Edinburgh Castle: Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide
Overview
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).
What's Included
- Map of Edinburgh Castle
- Edinburgh Castle Entry Ticket
- Professional Local Guide
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
High Street
Edinburgh EH1 1PW, UK
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Edinburgh Castle
Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG, UK
This tour ends in the heart of Edinburgh Castle giving you the opportunity to explore the site further at your own pace.
What To Expect
Royal Mile
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Edinburgh Castle Esplanade (Pass By)
Edinburgh Castle
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included
One O’Clock Gun (Pass By)
The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum (Pass By)
St. Margaret's Chapel (Pass By)
The Royal Palace (Pass By)
Argyle Battery (Pass By)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- 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
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
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