Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour

Edinburgh Castle is a significant and popular site in Scotland. Join the Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour to uncover the history of this castle located on a dormant volcano.

Tour Description

The tour will start at the Royal Mile outside St. Giles's Cathedral. From there, the group will walk to the medieval castle, offering impressive views of the city. After receiving your tickets, you will explore the castle's main buildings, the three museums, and the war prisons.

At the highest point of the castle, participants will see:

The oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, St. Margaret's Chapel (built around 1130).Crown Square, the main courtyard, with the Great Hall showcasing a collection of weapons and armor.The Scottish National War Memorial.The Royal Palace, where James Stuart, son of Mary Stuart, was born.

Within the palace, you can observe the vault housing the Scottish crown jewels, the Honours of Scotland, and the Stone of Destiny used for coronations during the Middle Ages.

The guided tour lasts 1.5 hours and concludes near the castle.

Ticket to Edinburgh Castle

For tours without tickets, you must purchase your own ticket valid for the same day and time as your tour. It is advised to buy tickets in advance, particularly in high season. This option is not for those wishing to visit only the castle's exterior, as outside tours are limited. Without a ticket, you cannot join the tour.

The option without tickets is for those with tickets purchased through other means or an Explorer Pass. All others must select the option that includes a ticket.

Guided Visit

Edinburgh Castle consists of over 20 buildings. The guided tour will occur within the citadel, with the guide discussing each building from outside. You will not enter the buildings during the tour, but you may explore them at your own pace afterward.