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The Top 19 Castles in the Northwest Highlands

A visit to a castle — whether you stumble over one during a hike outdoors or walk your way around the grounds with a guide — is always something special, and you’ve got 19

beautiful castles to choose from in the Northwest Highlands. Just browse our list to find your top castle , and add some history to your next adventure!

Last updated: November 17, 2025

Urquhart Castle

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The 13th-century ruin is one of the most visited of Scotland's castles and offers great views over Loch Ness. Maybe you can also catch a glimpse of Nessie... The castle …

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Caisteal Maol Castle Ruins

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You should definitely take the short walk, as it offers a magnificent view. A beautiful view, a jungle feel, and a few old fishing boats to boot. The area is …

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Castle Tioram

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The semi ruined castle sits on Eilean Tioram (the 'Dry Island'). Whilst the interior is closed to the public, you can walk around the exterior, however take care to avoid …

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Eilean Donan Castle

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The 1986 film "Highlander" with Christopher Lambert made Eilean Donan world famous with his bridge. Actually the scene that takes place there is only very short.
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Duncraig Castle

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Built in 1866 in the Scottish baronial style, Duncraig Castle was home to the Matheson family until the 1920s. After several changeable decades, including being used as a Naval hospital …

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Moy Castle

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Moy Castle on the beach at Lochbuie is the ancient home of Clan Maclaine. Built in the 15th century it was a three storey tower with a garrett and a …

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Ardvreck Castle

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Car park on the roadside is just a short walk to the castle, and around the loch from further ruins.

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Castle Coeffin

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Castle Coeffin is the ruin of an old fortress that stands tall on the west coast of the Isle of Lismore, once used to spot foes approaching from sea.

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Duart Castle and Tearoom

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A nice view and nice rest area with a tearoom. There is also something to eat.
We weren't in the palace/castle itself.

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Glengorm Castle and Coffee Shop

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Glengorm Castle is a B&B and has some self-catering apartments.

The café is excellent and locals come here for lunch. Great coffee too!

More at:glengormcastle.co.uk

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Castle Moil and Shipwrecks

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The Top 19 Castles in the Northwest Highlands

Urquhart Castle

Caisteal Maol Castle Ruins

Castle Tioram

Eilean Donan Castle

Duncraig Castle

Moy Castle

Ardvreck Castle

Castle Coeffin

Duart Castle and Tearoom

Glengorm Castle and Coffee Shop

Castle Moil and Shipwrecks

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