Tickets & Tours
From exploring the stories within the walls of our historic castle to taking a stroll through our East Woodland, we have ticket options for whatever you need.
Experience Glamis
For people who have never visited before, the first glimpse of Glamis Castle as you venture down our epic driveway is truly breathtaking. It’s a view to behold, but what waits for you within the castle’s historic walls is a fascinating journey into the past.
View a map of our gardens and explore all that is on offer across our sprawling grounds
Ticket Options & Prices
We offer two ticket types, enjoy either a guided tour of the castle, plus access to the ground and gardens, or just explore our extensive grounds and gardens.
We are proudly passing on The Great British Savings Scheme VAT reduction this summer.
Valid on most entry tickets between 25th June – 1st September, 2026.
| Castle Tour | Castle Tour* (25th June – 1st Sept 2026) | Gardens & Grounds | Gardens & Grounds* (25th June -1st Sept 2026) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | £19.50 | £17.06 | £9.50 | £8.31 |
| Senior (60+ years) | £17.00 | £14.88 | £9.50 | £8.31 |
| Child (5-16 years) | £11.00 | £9.62 | £9.50 | £5.25 |
| Child (under 5 years) | FREE | FREE | FREE | FREE |
| Family (2 Adults / max 3 Children) | £65.00 | £56.87 | £30.00 | £26.25 |
*What is included within my ticket?
Castle Tour
Our Castle Tour is operated on a guided basis and includes entry to Glamis Castle, the Gardens and Grounds and any seasonal exhibitions that are running.
Book Tickets
Gardens and Grounds
Our Gardens & Grounds tickets offer access to our outdoor open spaces as well as any seasonal exhibitions that are running.
Book TicketsTours and Additional Information
A tour through the ages
Our guided tours offer you the chance to step into the shoes of the Bowes-Lyon family who have lived at Glamis since 1372. The warmest of welcomes awaits you from our expert guides who will take you on a tour through the ages as you explore the castle’s beautiful rooms and family collections.
Purchasing this ticket is for general admission and is not a reservation for a specific tour time. You may arrive anytime from 10am – 4:15pm. Please check in at the Head of Stairs upon arrival to see which tour you may join next. The last tour of the day is at 4:30pm so please arrive early.
Tours take approximately 50 minutes and is included in the Castle and Grounds admission ticket. Translations are available in several languages but are subject to availability based on the tour guide conducting tours each day. Please ask for further details on arrival.
Friends of Glamis membership
A membership offers an unlimited number of visits to Glamis Castle, Gardens and Grounds throughout the open season. To find out more, please visit our Friends of Glamis page.
- 2026 membership pass £100.00
Car parking
Car parking is included in all pre-booked tickets and there is ample parking on site next to the castle. To gain access to the Restaurant, Gift Shop or The Old Larder only, Gardens & Grounds tickets will need to be purchased.
Partnership Members
We accept the following membership cards:
- HHA (Historic Houses Association)
- ASVA (Association of Scottish Visitor Attractions)
- Scottish Tourist Guides Association
- Scottish Independent Tour Operators Association
- Royal Horticultural Society Partner Gardens Scheme
There is no requirement to pre-book your visit but we do require a valid membership cards to be shown upon arrival.
Group tours
Our tour guides are experts on the history of Glamis Castle and welcome any questions you have.
During the tour, you will visit the Dining Room, Crypt, Drawing Room, Chapel, Billiard Room, King Malcolm’s Room, Royal Apartments, Duncan’s Hall and the Family Exhibition Room.
Private & bespoke tours
A private tour offers visitors looking for a more unique, personalised tour an unforgettable castle experience. These are available on request. If you would like to find out more please contact our team for further information (Monday-Friday, 9.00am-5.00pm).
A complete fairytale. This castle must be the most impressive I’ve seen so far in Scotland.
FAQs
A: Our Friends of Glamis members can book arrival days in advance using the Friends of Glamis loyalty code you received.
A: We welcome dogs in the gardens and grounds, but they must be kept on leads at all times and any mess picked up and disposed of in the bins provided.
A: When choosing a day on our booking page you will see we offer general admission starting from 10am.
A: Yes, our staff will ask to see your membership card on every visit.
A: Yes, it will be open and offers ample car and coach parking facilities. It is located behind our Pavilion Shop and is within easy walking distance of the castle. Car parking is included in all pre-booked tickets. To gain access to the Restaurant, Gift Shop or Hub only, Gardens & Grounds tickets will need to be purchased.
A: The Castle Kitchen Restaurant provides drinks, lunches and afternoon teas. The Old Larder provides hot and cold drinks to take away, as well as a selection of snacks.
There are visitor toilets in the castle which are well sign-posted.
A: If you have booked a ticket through a third-party agent, please contact them directly regarding refunds and transfers.
A: Yes, and we would welcome your support. We offer an annual pass (for you and up to 4 others) at £100 to be used for the entirety of the open season. You can purchase a Friends of Glamis annual membership here
A: Where possible we would encourage renewals online here so we can safely and securely process your details and payments. If you need any help or have any questions please just get in touch.
Telephone: +44 (0)1307 840393
Email: [email protected]
A: Children under 12 years must be accompanied and supervised by an adult at all times.
A: Cycling to and from Glamis Castle is encouraged, however we do not permit cycling in the gardens. Bicycle racks are provided.
Other guidance we ask you to kindly follow whilst visiting:
- The Gardens are part of a working Estate, please be aware of vehicles and works being undertaken during the day
- BBQs or fires are not permitted anywhere in gardens and grounds
- Due to the historic nature of the Estate, there are uneven surfaces and walkways
- Drones must not be used anywhere near the castle, or in the gardens and grounds
- The Estate is managed naturally to ensure that the different ecosystems work in harmony Please be aware that at different times of the year there can be insects which may sting or bite, eg Blandford flies (between May and June and close to water), ticks or wasps/bees. It is recommended to follow the NHS advice on prevention of bites and stings and the guidance on symptoms and treatment if you experience a bite or sting
Reopening 20 March! 🏰✨
Step inside one of Scotland’s most iconic castles, standing at the heart of Scottish history for over 650 years. From the medieval Crypt and 17th-century Chapel to the magnificent Drawing Room and the Royal Apartments of The Queen Mother, the Castle’s rooms reflect a rich blend of medieval, Renaissance and Victorian grandeur, brought to life by our expert guides and remarkable family collections.
An inspiration for Shakespeare’s Macbeth, Glamis Castle has welcomed figures including Mary, Queen of Scots and James V. It was also the childhood home of HM The Queen Mother and the birthplace of her younger daughter, HRH Princess Margaret. 💙
Open daily from 10am–5pm from 20 March.
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Are you, or someone you know, recently engaged and searching for a wedding venue that feels unforgettable? 💍 🏰 🌿
We`d be delighted to welcome you to the Glamis Castle Wedding Showcase Day on 21st March, where you can explore one of Scotland’s most iconic and romantic settings. Step inside our historic castle, wander through our beautiful ceremony and reception spaces, and begin imagining how your perfect day could unfold.
🎟️Tickets to attend are FREE, so whether you’re newly engaged, helping a friend plan their wedding or simply searching for the perfect venue, our Wedding Showcase Day is the perfect opportunity to explore Glamis Castle at its best.
🔗 Visit the link in our profile for more information and to register.
🌟Say “I do” to 10% off your Glamis Castle wedding by attending our Wedding Showcase Day and securing your 2026 or 2027 date before the end of the year.
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Wishing you a magical Valentine’s Day from Glamis Castle! 💖
Steeped in romance, our historic castle has been the setting for unforgettable love stories since 1376, when Sir John Lyon married Princess Johanna. Since then, countless couples have been captivated by its enchanting atmosphere and breathtaking surroundings.
If a Scottish castle wedding has ever been your dream, now is the perfect time to explore the magic for yourself. Join us on 21st March for our Wedding Showcase Day, where you can explore our beautifully styled rooms, meet the team, and picture your perfect day unfolding at Glamis Castle 💍🌿
🎟️ Free to attend with prebooking required.
✨️Let us help you create your very own fairy tale wedding!
🔗Visit the link on our profile for more information and booking
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Here’s a behind the scenes look as our Castle and Garden teams carefully guided the LEGO @thebowesmuseum model into its new home at Glamis Castle, following its 223 mile journey from County Durham. The model will soon be ready to welcome its first visitors during this weekend’s Snowdrop Festival! 🧱🏰
Built from an extraordinary 40,000 LEGO bricks and measuring 1.8 metres in length, it’s one of the largest projects ever undertaken by LEGO artist Steve Mayes, @brickthis . Completed in just over six months in 2010, the piece was originally showcased as the centrepiece of the “LEGO Building The Bowes Museum” exhibition.
Its arrival at Glamis Castle feels especially fitting, given the historic ties between the Bowes family and the estate – the ancestral home of the Bowes Lyon family and the Scottish childhood home of Lady Elizabeth Bowes Lyon (Queen Elizabeth, The Queen Mother).
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On this day, we remember HRH Princess Margaret👑
Princess Margaret, Countess of Snowdon, passed away on 9 February 2002, aged 71. Born at Glamis Castle in 1930, her mother’s Scottish ancestral home, she held a lifelong and deeply personal connection to this place 🏰
Glamis was where Princess Margaret spent treasured childhood days alongside her sister, Princess Elizabeth (later Queen Elizabeth II), exploring the gardens, riding horses, and creating memories she would cherish throughout her life 💙
The photograph captures Princess Margaret during one of her visits, riding at Glamis. The horse, Llevero, was HRH The Prince of Wales’ (now HM King Charles) Argentinian polo pony, kindly gifted to Lady Mary Strathmore after Llevero retired.
Visitors to the Castle Gardens can pause at Princess Margaret’s Memorial, located beyond the Italian Garden along a peaceful avenue of yew hedges 🌿
Erected in 2006, the memorial was designed by the 18th Earl of Strathmore and Fred Stephens, and built by Watson & Sons Stonemasons of St Andrews using stone quarried in County Durham. The wording seen today was suggested by Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during her visit in 2018, ensuring it reflects that her sister was born at Glamis Castle.
Originally created as a centrepiece with the urn, the memorial was later expanded to form the full installation seen today. The field behind it was once an avenue leading to Forfar, and visitors could once glimpse the steeple of a church, now hidden by the surrounding landscape. The memorial stands as a quiet and lasting tribute to Princess Margaret’s lifelong bond with Glamis.
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Wander through our beautiful castle gardens as thousands of snowdrops come into bloom for the perfect family outing, with something for everyone to enjoy:
🌱 Plant snowdrops with our gardening team
🚜 Hop aboard the Beater Wagon for a guided tractor tour of the gardens (weather permitting)
🔥 Toast marshmallows around our outdoor firepit
🧱 Step inside our Coach House and be among the first to admire the newly arrived Bowes Museum LEGO model
🏡 Take a snowdrop home to plant in your own garden
🍽️ Enjoy hot food & drinks at our Castle Kitchen Restaurant (full menu available on website)
🛍️ Browse our beautifully curated Pavilion Gift Shop
🐾 Dogs welcome on leads
🎟️ Included with Gardens & Grounds admission
£6 per adult | £3 per child (5–16) | Under 5s go free
🔗 Book your tickets today via the link on our profile
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🏰 Step into Glamis Castle and picture your perfect wedding day unfolding within our historic walls.
Our Wedding Showcase Day is your chance to wander the grounds, discover breathtaking photo spots, and talk with our experienced team.
📅 Saturday, 21st March
⏰ 11am–3pm
🎟 Free to attend with prebooking required. Reserve your place now through the link on our profile.
📸 @barryrobbphoto
@burfly
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Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Burns Supper. It was a wonderful evening celebrating the life and work of Robert Burns, with great music, delicious food, and the warmth of shared company in the Castle Kitchen Restaurant🥃🎶
Together, thanks to your generosity, our raffle raised £200 for Kirriemuir Food Bank!
To be the first to hear about future events at Glamis, make sure you sign up to our newsletter through the link on our profile. We would love to welcome you back again soon 💙
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Step into the elegance of Glamis for a truly special afternoon 🌸
Experience a fascinating floral demonstration by professional florist @margaretcookflowers , with the arrangements raffled in aid of Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance, alongside afternoon tea and a glass of fizz in our grand Victorian Dining Room, steeped in rich craftsmanship and generations of family stories ✨
Share this with someone you’d love to bring along! 💐
📅 Sunday 8 March 2026
🕑 2.00–4.30pm
🎟️ £50 per person
🔗For more information and booking, visit the link on our profile
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