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Where Is Celebrity Traitors Filmed? Your Highland Guide from Inverness

Short answer: The UK’s hit reality thriller The Traitors and its celebrity edition film at majestic Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands — around 30 minutes north of Inverness. If you’re planning a fan trip, basing yourself by the River Ness at the Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa puts you close to the action, the city’s restaurants and theatres, and day trips to Loch Ness, Culloden, and Glen Affric.

Evening lights over the River Ness in Inverness — Riverside Inverness — your launchpad for Traitors filming locations.

City sightseeing tour bus crossing the bridge in Inverness — Easy orientation: tours and trails start minutes from the Palace Hotel.

Ardross Castle: The Traitors Castle in the Highlands

Set among rolling parkland near the town of Alness, Ardross Castle delivers the show’s signature atmosphere — candlelit round tables, sweeping staircases, and that unmistakable Highland mood. While the castle is a private estate (and not a regular hotel), the surrounding region is very visitor-friendly. You can explore coastal villages on the Moray Firth, stroll river paths in Inverness, or chase the show’s ambience through misty glens and scenic firths.

Getting there: From Inverness, it’s roughly 45–50 km via the A9 toward Alness. Expect about 30–40 minutes by car, with public transport options to Alness and taxis for the last stretch. Visit ardrosscastle.co.uk for estate details and filming background.

Loch Ness scenic loop drive from Inverness — Classic Inverness day out: the scenic loop around Loch Ness.

Family visiting Urquhart Castle on Loch Ness — Urquhart Castle — a Highland icon close to Inverness.

Riverside view near Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa — Unwind riverside at the Palace Spa.

Bus tour Inverness City centre — Hop on a sightseeing bus for castle views and Highland stories.

Make It a Traitors-Themed Highland Break

Turn your TV fascination into a memorable Highland holiday. Base in Inverness for castle views, river walks, and scenic touring in every direction. The city is ideal for both adventure and relaxation.

Stay: Choose a riverside room at the Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa — pool, spa and castle views included.
See: Add nearby icons: Loch Ness, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, and Fort George.
Explore: Discover more Highland castles through VisitScotland.

Why Inverness Is the Best Base for Fans

Inverness is the Highland hub — compact, welcoming, and brilliantly placed for day trips. You’ll be close to Ardross Castle without losing the perks of city life: theatres, great restaurants, and riverside walks. Inverness Airport connects major UK cities; trains from Edinburgh or Glasgow take around 3.5 hours; and the A9 offers one of Scotland’s most scenic drives.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Celebrity Traitors filmed?

Filming takes place at Ardross Castle in the Scottish Highlands, approximately 30–40 minutes north of Inverness by car. The estate’s 100-acre grounds and grand interiors create the dramatic backdrop fans recognise from the series.

Can you visit or stay at the Traitors castle?

Ardross Castle is a private estate occasionally open for exclusive events or weddings, but not a public hotel. Visitors can admire it from the surrounding countryside or stay in Inverness and enjoy Highland hospitality nearby.

How do I get from Inverness to Ardross Castle?

Drive the A9 toward Alness — roughly a 30–40 minute journey — or take the train to Alness followed by a local taxi. The route offers scenic firth views and plenty of photo opportunities, making it an enjoyable short trip even for casual fans.

When is it filming or airing?

Production at Ardross Castle typically happens in seasonal blocks, with the celebrity edition often filmed in spring and aired later in the year. Schedules may change each season, so it’s best to follow BBC updates or official trailers for confirmed broadcast dates.

What else should Traitors fans see nearby?

Add a Highland circuit to your visit: Loch Ness and Urquhart Castle, Culloden Battlefield, Clava Cairns, and Glen Affric. Each site offers atmospheric scenery worthy of a Traitors episode, and all are easy day trips from Inverness.

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Where Is Celebrity Traitors Filmed? Your Highland Guide from Inverness

Ardross Castle: The Traitors Castle in the Highlands

Make It a Traitors-Themed Highland Break

Why Inverness Is the Best Base for Fans

Frequently Asked Questions

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