# Urquhart Castle, Loch Ness — Opening Hours, Reviews & Visitor Info > Perched dramatically on Loch Ness shores, these atmospheric medieval ruins offer stunning Highland views alongside visitor facilities including a restaurant, parking and wheelchair access. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/loch-ness/attractions/urquhart-castle (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Campground 🐾 Dogs Welcome # Urquhart Castle Drumnadrochit [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=7485372368494804742&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Loreto Trujillo](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/109839309368140917160) **In short:** Urquhart Castle is a campsite in Loch Ness, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,031 Google reviews, with dogs welcome. Details checked 1 September 2026 · source: Google Places ## About Urquhart Castle Perched dramatically on Loch Ness shores, these atmospheric medieval ruins offer stunning Highland views alongside visitor facilities including a restaurant, parking and wheelchair access. ## Good to know ### Parking - ✓Free car park - ✓Paid car park ### Accessibility - ✓Accessible parking - ✓Accessible entrance - ✓Accessible toilet ### Payment - ✓Credit cards - ✓Debit cards - ✓Contactless Details via Google — worth confirming with the attraction before you travel, especially for access needs. ## Photos Photos via Google ## Opening hours **Monday** 9:30 AM – 7:15 PM **Tuesday** 9:30 AM – 7:15 PM **Wednesday** 9:30 AM – 7:15 PM **Thursday** 9:30 AM – 7:15 PM **Friday** 9:30 AM – 7:15 PM **Saturday** 9:30 AM – 7:15 PM **Sunday** 9:30 AM – 7:15 PM Current hours may differ from the usual schedule above (e.g. holidays) — check Google Maps for today's hours. ## What visitors say [Anton](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113002453910451865632/reviews) ★★★★★ Very clean, well-organized campsite that has everything you can expect and what you'll need. The service was perfect - one of our tent poles broke and one staff member kindly went to the workshop with us to find a solution. The fix saved our tent! Even though the location was very nice, located within walking distance of Loch Ness, there's a busy street directly next to the camping. All in all very recommendable. · via Google [Frankii](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/113343197129917917868/reviews) ★★★★★ We stayed here for one night and it was a really nice campsite. Even being a busy campsite, it felt clean and peaceful. The lady in the office went out of her way to help us when we had a small incident with our dog and we really appreciated that! Would definitley reccomend staying here you are within walking distance to Lochness and the views around are beautiful! · via Google [Bethany Mower](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/116613009342567631423/reviews) ★★★★★ This was our favourite stop of our Scottish tour. The facilities were clean and constantly being kept on top of. The staff we met were so friendly and accommodating. The setting itself is absolutely perfect for those wanting to explore the origin of Loch Ness. We stayed for three nights and enjoyed the short (25 minutes with two young children) walk into the village, a 30 minute walk down to a beautiful part of the Loch through the woods where we paddled and played. A beautiful scenic walk up to the castle. The campsite was quiet despite being busy but didn't feel crowded or overlooked. We would one hundred percent stay here again if we come back. Thank you for a lovely stay! · via Google [Rachel Ruffles](https://www.google.com/maps/contrib/109313145564959842904/reviews) ★★★★★ Lovely campsite for tents and vans and motorbikes v quiet. Picnic benches on site for outdoor relaxing and very clean toilets and AND! Hot showers Whoooo! Laundry available but take coins as not everywhere has card payments lol. Dramatic scenery available all around x · via Google [See all reviews on Google →](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m4!3m3!1s0x488f13e20178670b:0x996126cfcd3d2df0!9m1!1b1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) People say this campsite offers spacious pitches for tents and motorhomes, with clean and well-maintained toilet and hot shower facilities. Visitors also highlight the friendly and helpful staff, and its ideal location for exploring Loch Ness and nearby attractions. Some reviews mention there can be noise from the road. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Address** Drumnadrochit, Inverness, IV63 6XJ [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=57.3285780%2C-4.4655170) **Category** Castles & Palaces **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (1,031 reviews) **Suitable for** All Ages **Setting** Indoor & outdoor **Dogs allowed** Yes **Good for children** Yes **Toilets on site** Yes **Destination** Loch Ness [More attractions in Loch Ness](https://staycation.co.uk/loch-ness/attractions) ★ 4.4 (1,031 reviews) [Visit official website](https://www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/urquhart-castle/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=attraction) [01456 450 551](tel:01456450551) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Loch Ness **Postcode** IV63 6XJ **Payment** Cards, Contactless **Plus Code** 9C9Q8GHM+CQ [Directions ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/dir//''/data=!4m7!4m6!1m1!4e2!1m2!1m1!1s0x488f13e20178670b:0x996126cfcd3d2df0!3e0?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [More photos on Google ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x488f13e20178670b:0x996126cfcd3d2df0!10e5?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) [Write a review ↗](https://www.google.com/maps/place//data=!4m3!3m2!1s0x488f13e20178670b:0x996126cfcd3d2df0!12e1?g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) ### 🏨 Places to stay near Loch Ness Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. [Check availability →](https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101762279-15734754?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.booking.com%2Fsearchresults.en-gb.html%3Fss%3DLoch%2BNess%252C%2BUnited%2BKingdom) Affiliate link [Hotels →](https://staycation.co.uk/loch-ness/hotels) [Camping →](https://staycation.co.uk/loch-ness/camping) ## Quick answers ### What are the opening hours of Urquhart Castle? Urquhart Castle is open Mon–Sun 9:30am–7:15pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go). ### Is Urquhart Castle any good? Urquhart Castle is rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,031 Google reviews. ### Is Urquhart Castle dog-friendly? Yes, dogs are allowed at Urquhart Castle. ### Is Urquhart Castle good for children? Yes, Urquhart Castle is listed as good for children. ### Is Urquhart Castle indoors or outdoors? Urquhart Castle has both indoor and outdoor areas. ### What ages is Urquhart Castle suitable for? Urquhart Castle suits all ages. ### Is Urquhart Castle wheelchair accessible? Urquhart Castle has a wheelchair-accessible entrance and an accessible toilet. ### Is there parking at Urquhart Castle? Yes: free car park and paid car park. ### How do I contact Urquhart Castle? 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