Tickets & tours
Find the best way to reach the headland. Join a small-group coach from a nearby city or hire a private driver for the day.
Most bookedCombine the majestic heights of Royal Deeside with the epic cliff-top site of Dunnottar Castle. For almost 150 years, the British royal family have travelled to the...
Best valueStonehaven is not just a pretty little seaside town. Thanks to its fireball festival and its proximity to one of Scotland's most iconic castles, photos of Stonehaven...
Top ratedA private guided tour / shore excursion through Aberdeenshire’s castles, landscapes, and history with a knowledgeable local guide. Explore Dunnottar Castle, Crathes...
Join us for a scenic day exploring Aberdeenshire's beautiful and diverse landscape and get a real taste of the region. From rural country life to dramatic castles and...
Visit with us the city history of St Andrews, Dunnottar Castle, the bridges of South Queensferry and Falkland, famous for representing Inverness in the Outlander...
Enjoy a full-day trip in Spanish from Edinburgh to Glamis and Dunnottar Castle. Admire the amazing family home of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne, the Castle of...
Tour prices are 'from' prices and change by platform and date.
Enter your group and compare totals on both platforms. From-prices; children are priced as adults unless the listing gives a child rate.
Compare our top picks for day trips and excursions.
| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| dunnottar & royal deeside | 9 h | $77 | Compare | 4.9 (623) | classic sightseeing from aberdeen |
| stonehaven audio tour | 1 h 20 min | $8 | Compare | 5.0 (1) | independent travelers on a budget |
| private castle half-day | 4 h 30 min | $247 | Compare | 5.0 (26) | exclusive half-day exploration |
| castle & coastal heritage | 7 h 30 min | $141 | Compare | 4.9 (104) | coastal scenery lovers |
| st andrews & dunnottar (spanish) | 11 h | $88 | Compare | 4.8 (524) | spanish speaking visitors |
| glamis & dunnottar (spanish) | 10 h | $75 | Compare | 4.7 (332) | exploring two iconic castles |
No. Most guided bus tours from Aberdeen or Edinburgh do not include the £13.50 admission fee in the upfront price. You will usually pay this on the day if you choose to go inside.
Tour operators handle their own transport, but entrance is often paid at the door. Read your specific tour inclusions to check if admission is covered.
The ticket kiosk at Dunnottar Castle only accepts credit or debit cards. Cash is not accepted on site. See Tickets and Prices for more details.
From Viator
623 reviews of the dunnottar & royal deeside on Viator & GetYourGuide
Alan was an excellent and very personable guide. He made sure all his guests were comfortable with each stop. Dunnottar Castle is a must see while in Scotland.
What a wonderful time. We were privileged to have Darryl for our driver/guide and he knocked it out of the park. Very knowledgeable, yet personable. On top of that he happily accommodated our need to get back to the cruise port in a timely manner. We expected to have to take a shuttle for our last leg and he seamlessly adjusted the tour to drop us directly at the port. Thanks Darryl!
Malcolm is an excellent tour guide. Highly recommend this tour. He is very knowledgeable, friendly and gave us the option to customize as to what we wanted to see.
