# Braemar Castle

> Braemar Castle Hear stories of the colorful characters associated with the castle, find out how Clan Farquharson began and discover the part played by Braemar Castle in the story of Scotland. Only 9 miles from Balmoral Castle, take time to visit both and enjoy the different experience each has to offer. The castles are situated in the heart ..

Braemar Castle is a 17th century Castle with a colourful history. Built by the powerful Earl of Mar, it was attacked during the Jacobites uprisings and occupied by Government soldiers before becoming a comfortable family home to the Chiefs of Clan Farquharson. Now operated and looked after by the local community, it has many stories to tell and a warm welcome is guaranteed. Guided tours are available for the 2021 season but the Castle will close for restoration work across 2022.

- Type: Experience
- Location: Braemar, Aberdeenshire, Scotland
- Area guide: [Aberdeenshire](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/discover/regions/aberdeenshire)
- Booking: Not bookable online on HolidayFox; book direct on its website, http://www.braemarcastle.co.uk/, or call +441339741219
- HTML page: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-lF7g-yONjg10/braemar-castle

## Activities

- Castles and Palaces
- Sightseeing and Attractions
- Experience

## Facilities

- garden
- parking available
- toilets
- picnics and food allowed

## Suitable for

- People
- Family
- Children or Kids (3-10)
- Couples
- Groups
- Solo
- Students
- Tweens (11-13)
- Teens (13+)
- Retired
- Motorcycle Friendly
- Sports
- Backpackers

## Nearby stays

- [Braemar Apartment](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-Nul3Let-PnIX/braemar-apartment)
- [Cranford Cottage](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-jRuQcnQ61KIF/cranford-cottage)
- [Braemar Holiday Lodges](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-2HMjjrm5-3MF/braemar-holiday-lodges)
- [Comely Bank Cottage](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-yIGC5XHOkEAI/comely-bank-cottage)
- [Claybokie, Mar Lodge Estate](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-DgfvsVn8uA0q/claybokie-mar-lodge-estate)

All stays nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-lF7g-yONjg10/braemar-castle/near-by-accommodations.md

## Nearby things to do

- [Balmoral Castle](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-DngrFKF4rKe3/balmoral-castle)
- [Glenshee Ski Centre](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-myAAKlvJplJG/glenshee-ski-centre)
- [Glenshee Ski Centre](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-RwolqrzyGQdR/glenshee-ski-centre)
- [Cairngorm Mountain](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-DoDoEjmI4puv/cairngorm-mountain)
- [CairnGorm Mountain](https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-0wOGBQmqDSKP/cairn-gorm-mountain)

All things to do nearby: https://www.holidayfox.com/en/e/dest-lF7g-yONjg10/braemar-castle/near-by-experiences.md

## Questions and answers

### Where is Braemar Castle?

Braemar Castle is in Braemar, Aberdeenshire.

### What activities does Braemar Castle offer?

Braemar Castle lists Castles and Palaces, Sightseeing and Attractions and Experience.

### What facilities does Braemar Castle have?

Braemar Castle lists garden, parking available, toilets and picnics and food allowed.

### What is there to do near Braemar Castle?

Experiences listed near Braemar Castle on HolidayFox include Balmoral Castle, Glenshee Ski Centre, Glenshee Ski Centre, Cairngorm Mountain and CairnGorm Mountain.

### How do I book Braemar Castle?

Braemar Castle doesn't take bookings on HolidayFox. Book direct on its own website, http://www.braemarcastle.co.uk/, or call +441339741219.


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