Located on a small island in Loch Duich in the western Highlands of Scotland Eilean Donan Castle is connected to the mainland by a footbridge and lies about half a mile from the village of Dornie. It is one of the most photographed monuments in Scotland and a popular venue for weddings and film locations. One of the most iconic images of Scotland it is recognized around the world and has appeared in such films as The Master of Ballantrae (1953), The Private Life of Sherlock Holmes (1970), Highlander (1985), Mio in the Land of Faraway (1987), Loch Ness (1996), Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998), The World Is Not Enough (1999), Kandukondain Kandukondain (2000), Elizabeth: The Golden Age (2007), Made of Honor (2007) and in the television series The New Avengers (1976) and Oliver's Travels (1995).
Eilean Donan also has its own visitor centre, which includes a Coffee Shop, Gift Shop and toilets and they are open from March to November from 10am to 5pm daily. Today, visitors from all over the world come to explore nearly every part of the castle, and enjoy a journey through the history of the area.
Eilean Donan is a popular
wedding venue and the romantic backdrop both inside and outside the castle provides a unique setting for romantic photography. A perfect reminder of your special day.
The Castle itself has no accommodation and Wedding couples usually have the ceremony at the castle and continue their celebrations at nearby hotels such as Toravaig House Hotel or Duisdale House Hotel on The Isle of Skye.