Combo: Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

Name: Combo: Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets
Brand: Headout
Price: 76.69 USD
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Your experience

Explore Edinburgh's royal and historic landmarks with this cost-saving combo, including a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle and access to the Palace of Holyroodhouse—Edinburgh’s official royal residence.

Getting started

Start your experience at either Edinburgh Castle or the Palace of Holyroodhouse on this flexible combo tour. Wander a stretch of the famous street that connects Scotland’s two royal powerhouses—Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace after exploring the first royal residence.

What to expect

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle stands atop Castle Rock, a symbol of Scottish heritage and royal power for centuries. Your guided tour reveals the fortress’s pivotal role in Scotland’s history and its enduring legacy.

Features:

• The Great Hall: Step into the grand space once adorned for royal banquets and historic ceremonies.

• The Royal Palace: Explore the former royal residence and discover its significance in the lives of Scotland’s kings and queens

Palace of Holyroodhouse

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh’s official royal residence, sits at the opposite end of the Royal Mile and has hosted monarchs and state occasions for centuries.

Features:

• Self-guided access: Enjoy entry to the State Apartments, Throne Room, and Abbey ruins at your own pace. Walk through grand corridors and discover the monarchy’s history in Scotland.

• Audioguide: Explore the palace on your own with insights from a complimentary multimedia guide.

Extras

• Palace of Holyroodhouse Christmas tour: Enjoy all of the above, plus a 2-hour guided tour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Enjoy a personalised experience with no more than 25 guests, follow an expert who shares stories of royal traditions, and take home a guidebook filled with insights into the Palace’s highlights.

Experience Scotland’s most iconic landmarks in one expertly curated day, with a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle followed by access to Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Step inside Edinburgh Castle and explore its essential highlights, including the Great Hall, St. Margaret's Chapel, and the Crown Jewels.
Enjoy richer context throughout, as your expert guide brings to life the stories behind every chamber, crown, and courtyard.
Continue to Palace of Holyroodhouse, where you can explore the historic State Apartments and the evocative ruins of Holyrood Abbey with a multimedia guide.
For a more intimate experience, upgrade to a small-group guided tour of the palace, complete with an English-speaking expert and a complimentary guidebook for a refined finish.

Included

Entry to Edinburgh Castle
Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
Expert local English-speaking guide
Entry to Palace of Holyroodhouse
Multimedia guide in 9 languages
2-hour guided tour of Palace of Holyroodhouse
Expert English-speaking guide
Complimentary guidebook for insights about the palace
Small group of max. 25 guests

Not included

Transport
Food and drink

Meeting and pickup

Pickup detailsRead more

• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Good to know

Luggage, large bags, and bags over 30L in volume are not permitted inside Edinburgh Castle.
Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
Drones are strictly prohibited on the premises.
Access to the roof is not permitted in poor weather conditions.
Bags larger than 45cm × 20cm × 30cm are not allowed in this experience.
Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.