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Edinburgh Castle: Highlights Tour with Tickets, Map, and Guide

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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).
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  • Map of Edinburgh Castle
  • Professional Local Guide
  • Edinburgh Castle Entry Ticket
  • Gratuities
Departure Point

379-381 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1PW, Verenigd Koninkrijk This tour DOES NOT meet at Edinburgh Castle. Please meet your guide in front of the High Court next to the statue of David Hume. Your guide will be holding a black and white umbrella with the EDI Tours logo on it.

Return Details

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.

  • Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    This is our meeting point. This is where we will get everyone checked in. This is where our introduction to the tour takes place before we head off to Edinburgh Castle.
    10 minutes
  • Edinburgh Castle Esplanade, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    We will get our first look at the castle from the esplanade, your guide will explain the geology of the area and talk about the first settlers here. You will also learn about The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.
  • Argyle Battery, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    We will enter Edinburgh Castle through the gatehouse and we will arrive on the Argyle Battery where you will take in the views to the north and learn of the castles historic defences
  • National War Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Descending into Hospital Square we will find the National War Museum. Here your guide will introduce you to the military history of the castle and some of the notable figures. You will also have to opportunity to take the views to the west of the city
  • One O’Clock Gun, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Here we will learn about Edinburgh's famous time signal, The One O'clock gun
  • The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Climbing further up Hawkhill we will learn about the people who currently live in the castle, and those who have been held prisoner here throughout the centuries
  • St. Margaret's Chapel, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Arriving into the Royal Quarters of the castle we will find Edinburgh's oldest building, St. Margarets Chapel. Hear about her life and how this building has survived to this day
  • The Royal Palace, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Our final stop brings us into the beating heart of Edinburgh Castle. Crown Square where we find the historic home to our Stuart monarchs, The Royal Palace. We will learn of the palaces many residents and also of their most famous feature today, The Scottish Crown Jewels. This is where our tour concludes, you now have the opportunity to explore the castle at your own pace, armed with all the new found knowledge you've acquired. Your guide will remain in Crown Square to answer questions for as long as required.
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Between 1st October 2024 and 1st March 2025 the duration of this experience is 90 minutes
  • Due to ceremonial activities The Crown Room will be CLOSED on 28th September, therefore the Crown Jewels will not be on public display on this date.
  • 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
  • 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
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Pascal_S
02 Sep 2023
La qualité de notre guide . Quel fameux comédien ! On va à l’essentiel tout en ayant un maximum de renseignements
pettyjenny
01 Sep 2023
This was on of the best tour guides we have ever had on a tour!! Richard was extremely knowledgeable on history, and balanced it out for all your guests with humor and enthusiasm. He was very passionate about the history and encouraged lots of questions! We learned so much and LOVED the tour!!! Best tour we’ve been on in a visited city by far!
Anne_H
29 Aug 2023
John’s enthusiasm for the castles story over the centuries and his tips for further exploration which the two hour tour can’t accommodate
This tour in Edinburgh is organized by EDI Tours

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