The Real Story

Explore the regions of Scotland as you visit castles, abbeys, palaces and priories that have important connections to Mary Queen of Scots.

North & Grampian

Follow Mary’s footsteps in the North at a castle, palace and priory.
Edinburgh & Lothians

Head to Edinburgh and the Lothians to visit the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.
Perthshire, Kinross & Angus

Explore a region of castles important to Mary’s life.
Central & West

In Central & West, discover the castle where Mary Queen of Scots was crowned.
Glasgow, Clyde & Ayrshire

Visit the place where Mary spent her final days in Scotland.
Dumfries & Galloway

Explore the location of Mary’s last hours in Scotland.
Scottish Borders

Imposing Hermitage Castle was visited by Mary in dramatic circumstances.