Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour & Holyrood Palace Ticket
Explore Edinburgh’s Royal History
Join a guided tour starting at 10:00 a.m. and walk to Edinburgh Castle, perched on Castle Rock. Discover its dramatic history, from ancient battles to royal life, and visit highlights like the Great Hall and St. Margaret’s Chapel.
Later, at 2:00 p.m., return to the meeting point. A staff member will escort you to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, where you'll explore with an audio guide. Learn about Mary, Queen of Scots, and the palace’s role in modern royal visits.
This experience offers the perfect blend of expert guidance and independent discovery — ideal for travelers who want to dive deep into Scotland’s royal and cultural heritage.
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Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour & Holyrood Palace Ticket
What's included in Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour & Holyrood Palace Ticket
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Edinburgh Castle
Meet your guide at 10:00 a.m. at the designated meeting point, and make your way to Edinburgh Castle, which towers over the city from its dramatic perch on the ancient volcanic rock known as Castle Rock. Wander along the esplanade and uncover the history behind the castle’s construction and the numerous battles it has witnessed. You’ll also pass by the famous esplanade where the Royal Military Tattoo takes place each year. Let yourself be impressed by the splendor of the Great Hall and the Royal Apartments. Once the guided portion concludes, enjoy some free time to delve deeper into the castle’s many fascinating spaces at your own rhythm.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Then, at 2:00 p.m., head back to the meeting point, where one of our team members will accompany you to the Palace of Holyroodhouse — the official Scottish residence of the British monarch. Explore the Palace’s rich connections to some of Scotland’s most renowned historical figures, including Mary, Queen of Scots, and Bonnie Prince Charlie. You'll also gain insight into how the Palace continues to serve the King today during royal visits and official ceremonies in Scotland.
Inclusions
- Edinburgh Castle entrance ticket
- Guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Holyrood Palace ticket
- Gratitudes
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- For both activities, we will meet at the same meeting point. You will first join the guided tour of Edinburgh, and afterwards, visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
For Edinburgh Castle, customers must go to the meeting point to redeem their tickets, as they are handled in paper format. For the Palace of Holyroodhouse, customers must also go to the meeting point, as the group will access the Palace together.
