Craigievar Castle
As we move out of the coronavirus lockdown, we’re pleased to be able to welcome back visitors to our outdoor spaces. Some of our buildings (historic buildings, visitor facilities, cafés and shops) remain closed. The toilet facilities at Craigievar Castle are closed. We urge people to follow Scottish government advice to carefully observe social distancing.
Discover the beautiful pink castle said to be the inspiration for Walt Disney’s Cinderella Castle.
Admire an impressive collection of artefacts and art, including Raeburns, armour and weapons.
Experience an authentic tour of the castle, with no artificial lighting beyond the ground floor.
Explore the gardens and woodland trails, keeping an eye out for the rare pine marten.
Enjoy a peaceful break in one of our holiday cottages with lovely views of the castle.
Today’s Opening Hours
- Castle (by guided tour only) & shop
- Closed
- Grounds
- Dawn–dusk
Entry prices
- Adult
- £14.50
- Family
- £33.00
- One adult family
- £27.50
- Concession
- £11.00
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A view across the grounds of Craigievar Castle in the autumn
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A rare pine marten in the grounds of Craigievar Castle
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Paintings and furniture adorn a bedroom in Craigievar Castle
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The fairytale castle of Craigievar
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Blue tartan carpet and wooden furniture adorn the Hall in Craigievar Castle
About this place
Nestled on a picturesque hillside, the elegant pink tower of Craigievar Castle is spellbindingly beautiful, sure to enchant children and adults alike.
Begun in the Scottish Baronial style around 1576, this iconic tower house is among the best preserved and the most loved in Scotland; its exterior remains virtually unchanged since William Forbes completed it c1626. Craigievar was a family home until the 1960s, creating a quirky blend of cosy interiors and rare antiquities within the ancient walls.
In accordance with the former owner’s wishes, artificial light has not been installed in the upper floors. This means that the castle's extensive collection of historic artefacts and art is seen in the shifting light from the sun, exactly as they would have been when they were made.
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