Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets
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Guided tour
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- Save money by bundling entry to two royal sites located at opposite ends of the Royal Mile
- Entry to Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Multimedia guide in 9 languages
- Entry to Edinburgh Castle
- Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Expert local English-speaking guide
- Full guided tour of Edinburgh Castle and Holyroodhouse in a crowd-free setting.
- 2-hour guided tour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse State Apartments
- Expert English-speaking guide
- Complimentary guidebook for insights about the palace
- Small group of max. 25 guests
- Entry to Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Multimedia guide in 9 languages
- Entry to Edinburgh Castle
- Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Expert local English-speaking guide
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Experience Scotland’s most iconic landmarks in one expertly curated day, with a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle followed by access to Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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Step inside Edinburgh Castle and explore its essential highlights, including the Great Hall, St. Margaret's Chapel, and the Crown Jewels.
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Enjoy richer context throughout, as your expert guide brings to life the stories behind every chamber, crown, and courtyard.
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Continue to Palace of Holyroodhouse, where you can explore the historic State Apartments and the evocative ruins of Holyrood Abbey with a multimedia guide.
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For a more intimate experience, upgrade to a small-group guided tour of the palace, complete with an English-speaking expert and a complimentary guidebook for a refined finish.
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Edinburgh Castle
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Entry to Edinburgh Castle
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Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
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Expert local English-speaking guide
Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Entry to Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Multimedia guide in 9 languages
Additional paid upgrades:
Palace of Holyroodhouse
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2-hour guided tour of Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Complimentary guidebook for insights about the palace
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Small group of max. 25 guests
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Transport
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Food and drink
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You can cancel these tickets up to 36 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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GroupVerified bookingLast week5/5Holyrood Palace was beautiful and full of history. The visit felt much longer than expected because there was so much to see and explore, but every room was fascinating and worth it. The staff was great, friendly, and helpful throughout the visit. I would definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Edinburgh. Much love from Puerto Rico! 🇵🇷SSusan M
SoloVerified bookingLast week5/5The Holywood palace visit was well organised and all the staff were very helpful. Such a beautiful place! The audio guide was excellent, informative and interesting. Magnified the history of the place for me. Would recommend people to visit. Photography is not allowed inside the palace but the guide is an reasonable price.OOtto R
SoloVerified booking3 weeks ago5/5For an historian it was a very good audioguide telling all the big stories - it gave a lot of good informations and made the visit . the first in many years - extraordinary goodMMichele M
GroupVerified booking2 weeks ago5/5All excellent ! Good services in a unique visit. The visit needs a right time to appreceite the entire palace. I Will visit again it.KKimberlie M
GroupVerified booking4 days ago5/5Learning about the history of this beautiful place was amazing! We opted not to use the headphones, as we felt they were a bit cumbersome and left my spouse and I feeling disconnected from one another. We liked being able to chat about what we were seeing and reading about on the signs. The building and grounds were absolutely lovely inside and out!
Explore Edinburgh's royal and historic landmarks with this cost-saving combo, including a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle and access to the Palace of Holyroodhouse—Edinburgh’s official royal residence.
Getting started
Start your experience at either Edinburgh Castle or the Palace of Holyroodhouse on this flexible combo tour. Wander a stretch of the famous street that connects Scotland’s two royal powerhouses—Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace after exploring the first royal residence.
What to expect
Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle stands atop Castle Rock, a symbol of Scottish heritage and royal power for centuries. Your guided tour reveals the fortress’s pivotal role in Scotland’s history and its enduring legacy.
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The Great Hall: Step into the grand space once adorned for royal banquets and historic ceremonies.
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The Royal Palace: Explore the former royal residence and discover its significance in the lives of Scotland’s kings and queens
Palace of Holyroodhouse
The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh’s official royal residence, sits at the opposite end of the Royal Mile and has hosted monarchs and state occasions for centuries.
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Self-guided access: Enjoy entry to the State Apartments, Throne Room, and Abbey ruins at your own pace. Walk through grand corridors and discover the monarchy’s history in Scotland.
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Audioguide: Explore the palace on your own with insights from a complimentary multimedia guide.
Extras
- Palace of Holyroodhouse Christmas tour: Enjoy all of the above, plus a 2-hour guided tour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Enjoy a personalised experience with no more than 25 guests, follow an expert who shares stories of royal traditions, and take home a guidebook filled with insights into the Palace’s highlights.
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What's not allowed
Edinburgh Castle
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Luggage, large bags, and bags over 30L in volume are not permitted inside Edinburgh Castle.
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Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.
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Drones are strictly prohibited on the premises.
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Access to the roof is not permitted in poor weather conditions.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Bags larger than 45cm × 20cm × 30cm are not allowed in this experience.
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
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Photography is strictly not allowed inside the State Apartments.
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Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted in the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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In consideration of other visitors, mobile phones must be switched off inside the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Accessibility
Edinburgh Castle
- The experience is not fully wheelchair-accessible due to uneven terrain and steps within the castle grounds and surrounding areas.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible, except in some parts of Mary, Queen of Scots' rooms.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
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Concessionary rates for disabled visitors and a complimentary companion ticket are only available to book directly with Royal Collection Trust.
Additional information
Edinburgh Castle
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The guided tour takes place outdoors around Edinburgh Castle. Entry to interior buildings is not included during the guided portion, but you may explore them independently after the tour.
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Specific stops during the tour are assigned by castle authorities and may vary.
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Minors must be accompanied by an adult to join the tour.
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Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 mins before your scheduled start time.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
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As the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a working royal palace, security and opening arrangements may be subject to change at short notice.
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You may be subject to security checks. Some items may have to be checked in and reclaimed at the end of your visit.
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For safety and security reasons, a one-way route operates inside the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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The palace is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
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Last admission time is 3:15pm.
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Under 5s must be booked with a paid ticket.
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The tour is only available when the Palace is closed to other visitors.
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Please arrive at least 15 mins before your scheduled tour time.
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- Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
- Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
- Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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