About
Historic building where Mary Queen of Scots was held prisoner; explore the rooms and see the same view she would have seen.
Why go
- Feel closer to the past
- Haunting, moving and humbling
- Stand in her bedroom, looking out at the same view
Must try
- Explore the rooms
- Visit the wild boar
- Falconry show
- Castle tearoom
- Climb the castle tower for views
Pro tips
- Park in the village for free
- Circular route on all trails
- Summer best for warmer weather
- Shoulder seasons best for less crowds
Good to know
- Main ticketed interior museum is not dog friendly
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Rating
4.6 / 5 (2530 reviews)
Phone: +44 1969 623981