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Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour with Fast-Track Entry

Exterior of Edinburgh Castle in Scotland
Statue of Earl Haig in front of Edinburgh Castle entrance, Scotland.
Canon gun at Edinburgh Castle with city view in the background, part of guided walking tour with fast-track entry.
View of Scotland from Edinburgh Castle

Duration

1 hr 30 mins

Open today

09:30am - 06:00pm

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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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.

    • Embark on a 90-minute guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle, steeped in rich history and royal tales that go back 3,000 years.

    • Enjoy a seamless experience with fast-track entry, bypassing the crowded lines to explore Scotland's most visited fortress.

    • 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.

    • Walk along the castle's promenade for panoramas of the city, and choose from English or Spanish guided tours for a personalized experience.

    • Fun fact: The castle, a symbol of Scottish pride, is built on an ancient volcanic rock and houses the city's oldest surviving building!

    • 90-min guided tour of Edinburgh Castle

    • Skip-the-line entry

    • English/Spanish-speaking guide

  • 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 Dunnington

    Ashton

    May, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    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 Martin-Genier

    Patrick

    Mar, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    Good guided tour complete explanations
    Brian Merritt

    Brian

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    3/5
    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 Molyneux

    Simon

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    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 P Lemon

    Sydney

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    4/5
    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.

  • Edinburgh Castle

    Monday09:30am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Tuesday09:30am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Wednesday09:30am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Thursday09:30am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Friday09:30am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Saturday09:30am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
    Sunday09:30am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:00pm
  • 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.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    Meeting Point

    • Meet your guide at Advocates Close.

    • Address: Edinburgh EH1 1ND, United Kingdom.

    • Landmark: St. Giles’ Cathedral.

    • Guide Identifier: Look for a black umbrella with the Scotland City Tours' yellow logo.

    Get Directions to the Meeting Point

    Getting There

    By Bus

    • The closest bus stop is North Bridge (Stop NB). It is a quick 7-minute walk to the meeting point.

    • Board bus X95 to get you there.

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