Explore Edinburgh Castle with a guided tour, uncover royal secrets, and capture stunning views. Discover history at your own pace. Book now!
Explore Edinburgh Castle with a guided tour, uncover royal secrets, and capture stunning views. Discover history at your own pace. Book now!
- Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott - Begin your journey at the Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott, situated in West Parliament Square, EH1 1RN (across from St. Giles Cathedral).
- Edinburgh Castle - Delight in a brief tour of the castle’s highlights, and listen to tales of its dual role as a royal residence and a prison….
- Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott - Begin your journey at the Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott, situated in West Parliament Square, EH1 1RN (across from St. Giles Cathedral).
- Edinburgh Castle - Delight in a brief tour of the castle’s highlights, and listen to tales of its dual role as a royal residence and a prison. You’ll wander through the castle grounds and delve into 900 years of history. Once the tour concludes, feel free to explore the interiors at your leisure, including the Royal Palace and St Margaret’s Chapel.
- Entry ticket to Edinburgh Castle
- Edinburgh city audio tour in English, French, and German
- Guided tour in English
- Entry ticket to Edinburgh Castle
- Edinburgh city audio tour in English, French, and German
- Guided tour in English
- Tips for the guide
- Optional Edinburgh Castle internal audio guide (£3.50)
- Headset and mobile device
- Tips for the guide
- Optional Edinburgh Castle internal audio guide (£3.50)
- Headset and mobile device
Begin your journey by meeting your guide at the Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott. From this point, you’ll trace the paths once walked by royalty and even pirates as you make your way into Edinburgh Castle.
As you explore the castle grounds, listen to fascinating tales about how this fortress served as the residence for Mary, Queen of Scots,…
Begin your journey by meeting your guide at the Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott. From this point, you’ll trace the paths once walked by royalty and even pirates as you make your way into Edinburgh Castle.
As you explore the castle grounds, listen to fascinating tales about how this fortress served as the residence for Mary, Queen of Scots, and functioned as a prison during the Napoleonic Wars. Capture a photo of the impressive six-tonne Mons Meg, a medieval cannon, and appreciate the grandeur of the Royal Palace.
Afterwards, enjoy the freedom to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site at your leisure, and visit St Margaret’s Chapel, the Scottish National War Memorial, and more.
- Please bring comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
- This tour covers the castle grounds and is outdoors only as guides cannot access inside of the buildings during the tour. After the tour ends, you may explore inside the buildings independently.
- Bags over 30L and suitcases are not permitted inside Edinburgh Castle.
- Please note the Honours of Scotland (Crown Jewels) will be closed from 12 January to Easter 2026.
- Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the Edinburgh city audio guide before arrival.
- Areas of the Edinburgh Castle grounds may be closed on short notice by the castle authorities.
- Some areas may be temporarily unavailable.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
