The Best & Most Famous Scottish Castles | VisitScotland
As 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! Here’s our …
List of Castles in Scotland - Historic UK
From Muness, the most northerly castle in the United Kingdom on the Shetland Islands, to Edinburgh Castle with its fabulous Scottish Crown Jewels, we’ve scoured the country to bring you one of the most complete lists of castles in Scotland on the internet.
List of castles in Scotland - Wikipedia
There have been well over two thousand castles in Scotland, although many are known only through historical records. They are found in all parts of the country although tower houses and peel towers are concentrated along the border with England, while the best examples of larger Renaissance-era tower houses are clustered in the north-east.
25 Best Castles in Scotland You Need to Visit + Map - Chasing …
Jan 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
Feb 26, 2024 · To help you, we’ve compiled the best castles in Scotland that you won’t want to miss, from seaside fortress to medieval palaces. 1. Edinburgh Castle. Best for: sightseeing in Scotland’s capital city. Easily one of Scotland’s well-known attractions, Edinburgh Castle sits proudly above the city from its craggy, hilltop location on Castle Rock.
Scottish Castles: Here are 14 of the best castles to visit in Scotland ...
Nov 17, 2023 · Here you can find some of the most beautiful fortresses in the world, with rich histories and breathtaking scenic backdrops. Each of them tells its own tale of our nation, century after century –...
14 Beautiful Castles in Scotland to Visit - Travel
Nov 24, 2024 · 14 Beautiful Castles in Scotland — From Cliffside Ruins to Present-day Royal Homes. These Scottish castles offer fascinating history, stunning architecture, and sweeping grounds.
Castles to Visit in Scotland - Days Out & Tours | VisitScotland
Scotland’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.
Scotland’s 8 best castles - Lonely Planet
Aug 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.
15 Best Castles in Scotland to Visit in 2024 - The Planet D
Jun 11, 2024 · Looking for the best castles in Scotland to visit on your next trip? From Edinburgh Castle to Eilean Donan Castle these are the top castles in Scotland.