Eilean Donan Castle

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As one of the most iconic images of Scotland, Eilean Donan is recognised all around the world. Situated on an island at the point where three great sea lochs meet, and surrounded by some majestic scenery, it is little wonder that the castle is now one of the most visited and important attractions in the Scottish highlands.

Although first inhabited around the 6th century, the first fortified castle was built in the mid 13th century and stood guard over the lands of Kintail. Since then, at least four different versions of the castle have been built and re-built as the feudal history of Scotland unfolded through the centuries.

Partially destroyed in a Jacobite uprising in 1719, Eilean Donan lay in ruins for the best part of 200 years until Lieutenant Colonel John MacRae-Gilstrap bought the island in 1911 and proceeded to restore the castle to its former glory. After 20 years of toil and labour the castle was re-opened in 1932.

Today, you can explore nearly every part of the castle, and enjoy a journey through the history of the area.

The Castle now has its own visitor centre, which includes the Ticket Office, Coffee Shop, Gift Shop and toilets.

Ample Car parking is available at no charge, and we also welcome large parties and groups.

Although we have no disabled or wheelchair access into the castle itself, we do have a computer-based Virtual Tour available for those that are unable to manage the large number of steps. Please ask at the visitor centre if you require this facility.

Some people say Eilean Donan is the most beautiful castle in Scotland. Come and decide for yourself!

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Eilean Donan Castle

4.6

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Tami Wensenk

21:30 23 Nov 22

Amazing tour!!! Definitely worth a stop, even in the rain! We didn't do an audio tour (not sure if it was available)... but the employees that are throughout the castle are super friendly and helpful and enjoyed answering all our questions. The family still shows up from time to time also!read more

Jennifer Miles

21:35 15 Nov 22

The most beautiful castle I visited while in Scotland! Well worth the drive and definitely go inside to see the... beautiful artifacts and historical pieces.Richard was fabulous and gave my friends and I a proper tour in the first main room, with a lovely historical explanation of how the castle came to be. Also, the timeline wallpaper in the hallway of the upper bedrooms was amazing. If only they sold copies of it in the gift shop!read more

Leandro Lopes

07:47 25 Oct 22

This is one of the filming sites of the movie Highlander. Magnificent scenario with the castle siting on an island.... Give that sense of being transported back to the Middle Ages with all the natural elements surrounding the castle being there.Apart from the beauty of the site, it has all the necessary facilities like, cafe, food hall, gift shop, toilets and a good size car park.No need to buy tickets in advance as they’re available on-site from the ticket office or the automatic machines. Also, tickets are available to go inside the castle or just to see its surroundings.read more

April Lambert

08:11 21 Sep 22

Definitely pay the money to go inside this place, it's beautiful. Photography/video is not allowed in the best rooms of... the castle. The staff here were all very nice. The views are stunning. The gift shop is fairly reasonable for prices as is the Cafe. Very awesome history and well worth spending at least an hour or two here.read more

Maha Gamal

14:53 12 Sep 22

This castle was the trigger to my trip to Skye, after I was captured by its beautiful exterior when I saw it in the... movie “Maid of honor” lol. It does have a beautiful exterior and landscape, but I have to admit I didn’t enjoy it as much from the inside. The gift shop was nice and the staff were very friendly. Worth a stop, but not a dedicated visitread more

Imtiaz Ali

08:58 11 Sep 22

Had a wander around the castle grounds on our way back from Isle of Skye. As it was after 5pm, you don't have to pay... for parking (£3) or exterior castle ticket (£3). Access across the bridge is open. When you are coming over Loch Long Bridge A87 you catch sight of this wonderful picturesque castle. So it was hard not to stop...and even better our visit was completely FREE.read more

John Mundy

17:24 29 Aug 22

Eilean Donan Castle was our favorite castle visit while in Scotland. Although it has been restored in part throughout... the years, it had the most history told throughout the walk around.I’d mention that several spaces inside do not allow photography, which really means that I needed to take the time to read and absorb what I saw. There is a specific pathway to take so that you don’t get lost or revisit something you might have seen before. There are ample representatives who will assist if needed.The gift shop was great, there is a food/drink desk and diner available before going on the bridge to the castle (no food or large bags allowed). We went on a tour, so our tickets were assigned a specific time, though we were allowed in a little earlier.The history of the castle was so wonderful, and the setting, displays, and information boards were phenomenal.read more

Tony Hankin

21:58 03 Aug 22

Absolutely outstanding castle, in a stunning location. This really is a must-see for anyone visiting the area. The... facilities are excellent and every member of staff we came into contact with was friendly and helpful. The exhibition within the castle itself provides a huge amount of fascinating information about the history of the building. Some of the artefacts on display are equally enthralling. Overall, this was a wonderful experience for the whole family and I would highly recommend it.read more

Frank Wilders

21:23 23 Jun 22

Cute little castle in good condition. It's a mix between old and newer elements. The entertainment level is quite high... if you just want to enjoy a bit of history and art. The gift shop is amazing and definitely worth a visit! The staff was friendly. The parking lot is clean and gives you great views over the castle and loch.read more

Andrew Scrugham

20:39 12 Jun 22

Beautiful castle. The rain can impact your visit for the bad somewhat heavily as it did ours but it is still a very... magical experience. The exhibits inside are well laid out and pretty solid, and the guides are helpful and friendly. I may not call this the best castle in all of Scotland but it’s definitely worth a visit and not too far out of the way. Overall a very good stop.read more

Rosie Reed

12:48 11 Jun 22

Brilliant castle - very informative and interesting facts and memorabilia. The museum aspect is done very well and it’s... nice to see how it was loved in more recently.The views are great, services well kept and staff very helpful. It isn’t the cheapest but definitely worth a visit!read more

Peter R. Reuter

20:45 06 Jun 22

Really nice castle at the lake side. Parking spaces for motorbikes are free of charge ?? and the castle is in great... shape and its history well explained. Inside you cannot take pictures unfortunately, but the view that you have from the various sides of it, are amazingread more

Stella Michael

07:30 22 May 22

We had some wonderful time there. The castle was beautiful and staff are super super super friendly.All the staff and... the castle itself made our day very special. My daughter had a wonderful happy birthday.I will remember this day to my last breath.Thank you ❤❤❤read more

Nathan Rice

22:32 28 Apr 22

This is a unique castle because it is a relatively recent creation. Make sure that you realize this is a different... Castle than normal. It was interesting to see and is situated in a beautiful area. I felt it was worth a quick stop while in the area. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Everything was clean and well organized.read more

Chris Wain

10:53 26 Apr 22

The classic castle visit for your adventures in Scotland - it does not disappoint in any way.Plenty of good parking... (£2 per hour), food and refreshments available, and a great wee gift shop:)Castle tour is well worth the money to get up close and personal with this national icon.Give yourself some time to enjoy.read more

Michael Wenzel

15:53 18 Apr 22

I'd say this is a great place for a half day excursion maybe a bit less. It's fun to walk through all the different... nooks and crannies of the hospital and learn about the history. There's a little shop in there where you can get some local swag. I purchased a hat which I love.read more

Janis Pinder

14:30 01 Nov 21

This was a very informative visit. Lots to see and learn. There was someone in every room to give you the history of... the castle. Very interesting Scottish history. The views over the Loch were amazing. I will visit again if I'm in the area.read more

Kenneth Green

22:12 29 Aug 21

A nice enough castle to visit. It's much prettier from the outside but you'll still come away with some good facts. The... kitchen set up was definitely the best bit. The upper floor with all the personal artefacts was a bit weird. Staff were very friendly, very knowledgeable. The gift shop was fine. Worth stopping by at least once in your life. You can buy a roll and a cup of tea from the cafe at the way in.read more

Shaun Banks

05:42 20 Aug 21

Really worth the visit. The castle, the history and the artifacts are beautiful. The guides are super friendly and very... knowledgeable about the castle so don't be afraid to speak to them or ask a question. The scenery around the castle is breathtaking and so majestic, it makes you wonder what it would have been like to live in the castle in ancient times.read more

Kerry Smith

14:18 18 Aug 21

Situated in a lovely area. You can purchase tickets to view the full castle or the outside only. Each room in the... castle is decorated very well to match the historic background of the castle. The tour guides have a lot of interesting information to offer. When you come out of the castle at the end you can walk along the back of the structure for a view of the surrounding lochs. There is a fast food shop with a seating area just beside the car park where you can buy a drinks or sandwiches and chips. You have to pay to have your car parked in the car park.read more

Nicole Marshall

14:44 15 Aug 21

I can’t recommend this castle enough. It was amazing. The staff were helpful and knowledgeable and were a real credit... to the experience. Well worth a visit. If I could give more than 5 stars…I would!!!read more

Grant Shepherd

18:01 01 Aug 21

Just incredible. A proper bucket list visit. The castle and the views are simply extraordinary. The guides are very... knowledgeable and only too happy to answer questions as you go round. Look out for the portrait that points at you no matter where you stand in the room, and the holes in the wall that look like missing bricks, but were actually used for eavesdropping!Maximum stay on the car park is 3 hours, and it was well worth staying that long. Make sure your camera battery is fully charged...!read more

Kirsteen Cook

19:56 20 Jul 21

Really liked it. Have been inside before so didn't go in today. It was lovely weather so we walked around and enjoyed... the view and the calm water. Visitors centre was all set for social distancing & cafe open for takeaway drinks. Love this castle.read more

Frank Wayman

20:11 16 Jul 21

Possibly the most photogenic castle in Scotland, if not the World. Ideally, you want your visit to coincide with high... tide, high atmospheric pressure and a stunning sunset, but even without those, you are pretty much guaranteed a good shot. Photos are not allowed inside the castle as there are delicate fabrics and paintings, but the best views are outside anyway.read more

tracey mears

08:59 15 Jul 21

Great few hours out with the family. Friendly staff, place was very clean and tidy. Gift shop well stocked and... reasonably priced. Food was lovely but expensive (to be expected) ?read more

Richard Terrio

13:24 12 Jul 21

Just off the main road. The one way system made the tour pretty easy. The rooms are decorated with lots of history;... unfortunately the owners ask for no photos inside so you will have to look carefully to remember things. The staff was really friendly and helpful. On a good day there are seals and porpoise in the water nearby.read more

Michael Smith

14:07 04 Jul 21

Nice castle, friendly staff who are very knowledgeable. Nice walk across the water bridge, but the charge is a little... steep considering it's quite small but there's good information on the history. It's £3 if you want to walk around the grounds, but you're better just paying the £10 and going inside, or just staying outside. Thought it was a little unreasonable to charge a lot for parking and then for entry also.read more

Deep Dey

13:50 19 Jun 21

Iconic location, its so synonymous to the rugged Scottish identity. when you are here don’t forget to drive or hike up... to the upper view point. Its a narrow winding drivable road that goes up to the point. Views are amazing. I have been here a few times but only got to this point during my last visit. Great photo opportunity. Can get busy during the summer months but its true charm shows up during winters. Just brawread more

Simon nicholson

19:31 18 Jun 21

No monsters here this close to shore, but a nice little spot to get some photos. Be careful though as visitor numbers... will increase making the middle of the day rather busy and crowded. A lot of tour buses park on the strip of road to the view point so go to the other car park ( pay and display) and walk to here. It's only a short walk to the Loch cruises, restaurants or gift shops.read more

Steph Todd

23:35 02 Jun 21

Really picturesque little castle, wonderful for a photo op. As another reviewer mentioned, it is mainly local history... inside the castle since it was rebuilt last century. This is all well and good, but it felt like a rip off for what it was (£10 per person for inside and around the castle). Otherwise quite pleasant and pretty.read more

Lucy Benford

18:43 30 May 21

A great stop off, very picturesque and beautiful scenery in the distance of the castle. We were slightly disappointed... when we brought 2 coffees, to find they had forgotten to put coffee in 1! It dampened our experience considering the prices we paid! Hence only 3 starsread more

ذیشان درانی

09:12 25 May 21

Very picturesque, a fairy tale location. Good day to spend time with family out and about. Due to the fact castle was... destroyed and rebuild in 19th century everything inside is from last century, but emphasis was given to rebuild with original construction plan from archives. Hence the three star.read more

Cristiana Candido

21:41 08 May 21

Beautiful castle and very cute tour with lots of weird / fun little people statues in it and attention to detail.... Knowledgeable and interesting staff. They do love to market their castle as a wedding venue though.read more

Muddy Plugger

17:17 07 May 21

Always wanted see this amazing castle from the cult film Highlander.I was not disappointed, fantastic!You can see... that their getting everywhere ready for the wider audienceWell worth a visitThere can be only one, and for me it wasread more

Caroline Layton

06:04 06 May 21

Beautiful castle and views. It still wasn't open fully when we visited but we could cross the bridge and have a look... around the outside. Been in a few films, funny how they make the bridge look longer! This is how a castle should look.read more

Corey Fergus

00:34 19 Apr 21

Such a cool castle. We did the self guided tour with headphones and learned a lot. Always fun to take a step back in... time and imagine how things once were.read more

Ruby

19:25 01 Dec 20

Worth the visit, the castle is heavily restored and was a home for a long time. On a clear day you can see Skye. The... staff are super friendly and chatty. Good views.read more

Stella Drezgacheva

18:58 29 Oct 20

Nice castle with working fireplaces, which were lit. The kitchen contained some items that I hadn't seen elsewhere, for... example, a chandelier type contraption to hang your pots and pans from. More signs would have been good to explain these. Some of the corridors were rather narrow, to the point where you had to walk through them sideways. As someone who is of small built, this wasn't an issue but it may have been had I been bigger or claustrophobic. This should have been mentioned at the beginning, just in case.read more

Jamie Lewis

10:45 27 Oct 20

We go to this place every year and every year we have a great time. Great selection of drinks and the food is always... top quality. The location is stunning on the banks of the canal and when the sun shines it's lovely to sit out side with a pint. The only downside and it's been the same for years is some of the staff that are just unfriendly and make you feel unwelcome. I stress not all the staff !read more

Rodney Mouring

11:03 30 Sep 20

When you first see this castle it is magical and will etch deep inside your memory. Photographers, artists and visitors... love it. If you pass within 100 miles it is worth a detour. The light and atmosphere adds to a truly majestic piece of history in Scotland.read more

Rob Fowler

13:19 26 Sep 20

Driving up the A87, I saw something that I thought only existed in fiction. About a mile up the road was Eilean Donan... castle. "I don't care how late we are, I'm stopping to see this." I thought to myself. You will not be disappointed. Look at the pictures. Even if you don't like history, you just have to go here. See it, be immersed. And for fear of us all spoiling it, support the people that maintain this place for literally thousands of tourists every year to enjoy. If they didn't do their job, the serenity and beauty of this place would be lost forever. I recommend sunset on a clear day for a view that will stay with you forever. For a more peaceful distant view, about a mile or so South, on the northbound side of the A87, is a rest area overlooking the entire Loch and castle. But don't cheap out, go see it up close too!read more

Duncan Cook

06:49 21 Sep 20

Absolutely stunning.Cov19 compliant with temperature checks, prior to entry.Steeped in history with full tours round... the castle, and a cafe with a gift shop.Parking attendance keeps everything moving.This was very busy, but even with the current situation still managed to everyone happy.read more

Connie Tao

22:48 20 Sep 20

If going to Skye, worth stopping in For the outbound and return journey in case busy/bad weather. Wonderful gorgeous... place to stop by. Immediately off the main A road. Stunning place. Ample parking when I was there, though early c.10am, was getting busier as we left. Can pay to walk across the bridge and enter the castle or just enjoy surrounding area. Toilets, food, gift shop all there too.read more

DAVID BOTHAM

16:35 19 Sep 20

What a cracking day, weather 23, degs wall to wall sunshine, Scotland at it's best best.

Rayz Zzor

15:52 17 Sep 20

Great views crazy tourist prices, hot chocolate and green tea £6 ! Didn't stay for lunch.

Akshay Sonthalia

20:27 15 Sep 20

I think it's a bit overrated. There are lots of bigger and more interesting castles

Joyce Thain

16:28 14 Sep 20

1st time seeing this beautiful castle, stunning, staff very helpful & gave us lots of interesting info.shame about the... wind & rain, hopefully next time will get a lovely day.read more

Hong Yeo

15:53 13 Sep 20

A very mystical location which explains why Eilean Donan Castle has been selected in numerous movies which includes The... World is Not Enough, Made of Honor, Highlander, etc. It was partially destroyed during the Jacobite uprising in 1719 and lay in ruins until it was restored in 1932. The scenery surrounding it is breathtaking.read more

Sofia Rees

18:55 11 Sep 20

We stumbled upon this dramatic castle during the golden sunset hour and it's a photographer's dream! What a setting!

craig martin

21:24 10 Sep 20

Amazing and atmospheric. Worth a stop. Covid-19 rules all in place.

Alex Hyphen

18:57 10 Sep 20

At the point three lochs meet is this fascinating castle, rebuilt after being sat derelict for years & years.... Fascinating & quirky. Extremely atmospheric and photogenic spot. Parking is free, and all the covid measures in place for a safe visit. You will need to book your visit. There’s the usual food, gift shop and loos as you’d expect. Top tip: keep driving a short distance past the castle (over the bridge) take a left and take a picture from that side, it makes for an awesome photo.read more

Steve

16:03 09 Sep 20

Must visit if you are visiting West Highland of Scotland. One of the best photographed areas out of all Highland. The... social distancing rule was strictly kept across all the areas.read more

Oakwood Welsh

09:50 09 Sep 20

View wise it is spectacular. Set against the surrounding hills and three sea Lochs. It's easy to see why it's... photographed so often.Definitely worth the stop - even for a 5 min flyby.Worth investigating nearby viewpoints too.Facilities nearby are great too. Cafes and information centres. Good sized car park.read more

Alexandra De Maria

09:44 08 Sep 20

The socially distanced provisions are excellent. One of the chaps in the upstairs of the castle was a delight and was... very knowledgeable about the family. THE END!read more

Glenn McLaren

19:24 05 Sep 20

A fantastic day out with affable, informative, informal guides. I'd definitely recommend that you visit.

Mark Lawn

08:22 05 Sep 20

Visited after dark when you are free to cross to the island and see the castle lit up.

Ken Tuen

16:45 03 Sep 20

Spaniard armies allied with Scottish armies compelled the Anglo armies back to the south of Hadrian's wall.

Thomas Romain

10:19 03 Sep 20

Bit overrated for my taste but the history and artefacts on site are very impressive!

Diana Mendes Silva

13:21 02 Sep 20

Iconic landscape in Scotland! Only drawback is the ticket price of £10 per person.

Keith Partington

11:45 02 Sep 20

Amazing visit, staff really looking out for everyone with 2M rule and masks. Felt very safe - you book a time and... wander around freely remembering to keep apart from others...its very well done. Would visit again and again...Had to visit as a big fan of the film 'Highlander' and they filmed the banishment scene across this bridgeread more

Isla Phillips

10:48 01 Sep 20

Beautiful falls and walk, midges were not about and some fantastic views. The old bridge at the bottom point is lovely.... Probably a bit steep for some but if you can do it, do it.Would not like to do on a very wet day as be very slippy at bottom view point of falls.Car park easy to get into and off road and nice wee cafe up the top.Options of longer and shorter walks near by.read more

stuart mckee

21:10 30 Aug 20

great variety of skins and rugs and leather goods and deer horns and trinkets at good prices. lovely couple run the... place.read more

Andrea Urbán

20:53 28 Aug 20

We really liked the tour in the castle. It has a lot of history. Well kept and the staff is knowledgable about the... background.The entry ticket is reasonably priced.There is a small visitor's centre with plenty of parking, toilet facilities and a gift shop.Make sure you cross the bridge and photograph it from the other side as well. Best when it is high tide.read more

Nikki Corkhill

22:34 27 Aug 20

Long wanted to visit here.Castle had only been re-opened 2 days following LockdownBeautiful building and... setting.Staff were extremely friendly and the facilities and shop were excellent.read more

S Ahmad

10:30 26 Aug 20

Beautiful, historic place.Well maintained, staff was very caring cooperative. Looking after visitors in time of covid.

James Mundell

09:08 26 Aug 20

What a fantastic castle to visit. The staff were so welcoming and professional in their ability to keep everyone safe... in the covid situation.read more

Brian Brackrog

12:52 25 Aug 20

Lovely scenic castle that has a parking lot when passing through the area. Located at the convergence of 3 different... Lochs, Eilean Donan Castle has an interesting history and offers daily tours and tickets to explore the place on your own. If pressed for time, there are excellent opportunities to walk the outside grounds for free and get stunning view points of the castle without committing to the tour.read more

Richard Payne

19:55 23 Aug 20

A great castle in a great setting. Very popular though, be prepared if you visit that there will be many others around... though the Covid protections in place work well and the staff are doing a brilliant job. Has two car parks, a visitor centre and toilets. Not really an accessible castle due to the age and architecture but still impressive from the outside. Lots of history and artefacts inside to look through.read more

Costel Nejneru

22:32 20 Aug 20

The castle is awesome.There is a fee to enter the building itself but for me the Eilean Donan Castle is the image you... get from outside.Standing on the lake bank, even from the parking lot the Castle's beauty is overwhelming.Taking a few minutes to walk around the area to find a quite place away from all the tourists will truly open your view of the majestic Eilean Donan Castle.read more

princess fiona

17:26 17 Aug 20

Nice view. Saw children kayaking in the Loch. Did not go inside. If u go up the road nice photo stop

Joanne Mcarthur

20:27 07 Aug 20

You've probably seen this in pictures, in a movie... go see it for real! You will be amazed at how truly beautiful it... is. You pay for admission to the castle etc itself, however if you wait until after 5.30pm you can wander over the bridge for free to take in the surrounding area. Small cafe area is still open but limited. Toilets are open but because of covid-19 you must queue.read more

Erik Nielson

15:09 04 Aug 20

Nice little place to have a lunch. Closed due to Covid while we were there but free to have a walk around and enjoy the... sight.read more

Alice Thorne

14:17 04 Aug 20

Beautiful castle surrounded by mountains and lochs. A must see if in the area! Due to covid however, all visitor... facilities have been temporarily closed. Luckily just over the bridge towards the isle of skye there are public toilets still available.read more

miguel amant

09:54 04 Aug 20

Very beautiful place, due to corona times income isn't required to see the outside of the castle. Water is cold and... brak, but good enough to swim.read more

Andrew Hilson

20:14 03 Aug 20

A beautiful castle with a rich history. We were unable to see inside because of covid but a walk around it was lovely... all the same. Take time to view from the above at the viewing spot, plus not so many touristsread more

Julie Hoyle

17:48 31 Jul 20

Beyond compare!!Facilities shut but if you,ve brought your own...what a backdrop!! Parked for free in car park... right at edge of loch!Can still walk round castle, certainly outside anyway!!read more

Vivien Kiss

10:16 27 Jul 20

Beautiful castle sadly it was closed due the COVID but absolutely stunning view

William Young

13:56 24 Jul 20

Awesome, you can walk across the bridge and around the grounds during COVID-19. Spectacular sight.

Colette Kearney

20:56 23 Jul 20

Beautiful, historic castle sitting on the waters edge. Always wanted to visit. Glad I did.

Danny Andersen

16:57 21 Jul 20

Fantastic castle from the outside. But still closed due to covid. Great visitors centre and restaurant, again from the... outside. Will have to come back when it's openread more

Jim Earlam

09:11 10 Jul 20

Unfortunately we were late arriving and it had shut early because of a wedding. Still had access to the outside though... and it set in a beautiful location on the Loch. Will always remind me of the film ‘Highlander’read more

Richie Metekingi

21:09 27 Jun 20

Brilliant part of the western highlands also great people and beautiful surroundings.

Ali Can Altintas .

15:08 28 Apr 20

This might be the most beautiful castle I've ever seen. It's super picturesque! We have been there after 3 pm so we... couldn't see inside of castle but the view of it was a real gem. See this place at sunset if you can. It definitely worth every second of your time.read more

Claire Elliott - Photographer & Trainer

15:35 19 Apr 20

We love this place, perfect in any weather.Just peaceful and just feels like home x

Richard Michael

02:14 13 Apr 20

Super romantic spot in Scotland, these castle is amazing! must visit spot if you happened to be in Scotland. best to be... here during summer for sure!read more

Julie Campion

16:18 04 Mar 20

It's beautiful here, have been here a couple of times and love looking round. Plus the surrounding scenery is so... lovely, go and see for yourselves, you'll enjoy it.read more

Chee Lam

18:56 22 Feb 20

Absolutely lovely castle, very convenient if you pass by that area. Well preserved and with a lot of history. Parking... was free, facilities were above average, scenery was stunning. Well worth a visit.read more

Michael Bergström

07:14 07 Jan 20

You don't want to miss this 13th Century Castle in the Highlands. This is probably the most iconic castle in Scotland,... and depicted in quite a lot of movies.It's a great experience to just stroll around the castle, listening to the audio guide, and feel the history in each stone.read more

Vassantha Samirr

08:33 30 Dec 19

Very nice place to visit. Good audio guide as you walk through the various rooms of the castle. Lovely display of old... paintings, pictures, artefacts and furniture from the old days from billeting room to bedrooms to kitchen and larder. Giving it 4 stars only because this was the one castle which did not allow photography whilst inside...which given how amazing it all was was just a shame. However this castle is still privately owned by the family so I can understand why they may want to exercise some restrictions.read more

Steven Crocker

07:40 24 Dec 19

Eilean Donan Castle, a beautiful placed castle with views for days, Scenic and full of very Confident robins. The food... we ordered from the modern visitor centred was good, the gift shop has some real nice bits it, reasonably priced i would say too. But when we have the castle, as lovely as it is, It is not worth £10 pp to walk around. The castle is very small and will only take you 20 minutes max at a slow walk, If you use the Audio guide a little longer but eveb someone who worked there said its probably not worth taking one. Aye the castle was warm, a fire in every room with someone to ask questions, but only 4* as £10 is steep for what you get.read more

Tony Panciroli

08:37 13 Dec 19

We went on a rainy day and it was still stunning. Cafe is really good and the kids loved being ina real castle. Its... very impressive if not smaller than you expectread more

Eleeza Gibson

16:48 07 Nov 19

Just a beautiful place really. Went to a wedding once there. Twas nice. You can take a tour. Many nationalitys in one... place. Gorgeous view. Great cafe. A gift shop. Not cheap but very beautiful.read more

Jessica Miles

18:16 26 Oct 19

A beautiful place to visit. We came here in mid-October when it's much quieter than in the summer, which I think was a... bonus as we were able to go at our own pace and chat to the very knowledgeable staff. I particularly liked David who showed us 'the shoes that follow you around the room' and gave us some added information about the spy holes in the main room. Food selection is local and decent too. So glad we decided to break up our journey from Fort William to Skye here, highly recommend.read more

BALAJI Jay

13:11 23 Oct 19

Amazing landscape & views, very Friendly staff at the castle and seem happy to assist. Worth a stop over and spending... an hour or so...cafe food looked good and overall area was clean and well kept. Ample parking but do bring a jacket..weather changes quite a bit in a very short time!read more

Kevin Fitz

14:14 20 Oct 19

An interesting place to visit. There is a lot of local history based around the castle and you learn about that on the... tour.There is also loads about the individual who restored the castle and brought it back to its former glory. His name escapes me now. It's understandable that this would be done, but it does seem to over shadow the older history of the castle, which I would have liked them to have further expanded on.I recommend a visit.read more

Zohar Liskovsky

20:05 15 Oct 19

It's nice castle to visit, look much more impressive at night from the road (as I first seen it), I read online... comments that the beauty is when the is high tide (or no low tide), I came when there was low tide and is was less impressive (castle surrounded by seaweeds).Inside the rooms are pretty small.Didn't take the audio guide(my young son took all my attention), I assume with the guide it is more interesting.I don't understand why there is a strict ban of taking photos inside.read more

Keith Thom

15:36 13 Oct 19

There is some construction work being done on part of the site, which impedes access for some. There were no visible... disabled parking spaces, but the visibility was poor due large puddles and very heavy rain. When approached by a passenger the parking attendant quickly helped by pointing me to a suitable spot near the cafe. The castle itself is stunning, it features on dozens of calendars and post cards all over the world. Good reason it is beautiful. The entry fee includes a recorded informative tour of the castle. Families? Make use of discounts for the children. Coffee and baking in the cafe is very good. If you visit on a hot day then the ice cream is super yummy according to my granddaughters training as Google reviewers. Our visit was mid October and it was dreach and dreary weather but the glimpse of blue sky lasted an hour or so after about a weeks rainfall fell in the previous hour. !read more

Kieran Flood

01:46 10 Oct 19

£10 each for entry. The interior is furnished according to how it was originally used.Gorgeous historic castle, good... gift shop and cafe too. Well worth the stop if you have a long drive ahead.read more

kagan Redmond

08:18 09 Oct 19

I've only given a 4* review as we did not actually go in. We happened to be driving past and stopped for a look but the... castle didnt open until 10am and we arrived around 9.30am. It looked stunning from the car park and we got some fantastic photo's. The shop and cafe looked nice too but were also closed.read more

Paris Andreou Wellness

10:06 23 Sep 19

A castle with a rich history, and showings in memorable Hollywood films. However, due to the tide (which we did not... know about) the surrounding water had left at our time of visit, making it a poor spectacle as you can see in the photo. Inside the space is rather limited and nothing special to see. We enjoyed however the two talks from the castle guides.read more

Niv Pai

14:04 22 Sep 19

One of the most popular castles in Scotland and a definite must visit. Take the audio tour to learn more about the... history of the castle. It’s totally worth it. Can easily spend an hour or t o exploring the castle. Unfortunately photography is prohibited in many areas inside the castle. There are clean restrooms and a small restaurant outside the castle to freshen up and relax.read more

Jon Munn

06:46 17 Sep 19

"The most beautiful Castle in Scotland" -- we certainly can't disagree. Another fantastic spot well worth the stop.... Tourists aplenty in September but with a bit of patience you can get some pretty nice pictures.read more

Tara Robicheau

10:54 16 Sep 19

It was beautiful from the outside! The inside was far from impressive. It was the priciest castle we visited on our... vacation and there was very little history. What they displayed and discussed was mainly how the new owner renovated. It was full of color photos of her family, like little snapshots. No photography was allowed and most areas were roped off. It seemed like it was mainly her saying "look what I did and look what I have". Sadly, I left disappointed.read more

James Moore

18:45 14 Sep 19

One of Scotland's most famously photographed castles. Picturesque even on a Rainy Day! Restaurant very disappointing... and expensive! £9.75 for the Steak pie (pictured) and "veg" but NO gravy, even when I asked for some, restaurant staff not the most helpful! "If its not out, then there is none". Should have gone for the baked potato!! Note, you are NOT allowed to consume your own drinks in the restaurant!Castle audio guide is very good, room access good, and guides on hand to answer questions. Gift shop is well stocked and reasonably priced.No photography allowed in the castle.read more

David Mason

10:02 13 Sep 19

Very scenic and atmospheric. Guides very helpful as my wife is disabled and has some difficulty using stairs. She was... offered free entry and advised of different routes through the castle.Went the extra mile to ensure she enjoyed her visit.read more

John Pulman

20:11 29 Aug 19

On my bucket list since Highlander was filmed here in 1986. Beautiful setting where three lochs merge. It's not a large... castle and two hours is probably enough for the tour. The history part is quite good and the audio tour is very good and included in price. Visited in August this year and was very busy. Free parking and ample car parking spaces. Love the views from all over the castle walls. I think I read that this castle has a working portcullis which is very rare. Well worth a look.read more

Benjamin Zachau

21:46 24 Aug 19

A very interesting castle with a fascinating story to tell. It is quite unique in that it has been restored to somewhat... resemble what it would have looked like while it was still in it's original use. The audio guide is well explained, sadly photography is prohibited inside.read more

Brian Eadie

22:04 18 Aug 19

Stunning. They were upgrading when we visited. They are right to do so given the visitor numbers. Entry and food, which... was good, was not overpriced. The castle is brilliant and well worth the tour. Really good staff.read more

Iain Dick

16:08 16 Aug 19

Excellent visit and well worth the entry fee. The exhibits and audio guide were engaging and the rooms well presented.... The kitchen was especially well exhibited and the staff were friendly and welcoming. A stunning castle and a credit to it's owners.read more

Rohan D

12:22 13 Aug 19

An absolutely gorgeous castle on the shore at the confluence of three lochs. If you can get there by sunset, the sun... shines right between the mountains to glimmer on the water. Absolutely stunning.read more

Joanne Billington

18:17 12 Aug 19

Lovely castle with picturesque scenery but can be very crowded as it is very popular with tourists. Audio guide is... included in the admission price which was nice. The commentary was interesting but not too long. Not for the less mobile as the are lots of steps to negotiate. Enjoyed our morning here and am glad we got the opportunity to visit.read more

Jui Thosar

20:34 11 Aug 19

While its a small castle, its very well maintained and the rooms are kept decorated, including the kitchens where they... have a nice sturdy setup of the staff and food. The audio guide is worth it, keeps you entertained with fun facts while you are going from one site to the other.A must visit if you have some time to travel to and froread more

Jess Harvey

15:50 10 Aug 19

Saw it during the day at low tide with bright green seaweed at her base and at sunset at high tide. Can recommend... either but high tide was especially stunning with the reflectons. Especially if you're lucky enough for it to align with sunset. Don't miss this if you're in the area!read more

Martijn Balink

18:51 05 Aug 19

Although the castle was rebuilt only 90 years ago from its ruins, it looks stunning from the outside. Most of the... inside is decorated in twenties/thirties style, but the medieval aspects of the building are still clearly visible. The audio guide provided some nice additional information.read more

Annamaria Venturella

16:46 05 Aug 19

Not as special as most reviews say. It's a very small castle on a tidal islet surrounded by water or kelp. Very... crowded. Nicest views are actually from the outside so best to arrive at 5 when they don't sell tickets anymore and you can't enter the exhibition but they do let you cross the bridge. But still the views from the road bridge or the parking are much better than being inside the castle. Or arrive any time at high tide and admire the view from the parking when the castle is surrounded by water.read more

Lovable Hamsters

08:16 04 Aug 19

This is a nice place to spend a couple of hours. Me and my family loved it. Even though it closes at 06:00pm it's still... great. Lots of historical items here to look at. We even had a remote control that was a tour guide. Lovely and interesting facts to listen to. ?read more

Karen Dauer

02:40 31 Jul 19

The Eilean Donan Castle is a privately owned Castle that the family lives in. They have out organized as a business so... the public can tour. The tour included an audio tour. I enjoyed our visit there. I recommend going there.read more

Michael Meltchenko

18:05 27 Jul 19

Amazing castle and the audio guiding you through it. We had a rainy day but that doesn't matter since most of the tour... is inside. We really enjoyed exploring this place and getting to know the history behind it.read more

Shiv Sharma

05:53 25 Jul 19

One of the most photographed Castle in the Scotland. The views are astonishing. Ample parking space. The cafeteria is... also good. Avoid going on weekends it's really crowded.read more

Joachim Coppens

17:29 16 Jul 19

The castle is beautiful. But watch out, the ticket register should be open until five but we were there still before... five and were not able to open the door anymore... Anyway, you can still get beautiful pictures outside!read more

Barbara Woster

16:28 16 Jul 19

I was super impressed with the exterior of this place; however, the way the interior is laid out for the tourists... removes the historical feel. It left me feeling more as if I were visiting a modern establishment designed in a castle design. It detracted tremendously for me.read more

susan hamill

05:02 14 Jul 19

I think it cost £10 approx but was the best £10 I have spent for ages.... beautiful site where the 3 lochs join ...... stunning castle ..the staff are fabulous, so willing to help..there is an audio guide that gives an explanation of where you are, and what your looking at which adds to the experience..Well worth the visit. Nice tea room and great gift shop...I will go back.read more

neil hedley

20:10 09 Jul 19

With stunning views and a castle full of history, it's well worth a visit. Not too expensive to get in and car park is... free with plenty spaces. Castle staff are friendly and on hand to tell you more about the history of the castle if you have any questions. Some rooms of the castle photography isn't allowed. Remember to pick up your audio guide before you enter the gate.read more

Noaaman Khan

08:21 09 Jul 19

One of the best castle experiences I have visited so far. The castle leverages the best of technology, projection and... sound to give visitors an experience of the life in actual in the era back then. No comparison to any other place - without doubt of the best experiences.read more

William

10:46 20 Jun 19

Incredible and historic castle. We went in mid-August and were lucky to be there when it wasn’t busy. Tour of the... castle had plenty of knowledgeable employees who would discuss every detail of every room with enthusiasm. The castle itself, being perched out on the water with mountains across the loch made for excellent pictures. The rolling mountains in Scotland are truly unique.read more

Rachel Nettles

02:41 16 Jun 19

This beautiful castle is set on a picturesque Scottish Loch. There was a bagpiper performing in front of the castle... which added to the atmosphere of the experience. The castle itself is extremely well kept and it is easy to picture what daily life was like within those walls. I highly recommend it!read more

Benjamin Eddy

21:07 15 Jun 19

Really enjoyed our visit here. It's not a vast estate but there's plenty to see. I think it was mostly rebuilt during... the 1900's so it'd actually fairly modern, with more than just empty stone rooms to look atread more

Mathieu Choux

22:55 06 Jun 19

What to say, this castle is a piece of art full of treasures all more awesome than others. We spent 2h visiting it and... could have spent more if only it weren't time to close.Unfortunately we couldn't see the well as it was raining and so, slippery.Outside is as stunning as inside an story given though the audio guides are a diamond.read more

Laura McEndree

20:10 27 May 19

Not many guides, but audio guide provided at no extra charge. The audio guide was perfect because it allowed you to see... what was interesting to you and skip what wasn’t. Great history and explanation of the castle and how it was used. The price for entry was only $10 which I thought was very reasonable. The cafe closed before the castle did so I would check the times beforehand if you are planning to dine or get coffee there. Gift shop was nice and rather large. Will recommend for sure.read more

vince docherty

18:58 16 May 19

Beautiful place, but visitor centre needs a shake up. 1. Opens at ten, but coaches are already queued up. 2. Coffee... machine being serviced at ten, 100 tourists waiting for.... Coffee. Planned maintenance out of hours? Staff good, car park staff great - no nonsense. Just tighten up the modern part of the offering.read more

Steven

10:53 15 May 19

Loved this castle. Was on my bucket list of things to do and it didn't disappoint. At the joining of three lochs, so... can be blowy. Nice restaurant here and gift shop too. We took the voiceover machines we were offered, and it gives you all the important facts about the castle. Also worth watching out for videos on YouTube or TV showcasing the castle before you go. Well worth a visitread more

Rob

10:58 13 May 19

So pretty! Not only do you get an amazing drive alongside Loch Ness, you also are treated with a lovely hike to see... these falls. The hike itself is not terribly difficult. You can see 2 views of the falls relatively easily or continue downward to the Loch side.read more

steve eltringham

10:17 27 Apr 19

Such a beautiful place, I loved walking over the bridge towards the castle....very cool. Get there early. We were one... of the first ones in line and it got busy quick. They provide audio guides and you do the tour at your own pace. You can take as many photos you want on the outside of the castle but nothing on the inside. They have a nice cafe were we sat and had cappuccinos and dessert.read more

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