Discover Scotland's Top 10 Castle Wonders

Top 10 By Mairi 2nd May, 2023

10. Inveraray Castle

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09. Cawdor Castle

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08. Glamis Castle

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07. Urquhart Castle

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06. Culzean Castle

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05. Balmoral Castle

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04. Dunnottar Castle

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03. Stirling Castle

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02. Eilean Donan Castle

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01. Edinburgh Castle

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Discover Scotland's Top 10 Castle Wonders

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10. Inveraray Castle

Neo-Gothic castle with stunning interiors and picturesque gardens.

09. Cawdor Castle

Beautiful castle surrounded by landscaped gardens and ancient woodlands.

08. Glamis Castle

Fairytale castle with turrets and towers, steeped in history and folklore.

07. Urquhart Castle

Castle ruins on the banks of Loch Ness, shrouded in myth and legend.

06. Culzean Castle

Grand castle perched on a cliff with gorgeous sea views.

05. Balmoral Castle

Royal residence nestled in the Cairngorms National Park.

04. Dunnottar Castle

Ruined cliff-top fortress with dramatic scenery and fascinating stories.

03. Stirling Castle

Majestic fortress with intricate architecture and rich history.

02. Eilean Donan Castle

Picturesque castle on a tiny island, surrounded by water and mountains.

01. Edinburgh Castle

Iconic fortress towering over Edinburgh with stunning views.

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