Guided Tours

Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Guided Tour and Entry Ticket

Name: Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Guided Tour and Entry Ticket
Start: 2026-07-22T13:30:00
End: 2026-07-22T13:30:00
Location: Edinburgh

Duration

45 mins - 2 hrs 15 mins

Open today

9:30am - 6:00pm

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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Audio guide

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Guided tour

4.8/5(373)

Hulda B

Couple

Verified booking

5 days ago

An informative and thoroughly enjoyable tour. James was incredibly knowledgeable and an excellent storyteller, despite being English 😉. I highly recommend taking this tour at the beginning of your stay. It gives you a great feel for the city and its history, making the rest of your visit even more enjoyable. Everything was exceptionally well organized from start to finish. Absolutely fantastic!

Jennifer S

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Our guide was Nick and he was great! He was personable and funny and had lots of information about the castle and its history. The castle was beautiful and had so many different buildings and museums to see. We were there for the shooting of the gun at 1:00 which was pretty cool. The prison was really interesting too. Overall it was definitely something to see. Go in the morning, slightly less people. We did spend probably 4 hours there, we ate in the cafe, and went through all the buildings.

Michelle G

Family

Verified booking

Jun 2026

We loved the tour of the castle and although Vox Tours was a relatively new player in the market we found our guide to be incredibly informative and just an all round nice fella. As 6 other tourists didn't show for the alotted time, we ended up being the oly people on the tour, so everything was at our pace. We equally loved the dungeons, although a little disappointed that the 'ride' wasn't in operation.

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, an expert Spanish, Italian, French or German guide, an express guided tour or a small-group Royal Mile guided walking tour.

Entry to Edinburgh Castle

Guided tour of the Castle

Expert local English-speaking guide

Edinburgh city audio tour (digital app) in English, French & German

45-min express guided tour of Edinburgh Castle (outside the castle)

Free time for independent exploration of Edinburgh Castle

15% discount on Edinburgh Gin Distillery experiences (subject to availability; see voucher for details)

Additional paid upgrades:

1.5-hour extended guided tour of Edinburgh Castle

Expert Spanish, French, Italian or German-speaking guide

2.15-hour guided tour of Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile

Small group of max. 20 guests

Headset and mobile device

Edinburgh Castle internal audio guide (£3.50)

Transportation

Gratuities

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Hulda B
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
An informative and thoroughly enjoyable tour. James was incredibly knowledgeable and an excellent storyteller, despite being English 😉. I highly recommend taking this tour at the beginning of your stay. It gives you a great feel for the city and its history, making the rest of your visit even more enjoyable. Everything was exceptionally well organized from start to finish. Absolutely fantastic!
John R
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Rory was very knowledgeable and made the time really enjoyable. Rory was very proud of his city and show cases it very well Would highly recommend doing this tour if better if you get Rory
Mahmoud A
Solo
Verified booking
3 days ago
James was fantastic! The tour was short but just enough for someone who wants to fit in so many places to visit in one day.
Cesar P
Family
Verified booking
Last week
Very good experience! The guides very worries for their public. I like so much the preparation and all about this tour.
Allison B
Family
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Just enough of a tour, not too long not too short. Very helpful the castle tickets can be purchased with the tour.

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle crowns Castle Rock as a powerful symbol of Scottish heritage. For centuries, it has stood witness to pivotal moments in the nation’s history. Today, it offers visitors a vivid window into Scotland’s storied past.

Features

The Great Hall: Step inside the grand hall where monarchs, including Mary, Queen of Scots, once hosted feasts and gatherings.

Royal Palace: Visit the former royal residence and discover its role in the lives of Scotland’s kings and queens.

St. Margaret’s Chapel: See Edinburgh’s oldest surviving building, dating back to the 12th century.

Royal Mile: Walk the Royal Mile, the historic street linking Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, lined with centuries-old buildings, shops, and landmarks.

English-speaking guide: Gain insights, get personalised attention, and clarify your doubts from your expert guide.

Audio tour: After your guided tour and independent exploration of the castle, learn more about the city with an insightful audio tour, available on a digital app.

Extras

Extended tour: Want more insights on a longer tour? Choose the extended 1.5-hour tour for a more comprehensive experience.

Royal Mile walking tour: Go on a guided walking tour of the most famous street in Edinburgh.

Small-group: In a small-group setting of just 20 guests, you get a better chance to learn in-depth about the castle and get your questions answered in more detail.

Expert guides: Opt for an expert Spanish, Italian, French or German speaking guide for better insights in the language of your choice.

What to bring

Bring a valid photo ID if requested at the entrance.

Download the audio app before reaching the meeting point to dodge any network glitches at the location. Simply scan the QR code on your voucher and follow the instructions to download the Vox City app and the city map in your preferred language. If you encounter any problems, contact customer@voxcity.com or contact customer support live 24/7 through the website.

Carry your earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

What’s not allowed

Luggage, large bags, and bags over 30L in volume are not permitted inside Edinburgh Castle.

Due to venue restrictions, your pets are not permitted.

Drones are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Access to the roof is not permitted in poor weather conditions.

Accessibility

The experience is not fully wheelchair-accessible due to uneven terrain and steps within the castle grounds and surrounding areas.

Additional information

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.

Some areas may be temporarily unavailable for visit.

Specific stops during the tour are assigned by castle authorities and may vary.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult to join the tour.

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10-15 mins before your scheduled start time.

If Edinburgh Castle is unexpectedly closed on the day of your visit, tickets to Holyrood Palace will be provided instead if available.

Meeting points may vary by tour. Ensure you check your booking confirmation for details.

Please note the Honours of Scotland (Crown Jewels) will be closed from January 12 to Easter in 2026.

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.