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Eilean Donan Castle
Off A97
Kyle of Lochalsh IV40 8DX
Scotland
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Tigh a Cladach $41 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Tingle Creek Hotel N/A 0.3 mi 0.5 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Sonas Bed & Breakfast N/A 0.4 mi 0.6 km 4 of 5 stars
The Old Bank House $138 0.6 mi 0.9 km 4.5 of 5 stars
White Heather Hotel $114 0.7 mi 1.1 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Lochalsh Hotel Restaurant 0.4 mi 0.7 km 3 of 5 stars
The Seafood Restaurant 0.4 mi 0.7 km 3.5 of 5 stars
The Waverley Restaurant 0.6 mi 0.9 km 4.5 of 5 stars
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Kyle Line (Inverness to Kyle of Lochalsh) 0.4 mi 0.7 km 4.5 of 5 stars
Clan Donald Museum of the Isles 19.7 mi 31.7 km 4 of 5 stars
Duncan House 24.1 mi 38.7 km 4 of 5 stars
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TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #1 of 3 attractions in Kyle of Lochalsh
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Traveler Description: Eilean Donan Castle is one of the most photographed castles in Scotland . The reason for that is simple - it looks stunning at almost any time of year more »
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Attraction type: Castle, Historic site
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Address: Off A97 Kyle of Lochalsh IV40 8DX
Scotland
Tel: 01599/555202
Fax: 01599 555262

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“Beautiful Spot, Definitely Visit If You Can”
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5 of 5 stars
WorldRunner100 23 contributions
US
Jul 8, 2009

The title really says it all. The castle looks amazing and is in the most beautiful setting. Its not very expensive to see, so even if you just want to wander around for a bit I think its worth it. It wasn't very crowded when I was there, but I assume it could be on some days so you may... more

“Castle Visit”
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4 of 5 stars
airportblues 11 contributions
Torquay, United Kingdom
May 11, 2009

Well worth a visit, it’s been rebuilt but that doesn’t detract from the experience. Stunning location and a nice place to stop on the way to the Isle of Skye. more

“Interesting Place to Visit”
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5 of 5 stars
Whereshallwego2next? 129 contributions
Midlands
May 10, 2009

We chose to visit this castle as my husband is a highlander fan. The admission charge, (I think £5.50) was really reasonable for the quality of the attraction, compared to the visit to Glenfinnan Monument, which I'll review separately. The castle had really detailed displays and guides on hand to discuss the history and meaning of some of the features/displays... more

“Stunning Sight”
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5 of 5 stars
Advisor1967 17 contributions
Glasgow
Apr 17, 2009

Well worth a visit. Although the interior of the castle is fairly average the views from its island and the nearby shore are amazing. more

“A welcome sight”
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5 of 5 stars
actormat 92 contributions
Hamburg, Germany
Mar 22, 2009
1/1 found this review helpful

I've seen this castle several times on trips up to Skye and its always welcome. It's hard not to stop and take a photo. Probably the most photographed castle after Edinburgh. It's location is stunning. As with any attraction you will get crowds at peak times. more

“Choose your time carefully”
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2 of 5 stars
bjh1 31 contributions
Dufftown, United Kingdom
Aug 25, 2008
2/3 found this review helpful

Went there on a Sunday morning on our way home from a weekend break. The castle itself was pretty interesting, the staff could have been a little more cordial, but the reason may well have been the fact that we shared our visit to this fairly small castle, with very narrow 'one person at a time' staircases, with eight coachloads... more

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EileanDonanCastle, Manager

August is the busiest month of the year for all Scottish Tourist attractions. Nearly 30% of our total annual visitor numbers come to the castle in August, something that we have little control over, and you probably picked the busiest week of the year to visit. I'm sorry you felt uncomfortable in the crowds, but would suggest coming back at...

“A Must See”
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5 of 5 stars
smith309 5 contributions
Alexandria, VA
Oct 1, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

This place was absolutely beautiful! Make sure you go and see it. We had the picture blown up and now in our Family Room. One of our favorite views in all of Scotland. What a great setting! more

“Scotland's Beauty”
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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
Jan 10, 2002
16/17 found this review helpful

As a resident of London, the trip to Eilean Donan Castle consists of a car journey of around 500 miles. But it is well worth the time and effort. Eilean Donan castle has to be one of the most classicly picturesque castles in the entire world. If you are a keen photographer (like myself) you are spoilt for choice, with... more

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Eilean Donan Castle Address

Off A97, Kyle of Lochalsh IV40 8DX, Scotland
Tel: 01599/555202 Fax: 01599 555262