Edinburgh Castle 120-Minute In-Depth Experience with Expert Guide

5.0

based on 364 reviews

| Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Customers consistently express high satisfaction, praising the tour as informative, fun, and engaging. Many highlight the positive impact of the tour on their Edinburgh experience.

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Features

Free Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile Ticket

Pickup available

Duration

2 hours

Wheelchair accessible

Audio guide

Live guide

Map of Edinburgh Castle
Professional Local Guide
Edinburgh Castle Entry Ticket

Gratuities

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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
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
Not recommended for travellers with mobility issues
On selected dates throughout November, December, and January Edinburgh Castle will host it's annual light show "Castle of Light". The Castle will close at the earlier time of 16:00 on the following dates: November: 21, 22, 28, 29 December: 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 27, 28, 29, 30 January: 2, 3, 4
Ticket only valid on the specified date and time

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...

Duration 2 Hours
Group Tour
Max 25 people in the group

1
Royal Mile
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.
- Duration 10 Minutes•
- No Admission Ticket Required
2
Edinburgh Castle
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.
- No Admission Ticket Required•
- Drive-By Only

Edinburgh Castle

This is where we begin our exploration of the historic fortress of Edinburgh Castle.

Duration 1 Hour and 20 Minutes•
Admission Ticket Included

Argyle Battery

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

No Admission Ticket Required•
Drive-By Only

One O’Clock Gun

Here we will learn about Edinburgh's famous time signal, The One O'clock gun

No Admission Ticket Required•
Drive-By Only

The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum

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

No Admission Ticket Required•
Drive-By Only

St. Margaret's Chapel

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

No Admission Ticket Required•
Drive-By Only

The Royal Palace

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...