5 must see Scottish castles

Located in the capital of Scotland, the castle is overlooking the city from the very high hill and one of the most important castles in the history of Scotland. The forth is a military base, home of the royal family, Britain’s most besieged castle. It also home for the “Honours of Scotland” or Royal Jewels are Britain’s oldest jewels. 

By purchasing an online ticket, you can visit Edinburgh Castle. Ticket prices for visiting the historic castle starts from £15.50. Of course, it is useful to browse the official website before you visit.

Stirling Castle, one of the castles that has an important place in the history of Scots. It has hosted many kings and queens throughout history. One of them, and maybe the most important could be Queen Mary. In addition to being a castle visited by royal families for hunting, it is often centrally located for the government. Stirling Castle can be fun destination for you with its wonderful view and activities. 

Even if it’s close these days because of the pandemic, it would be useful to visit their official website. Ticket fees starts from £14 for adults. 

If you are Shakespeare’s fan, you should visit the castles which give for his Macbeth’s muse. Located in the city that bears its name, Glamis Castle has witnessed more than a thousand years of history and also the place where The Queen Mother, the Queen Elizabeth 2nd’s mother born and spent her childhood years. Perhaps, you just want to see its wonderful garden and scenery. Whichever the reason, it is forbidden to enter there without making an appointment in advance. 

If you don’t want to go and see it but just take a peek via virtual tour, unfortunately, it is also paid. Here you can check the official website and make an appointment before you go. 

Pink, small in size, perhaps not very well known Craigievar Castle inspired the Walt Disney’s Cindrella castle. With its garden and not using electric lights on its upper floor, the castle really seems and feels as fairy tale. Craigievar Castle used as home until 1960s, but it has became one of Scotland’s tourist attractions with its historical background. 

There is no official website for this small castle but you can find the website here, where you can also find other castles included in the “Natural Trust” list. 

This castle’s scenery can be considered as one of Scotland’s signature sights. The castles history dates back to the 6th century. Although it became a castle in the 13th century, it is located quite an important point where three gulfs meet and for this strategical location, doesn’t surprise anyone about its history. Although it became a castle in the 13th century, it is located quite an important point where three gulfs meet and for this strategical location, doesn’t surprise anyone about its history. Castle is out of service because of the pandemic but you can look at its scenery and its surroundings with a webcam. You can find it here. 

There are many places to visit in Scotland and many opportunities to learn about medieval architecture and the stories about royal families. If you like to study in Scotland and learn more by living there, you can join Scotland Universities Online Fair or, you can reach out to IDP’s expert counsellors.