Blackness Castle

About

A historic fortress jutting into the water, known as the 'ship that never sailed'.

Why go

• Feels like it’s waiting for a battle scene
• Allows for imaginative journeys into the past
• One of scotland’s most unique castles

Must try

• Walk freely among the ruins
• Explore the impressive fortress
• Walk along its historic ramparts
• Learn about the castle’s fascinating past
• Discover filming locations from outlander

Pro tips

• Train to linlithgow then bus or taxi
• Bus runs only 4 times a day
• Taxi from linlithgow takes 10 minutes
• Take a direct bus from edinburgh
• 40 Mins from edinburgh

Good to know

• Entry about £7 to £8

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Rating

4.7 / 5 (4332 reviews)

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