Edinburgh Castle Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Visit the iconic Edinburgh Castle with an expert guide. Admire the castle's treasures such as the Scottish Crown Jewels, St Margaret's Chapel, Mary, Queen of Scots Birthing Chamber, and more on our guided tour.

With your map in hand, your guide will lead you along the ancient cobblestone paths of this national monument. During the tour you will get to discover areas of the castle such as Hospital Square and the Western Panorama, where you can take in the breathtaking views. You will also see some of the more famous parts of the castle including: The One o'Clock Gun, Mons Meg, The Castle Esplanade, Crown Square, and more.

Your local guide will tell you stories of the incredible people who have shaped the Castle throughout the centuries. From stories about deadly banquets and daring midnight raids to the death of a queen and the birth of a king.

Be sure to set aside some time after tour for further exploration of the museums and exhibitions (not accessible during the tour).

Additional Info

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

This tour is an outdoor experience, we recommend checking the weather forecast and dressing appropriately for the Scottish weather

This experience DOES NOT start at Edinburgh Castle. Please meet your guide at 379-381 High Street, Royal Mile next to the Statue of David Hume. Your guide will be holding a black and white umbrella with the EDI Tours logo on it.

Edinburgh Castle is still a functioning military garrison, therefore, the tour duration and itinerary may vary based on any ceremonial activities taking place.

Bags over 30L and suitcases are not permitted in the Castle and there are no left luggage facilities nearby

Ticket only valid on the specified date and time

From November 1st to February 28th the duration of this tour is 1.5 hours

On selected dates throughout November, December, and January Edinburgh Castle will host it's annual light show "Castle of Light". The Castle will close at the earlier time of 16:00 on the following dates: November: 21, 22, 28, 29 December: 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30 January: 2, 3, 4

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Map of Edinburgh Castle

Professional Local Guide

Edinburgh Castle Entry Ticket

Gratuities

What To Expect

Royal Mile

This is our meeting point. This is where we will get everyone checked in. This is where our introduction to the tour takes place before we head off to Edinburgh Castle.

10 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Edinburgh Castle

We will get our first look at the castle from the esplanade, your guide will explain the geology of the area and talk about the first settlers here. You will also learn about The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

Admission Not Applicable

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