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Combo (Save 5%): Palace of Holyroodhouse + Edinburgh Zoo Tickets

Name: Combo (Save 5%): Palace of Holyroodhouse + Edinburgh Zoo Tickets
Start: 2026-06-19T13:00:00
End: 2026-06-19T16:00:00
Location: Edinburgh

Palace of Holyroodhouse exterior with stone towers and courtyard in Edinburgh, Scotland.

Royal Dining Room at the Palace of Holyroodhouse with ornate table settings and portraits.

Chilean flamingos in habitat at Edinburgh Zoo.

Visitors observing primate skeletons at an exhibit in Edinburgh Zoo.

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

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

4.6/5(5,719)

Kristina T

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Today has truly been a wonderful experience. I’ve visited many zoos before, but this one has instantly become my favourite. Every part of the visit was enjoyable, but seeing the penguins was definitely the highlight—they were absolutely adorable and really made my day special. The atmosphere here is fantastic and I felt really welcome throughout my visit. There are still so many things I’d love to try, so I’m already looking forward to coming back and enjoying even more of what you have to offer. Thank you for creating such a delightful place for people to explore and make memories. I can’t wait to return!

Danielle P

Solo

Verified booking

3 days ago

Had a wonderful solo adventure at the Edinburgh Zoo! Despite the rain, I got to see many animals up close. Some were snuggly tucked away in the enclosures, and I was pleased to know they were nice and dry! Such a beautiful Zoo, laid out so easily to navigate. Seeing the Giraffes at the very top, paired with the gorgeous view overlooking Edinburgh, made my trip magical! Headout made trip planning a breeze. Great price, easy ticket access, and streamlined website were just a few of the perks. Will definitely book again when in town!

Kim S

Group

Verified booking

3 days ago

Beautiful grounds, audio tour was very informative and easy to follow. Each passage was not too wordy, easy listening. We stayed for longer than expected, so much to see and the walk of the gardens was very inspirational. Stopped for lunch , food was reasonably priced with good choices

Linda S

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Highlight of my visit to Edinburgh! I enjoyed the audio, I learned so much and really enjoyed touring through the palace with all the furnishings and history. The gardens and stroll through the Abby was so beautiful with the proximity to the park, I could have spent days there.

Andrea A

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Queue was fast , the staff at the palace was wonderful, informative and friendly. The palace has audio guides included with the price of the ticket. The grounds are lovely and it was a fun bit of history. Would highly recommend.

Sarah S

Family

Verified booking

Last week

A great day out! We had a fab day. All staff were so welcoming and friendly. The zoo is packed and visiting outside of holidays meant it wasnt too busy. We had plenty of time to sit by enclosures watching the animals.

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.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Entry to the Palace of Holyroodhouse

Audio guide in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, Gaelic, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, and Spanish

Edinburgh Zoo

Entry tickets to Edinburgh Zoo

Palace of Holyroodhouse + Edinburgh Zoo

Guided tour

Transfers

Food and drinks

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
Kristina T
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Today has truly been a wonderful experience. I’ve visited many zoos before, but this one has instantly become my favourite. Every part of the visit was enjoyable, but seeing the penguins was definitely the highlight—they were absolutely adorable and really made my day special. The atmosphere here is fantastic and I felt really welcome throughout my visit. There are still so many things I’d love to try, so I’m already looking forward to coming back and enjoying even more of what you have to offer. Thank you for creating such a delightful place for people to explore and make memories. I can’t wait to return!
Danielle P
Solo
Verified booking
3 days ago
Had a wonderful solo adventure at the Edinburgh Zoo! Despite the rain, I got to see many animals up close. Some were snuggly tucked away in the enclosures, and I was pleased to know they were nice and dry! Such a beautiful Zoo, laid out so easily to navigate. Seeing the Giraffes at the very top, paired with the gorgeous view overlooking Edinburgh, made my trip magical! Headout made trip planning a breeze. Great price, easy ticket access, and streamlined website were just a few of the perks. Will definitely book again when in town!
Kim S
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago
Beautiful grounds, audio tour was very informative and easy to follow. Each passage was not too wordy, easy listening. We stayed for longer than expected, so much to see and the walk of the gardens was very inspirational. Stopped for lunch , food was reasonably priced with good choices
Linda S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Highlight of my visit to Edinburgh! I enjoyed the audio, I learned so much and really enjoyed touring through the palace with all the furnishings and history. The gardens and stroll through the Abby was so beautiful with the proximity to the park, I could have spent days there.
Andrea A
Family
Verified booking
Last week
Queue was fast , the staff at the palace was wonderful, informative and friendly. The palace has audio guides included with the price of the ticket. The grounds are lovely and it was a fun bit of history. Would highly recommend.

Get ready for the ultimate Edinburgh experience, blending royal history with wildlife! This combo ticket grants you entry to two of the city’s top attractions: the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish residence of The King, and the world-renowned Edinburgh Zoo, home to thousands of animals.

Getting started

You have the flexibility to visit the Palace and the Zoo on separate days or combine them into an action-packed itinerary. We recommend starting early if visiting both on the same day. The Palace is located at the foot of the Royal Mile, and the Zoo is situated west of the city centre. Be sure to collect your multilingual audio guide at the Palace to fully appreciate the royal history!

What to expect

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Step into the tumultuous world of Scottish royalty! The Palace of Holyroodhouse is a working royal palace used by King Charles III for State ceremonies, but it is most famous as the 16th-century home of Mary, Queen of Scots.

Features:

Mary, Queen of Scots' chambers: Explore the authentic, historic chambers in the oldest part of the Palace, including the Bedchamber and Supper Room, which were the site of murder and dramatic intrigue during her reign.

State Apartments & Royal Collection: Walk through magnificent rooms used by the Royal Family and admire tapestries, fine furniture, and artworks drawn from the Royal Collection.

Multilingual audioguide: Your entry includes a complimentary multilingual audioguide to provide comprehensive historical context and facts as you tour the site.

Holyrood Abbey & Gardens: Wander through the atmospheric 12th-century Abbey ruins and stroll through the historic palace gardens.

Edinburgh Zoo

Prepare for a wild adventure across 82 acres of parkland! Edinburgh Zoo is home to over 2,500 rare and endangered animals and is run by a wildlife conservation charity. Spend the day exploring diverse habitats, seeing incredible species unique to the UK, and learning about global conservation efforts.

Features:

Iconic animals: Meet some of the Zoo’s most popular residents, including koalas, giraffes, sun bears, and Scotland's only sloths.

Penguins Rock & Parade: Visit one of the largest outdoor penguin pools, Penguins Rock, and try to catch the famous daily Penguin Parade where the King and Gentoo penguins waddle around the park!

Budongo Trail & Living Links: Get up close to chimpanzees in one of Europe’s most innovative man-made wildlife habitats and watch primates interact at the Living Links research centre.

Keeper talks: Enhance your visit by attending daily ranger talks and feeding sessions, where expert keepers share fun facts and insights into the animals' lives and conservation status.

What’s not allowed

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Photography is strictly not allowed inside the State Apartments.

Large bags, rucksacks and suitcases (30L or over) are not allowed inside for security reasons.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Edinburgh Zoo

Safety is a priority, so guests under the age of 15 must be accompanied by a guardian.

Sharp metallic tools or objects, alcohol, drones, radios, scooters, bikes, rollerblades or skates and glass items are not allowed on this experience.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Smoking is not allowed, including e-cigarettes.

Accessibility

Palace of Holyroodhouse

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible, except in some parts of Mary, Queen of Scots' rooms.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Edinburgh Zoo

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Palace of Holyroodhouse

As the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a working royal palace, security and opening arrangements may be subject to change at short notice.

The palace is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

The Palace of Holyroodhouse is open to the public on December 23. It is, however, closed on Christmas.

Edinburgh Zoo

Re-entry after entering isn’t permitted without park authority approval.

The park may close in extreme weather; tickets will be valid for a later visit.

Visitors wearing costumes might be asked to remove them for safety.

Facilities: parking.

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.