Doune Castle is a medieval stronghold near the village of Doune, in the Stirling council area of central Scotland and the historic county of Perthshire. The castle is sited on a wooded bend where the Ardoch Burn flows into the River Teith .

An overview of Doune Castle in the Central and West region, including its life as home of Regent Albany, and find out what to see and do at Doune Castle.

Explore this 14th century courtyard castle in Doune, with a striking 100 ft high gatehouse and one of the best preserved great halls in Scotland. There is restricted parking at the castle, and we advise parking in the village car parks where possible.

Information to plan your visit to Doune Castle, including prices and opening times at Doune Castle.

Read a brief history of Doune Castle covering its life as home of Regent Albany and later as a royal castle, and details of the Doune Castle living quarters.

Nestled within the picturesque countryside of Stirlingshire, Doune Castle stands as a testament to the nation’s mediaeval history. This architectural marvel, shrouded in tales of kings, queens, and warring clans, offers a captivating journey back in time for any curious tourist.

Doune Castle lets you walk along the castle battlements, offering terrific views out to the Perthshire countryside. Doune Castle’s central location made it a strategic point during the wars and rebellions of Scotland, so having clear views all around was essential.

Doune Castle is one of the most complete Medieval castles that you will find in Scotland. It is a labyrinth of rooms connected by spiral staircases and narrow doorways. The castle is great fun for kids who can play “Hide and Seek” in its many corners.

Doune Castle is one of the largest and best-preserved 14th-century castles in Scotland. Unlike most of Scotland's castles which have been modified over time, Doune was planned and constructed in one phase and the distribution of the mason's marks may indicate that the castle was erected fairly quickly.

2021年4月14日 · Doune Castle in Perthshire, central Scotland is a 14th century military stronghold built by Robert Stewart, 1st Duke of Albany and includes one of the best-preserved great halls in the whole of Scotland.