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Scotland’s Filmset: A Private Day Touring Braveheart, Outlander and Rob Roy Country
A private 4–8 hour guided history-and-film tour from Edinburgh that traces locations from Braveheart, Outlander and more—useful for travelers who want the real stories behind the screen.
Scotland’s Filmset: A Private Day Touring Braveheart, Outlander and Rob Roy Country.
Walk the line where history and cinema overlap: this private outing follows the footsteps of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce and Claire Fraser, visiting battlefields, castles and the resting place of Rob Roy amid panoramic Scottish scenery.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Battlefields and Living History
Visit the Wallace (Braveheart) monument overlooking the Stirling Bridge site and the Bannockburn Centre, where you can take part in a battle simulation that reenacts decisions from Bruce’s 1314 victory.
Iconic Filming Sites—Outlander and More
Explore Linlithgow Palace (Mary Queen of Scots’ birthplace and an Outlander filming location) and Doune Castle, a setting used in Monty Python, Game of Thrones and Outlander.
Rob Roy’s Resting Place and Highland Passage
Drive through Callander to Balquhidder to visit the resting place of Rob Roy McGregor, taking in the fantastic scenery along the route.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
From your pick up point the day moves from coastal castle to royal palace, through Stirling’s monuments and into the central Highlands; the pace ranges from short on-site walks at filming locations to a hands-on battle simulation at Bannockburn before returning to your selected final destination.
THE HISTORY
Battlefields and Living History
Visit the Wallace (Braveheart) monument overlooking the Stirling Bridge site and the Bannockburn Centre, where you can take part in a battle simulation that reenacts decisions from Bruce’s 1314 victory.
THE LOCATIONS
Iconic Filming Sites—Outlander and More
Explore Linlithgow Palace (Mary Queen of Scots’ birthplace and an Outlander filming location) and Doune Castle, a setting used in Monty Python, Game of Thrones and Outlander.
THE SCENERY
Rob Roy’s Resting Place and Highland Passage
Drive through Callander to Balquhidder to visit the resting place of Rob Roy McGregor, taking in the fantastic scenery along the route.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits—and who it doesn’t.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Typical tour duration is 4 to 8 hours.
This is a private-group tour priced for up to seven people per group (£445 per private group as listed).
The tour begins from your pick up point and returns to the pick up point or another selected final destination.
The operator description does not specify required gear; participants should expect a mix of short walks and time spent at outdoor sites.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Scotland in TV and Film tour?
The tour runs between 4 and 8 hours.
What is the group size limit and pricing?
Pricing is listed for a private group up to seven people; the stated rate is £445 per private group.
Are children allowed on the tour?
The tour is offered for private groups of all ages.
Where does the tour start and finish?
The tour starts from your pick up point and returns to your pick up point or another selected final destination.
Which filming locations and historic sites are visited?
Stops include Blackness Castle (near Bo’ness), Linlithgow Palace, the Wallace Monument, the Bannockburn Centre, Doune Castle, Callander and Balquhidder (Rob Roy’s resting place).