Discover Aberdeenshire's Castle Country

Castles in South East Aberdeenshire

Braemar Castle South East AberdeenshireFor those holidaying in Royal Deeside or around Ballater, the nearest castles to visit are those in South East Aberdeenshire. This corner of Aberdeenshire is home to some of the area’s most famous castles including Balmoral Castle, said to be the Queen’s favourite Scottish holiday home!

Castles to visit include:


Find out more about the castles in South East Aberdeenshire on Scotland's Castle Country, and discover what makes this a holiday destination fit for royals!