Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour with Entry Tickets

Your experience

Walk back in time with a 45-min express guided tour of Edinburgh Castle, the fortress where Scotland’s royalty once lived.

Getting started

Meet your guide at the meeting point indicated on your booking voucher. After check-in, join your group for the walk to the castle entrance, where your guide will introduce the route and key highlights.

What to expect

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle crowns Castle Rock as a powerful symbol of Scottish heritage. For centuries, it has stood witness to pivotal moments in the nation’s history. Today, it offers visitors a vivid window into Scotland’s storied past.

Features

• The Great Hall: Step inside the grand hall where monarchs, including Mary, Queen of Scots, once hosted feasts and gatherings.

• Royal Palace: Visit the former royal residence and discover its role in the lives of Scotland’s kings and queens.

• St. Margaret’s Chapel: See Edinburgh’s oldest surviving building, dating back to the 12th century.

• Royal Mile: Walk the Royal Mile, the historic street linking Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, lined with centuries-old buildings, shops, and landmarks.

• English-speaking guide: Gain insights, get personalised attention, and clarify your doubts from your expert guide.

• Audio tour: After your guided tour and independent exploration of the castle, learn more about the city with an insightful audio tour, available on a digital app.

Extras

• Extended tour: Want more insights on a longer tour? Choose the extended 1.5-hour tour for a more comprehensive experience.

• Royal Mile walking tour: Go on a guided walking tour of the most famous street in Edinburgh.

• Small-group: In a small-group setting of just 20 guests, you get a better chance to learn in-depth about the castle and get your questions answered in more detail.

• Expert guides: Opt for an expert Spanish, Italian, French or German speaking guide for better insights in the language of your choice.