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Urquhart Castle

2 mi southeast of Drumnadrochit on A82, Drumnadrochit IV63 6XJ, Scotland
+44 (0)1456 450 551
4.0 of 5 stars 170 Reviews
Type: Castles, Historic Sites
Activities: Driving, Swimming, Group tours/bus tour
Owner description: An atmospheric ruin overlooking the dark waters of Loch Ness, this dramatic castle has a long and bloody history. Once one of Scotland's mightiest...... more » Owner description: An atmospheric ruin overlooking the dark waters of Loch Ness, this dramatic castle has a long and bloody history. Once one of Scotland's mightiest strongholds, Urquhart's strategic location gave it a key role in the Scottish battle for independence. It came under the control of Robert the Bruce before a 150-year power struggle between the Stewart dynasty and the MacDonald Lords of the Isles. « less
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baltimore
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35 reviews 35 reviews
Reviews in 25 cities Reviews in 25 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Just wonderful to walk on the grounds and enjoy Loch Ness. More

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Saco, Maine
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 of 5 stars Reviewed May 24, 2012 NEW

We stopped here mainly so my mum could use the loo (medical necessity). She was told she would have to pay £7.90 admission. The rest of us meanwhile were trying to see over the newly planted trees and shrubs to determine if it was worthwhile paying to see it. Scottish Heritage have invested a lot in ensuring that it is... More

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kent
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2012 NEW

You must visit here, it is awesome great views and great atmosphere Well worth the money More

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Maldon, United Kingdom
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73 reviews 73 reviews
Reviews in 37 cities Reviews in 37 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

The film at the beginning was very informative. I was a little disappointed because it is essentially a ruin so you couldn't really get the feel of what life was really like in those times. But, it was interesting enough. More

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Bolton
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50 reviews 50 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012

Accessible by car, coach and boat we travelled in by boat as part of a Jacobite Cruise across Loch Ness the tour guides are knowledgeable and approachable and the castle is quite large with lots of open walking areas. More

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Worcester, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

As can be said for almost all Heritage and Trust sites in England and Scotland, the cost of admission per visit is high. Why: simple, these organisations want their visitors to take out some form of annual membership or purchase a pass. Fortunately, our annual memberships of The National Trust and English Heritage more than paid for themselves during our... More

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2012

Not really legal but no guards and very easy to go past the barrier: the castle is a lot more dramatic at night, with beautiful lighting AND it saves you £7.40, which is really overpriced. More

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Nottingham, United Kingdom
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 9, 2012

Interesting castle ruins with a tower you can go up and take photos of Loch Ness, story boards around the site make this informative and interesting. Exhibition centre close by with a cafe and a souvenir shop in which you can buy all sorts of tat. Worth a visit if you're in the area. More

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Kiwigirl839
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38 reviews 38 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2012

A wonderful site. The facilities are top-notch. A modern cafe, gift shop, facilities and a 10 min historical video greet you on entry. Then you can explore the castle, grounds, keep, and ruins at your leisure. More

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London
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2012

Theres not too much to say really. Although it is expensive for what you get at over £7 each, we took our time and only spent 45 mins walking around. The views of the loch are good but then they are great from any number of locations. They a mini festival going on during our visit with medieval folk performing... More

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