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Glamis Castle

Glamis DD8 1RJ, Scotland
01307 840393
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Ranked #1 of 2 attractions in Glamis
Type: Castles
Activities: Dining, Getting married
Traveller Description: Glamis CastleGlamis Castle is a living, breathing monument to Scottish hospitality; a place of joy, laughter and wonder for all. The castle, which... more »
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Midland, Texas
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

This is an active castle where the Queen Mother was raised. The grounds are beautiful and the castle tour educational and interesting. Allocate a full day to enjoy the castle and the grounds.

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Belfast, United Kingdom
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

Went to Glamis Castle on the day when the Highland Games were taking place and there was a great buzz about it.The setting is spectacular. We got in half price because we had paid to get into the Games. We did the tour of the castle and the guide was really interesting and had lots of tales to tell. We... More

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Kaunas, Lithuania
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9 reviews 9 reviews
3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 June 2013 NEW

Glamis castle was everything I imagined castle to be and beyond. My first scotish castle ever and moreover it was our one of two sunny mornings in Scotland,so I with my friends had lovely walk on the grounds. A bit pricy - 11 pounds for guided inside tour and wandering around the grounds. Liked guided tour well enough, beautiful well... More

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Malaga, Spain
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19 attraction reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
23 helpful votes 23 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 June 2013

The visit started well with a warm welcome from the guy at the ticket office. .Our guide was charming and knowledgeable The setting is everything we imagined and more,dont miss the Highland Catttle !!Although it is very grand it still gives an impression of intimacy.We thoroughly enjoyed our visit The only downside is a personal observation .On our tour there... More

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Denmark
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 June 2013

If you love a day out in a historic castle - this place has the most scenic setting and there is only good things to say about it. From the overall charming we met at the ticket entrance...... to the guide and service in the restaurant. We enjoyed great food, a great guided tour - a beatifull river walk and... More

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Perth, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 May 2013

We visited Glamis Castle using our ASVA passes and received a warm welcome from the chap at the Gatehouse. Our guide was Rod Wilson who was most professional and informative, his light brand of humour making the tour one which both my wife and myself enjoyed. I would have preferred more time to examine the portraits in more detail but... More

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Falkirk, United Kingdom
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7 attraction reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 May 2013

Warm welcome from the gentleman at the gatehouse and informative and patient guide who managed to keep our 3 year old son interested throughout the tour. It was quite a quick tour through a few rooms only and more expensive than similar properties such as Scone Palace or Hopetoun House. Nice looking dining room and a good play park for... More

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Sheffield
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Whist staying at Knockendarroch House, Pitlochry we decided to visit Glamis Castle. On arrival we were met by a very pleasant gentleman at the ticket office. Explaining my mobility problems I asked if they had a mobility scooter available? He replied that they did not but told us that my wife could tour the castle whilst I could watch a... More

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england
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48 attraction reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
61 helpful votes 61 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

what a wonderfull place this is,so elegant you could almost imagine all the queens past and present gliding down the staircase,very atmospheric esp the chapel where the ghost of the grey lady resides,wasnt to keen on the American tour guide though she was way over the top !! but didn't spoil the enjoyment though,when you are finished in the castle... More

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Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

Spur of the moment afternoon out with my husband. Friendly, helpful staff. Great tour guide :) full of information and stories of ghosts, better than going round on your own. Had delicious coffee and cake in the restaurant followed by a walk round the gardens. All the old trees are so majestic and enchanting :) all round relaxing afternoon.

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