The Top 18 Castles in Fife

The Cathedral of St Andrew (often referred to as St Andrews Cathedral) is a ruined Roman Catholic cathedral in St Andrews, Fife, Scotland. It was built in 1158 and became … read more

MacDuff's Castle was originally built in the 11th century. However, nothing survives from this period and the ruins you see today are from the 14th and 15th centuries. You can … read more

Located amongst woodland a half-mile (1 km) north of Kincardine, Old Tulliallan Castle is an unusual 14th century hall-house surrounded by a D-shaped ditch and rampart. It comprises two storeys … read more

Falkland Palace & Garden provides a unique opportunity to explore a royal ‘pleasure palace’ with a Victorian twist.

Inspired by the grand châteaux of France, in the 16th century James … read more

The lands here at Seafield (as well as the lands at Markinch) were granted to Robert Moultrie by King James II in 1443 and the tower was in his family … read more

Ravenscraig Castle is a ruined castle located in Kirkcaldy which dates from around 1460. The castle is an early example of artillery defence in Scotland. Now managed by Historic Scotland … read more

Lady's Tower was built in 1770 for Lady Janet Anstruther. According to historians, Lady Janet used the tower as a viewpoint. She would go skinny-dipping in the waters below after … read more

Founded in 1229 by Queen Ermengarde, Balmerino Abbey was once a magnificent Cistercian monastery. These days, the ruins are an atmospheric place to explore. Serene and still, you are afforded … read more

A castle has existed on this site since the 13th century. However, the remains that you see today date to around the 15th century. Whilst there is not much left … read more