or contacting us on arrival to Edinburgh.
  • Midhope Castle is only available March-Nov, with some occasional dates in December
  • On occasions DOUNE CASTLE may be substituted for BLACKNESS CASTLE
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 48 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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