Inveraray Castle

Inveraray Castle Inveraray Castle is the ancestral home of the Duke of Argyll, Chief of the Clan Campbell. Guide dogs welcome.

On the shores of Loch Fyne and in the majestic West Highlands of Scotland sits Inveraray Castle. Known as Argyll’s ‘Jewel in the Crown’, Inveraray is the family home of the Duke & Duchess of Argyll, and the ancestral seat of Clan Campbell. Original Adams' ceilings, tapestries and furniture; a vast array of arms and armoury; five resident ghosts and artefacts tracing the Campbell family's role in s

haping Scotland's history are just some of what awaits your visit. There is limited disabled access for wheelchair users due to the loose gravel around the exterior. Please check the website for accurate opening dates/times before you visit.

04/09/2026

Your wedding day, beautifully intimate. 🤍

For those who dream of a smaller celebration surrounded by their favourite people, our intimate wedding receptions at Loch Fyne Hotel & Spa offer the perfect setting for a truly special day.

Available to book between November – April with a maximum of 20 guests
A beautiful setting for a day that’s all about you.

Find out more - www.crerarhotels.com/collection/loch-fyne-hotel-and-spa/experiences/weddings/

*Image captured at Inveraray Castle where couple had their ceremony before their hotel reception

Some visitors leave us with particularly special memories. During his recent visit from France, Yann filled the Castle w...
04/09/2026

Some visitors leave us with particularly special memories. During his recent visit from France, Yann filled the Castle with music, playing the piano beautifully each evening.
This is no ordinary piano. While staying at Inveraray Castle, lyricist Alan Jay Lerner and composer Frederick Loewe used it to compose some of the music for My Fair Lady. The musical opened on Broadway in 1956 and was later adapted into the celebrated 1964 film starring Audrey Hepburn as Eliza Doolittle.
More than 70 years later, the piano is still filling the Castle with music.
If you could hear one song played on it, what would you choose?

03/09/2026

Every room at Inveraray Castle is filled with fascinating objects and artefacts, each with its own story to tell.
Our guides bring the Castle and its remarkable collection to life, revealing the people, objects and details that might otherwise go unnoticed.
What would you most like to discover about Inveraray Castle?

The Exclusively Highlands Art, Craft, Food & Drink Market returns to Inveraray Castle on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th S...
01/09/2026

The Exclusively Highlands Art, Craft, Food & Drink Market returns to Inveraray Castle on Saturday 12th and Sunday 13th September.
Set against the spectacular backdrop of the Castle, the open-air market will bring together a carefully selected collection of independent artists, makers and food and drink producers from across Scotland.

Join us on the Castle forecourt from 10am–4pm on both days and discover locally made gifts, original artwork, traditional crafts and delicious Scottish produce.

📅 Saturday 12 and Sunday 13 September
🕙 10am–4pm
📍 Inveraray Castle Esplanade

Follow Exclusively Highlands or visit www.exclusivelyhighlands.co.uk for further event information and exhibitor updates.

29/08/2026

Summer colour in the gardens at Inveraray Castle, from golden ligularia, through drifts of blue and white agapanthus, to waves of vibrant orange crocosmia, with the Castle providing the perfect backdrop.

Did you know that just two gardeners look after all 16 acres of our formal gardens and grounds?

Which flowers in our gardens are your favourite?

27/08/2026

During a recent social media session with our tour guide Kevin, who was sharing some of his vast Castle knowledge with us, he sprang into action when a visitor asked about an interesting piece of Jacobite weaponry on the Armoury Hall walls.
 
Our guides are always ready to help and answer any of your questions!
 

24/08/2026

As the final weeks of summer begin to unfold at Inveraray Castle, we are reflecting on some of the special moments that have filled the season.
It was a great pleasure to welcome the immensely talented pianist Yann, visiting from France, whose beautiful playing filled the Castle at the end of each day for our guests to enjoy. His music brought the rooms to life and provided a wonderful close to each day.
Although summer may be drawing to a close, there is still plenty of the season left to enjoy. We look forward to welcoming many more visitors to explore the Castle, gardens and wider estate over the coming weeks.

20/08/2026

Jacobite broadswords, Targe shields and Napoleonic breastplates. Our Armoury Hall is packed with pieces that are sure to amaze. Kevin will be able to tell you about 99% of them on your next visit.
 

Raise a glass in one of the Castle's most treasured rooms. Our private Champagne Receptions in the Green Library offer a...
17/08/2026

Raise a glass in one of the Castle's most treasured rooms. Our private Champagne Receptions in the Green Library offer an intimate experience surrounded by centuries of history.

These receptions are held only occasionally and strictly by booking, making them a truly exclusive way to celebrate with your group. Whether marking a special occasion or simply seeking somewhere unforgettable, few settings compare to sipping champagne within these historic walls.

To check availability and book your private reception, contact us at [email protected].

Chris, Head Gardener at Inveraray Castle, knows these grounds like no one else. Now you can see them through his eyes, o...
15/08/2026

Chris, Head Gardener at Inveraray Castle, knows these grounds like no one else. Now you can see them through his eyes, on a private tour open to just a handful of guests each year.

2026 spots are almost gone. If this sounds like your kind of afternoon, we'd love to hear from you.

📩 [email protected]

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Inveraray Castle
Inveraray
PA328XF

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

Telephone

01499302203

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