Urquhart Castle Ruins Entry Ticket

Overview

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Skip the Ticket Purchase Line and Save Time – Don’t let long lines take away from your travel experience.

Lochside castle ruins — walk among vestiges of the Great Hall, Grant Tower and fortified gatehouse with rugged Highland backdrop

Scenic panoramas — enjoy views of Loch Ness and the Great Glen from the castle’s ramparts and lakeside vantage points

Historical interpretation — read informative panels to learn about clan rivalries, sieges, and local folklore

Atmospheric grounds — explore ruins, defensive walls, ditches and stone foundations that evoke medieval Highland life

Flexible and Independent Experience – Perfect for travelers who prefer freedom over group tours.

It is not possible to skip the security lines. There could be a line at the entrance and is mandatory for all visitors.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

What‘s Included

Skip the Ticket Line Entry Ticket to Urquhart Castle

Live Guide

Food and Drinks

Transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting points

Urquhart Castle

A82 Drumnadrochit United Kingdom

End points

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Urquhart Castle

Explore the atmospheric ruins of Urquhart Castle, perched on the northern shore of the legendary Loch Ness. Once a strategic stronghold during the turbulent era of clan battles and Scottish-English conflicts, today it offers evocative stone remains set against misty waters and verdant hills. As you wander through the Great Hall, towers, and ruins, insights into medieval life, border warfare, and Highland politics emerge through interpretive panels and optional audio commentary. For those seeking history, mystery, or stunning lochside views, this ticket delivers an evocative Highland experience.

Admission Included