Caerlaverock Castle Tours

Shot on the castles.grounds, performance by Jousting Scotland. Shot from ground level and working from the safe zone...
Shot on the castles.grounds, performance by Jousting Scotland. Shot from ground level and working from the safe zone...
Unique triangular shaped Castle with own moat. Dumfriesshire; Scotland.
One of our favourite castles
Caerlaverock Castle, Scotland. Some scenes from the film Braveheart was shot here.
If only the mighty walls of Caerlaverock Castle could talk! But as they can't, inquire if tours are available to hear a few of its fascinating tales instead.

If you've got time to stop for a while in Dumfries, Caerlaverock Castle is an interesting place to start your exploring. This fortified complex is one of many attractions that'll keep you on the hop here. Caerlaverock Wetland Centre, Mabie Forest Park, and 7stanes - Mabie are also waiting to be discovered close by.

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Royal West End Hotel

Royal West End Hotel

3 out of 5
Glasgow Westend
Price was $957, price is now $860 per person
$860
per person
Apr 4 - Apr 6
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Glasgow (GLA)
8.4/10 Very Good! (594 reviews)
The Room was small but it had everything that was required and it was clean. The two reception staff whom i talked with were cautious and polite, the breakfast was good and reception was helpful when i asked about buses. It is a 40min walk from Buchanan Bus Station but quite easy with google maps. The music venue Oran Mor just a five minute walk away also The Botanical Gardens just the same.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

The Whisky Vaults

The Whisky Vaults

3 out of 5
Price was $1,389, price is now $1,211 per person
$1,211
per person
Apr 20 - Apr 24
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Glasgow (GLA)
9/10 Wonderful! (337 reviews)
Nice old building. The room was cozy and comfortable.

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa

The Isle of Mull Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
Price was $1,288, price is now $1,131 per person
$1,131
per person
Apr 20 - Apr 24
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Boston (BOS) to Glasgow (GLA)
8.6/10 Excellent! (240 reviews)
Totally enjoy the hot tub with stunning views, so relaxing. The bar area is amazing relaxing for a drink and good bar food for a chilled evening. Staff are super welcome and attentive for the service. Fabulous breakfast with amazing sunrise view. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

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Our main purpose for the trip. Landscape around Dumfries is so pretty. We also drove over to Portpatrick.

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Best Lodging Options Near Caerlaverock Castle

The Farmers Inn

The Farmers Inn

2 out of 5
Main Street Dumfries Scotland
The Farmers Inn
Hetland Hall Hotel

Hetland Hall Hotel

4 out of 5
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Hetland Hall Hotel
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3 out of 5
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The Stables - a house that sleeps 14 guests in 6 bedrooms

Kirkbean, Dumfries Dumfries and Galloway
The Stables - a house that sleeps 14 guests in 6 bedrooms
Aberdour Guest House

Aberdour Guest House

3 out of 5
16-20 NEWALL TERRACE Dumfries Scotland
Aberdour Guest House
The Queensberry Hotel & Restaurant

The Queensberry Hotel & Restaurant

2 out of 5
12-16 English Street Dumfries Scotland
The Queensberry Hotel & Restaurant
The Golf Hotel

The Golf Hotel

3 out of 5
4 Criffel St Silloth England
The Golf Hotel
The Kings Arms Hotel

The Kings Arms Hotel

2.5 out of 5
29, High Street Lockerbie Scotland
The Kings Arms Hotel
St Marys Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

St Marys Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Rockcliffe, Dalbeattie Dumfries and Galloway
St Marys Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
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