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Edinburgh Skip-the-Ticket-Line Castle Walking Tour

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Edinburgh Castle dominates one of the world’s most heroic and bloody national histories. Set on a dead volcano, the castle is an imposing sight with its thick defensive walls. This 2-hour tour gives you an insider’s view of the city’s number one attraction, first letting you skip the ticket line and then revealing the secrets of this fortress, from one of the world’s few official dog cemeteries to the smallest shrine in the world. Learn about the castle’s wicked and wonderful history from the guide.
  • Skip-the-ticket-line entrance to the Castle
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
Departure Point

130 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1QS, UK Your Edinburgh Castle Walking Tour starts on 130 Royal Mile, on the corner with Stevenlaw’s Close (Please do not go straight to the castle). Look for our staff with red jackets and red umbrellas branded with SANDEMANs logos.

Return Details

Castle Terrace, Edinburgh, UK Your Edinburgh Castle Tour finishes inside the castle grounds.

  • Edinburgh, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Meet your guide in front of Frankie & Benny's on 130 High Street by Tron Kirk
  • Royal Mile, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Make your way to the castle and experience one immediate advantage to this 2-hour walking tour: you get to bypass the usually long line and go right into the castle. No waiting.
    15 minutes
  • National War Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Visit the National War Museum to get an up close view of the battles that have shaped Scotland and Edinburgh. Walk through Crown Square, the main courtyard of the castle. See the Crown Jewels of Scotland, including the Stone of Destiny, an oblong block of red sandstone that was used in the coronation of Scottish monarchs.
    900 minutes
  • St. Margaret's Chapel, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Visit St Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburgh. You’ll also see the dog cemetery, the final resting place for canine companions of regimental officers and one of the few cemeteries dedicated to dog in the world. At the end of the tour, you can stay on and explore more of the castle on your own.
    15 minutes
  • Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, United Kingdom
    Listen as your guide shares the insider’s view and secrets of this ancient spot. Learn, for example, about the bloody battles and invasions that have taken place here over the centuries. Your ticket to enter the Castle allows you to stay right through to closing time. Feel free to continue exploring the Castle at your own pace, once the tour is finished.
    45 minutes
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please be aware that Edinburgh Castle stays open until 5pm and your Castle Ticket is only valid on the day of purchase.
  • Children (4 or under) can join the Edinburgh Castle Tour for free. We reserve the right to ask for a valid ID for children joining our tours.
  • Our tour starts at 130 Royal Mile on the corner with Stevenlaw’s Close. We don't allow guests to join after the start time, and we don't allow guests to join the tour if they don't show up in our current start point at 130 High Street.
  • The independent guides who employ us to market their tours have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 1.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
  • No bags or backpacks over 30L are permitted for security reasons
  • Unfortunately, the steep hills and uneven ground mean that this tour is not suitable for pushchairs or those unable to walk unassisted
  • Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    Joan_I
    17 Aug 2023
    We had an awesome day exploring Edinburgh Castle! Alister, our tour guide was the Best!???? Would definitely recommend!
    Y7724GShannahw
    16 Aug 2023
    There wasn't really a favourite part of this tour. Everything was very interesting. You learned something about the history that you didn't know and you could look around the castle at your leisure after the tour.
    85robynr
    16 Aug 2023
    We really enjoyed hearing stories of things that happened there in the castle. We also liked the pictures shown on Alisdair's phone with current events.
    This tour in Edinburgh is organized by Sandemans New Europe Ltd - Corporate Acc

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