Balmoral Castle Tours

Prince Albert Cairn, near Balmoral Castle, Cairngorms National Park, Scotland
If only the ageing walls of Balmoral Castle could talk! But as they can't, check if tours are available to hear some of its fascinating tales instead.

To explore this fortified complex, find your way to Ballater. There are plenty of other things to see and do in the area, such as Knock Gallery, and Ballochbuie Forest.

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Belvilla Aberdeen Bridge of Don Exhibition Centre

Belvilla Aberdeen Bridge of Don Exhibition Centre

3 out of 5
Bridge of Don
Price was $1,274, price is now $1,135 per person
$1,135
per person
Aug 9 - Aug 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Aberdeen (ABZ)
6/10 (137 reviews)
Average at best. Not particularly hospitable. I was locked out of my room twice. I met a lovely elderly lady in her zimmer staed on my corridor,who was also having difficulty accessing her room. I offered to help. When that wasn't feasible I then went down to the reception. I rang the buzzer 3 times. Just no staff. Bags of rubbish left in the corridor. Fruit flies in my room suggest it may well be needing a look in to regards to hygiene. I did extend my stay, mainly due to mobility issues, but I doubt very much that I'll be back. A shame as it's a decent area. More effort is needed.

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club

The Lodges At Craigendarroch Country Club

4 out of 5
Price was $1,894, price is now $1,630 per person
$1,630
per person
Jul 3 - Jul 7
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Aberdeen (ABZ)
No reviews
Lovely spot, beautifully presented. Kids loved the pool. And asked to come back again.

Reviewed on May 26, 2026

Palm Court Hotel

Palm Court Hotel

4 out of 5
Seafield
Price was $1,345, price is now $1,168 per person
$1,168
per person
Aug 9 - Aug 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (JFK) to Aberdeen (ABZ)
9/10 Wonderful! (517 reviews)
The hotel was very clean, the rooms were cleaned every day. The food was excellent, with a great choice. The staff were amazing, they were helpful, professional and very friendly, nothing was too much trouble for them. Everyone from the cleaning staff to the Manager couldn't have been more kind, they made you feel at home. Fabulous place to stay

Reviewed on May 17, 2026

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Lochnagar #4, Cairngorms NP, Scotland

Lochnagar

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lochnagar during your travels in Ballater. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Lochnagar
Braemar Castle

Braemar Castle

Braemar Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballater, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the restaurants and bars.

Braemar Castle

Royal Lochnagar Distillery

You can take time to visit Royal Lochnagar Distillery during your travels to Crathie.

Royal Lochnagar Distillery

Knock Gallery

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Knock Gallery during your trip to Crathie. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Knock Gallery

Ballochbuie Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Ballochbuie Forest, a lovely green space in Ballater. Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Ballochbuie Forest

Knock Castle

Knock Castle is just one of the places to see in Ballater, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savor the area's bars and restaurants.

Knock Castle

Best Lodging Options Near Balmoral Castle

Balmoral Arms

Balmoral Arms

4 out of 5
13-15 Victoria Road Ballater Scotland
Balmoral Arms
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland

Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland

4 out of 5
Braemar Road Ballater Scotland
Hilton Grand Vacations Club Craigendarroch Suites Scotland
Braemar Youth Hostel

Braemar Youth Hostel

3 out of 5
21 Glenshee Road Ballater Scotland
Braemar Youth Hostel
Braemar Lodge Cabins

Braemar Lodge Cabins

2.5 out of 5
6 Glenshee Road Ballater Scotland
Braemar Lodge Cabins
Cambus o'May Hotel

Cambus o'May Hotel

3 out of 5
Cambus o'May Hotel Aboyne Scotland
Cambus o'May Hotel
Loch Kinord Hotel

Loch Kinord Hotel

3 out of 5
Ballater Road, Dinnet, Aberdeenshire Aboyne Scotland
Loch Kinord Hotel
Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges

Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges

5 out of 5
Glenclova Kirriemuir Scotland
Glen Clova Hotel and Lodges
Douneside House

Douneside House

4 out of 5
Tarland Aboyne Scotland
Douneside House
Argyle Guest House

Argyle Guest House

3 out of 5
7 Main Street Ballindalloch Scotland
Argyle Guest House
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