Macbeth’s Cairn lies on the outskirts of Lumphanan, to the North of the village. This is where Macbeth was allegedly first buried under stones. Today there remains a circle of trees and a pile of stones to mark the place. However, local stories claim that he was not buried here, and that his headless body was taken by the monks of St Finan and buried in the grounds of St Finan's Church.

About half a mile west of Lumphanan lies the Peel Ring. An impressive Motte (moat) and Bailey Earthwork Castle dating back to the 12th Century. There was a causeway built, leading into the castle, which was unknown to the enemy. The moat around the castle prevented the enemy from getting in. Records show that King Edward I of England visited it in 1296. The owner built the manor, which was occupied until 1782. A coin was found some years ago by archaeologists from Glasgow University which belonged to Edward I.