Quick Summary:

  • What role do castles play in the Scottish landscape?
    • Castles are an integral part of the Scottish landscape, with experts believing that Scotland was once home to more than 3000 castles.
  • How many castles remain in Scotland?
    • Although many castles are no longer standing, there are still plenty remaining for visitors to explore.
  • What types of castles can visitors explore in Scotland?
    • Visitors can explore a variety of castles, including moody ruins perched on clifftops, rugged fortresses in the Highlands, and the homes of Earls and Dukes.
  • What attracts visitors to Scotland's castles?
    • Whether you're a history enthusiast, a medieval artifact buff, or someone who enjoys the beauty of the rugged Scottish landscape, Scotland's castles offer something for everyone.


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1. Balmoral Castle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Balmoral Castle | Castles in Scotland
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2. Blair Castle ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Blair Castle | Castles in Scotland
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3. Braemar Castle

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Braemar Castle | Castles in Scotland
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4. Brodie Castle

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Brodie Castle | Castles in Scotland
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5. Caerlaverock Castle

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Caerlaverock Castle | Castles in Scotland
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6. Castle Campbell

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Castle Campbell | Castles in Scotland
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7. Castle Menzies

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Castle Menzies | Castles in Scotland
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8. Cawdor Castle

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Cawdor Castle | Castles in Scotland
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9. Culzean Castle

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Culzean Castle | Castles in Scotland
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10. Drum Castle

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Drum Castle | Castles in Scotland
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11. Duart Castle

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Duart Castle | Castles in Scotland
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12. Dunnottar Castle

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Dunnottar Castle | Castles in Scotland
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13. Dunrobin Castle

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Dunrobin Castle | Castles in Scotland
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14. Edinburgh Castle

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Edinburgh Castle | Castles in Scotland
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15. Eilean Donan

Eilean Donan | Castles in Scotland
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16. Glamis Castle

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Glamis Castle | Castles in Scotland
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17. Inveraray Castle

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Inveraray Castle | Castles in Scotland
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18. Inverlochy Old Castle

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Inverlochy Old Castle | Castles in Scotland
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19. Castle of Mey

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Castle of Mey | Castles in Scotland
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20. Ravenscraig Castle

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Ravenscraig Castle | Castles in Scotland
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21. Sinclair Castle

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Sinclair Castle | Castles in Scotland
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22. Skipness Castle

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Skipness Castle | Castles in Scotland
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23. St Andrews Castle

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St Andrews Castle | Castles in Scotland
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24. Stirling Castle

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Stirling Castle | Castles in Scotland
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25. Urquhart Castle

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Urquhart Castle | Castles in Scotland
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