Aberdour Castle and Gardens
Fife, Scotland
Key facts
- Operator
- Historic Environment Scotland
- Condition
- Partial ruin
- Access
- Staffed, ticketed
- Entry pass
- Historic Scotland Explorer Pass
- Nearest station
- Aberdour, 0.1 miles (straight-line)
Pinpoint
Aberdour, Burntisland KY3 0SL
Telephone 01383 860519
Possible Opening Hours*
*Opening times change. Always check the official website before you travel.
| Monday | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM, 1:30 – 4:00 PM |
One of Scotland's oldest standing castles, its ruined walls set against a walled garden and dovecot that reviewers rate as highly as the castle itself. Historic Environment Scotland runs it as a quiet, staffed site - Outlander fans may recognise it as the monastery where Jamie recovers after Wentworth.
Worth the trip
The walled garden and courtyard, which visitors consistently single out as the equal of the castle ruins.
Before you go
Parking is tight at the castle itself, but the train station car park is only two minutes' walk away if the small on-site one is full.
Recent reviews on file are all five-star, with visitors consistently describing Aberdour Castle as a peaceful, uncrowded place to explore, praising the gardens and courtyard alongside the ruins and its use as an Outlander filming location. Reviewers also highlight informative placards, a good gift shop, and knowledgeable, welcoming staff. No complaints appear in the reviews on file.
Among Scotland's oldest standing castles; walled garden and dovecot
“Castle ruins in a serene, beautiful location. The placards tell the history of the castle and its inhabitants. The garden area and courtyard are fantastic. Wonderful gift shop as well.”- John Espinosa, visitor review
Practical notes from visitors
Quoted from individual Google reviews, not verified with the operator - treat as a steer, not gospel, and check before you travel.
- Facilities
- “The castle is lovely and we had a picnic in the gardens.” - MK W
Common questions about Aberdour Castle and Gardens
Where is Aberdour Castle and Gardens?
Aberdour Castle and Gardens is in Fife, Scotland, at Aberdour, Burntisland KY3 0SL.
Do you need a ticket to visit Aberdour Castle and Gardens?
Yes - Aberdour Castle and Gardens is a staffed, ticketed attraction run by Historic Environment Scotland. Ticket prices and opening hours change through the year, so check the official site before travelling.
What is the highlight of visiting Aberdour Castle and Gardens?
The walled garden and courtyard, which visitors consistently single out as the equal of the castle ruins.
Is Aberdour Castle and Gardens a ruin or still intact?
Aberdour Castle and Gardens is a partial ruin - Among Scotland's oldest standing castles; walled garden and dovecot.
