- Loch Ness
- Indoor and Outdoor
- All Ages
- Castles and Palaces, Tourist Attractions
Attraction Information
Urquhart Castle
The magnificently situated Urquhart Castle, on the banks of Loch Ness, remains an impressive stronghold despite its ruinous state.
Once one of Scotlands largest castles, Urquhart remains include a tower house that commands splendid views of the famous loch and Great Glen.
The castles history and that of the noble families who held it, is told in the exhibition and audio-visual display in the new visitor centre. The Centre features an outstanding array of medieval artefacts found at the castle.
Visitors can relax in the cafe and visit the shop with its local crafts. The visitor centre contains retail, interpretation area, audio-visual presentation and tearoom and toilets on one level. Stunning views of the loch can be obtained from visitor centre veranda.
Opening hours
Monday to Sunday 09:30 - 16:30
Pricing
Adults: £8.50, Kids: £5.10, Concessions: £6.80, Under 5's: Free
Travel & Contact Information
Address
Drumnadrochit, Loch Ness, The Highlands, IV63 6XJ, Scotland
Phone number
01456 450 551
Map
Website
Click here to visit Urquhart Castle's website.FAQ & Additional Information
Yes, there is parking onsite.
Yes, there are toilets and accessible toilets.
No, there are no baby changing facilities.
Yes, you can bring a picnic.
Yes, there is an onsite restaurant.
Yes, Urquhart Castle is wheelchair friendly and has accessible toilets.
Yes, Urquhart Castle have stated they are pushchair friendly.
Urquhart Castle has not told us if they are dog friendly.