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Uncover Scotland's rich history with a 90-minute guided tour of Edinburgh Castle, inclusive of fast-track entry and personalized language options.
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Embark on a 90-minute guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle, steeped in rich history and royal tales that go back 3,000 years.
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Enjoy a seamless experience with fast-track entry, bypassing the crowded lines to explore Scotland's most visited fortress.
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Immerse in the charm of the old world with attractions like the 16th-century Great Hall, the venue of all the jolly feasts, and a unique canine cemetery.
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Walk along the castle's promenade for panoramas of the city, and choose from English or Spanish guided tours for a personalized experience.
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Fun fact: The castle, a symbol of Scottish pride, is built on an ancient volcanic rock and houses the city's oldest surviving building!
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90-min guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
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Skip-the-line entry
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English/Spanish-speaking guide
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guests from United States, Spain, Ireland and over 23 countries have loved this experience
Ashton
May, 2025Verified booking
The castle tour was absolutely amazing. My best friend and I were visiting Edinburgh for the first time and decided to go on the castle tour and it was DEFINITELY worth it. The castle itself is already amazing but our tour guide Jen was absolutely incredible. From start to finish she seemingly knew everything there was to know about the castle, was very fun and engaging and made the tour even better. Anyone planning on doing this tour should 100% do it and 1000% as for Jen if you can!
Patrick
Mar, 2025Verified booking
Good guided tour complete explanations
Brian
Jun, 2025Verified booking
Edinburgh Castle is most impressive, but it was so busy that we immediately left once the guide had completed the tour. It was difficult to hear her because of the background noise of other visitors around the castle and she also talked so fast.
Simon
Jun, 2025Verified booking
We thought the tour was superb, thanks to our guide Raj who was very well informed, lucid and humorous. I have no hesitation in recommending the tour to anyone.
Sydney
Jun, 2025Verified booking
The tour was pretty shambolic at first. We were in the first group and the girl told us to wait across the road. She then disappeared. Seven of us joined the second group with Ross. He rescued the situation and was a very good D guide - informative, interesting and entertaining.. would have been excellent except the shambolic start.
A journey through Scottish history
From being the most visited castle in Scotland to being the inspiration behind the backdrop of Harry Potter, Edinburgh Castle has one too many crowns to its name. Take this chance to dive into 3,000 years of Scottish history at the castle with a guided tour, and save yourself the hassle of bypassing the often crowded entry lines with fast-track entry. Starting from the iconic Royal Mile, your experienced guide will lead you to the castle esplanade and enrich you with facts about the Castle's former residents.
Old buildings to glittering jewels
Once inside the castle, discover the tale of Scotland's kings and queens and explore hidden gems like the Chapel of Saint Margaret, the oldest building in Edinburgh. Step into the canine cemetery, a testament to Scotland's military mascots, appreciating the service of soldier animals. Marvel at the Honours of Scotland housing the oldest crown jewels in British Isle, and the Stone of Destiny that was used in the inauguration of kings.
What to bring
- It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.
What's not allowed
- Flash photography and tripods are not allowed on this experience.
Accessibility
- Guide dogs are allowed on this experience.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Meeting Point
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Meet your guide at Advocates Close.
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Address: Edinburgh EH1 1ND, United Kingdom.
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Landmark: St. Giles’ Cathedral.
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Guide Identifier: Look for a black umbrella with the Scotland City Tours' yellow logo.
Get Directions to the Meeting Point
Getting There
By Bus
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The closest bus stop is North Bridge (Stop NB). It is a quick 7-minute walk to the meeting point.
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Board bus X95 to get you there.
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