Midhope Castle - Visit the Real Lallybroch on a Private Outlander Tour
For Outlander fans, few places capture the imagination quite like Midhope Castle.
Known around the world as Lallybroch, Jamie Fraser's family home, this peaceful 15th-century tower house is one of Scotland's most recognisable filming locations. Tucked away on the Hopetoun Estate near Edinburgh, Midhope Castle has become a must-visit destination for fans wanting to experience the world of Outlander for themselves.
At McPhail Scottish Tours, we regularly include Midhope Castle as part of our private Outlander Experience, combining this iconic location with other famous filming sites across Scotland to create a day that's every bit as memorable as the series itself.
Midhope Castle and Lallybroch
If you're searching for Lallybroch Outlander locations, this is the place you've been looking for.
Although the castle's interior was recreated in a studio, the exterior of Midhope Castle was used throughout the series as Lallybroch - the beloved Fraser family home. Standing in front of its weathered stone walls, it's easy to recognise one of Outlander's most iconic settings.
Whether you're recreating your favourite scenes or simply taking in the atmosphere, it's a location that every fan should experience during their time in Scotland.
Where Is Midhope Castle?
Midhope Castle is located on the beautiful Hopetoun Estate in West Lothian, around 30 minutes from Edinburgh, making it an ideal stop on one of our Tours from Edinburgh.
Its convenient location also allows it to be combined with several other famous Outlander Filming Locations, creating a full day exploring the places that brought Claire and Jamie's story to life.
More Than Just an Outlander Filming Location
Even if you've never watched the series, Midhope Castle is worth visiting.
Dating back to the 15th century, the castle is surrounded by peaceful countryside and offers a fascinating glimpse into Scotland's historic tower houses. Its quiet setting makes it feel wonderfully untouched, adding to the atmosphere that made it such a perfect choice for the production.
Our experienced guides don't just point out filming locations - they share the real history behind them, helping you discover the Scotland that existed long before the cameras arrived.
What to Expect During Your Visit
A visit to Midhope Castle is about much more than taking photographs.
As part of your private Outlander Experience, you'll have time to explore the grounds, hear the stories behind the location and enjoy the surrounding countryside without feeling rushed.
Because every tour is private, your day remains flexible. If you'd like to spend longer at Lallybroch, stop for lunch nearby or combine your visit with other castles and historic sites, we'll tailor the itinerary around you.
Combine Midhope Castle with Other Outlander Locations
Travelling with a local, trusted guide means you'll spend less time worrying about directions and more time enjoying the stories, history and scenery that make these locations so special.
Many guests choose to visit Midhope Castle alongside other famous Outlander Filming Locations, including:
Blackness Castle – Outlander’s Fort William.
Doune Castle - Outlander’s Castle Leoch.
Linlithgow Palace - Outlander’s Wentworth Prison.
Culross - Outlander’s Cranesmuir.
And the mountains between…
Why Visit with McPhail Scottish Tours?
Our private tours are designed around your interests, not a fixed timetable.
From the moment we begin planning your itinerary, we'll help create a day that suits your schedule and includes the places you'd most like to see. You'll travel in comfort, enjoy the flexibility to stop whenever you wish and benefit from the knowledge of an experienced Highland guide who knows Scotland's roads, history and filming locations inside out.
Whether you're a lifelong Outlander fan or simply curious to discover one of Scotland's most famous castles, we'll help you experience Midhope Castle in a way that's relaxed, personal and memorable.
Plan Your Visit to Midhope Castle
If Midhope Castle, Lallybroch and Scotland's famous Outlander locations are on your wish list, we'd love to help you plan the perfect day.
Get in touch to start building your personalised Outlander Experience, and let McPhail Scottish Tours show you the real locations behind one of Scotland's most celebrated stories.