Inverness and Outlander Private Self-Guided Walking Tour Discount Tickets

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location pin icon Castle Street, Inverness, IV2 3EG, Scotland
location pin icon Inverness
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Overview

Dive deep into the enchanting world of Outlander in the picturesque city of Inverness through our self-guided walking tour. Alex, a literary historian, expertly narrates the experience, seamlessly intertwining the fictional tales of Jamie and Claire with genuine historical facts and intriguing backstories. Explore iconic spots mentioned in the novels, understand Diana Gabaldon's inspirations, and uncover the realities behind the filming locations. From the bustling High Street to the majestic castle and serene shores of the River Ness, our tour provides a blend of fiction, history, and the magic of Scottish culture. Immerse yourself in the narratives at your own pace. Getting a unique perspective on myths, events like the Jacobite Rebellion, and stories that have shaped the Outlander universe.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

All our tours are self-guided. You will be led by the GPS in the app. Remember to check the "Before You Go" Section of your ticket and give Pandemic Tours App access to your location!

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

English-WRITTEN

Itinerary

1. Market Brae Steps
Our tour today starts here, at the bottom of the Market Brae Steps. If you look around you, depending on the season of the year, it might be more or less busy. You are in the centre of Inverness, the capital of the Highlands with about 60.000 inhabitants.
Duration: 10 mins
2. VisitScotland Inverness iCentre
You are now standing in front of the VisitScotland tourist information. While it might not have been this exact location, there would have been some kind of tourist information in 1945, when Frank and Claire travel to the capital of the Highlands in order to rediscover each other after having been apart serving their country in the Second World War.
3. Inverness Town House
The beautiful building in front of you is the Town House of Inverness. It was built in 1878 on the old marketplace and was opened in 1882 by Queen Victoria’s second son Alfred.
4. The Inverness Castle Experience
Inverness Castle was probably built by Malcolm III of Scotland after he destroyed the previous castle which stood about one kilometre to the North East. We'll tell you how and why it connects to Outlander novels (and TV Series).
5. The Three Virtues
This statue is only indirectly concerned with Outlander. Faith, Hope and Charity are the three virtues referred to by the apostle Paul in his first letter to the Corinthians in the Bible.
Duration: 5 mins
6. Eden Court Theatre
The modern building on your left is called Eden Court Theatre, a large theatre, cin-ema and arts venue. It was originally opened on 15 April 1976.
Duration: 5 mins
7. Inverness Cathedral, dedicated to St Andrew
This is St Andrew’s, or Inverness Cathedral. On the 17th October 1866, the foundation stone of the Cathedral was laid by the Archbishop of Canterbury after Bishop Eden proposed a Cathedral in 1853. This was to mark the beginning of the building of the Cathedral, only the second one to be built after the Reformation.
Duration: 10 mins
8. Highland House of Fraser
Highland House of Fraser might look like a normal shop to you but to me it repre-sents highland culture. You should be standing in front of a big shop window which displays the traditional Scottish highland dress: the kilt.
Duration: 5 mins
9. St. Mary’s, Inverness
This is Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Church. It was designed by an architect called William Robertson and opened on 2 April 1837. It is a great example of Victorian Gothic Revival. On its left, you can find the priest’s residence, the Presbytery, and on its right there is a convent.
Duration: 5 mins
10. Greig Street Bridge
Greig Street Bridge is the second pedestrian bridge of Inverness. In the spring, the water level of the River Ness rises due to lots of rain and the melting snow flowing into the glen. Glen is the Scottish term for a valley.
Duration: 10 mins
11. Old High St Stephen's Church
This is the oldest building in Inverness, at least the tower is. It dates back to the fourteenth century. The small hill you are standing on is known as St Michael’s Mount. Discover why it is linked to Irish tradition in our tour!
Duration: 10 mins
12. Leakey's Bookshop
Charles Leakey converted this old church into a second hand bookstore which fea-tures rare and old prints, classic volumes, old maps and much much more. If you are lucky, you might be able to even find a signed edition of one of the Outlander novels here!
Duration: 5 mins
13. North Church Place
In Outlander, Claire being a World War II combat nurse, or healer, is one of the most important parts of the story. Jamie first falls in love with her when Claire sets his shoulder in the first book and the first episode of the TV show. If Claire had lived in Inverness in the eighteenth century, it is highly likely she would have worked as a healer in the building opposite of you.
Duration: 5 mins
14. Abertarff House
This is Abertarff House, the oldest non-secular building in Inverness. It is a 2,5 story merchant house which was built for the Fraser of Lovat family in 1593 and has served many different purposes since then.
15. Victorian Market
While not specifically mentioned in the Outlander novels or the show, I believe you cannot visit Inverness without seeing its Victorian market. It is just too beautiful to miss. As the Royal Burgh of Inverness grew in size and population, particularly in the nineteenth century, the town council realised the need for a “covered Market”.
Duration: 10 mins
16. Falcon Square
Falcon Square is dedicated to John Falconer who founded Falcon Foundry in 1858. To commemorate Falconer, there are falcons flying around the unicorn statue. Eastgate Shopping Centre was opened in 1983 and extended in 2003. There are over 60 stores inside.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Audio guide, videos, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need

An email with instructions to activate the tour (booking reference isn't the code!)

3 weeks unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app

Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour

Alex will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)

Exclusion

In-person Guide

Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • 0% refund if cancelled 0+ days before the start date

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Self-Guided Audio Tour

Supplied by Exploro Limited

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