Braemar Castle
A striking 17th century castle open to the public during the summer months.
Hear stories of the colourful characters associated with the castle, find out how Clan Farquharson began and discover the part played by Braemar Castle in the story of Scotland. Only 9 miles from Balmoral Castle, take time to visit both and enjoy the different experience each has to offer. The castles are situated in the heart of the Cairngorms National Park, on the Victorian Heritage and Castle Trails, amid spectacular mountain scenery. Enjoy walking, cycling, climbing and fishing or a round of golf at Scotland's highest course. Look out for red deer, red squirrels, golden eagles and, if you’re very lucky, the elusive capercaillie.
Opening Times
April, May June, Oct – 11 to 3, Sat and Sun
July, August, Sept – 10 to 4, Sat, Sun and Wed (not last 2 Weds in Sept)
First 3 weeks in August open 6 days (closed Mon)
We are closed on the day of the Braemar Gathering, Sat 7th Sept, but open
on Fri 6th and Sun 8th
Our guided tours last 45 mins to 1 hour. (Last admission and tour 15 mins before closing)
Contact Phone Number
013397 412 19Websites to Visit
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FarquharsonTravel Directions to Braemar Castle
Travel Directions
By Car: Braemar Castle is situated a quarter of a mile east of Braemar on a sweeping bend on the A93. As you approach the village from the Aberdeen direction, the car park is beyond the castle. Approaching from Perth, travel past the village heading for Aberdeen, the car park is just beyond the graveyard, before the castle.
The castle is a pleasant walk from the centre of the village . A stroll past the Invercauld Arms Hotel (the 1715 Jacobite uprising began here) and past the graveyard where the oldest Jacobite and generations of the Farquharson family are buried, takes you to the entrance to the Castle.
By Bus: A regular bus service (201) runs between Aberdeen and Braemar (59 miles) or arrive in style on the new (2013) open-top service (200) which runs between Braemar and Glenmuick at weekends during May and June, and daily thorughout the school holidays.
Nearby Castles
Braemar Castle Cottages and Holiday SelfCatering
Cottages Nearby
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Stuffers Cottage, Braemar - Sleeps 2
Overlooking the gentle meandering bends of the River Dee where wild red deer roam, this former taxidermist’s workshop and cottage has been completely rebuilt under the ‘Mar Estate Golden Jubile... -
Meall Darroch, Braemar - sleeps 4
This traditional cottage sits on the banks of the River Dee. Meall Darroch looks pretty as a picture and has the welcoming warmth of an open fire. The holiday cottage has been fully modernised, carefully f... -
The Old School House, Braemar - Sleeps 5
Totally renovated, traditionally spacious, detached holiday cottage set in the small hamlet of Inverey, 4 miles out of Braemar on the road to the Linn of Dee. Wide open expansive views to the rear of the h... -
Horsechestnut Cottage, Braemar, sleeps 8
This is one of a delightful group of four houses set on the fringe of this Royal village with the River Clunie gently flowing past at the rear. Very well furnished and equipped to a good standard offering ... -
The Knock, nr Braemar - Sleeps 8
A spacious and very well-equipped traditional stone house, sitting in a woodland area on Mar Estate at Inverey. Offering Magnificent views across the Upper Dee Valley to Ben Macdui, the heart of the Cairng... -
Mar House, nr Braemar, sleeps 8
Nestling in a secluded, wooded position overlooking the River Dee valley, this superior stone house has been totally renovated to offer the finest facilities. Winter sports are also catered for with skiing at Glenshee 20 minutes away. -
Castleton Holiday Cottage near Braemar - Sleeps 2
Very sweet little Semi-detached cottage in centre of Braemar on quiet street. Sleeps two people in one bedroom.