About This Outlander Filming Location
Outdoor museum representing 18th‑century Highland life; used as MacKenzie village scenes
Fan Pilgrimage Tips
- • Best photo opportunities are typically in the early morning or late afternoon for ideal lighting
- • Bring props or costumes to recreate iconic scenes from Outlander
- • Check local weather conditions and dress appropriately for outdoor locations
- • Respect any filming restrictions and private property boundaries
- • Consider visiting during off-peak times to avoid crowds and get better photos
Visiting Information & Practical Details
Entry Fee
Free entry; parking charges apply
Access
donation
Best Time to Visit
Weekdays in spring/summer
Transport
Bus from Aviemore or Kingussie; 1 km from Newtonmore station
Parking
Paid car park on site
Crowd Level
Low
Accessibility Info
Large site with gravel paths; accessible toilets; mobility scooter available
Photography Guidelines
Photography allowed outdoors; restrictions inside some buildings"
Outlander Scenes Filmed at Highland Folk Museum - Smithy
Highland Folk Museum - Smithy Scene
Outdoor museum representing 18th‑century Highland life; used as MacKenzie village scenes
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The Highland Folk Museum’s MacKenzie Village Street recreates an authentic 18th‑century Highland settlement, with a cluster of thatched cottages, byres, and cobbled lanes that breathe with atmosphere and history. This outdoor museum preserves and interprets traditional Scottish rural life, from crafts and clothing to daily chores and social rituals, offering visitors a tactile glimpse into a vanished village world. The atmosphere is intimate and rugged, shaped by peat smoke, animal sounds, and the open Highland sky, inviting exploration and slow immersion in the past. Filmmakers prize the site for its authentic scale and character, making it a powerful backdrop for stories of community, resilience, and frontier life in the Highlands.