Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
by Scotland City Tours - Somos Escocia
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Edinburgh Castle has stood as a key Scottish fortress for nearly 3,000 years and served as a royal residence from the 12th century, including during the reign of King David I and the birth of King James VI. This walking tour begins on the Royal Mile and leads to the castle entrance. The guide will explain the castle’s origins, its role in historic sieges, and its significance through the centuries. Inside the castle grounds, the tour covers various outdoor areas of the fortress, including the Chapel of Saint Margaret, the Great Hall from the 16th century where feasts were once held, and the Royal Palace where Mary Queen of Scots lived. The tour also passes by the National Monument to Scotland’s fallen, two prisons, a canine cemetery, and three museums. The entire tour lasts about 90 minutes and takes place outside; entry inside buildings is not included during the guided portion. After the guided walk, there is free time to explore the castle grounds and enter the museums, palace, and other interior buildings independently until the castle closes. The tour follows designated stops approved by castle authorities. Bags larger than 30 liters are not permitted inside the castle. Only guide dogs are allowed; other pets are prohibited.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Edinburgh Castle
Visit the historic fortress for about 1 hour and 10 minutes. The guide will show the Royal Palace where Mary Queen of Scots lived and the 16th-century Great Hall used for feasts and events. After the guided portion, visitors may spend additional time inside the castle grounds until closing.
60 min
Meeting point
Meet in front of the entrance to Advocates Close, opposite (St. Giles’ Cathedral) . Look for the black umbrella with the tour provider's yellow logo.
End point
Tour end inside Edinburgh Castle
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket
by Scotland City Tours - Somos Escocia
Choose from 5 available options
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.£82Overview
Edinburgh Castle has stood as a key Scottish fortress for nearly 3,000 years and served as a royal residence from the 12th century, including during the reign of King David I and the birth of King James VI. This walking tour begins on the Royal Mile and leads to the castle entrance. The guide will explain the castle’s origins, its role in historic sieges, and its significance through the centuries. Inside the castle grounds, the tour covers various outdoor areas of the fortress, including the Chapel of Saint Margaret, the Great Hall from the 16th century where feasts were once held, and the Royal Palace where Mary Queen of Scots lived. The tour also passes by the National Monument to Scotland’s fallen, two prisons, a canine cemetery, and three museums. The entire tour lasts about 90 minutes and takes place outside; entry inside buildings is not included during the guided portion. After the guided walk, there is free time to explore the castle grounds and enter the museums, palace, and other interior buildings independently until the castle closes. The tour follows designated stops approved by castle authorities. Bags larger than 30 liters are not permitted inside the castle. Only guide dogs are allowed; other pets are prohibited.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Edinburgh Castle
Visit the historic fortress for about 1 hour and 10 minutes. The guide will show the Royal Palace where Mary Queen of Scots lived and the 16th-century Great Hall used for feasts and events. After the guided portion, visitors may spend additional time inside the castle grounds until closing.
60 min
Meeting point
Meet in front of the entrance to Advocates Close, opposite (St. Giles’ Cathedral) . Look for the black umbrella with the tour provider's yellow logo.
End point
Tour end inside Edinburgh Castle
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.