Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour with Tickets Included
by All Star Guides
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£78Overview
This 90-minute walking tour in Edinburgh includes admission to Edinburgh Castle. The tour begins with a 30-minute walk along the Royal Mile from St. Giles to the castle's Esplanade, where the guide introduces the history of Edinburgh and the castle. The main part of the tour covers about 60 minutes at Edinburgh Castle grounds. Visitors learn about the castle's history, its former residents, and notable buildings. Key sites include St. Margaret's Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburgh; Mons Meg, a 6.6-ton cannon; the Great Hall, known for monarchs eavesdropping on their court; the Honours of Scotland, the United Kingdom’s oldest crown jewels; and a cemetery for dogs. The tour takes place outside and on the castle grounds only. Due to Historic Environment Scotland rules, guides cannot enter the castle’s indoor areas during the tour. Tickets to the castle are included in the price. The tour is conducted in English only.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Royal Mile
A 30-minute walk from St. Giles to the Esplanade of Edinburgh Castle. The guide introduces the history of Edinburgh and the castle during this walk.
30 min
Edinburgh Castle
A 60-minute walking tour around the grounds of Edinburgh Castle. The guide covers the castle’s history, its residents, and buildings. Key points include St. Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh; Mons Meg, a 6.6-ton cannon; the Great Hall, a place where monarchs could overhear court conversations; the Honours of Scotland, the oldest crown jewels in the UK; and a cemetery for dogs. The tour is limited to outdoor and open areas, as guides cannot enter indoor spaces.
60 min
Meeting point
Our meeting point will be in West Parliament Square, in front of St. Giles Cathedral, just across the square. Look for the white umbrellas with the logo of All-Star Guides, and please allow yourself 10 minutes before departure so you can start on time.
End point
We will finish our tour in the heart of Edinburgh Castle, after which you're free to explore at your own pace and leisure.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour with Tickets Included
by All Star Guides
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.£78Overview
This 90-minute walking tour in Edinburgh includes admission to Edinburgh Castle. The tour begins with a 30-minute walk along the Royal Mile from St. Giles to the castle's Esplanade, where the guide introduces the history of Edinburgh and the castle. The main part of the tour covers about 60 minutes at Edinburgh Castle grounds. Visitors learn about the castle's history, its former residents, and notable buildings. Key sites include St. Margaret's Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburgh; Mons Meg, a 6.6-ton cannon; the Great Hall, known for monarchs eavesdropping on their court; the Honours of Scotland, the United Kingdom’s oldest crown jewels; and a cemetery for dogs. The tour takes place outside and on the castle grounds only. Due to Historic Environment Scotland rules, guides cannot enter the castle’s indoor areas during the tour. Tickets to the castle are included in the price. The tour is conducted in English only.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Royal Mile
A 30-minute walk from St. Giles to the Esplanade of Edinburgh Castle. The guide introduces the history of Edinburgh and the castle during this walk.
30 min
Edinburgh Castle
A 60-minute walking tour around the grounds of Edinburgh Castle. The guide covers the castle’s history, its residents, and buildings. Key points include St. Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh; Mons Meg, a 6.6-ton cannon; the Great Hall, a place where monarchs could overhear court conversations; the Honours of Scotland, the oldest crown jewels in the UK; and a cemetery for dogs. The tour is limited to outdoor and open areas, as guides cannot enter indoor spaces.
60 min
Meeting point
Our meeting point will be in West Parliament Square, in front of St. Giles Cathedral, just across the square. Look for the white umbrellas with the logo of All-Star Guides, and please allow yourself 10 minutes before departure so you can start on time.
End point
We will finish our tour in the heart of Edinburgh Castle, after which you're free to explore at your own pace and leisure.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.