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Combo: Palace of Holyroodhouse + The King's Gallery Entry Tickets

Historic room with portraits and chandelier at Palace of Holyroodhouse, London.
Ornate bedroom with red canopy bed and tapestries at Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh.
King's Gallery entrance with ornate wooden doors and stone facade in Edinburgh.
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9:30am - 4:30pm

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Experience the grandeur of Scottish royalty with this cost-saving combo. Marvel at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, followed by an art retreat at The King's Gallery.

4.5/5

(7,675)

Dorothy S

Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
This was a beautiful, Beautiful palace... so fun to visit an active Royal House. I loved the self-guided, audio tours. They were very informative and allowed each one of us to go at one's own pace. Thank You! I would have lived more details about the Abbey, perhaps a printed handout. I struggle with walking....the grounds were long, lengthy and not intuitive how to exit without walking its whole distance. To add interest... naming plants, reasons they were chosen .... ? All was well maintained and beautiful... just long for my old tired and sore feet.

Jackie C

Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Although it was a bit blustery, we enjoyed our first visit to Holyrood Palace and Abbey. The audio tour guide was easy to use and quite informative. One of the indoor highlights of the tour was the room with the purported blood stain marking Rizzio's place of death near Mary Queen of Scots bedchamber. Ah, intrigue! The grounds next the Palace and the Abbey ruins were a delight to walk through with the presence of early spring flowers. Overall, the Holyrood Palace self-guided tour was an informative and pleasing way to spend part of our day visiting Edinburgh.

Jonathan M

Family
Verified booking
Feb 2026
The audio guide for children was great - specifically (and in contrast to similar audio guides elsewhere, in world) the audio guide was EASY to follow (pictures / order of rooms on guide made this intuitive for children) and each audio clip was SUCCINCT - ie detailed enough to teach them something / enhance their experience, yet short enough to maintain their attention.

Gary F

Solo
Verified booking
Feb 2026
Fantastic experience at the King's Gallery yesterday. From the entry staff to the cafe workers and all the art in between, this was a superb visit. The exhibition itself was incredible and the sense of time you get from viewing drawings from 600 years ago is outstanding. I was certainly inspired to try and improve my beginner level drawing.

Kirsty M

Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
A must-do attraction in Edinburgh that is great for kids too!! The audio guide is very helpful and I love that it has a child version as this kept my daughter entertained for the whole visit- she loved learning about the history of this place!! Thank you to the polite helpful staff here, you make this a wonderful attraction!

Philip B

Couple
Verified booking
Feb 2026
The tour of Holyrood palace was very interesting , informative and enjoyable. Loved the short recorded interview with Anne and Edward. The walk around the abbey ruins and garden was good despite the time of year. The drawings exhibition is really for those with a true interest in the subject - appeared introspective to me.
    • Indulge in the regal splendor of the Holyroodhouse Palace, the residence of His Majesty in Scotland, and explore the Throne Room, used for royal receptions.

    • Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the Palace Gardens, set against the backdrop of Arthur's Seat, a dormant volcano, and see if you can spot medicinal plants.

    • Step into the 18th-century world of fashion at The King’s Gallery, located within the Palace precincts, and discover centuries' worth of royal art.

    • Uncover the glitz and glam of Georgian fashion at the Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians exhibit and don't miss the King George 1V's jeweled sword.

    • Fun fact: On the day of the Annual Garden Party at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, approximately 15,000 cups of tea are consumed.

  • 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

    King's Gallery

    • Entry to The King's Gallery in the Palace of Holyroodhouse

    • Audio guide in English

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 36 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 7,675 reviews

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    Guests from United States, Spain, Italy and over 51 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Kirsty M

    Family
    Verified booking
    3 days ago
    A must-do attraction in Edinburgh that is great for kids too!! The audio guide is very helpful and I love that it has a child version as this kept my daughter entertained for the whole visit- she loved learning about the history of this place!! Thank you to the polite helpful staff here, you make this a wonderful attraction!

    Dorothy S

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    This was a beautiful, Beautiful palace... so fun to visit an active Royal House. I loved the self-guided, audio tours. They were very informative and allowed each one of us to go at one's own pace. Thank You! I would have lived more details about the Abbey, perhaps a printed handout. I struggle with walking....the grounds were long, lengthy and not intuitive how to exit without walking its whole distance. To add interest... naming plants, reasons they were chosen .... ? All was well maintained and beautiful... just long for my old tired and sore feet.

    Jackie C

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    Although it was a bit blustery, we enjoyed our first visit to Holyrood Palace and Abbey. The audio tour guide was easy to use and quite informative. One of the indoor highlights of the tour was the room with the purported blood stain marking Rizzio's place of death near Mary Queen of Scots bedchamber. Ah, intrigue! The grounds next the Palace and the Abbey ruins were a delight to walk through with the presence of early spring flowers. Overall, the Holyrood Palace self-guided tour was an informative and pleasing way to spend part of our day visiting Edinburgh.

    Maria V

    Group
    Verified booking
    3 weeks ago
    The audio guide is very good and the place is worth visiting. The worst part was the lady at the entrance who checked bags and had little patience despite seeing that we didn't understand what she was saying.

    Kevin O

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 days ago
    It's a fascinating visit. The cultural aspect is enlightening and the experience is worth storing in your memories. The shop prices are medium to high. The cáfe was low price but good.
  • Explore the grand Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence of His Majesty, the King, in Scotland, including access to the King's Gallery with this cost-effective combo.

    Palace of Holyroodhouse

    Your journey begins at the majestic Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh. Walkthrough the resplendent State Apartments, renowned for their exquisite plasterwork ceilings, art, and Brussels tapestries. Visit the Historic Apartments of Mary, Queen of Scots, and explore the ruins of Holyrood Abbey. Wander out onto the lush Palace Gardens set against the backdrop of Arthur’s Seat. The multimedia guide included in your ticket provides a deeper understanding of the Palace's association with Scotland's rich history.

    King's Gallery

    Next, enter the King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse and immerse yourself in 18th-century fashion and Scottish history. Explore the Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians exhibition, which uses fashion as a lens to explore the social, political, and technological shifts that shaped 18th-century Britain. Admire the stunning array of clothing and accessories on display, including a resplendent Indian muslin gown and a jeweled broadsword. The multimedia guide, available in English, enhances your experience with detailed commentary.

  • Palace of Holyroodhouse

    Monday9:30am - 4:30pmlast entry 3:15pm
    TuesdayClosed
    WednesdayClosed
    Thursday9:30am - 4:30pmlast entry 3:15pm
    Friday9:30am - 4:30pmlast entry 3:15pm
    Saturday9:30am - 4:30pmlast entry 3:15pm
    Sunday9:30am - 4:30pmlast entry 3:15pm
  • What's not allowed

    Palace of Holyroodhouse

    • Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed inside the State Apartments.

    Palace of Holyroodhouse & King's Gallery

    • Keep in mind that bags larger than 45cm × 20cm × 30cm are not allowed in this experience. Pack wisely!

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

    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.

    King's Gallery

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

    Additional information

    Palace of Holyroodhouse & King's Gallery

    • As the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a working royal palace, security, and opening arrangements may be subject to change at short notice.
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

    Ticket redemption points

    The King's Gallery at Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

    • Redeem your tickets at The King's Gallery, Palace of Holyroodhouse.

    • Address: Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate The Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, United Kingdom.

    Get directions to the redemption point

    Palace of Holyroodhouse Entrance Tickets

    • Show your ticket at Palace of Holyroodhouse.

    • Address: Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, United Kingdom..

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