Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Overview
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1 hour 30 minutes
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Join us on an unforgettable journey through millennia as we explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle on a walking tour that will bring Scotland's rich history to life!
As you explore, your knowledgeable guide will regale you with tales of battles won and lost, royalty and rebels, and the colourful characters who have called the castle home over the centuries. You'll be greeted with breath-taking views of Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside, providing a unique perspective on this beautiful city.
Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a unique and educational experience, a tour of Edinburgh Castle is a must-do activity in Scotland's capital. Come and discover the rich cultural heritage of this iconic landmark, and immerse yourself in the history of one of the most fascinating places in all of Europe!
*IN ENGLISH ONLY. Tickets to Edinburgh Castle are included, and the tour takes place inside. Due to guidelines imposed by HES, guides are not allowed inside the covered areas.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Castle Admission
What To Expect
Royal Mile
A brief walk from St. Giles to Edinburgh Castle's Esplanade, where you will be introduced to the History of Edinburgh and the Castle.
Edinburgh Castle
Walking tour of the Edinburgh Castle grounds. You'll be introduced to the History of Edinburgh Castle, its residents and buildings. Highlights include: - St. Margaret's Chappel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, - Mons Meg, a 6.6 tonne cannon, - The Great Hall, where monarchs could eavesdrop on their court, - The Honours of Scotland, the oldest crown jewels in the United Kingdom, - A cemetery for dogs. Please note that this is a visit of the Castle grounds only, as due to the reduced size of some indoor spaces and the popularity of the Castle, tour guides are not allowed into enclosed spaces.
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Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Reviews
1,152 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great history and castle tour - entertaining and very interesting!
Juliet G,
Nov 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00This was a fun, fact-filled tour. Robert was entertaining and very knowledgable about the history of Scotland and the monarchs. We had time at the end of his tour to explore the various buildings and museums inside the castle. Highly recommend!
Great Edinburg castle...
Lissette B,
Nov 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great Edinburg castle tour by David who provided excellent details for the tour. David is extremely knowledgeable and is a great and engaging storyteller! I’d recommend this tour to anyone visiting Edinburgh and is interested in the history of the castle’
Great tour with david
Melanie g,
Nov 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00David was a great guide with good, accurate historical knowledge (had an a level history student in our group!) and kept us all interested and tried to find spots out of the wind. We really enjoyed the war museum but he was correct probably not everyone’s cup of tea! Great afternoon trip with teens!
Edinburgh castle tour
Wendy P,
Nov 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Robert was an amazing guide,friendly and knowledgeable,plus we had music!Very enjoyable experience,worth every penny Highly recommend,ask fir Ribert as a guide!
Edinburgh Castle brought to life!!
David K,
Nov 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Excellent tour! James is a history teacher and his specialty is medieval weaponry. His tour was informative and interesting. He tossed in a few jokes and really knew his history! (Braveheart with Mel Gibson is rubbish by the way!) James was excited about teaching us new things and his enthusiasm was infectious! Outstanding tour overall!!
Robert Fantastic Guide Edinburgh Castle
June G,
Nov 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very fun and informative guide of Edinburgh Castle. Learned quite a bit about the history and buildings.
Great guide and overall experience
davidcA8068UV,
Nov 2, 2025
- Tripadvisor
5.00We had a great tour of Edinburgh Castle last week guided by Laura, who covered a lot of historical groud in an engaging, entertaining way. She really took the time to answer questions the group had, and gave some excellent recommendations for things in the city as well. All in all, highly recommended!
Robert was a delightful...
megan d,
Nov 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00Robert was a delightful historian and storyteller. He kept us engaged, even in the cold weather. 10/10, would go back. Looking forward to your Dark Tour!
David was awesome!
Stacey B,
Nov 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00David was an excellent tour guide! You could tell that he was passionate about Edinburgh and the history of the castle. He was knowledgeable and charming. It made the tour well worth it!
Tommy is the best
Jordan H,
Nov 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00Learned a lot. Nice guide. His name is Tommy. He made me say he was smart and funny and the most knowledgeable person I have ever met.
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