What remains of Kinloss Abbey can be very confusing to the visitor. The main free-standing structure seen in the centre of the Abbey is the South Transept with associated Chapel, the Sacristy with the Priors Chamber above. To the south and west are two near complete cloister walls one containing the Lavatorium and archway into the Refectory. South of the Abbey (outside the cemetery) is the Abbots House. This is unsafe and is fenced off.

At ground level it is possible to see the remains of most of the foundations or low walls of the Abbey including the south wall of the church, the north Transept and many of the columns within the Nave.