Holyrood Palace

Enjoy full access to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish home of the British monarch, located at the end of Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile.

Wander through the hauntingly beautiful ruins of 12th-century Holyrood Abbey, steeped in almost 900 years of religious and royal history.

Enhance your visit with complimentary multimedia guides and printed guidebooks, available with select ticket options.

Opt for a digital palace guidebook, an Edinburgh city audio guide, a guided tour, or 48 hours of hop-on hop-off bus travel and entry to Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Yacht Britannia.

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.

Book one flexible combo ticket for entry to the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse, The King's Scottish residence, and the Silver Tour at The Scotch Whisky Experience.

Save significantly compared to purchasing two separate attraction tickets, ensuring you maximise your budget on two of Edinburgh's cultural experiences.

Enjoy maximum flexibility by visiting both sites on the same day or on separate days, based on your itinerary.

Explore the Palace's dramatic locations, including the historic chambers of Mary, Queen of Scots, a site of murder and intrigue, with context from your multilingual audioguide.

At the Whisky Experience, admire the world's largest Scotch collection with a multilingual audioguide, and finish with a guided tasting and a crystal glass to take home.

Book this combo ticket to get access to both the Palace of Holyroodhouse, The King's official Scottish residence, and the rotating, world-class exhibitions at The King's Gallery.

Save money getting entry to two major attractions: a historic royal site and a fine art gallery, for a discounted price with audioguides at both attractions.

Explore Mary, Queen of Scots' historic chambers, the site of tragedy and murder, and admire the Royal Collection art in the grand State Apartments.

See The King's Gallery's exhibit, The Edwardians: Age of Elegance, featuring jewellery, silverware, and more from the Edwardian era.

Maximise your day in Edinburgh by seamlessly combining 500 years of royal history with exclusive access to masterpieces from the Royal Collection in one location.

Book tickets to The King’s Gallery for your special pass to the Royal Collection’s rotating exhibitions in Scotland and see something new and exclusive with every visit.

Explore royal opulence from 24 Apr–6 Dec 2026 at The King's Gallery, Edinburgh. See Fabergé and Sargent works, tracing 1863–1918.

Discover the glamorous lives of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra. View historic 1902 Coronation robes, gilded thrones, and iconic paintings by Leighton.

Witness the monarchy’s shift from Edwardian luxury to WWI duty, featuring Queen Alexandra’s photography and items from the 1901 extensive Royal Tour.

Enhance your visit with a multimedia guide in English included in the ticket price. Listen to expert insights and history as you explore the royal art.

Snap up this smart combo to save money! Hit Edinburgh’s top sights on a bus tour and enjoy a Holyrood Palace visit with a drop off right at its doorstep!

Zip around Edinburgh on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus adventure with 15 stops near all the big hits like Edinburgh Castle, with a bus every ten minutes.

Kids ride for free and listen to hilarious audio tales, while you enjoy the sights with audio guides in your language; it's a win for everyone.

Get dropped off a stone's throw from the magnificent Palace of Holyroodhouse for your chance to wander the King's stunning Scottish home.

Tread the very same floors as Mary, Queen of Scots, and the eclectic State Apartments, while listening to the palace's thrilling, centuries-old secrets.

Book this combo ticket to seamlessly access the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse (The King's official Scottish residence) and the Edinburgh Zoo.

Maximise your Edinburgh visit by combining 500 years of Scottish royal history with an educational day out at the UK's only Royal Zoological Society of Scotland zoo.

Save money compared to buying separate entry tickets, and save time by securing access to two major sites (history and wildlife) with one simple booking.

Explore the Palace's tumultuous past, including the historic chambers of Mary, Queen of Scots, a site of murder and intrigue, enhanced by your multilingual audioguide.

At the Zoo, meet over 2,500 animals, including unique residents like Asiatic lions, sloth bears and pygmy hippos, supporting the Zoo's vital conservation work.

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.

Enjoy exclusive access to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, The King’s official residence in Scotland, during a guided small-group tour.

Step inside the exquisite West Drawing Room, usually closed to the public, for a rare glimpse into one of the Royal Family’s private sitting rooms.

Experience the grandeur of this historic site in a serene, crowd-free setting, as your expert guide shares stories and royal traditions from centuries past.

Take home a complimentary Palace guidebook, an ideal keepsake to remember your visit and deepen your understanding of the Palace’s royal heritage.