Inveraray Castle & Gardens
Award-Winning Castle Gardens and Scenic Walks by Loch Fyne
Inveraray Castle & Gardens spans 16 acres, blending colourful formal lawns with expansive woodland open all year round.
Voted Historic Houses Garden of the Year 2024, it features seasonal blooms, rare trees and unique flag shaped pathways.
Visitors can enjoy castle tours, peaceful walks and a welcoming tearoom serving local refreshments.
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Review Rating 4.6
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Admission: Adult £12 – Gardens only, £18.50 Castle & Gardens
Opening Times: 10am to 5pm
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Opening Times & Admission Prices
Opening Days: Castle & Gardens are 0pen from March to October – Thursday to Monday
Opening Times: 10am to 5pm – 4pm closing in October
Admission Prices : Adults £18.50, Children 5 to 15 years £12, Under 5’s Free
Gardens only £12, £10 and Free
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Our Top Tip: If you want a guided tour of the castle book in advance!
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About Inveraray Castle & Gardens
Inveraray Castle & Gardens are set on the baanks of Loch Fyne and is an early exaample of Gothic Revival architecture.
The gardens cover 16 acres of which two acres are formal lawns and flowerbeds with colour all through the open season.
The rest of grounds are given over to park and woodland and are open 365 days a year with a small charge for parking.
The gardens were voted the Historic Houses Garden of the Year 2024.
Expect to see Daffodils, Heathers, Roses, Rhododendrons and Azaleas, specimen trees like Cedrus Deodars and Sequoiadendron Wellingtonia.
And of interest are the ‘Flag-Borders’, the paths having been laid out in the shape of the Scottish flag no less!
You can get some super locally sourced refreshments in the Tearoom including lunch, sandwiches, tea, coffee, homebaking, snacks and ice cream.
Tours of the castle can be booked, last about an hour, or you can take a self guided tour.
Accessibility at Inveraray Castle & Gardens
Full accessibility information – some restrictions in the castle so plan ahead.
Dogs at Inveraray Castle & Gardens
Dogs on leads are welcome in many areas but not the formal garden, castle or gift shop. Assistance dogs only in the Castle.
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Visitor Reviews of Inveraray Castle & Gardens
Google Visitor Review Score 4.6 stars
Don’t take our word for how genuinely super these gardens are.
Here is what visitors think about their visit to the Inveraray Castle & Gardens:
Glynn Moughton: Loved the beautiful grounds, fascinating castle rooms and impressive antique weapon displays.
Carlton Kmt: Enjoyed the stunning scenery, grand castle interiors and freedom to explore at his own pace.
Barbara Egerton: Appreciated the lovely, dog-friendly grounds and relaxing walks.
Ben Murray: Liked the peaceful gardens and convenient tearoom for refreshments.
SA Steven: Highlighted the friendly staff, great dog walking areas, and well kept gardens.
Map, Location, Directions & Contact Details for Inveraray Castle & Gardens
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Inveraray Argyll PA32 8XE
United Kingdom