Doune Castle / Castle Leoch
Doune Castle was built in the 14th century to seat Scotland’s uncrowned King Regent Albany, and the medieval courtyards of the castle showcase the regent’s rich tastes. The castle has one of Scotland’s best-preserved great halls and a stunning 100ft (30m) gatehouse.
Doune Castle served as the setting for Outlander’s Castle Leoch and is highlighted in several key scenes across the first season of the show. In the 18th century episodes, Castle Leoch is the home of Colum Mackenzie and his clan. At the beginning of the series, Claire and Frank pay a visit to Castle Leoch on a day trip, only to discover the castle is in ruins. Doune Castle also hosted the scene where Claire, Jamie and Dougal’s party approach the castle courtyard.
Doune Castle is more than just the home of Castle Leoch, as it was also the backdrop of Winterfell in the GOT TV series and was also seen in Monty Python and the Holy Grail.
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Visit this location on one of these tours:
Outlander Adventure 1-Day Tour from Glasgow
From €82 per personOutlander Adventure 1-Day Tour from Edinburgh
From €94 per person
Outlander Explorer Tour from Edinburgh – with Doune Castle Entry
From €78 per personFilming Locations of Scotland Private Tour
From €822 per groupOutlander Private Experience from Edinburgh
From €822 per groupOutlander Locations Private Tour from Edinburgh
From €908 per vehicleOutlander Explorer Tour from Edinburgh
From €61 per personOutlander 5-Day Tour of Scotland
From €2.150 per personOutlander 3-Day Tour
From €345 per person
