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Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour + City Audio Guide

4.5(2)1 hr 30 minEnglishEdinburgh, United Kingdom

Free cancellation
Instant confirmation

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€48

Proceed to Edinburgh Castle, once home to Mary, Queen of Scots, and hear about its use during the Napoleonic Wars.

Observe the six-ton Mons Meg cannon and visit the Royal Palace.

After the guided portion, independently visit locations within the castle grounds such as St Margaret's Chapel and the Scottish National War Memorial.

Included

Entry ticket
Live guide
Guided tour (exteriors only)
Edinburgh City audio guide app

Not included

Edinburgh Castle internal audio guide (available for an extra £3.50)
Headset and mobile device
Tips

Meeting and pickup

1 location

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Location
Edinburgh Castle
Advocates Close, Edinburgh, EH1 2NG
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Good to know

Wear comfortable shoes
Bags over 30 L and suitcases are not allowed inside the castle
Dress appropriately for the current weather conditions
The tour is outdoors and covers only the castle grounds. After the tour ends, you may explore the inside of the buildings independently
Meet your guide in front of the entrance to Advocates Close, opposite St Giles' Cathedral
Look for the black umbrella with the Scotland City Tours yellow logo

Free cancellation up to 2 days before your visit date

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