The Best & Most Famous Scottish Castles | VisitScotland
WEBAs integral to the Scottish landscape as its lochs and mountains, the country’s castles rank amongst the most iconic in the world. There were once up to 3,000 castles in Scotland, so it's tough for us to narrow down our favourites!
25 Best Castles in Scotland You Need to Visit + Map - Chasing …
WEBJan 10, 2024 · Discover 25 fairytale must-visit castles in Scotland. Includes Edinburgh Castle, Dunrobin Castle, Eilean Donan Castle, Dunnottar Castle.
12 Best Castles in Scotland That You Should Visit
WEBFeb 26, 2024 · It may seem challenging to narrow down your list into a manageable itinerary. To help you, we’ve compiled the best castles in Scotland that you won’t want to miss, from seaside fortress to medieval palaces. Explore these sights the easy way by taking a tour featuring Scottish castles. 1.
The Most Striking Castles in Scotland - History Hit
WEBAug 26, 2021 · The ultimate guide to the best castles of Scotland, from Edinburgh Castle to the beautifully picturesque Dunrobin and more, includes an interactive map of Scottish castles. Nestled amongst Scotland's stunning landscapes and historic cities are a number of grand castles.
Scotland’s 8 best castles - Lonely Planet
WEBAug 6, 2022 · Scotland’s turbulent history of battles in the glens has bequeathed the country a magnificent selection of castles, with the added bonus of its rugged… From Edinburgh to Eilean Donan, the best castles for fascinating history, beautiful architecture, rugged settings, royal heritage and gory stories.
17 Best Castles in Scotland - PlanetWare
WEBMay 11, 2023 · Famous for having been the setting of William Shakespeare's Macbeth, Glamis Castle is in many ways the classic Scottish fortress. Featuring tall battlements with imposing turrets, this grand castle dates from the 15th century and also boasts a …
14 Beautiful Castles in Scotland to Visit - Travel
WEBDec 12, 2023 · 14 Beautiful Castles in Scotland — From Cliffside Ruins to Present-day Royal Homes. These Scottish castles offer fascinating history, stunning architecture, and sweeping grounds.
20 of the Best Castles in Scotland - History Hit
WEBOct 1, 2019 · Scotland is famous for its castles. With well over 2,000 spread across the country, there is a huge variety to choose from wherever you are. These are 20 of the best castles in Scotland. 1. Bothwell Castle, south-east of Glasgow, was founded in the late 13 th century by the Murrays and changed hands several times in the Wars of Independence.
13 Best Castles to Visit in Scotland (w/Visitor Details and Map)
WEBFebruary 09, 2023 by Jan Skovajsa. Scotland’s castles were one of the top things I was looking forward to seeing in the Scotland and boy was I not disappointed! They are some of the most dramatic castles in the world —usually perched on top of a cliff with the roaring sea below and rugged mountains or green pastures in the background.
Castles to Visit in Scotland - Days Out & Tours | VisitScotland
WEBScotland’s islands are home to some of the country’s most captivating castles. Choose from a diverse array of castles spanning everything from romantic, windswept ruins to extravagant pleasure palaces from the Victorian era.