Duart Castle

Log in to your account

AroundUs is a community-driven map of interesting places, built by curious explorers like you. It grows with every review, story, and photo you share.
Connect to save your favorite spots, contribute locations, and create personalized routes.
By continuing, you accept our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy
Add to collection
Map
Suggest a change
Share

Duart Castle, Medieval castle on Isle of Mull, Scotland

The stone fortress stands on a rocky promontory overlooking the Sound of Mull, featuring defensive walls and a square tower reaching 40 meters high.

The MacDougall clan constructed the original stronghold in 1201, which later became the primary residence of Clan MacLean through a marriage alliance in 1350.

The Great Hall displays regimental colors of the World War I Canadian Expeditionary Force 236th Battalion, representing the connection between Scottish and Canadian military heritage.

Visitors can access the castle from April through October, with guided tours explaining the architecture and restoration work completed in the early 20th century.

The castle contains a hidden dungeon beneath its floors where, according to records, prisoners were kept without food until their eventual demise.

Location: Argyll and Bute

Location: Torosay

Inception: 13 century

Founders: Clan MacDougall

Website: https://duartcastle.com

GPS coordinates: 56.45616,-5.65494

Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:08

Reviews

Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.

« Duart Castle: Medieval castle on Isle of Mull, Scotland » is provided by Around Us (aroundus.com). Images and texts are derived from Wikimedia project under a Creative Commons license. You are allowed to copy, distribute, and modify copies of this page, under the conditions set by the license, as long as this note is clearly visible.

Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!

From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.

Around Us App Screenshot

A unique approach to discovering new places

Le Figaro

All the places worth exploring

France Info

A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks

20 Minutes