
1 / 6Lallybroch Castle Outlander tour
About this activity
Step into the world of Outlander on this intimate 2-hour private tour exploring Lallybroch (Midhope Castle), the iconic 15th-century estate that serves as Jamie Fraser's ancestral home in the hit TV series. This exclusive small-group experience whisks you to a real filming location steeped in Scottish history, offering photo opportunities and behind-the-scenes insights you won't find on larger tours.
Get a fascinating glimpse into the world of Outlander and visit Lallybroch , ancestral home of Jamie Fraser, on our half day film location tour .
Private Tours Edinburgh offer private group tours taking up to four people to Lallybroch, a principal Outlander filming location.
On this Outlander tour we visit Lallybroch , ancestral home of Jamie Fraser . Real life Midhope Castle was built in the 15th Century and was built by John Martyne, laird of Medhope. It was rebuilt in the mid 1600s and remains much the same today.
No-one has lived in the castle for over 100 years and the interior of the castle is not accessible to the public.
Spend up to an hour at Lallybroch on this Outlander tour
Souvenir t-shirts , phone cases and photos available to purchase.
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Highlights
- ✓Visit Midhope Castle, the real-life Lallybroch featured prominently in Outlander seasons 1–4
- ✓Explore grounds of a 15th-century fortified castle rebuilt in the 1600s
- ✓Spend up to an hour at the location for photography and storytelling
- ✓Private tour limited to 4 people for an intimate, personalized experience
- ✓Learn the castle's authentic history alongside Outlander production details
- ✓Browse and purchase exclusive Outlander merchandise and cast photos on-site
Insider tips
- ★Arrive early in the day for the best natural light for photography; the castle's exterior is particularly photogenic in soft morning or golden-hour sunlight
- ★Wear comfortable walking shoes—you'll be exploring grounds and exteriors; interiors are closed to the public
- ★Bring a charged camera or smartphone; fans often spend significant time capturing shots for social media
- ★Ask your guide about specific Outlander scenes filmed at Midhope; they can point out exact locations
Good to know
- •Interior of the castle is not open to the public; the tour focuses on exterior grounds and filming locations
- •Maximum 4 people per private tour, making this ideal for small groups or families
- •Located in rural Midlothian; accessible via private minivan from Edinburgh
- •Merchandise (t-shirts, phone cases, photos) available for purchase at the site
- •Tours depart from Edinburgh; confirm exact meeting point and time with operator via WhatsApp (+44 7305 294773)
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Visit in late spring through early autumn (May–September) for the warmest weather and longest daylight hours, ideal for photography. Morning departures offer the clearest light and fewer crowds at the location.







