Edinburgh Castle

• Explore Edinburgh Castle (exterior) with a local English-speaking guide and hear fascinating tales of royalty, sieges, and legendary events in just 45 mins.

• See the Great Hall, St. Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, and marvel at Scotland’s Crown Jewels independently after the guided tour.

• Stand atop Castle Rock to soak in sweeping views of the city and uncover hidden treasures with your included Edinburgh city audio tour on your own digital app.

• Upgrade for a longer 1.5-hour guided tour, or a small-group Royal Mile guided walking tour with skip-the-line entry to the castle.

• Unlock Edinburgh’s royal heritage with entry to three iconic landmarks and 48-hour hop-on hop-off access to 50+ well-placed stops across the city.

• Travel across 3 routes covering the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle and the Scottish Parliament, with the freedom to hop on and off as you explore.

• Buses run approximately every 30 minutes and include multilingual audio guides on Red and Blue routes, live English commentary on the Green route, Horrible Histories children’s narration, and a mobile app with live tracking.

• Visit Edinburgh Castle to see the Crown Jewels, explore the royal apartments at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and tour the State Apartments aboard the Royal Yacht Britannia.

• With dedicated stops near each attraction, this combo ensures seamless travel between castle, palace, and royal yacht, keeping your sightseeing efficient.

• Set out on a 2-hour, small-group Harry Potter-themed walking tour of Edinburgh and later explore the rich history of Edinburgh Castle.

• Explore Rowling's inspiration for the lore at sites like Greyfriars Kirkyard, Victoria Street, and the Elephant Café with a local Potter-head guide.

• Hear behind-the-scenes stories about the city’s influence on the wizarding universe, from Diagon Alley to Tom Riddle’s grave.

• After the tour, step into Edinburgh Castle and discover centuries of Scottish history at your own pace.

• Wander through the Great Hall and chambers, and marvel at the Crown Jewels as you uncover stories of legends that helped shape the nation.

• Make the most of your Edinburgh trip with this value-packed combo, blending Edinburgh Castle and The Scotch Whisky Experience while saving you 5%.

• Step back through centuries of history at Edinburgh Castle with an expert-led 45-min walking tour. Learn the stories of monarchs, sieges, and legends.

• After your tour, enjoy free time to wander the castle on your own. Gaze upon the Scottish Crown Jewels, visit St. Margaret’s Chapel, and soak up views from Castle Rock.

• Continue your adventure at The Scotch Whisky Experience with the 50-min Silver Tour. Discover how Scotland’s national drink is crafted, and enjoy a guided tasting.

• Each guest receives a souvenir crystal tasting glass, and audio guides are available in 20 languages, ensuring an experience that is perfect for everyone.

Highlights:

• Two Edinburgh essentials together: a guided walk around Edinburgh Castle’s exterior, plus timed entry to The Edinburgh Dungeon’s 80-minute live-show experience.

• Edinburgh Castle: Entry included, with a 45-minute express English-guided tour outside the castle, followed by free time to explore the grounds and interiors on your own.

• The Edinburgh Dungeon: Timed entry with a 15-minute arrival window, then an 80-minute experience built around live actors, theatrical sets, and dramatic effects.

• One booking, two time-based visits—pick your slots and plan your day around them without managing separate purchases.

Additional Highlights:

• Explore parts of the castle independently after the guided portion, including spaces like the Great Hall and St. Margaret’s Chapel.

• Stand on Castle Rock for wide city views, then keep exploring with the included Edinburgh city audio tour on a digital app.

• Meet figures like Burke & Hare and Major Weir in live scenes, then finish with the Drop Dead Ride’s sudden vertical plunge.Additional Highlights:

• Visit Scotland's two most important royal residences in a single day: go on a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle, followed by access to the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

• Save money by bundling your tickets. Located at opposite ends of the Royal Mile, this combo allows you to stroll the historic path in one logical, time-saving itinerary.

• Skip lines and step inside Edinburgh Castle on your guided experience and see the essential highlights, including the Great Hall, St. Margaret's Chapel, and the Crown Jewels.

• Enter the Palace of Holyroodhouse, where you can discover the historic State Apartments and the ruins of Holyrood Abbey, with a multimedia guide.

• Upgrade to the Palace of Holyroodhouse Christmas guided tour with small-group access, an English-speaking guide, and a complimentary guidebook.

• Join a small-group English-guided walking tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town and learn hidden stories from its centuries-old past.

• Walk the Royal Mile with a Mercat Storyteller and hear vivid tales of royalty, rebels, poets, and ordinary townsfolk who once lived here.

• Visit historic closes, wynds, and courtyards that reveal how life once unfolded inside Edinburgh’s walled Old Town.

• The experience continues with skip-the-line entry to Edinburgh Castle & a 45-min guided overview at the gates before independent exploration.

Highlights:

• Save by bundling Edinburgh Castle’s guided entry with City Sightseeing’s Red Route pass—one booking covers the city’s fortress on the rock and its hop-on hop-off loop.

• Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour: Entry plus a 45-min express guided tour outside the castle, then free time to explore independently with an Edinburgh city audio tour app.

• City Sightseeing: Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour: 24-hour unlimited rides on the Red Route with audio guide in 9 languages, Horrible Histories’ kids’ channel, and headphones.

• Use both on the same day or split across your trip—the bus ticket stays valid for 12 months from your selected date.Additional Highlights:

• Walk the castle grounds with your guide, then head into interior areas on your own time—ideal if you want context first, then space to linger.

• The Red Route’s open-top deck is built for skyline views as you loop past central Edinburgh stops, with commentary running as you ride.