Glamis Castle with Afternoon Tea
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Port
Aberdeen, Scotland, United Kingdom
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Activity Level
Moderate
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$199.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
Approximately 6½ Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
Travel through the rolling landscapes that make up the areas surrounding Aberdeen to reach Glamis Castle — a royal residence since 1372. Glamis Castle has been handed down through generations of the Earls of Strathmore and Kinghorne. The castle is famous in many ways — it was the childhood home of the Queen Mother, the birthplace of HRH Princess Margaret, and the inspiration for Shakespeare's Macbeth.
Today, you will explore the interior, which is very much still a family home. Venture into its many open public rooms, including the former bedroom of the Queen Mother. You'll also see Duncan's Hall —the oldest in the castle and traditionally Shakespeare's setting for the king's murder in Macbeth.
In an unusual twist, Glamis Castle is also reputed to be the most haunted stately home in Britain, and many are from the spine-chilling tales that have been born from its stones.
After your visit, indulge in a delicious afternoon tea or coffee with a snack.
Notes:
Tour requires approximately 1½ hours of walking. Terrain includes even and uneven surfaces, cobblestones, gravel, and steps. Travel time to Glamis Castle is approximately 1½ hours each way.