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Combo (Save 5%): Palace of Holyroodhouse + The King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

Name: Combo (Save 5%): Palace of Holyroodhouse + The King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets
Start: 2026-10-16T09:30:00
End: 2026-10-16T17:00:00
Location: Edinburgh

4.6/5(8,090)

Caron T

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

We stayed longer than we expected at this lovely palace cum home. There is a lot to appreciate. A bonus for me & the D/deaf community was the audio guide which has BSL & captions in English. I had forgotten my loop ear hooks so relied on the subtitles. I'm not sure if the subtitles would work in different languages but that would be something to consider.

Nancy B

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

Beautifully curated. Tour was a good duration...lots to see but both experiences easily completed in a few hours. A cup of tea and cake in the cafe was lovely too. Friendly helpful staff everywhere. A great Edinburgh highlight!

Fiona R

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Beautiful exhibition - only 2 rooms - but filled with art, priceless objects and photos from the Edwardian era. Special mention of the Faberge Egg and the jewel encrusted swords from India.

Janet L

Solo

Verified booking

3 days ago

Had brought incorrect tickets and girl at entry was exceptionally nice and helpful. Audio guide was very good. All the highlights without being too long. Good to go round at own pace.

Catherine G

Couple

Verified booking

2 days ago

Extremely well organized. The audio was educational and just the right amount of time to enjoy each area. Nice to be able to complete at our own pace Staff were very friendly

Jorge V

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

It was a good experience. As we approached the ticket office, someone immediately led us to a window where we exchanged the voucher for the official tickets.

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.

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

The King’s Gallery

Entry to The King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

Access to The Edwardians: Age of Elegance exhibition (from Apr 24 to Dec 6, 2026)

Multimedia guide in English

Palace of Holyroodhouse & The King’s Gallery

Guided tour

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

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What our guests say
Elia B
Group
Verified booking
Last week
The visit to the palace was really wonderful—a place truly steeped in history and also very well organized. At the entrance, they give you an audio guide available in many languages, which you can listen to in every part of the castle to understand what you're seeing. Personally, it was one of the best visits in Edinburgh.
Rachel F
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Particularly like the audio headsets that not only told explained where you were in the house, but also you had an opportunity to see certain rooms differently, by 'scratching' the scene. Plus the old palace and grounds were great to see.
Janet L
Solo
Verified booking
3 days ago
Had brought incorrect tickets and girl at entry was exceptionally nice and helpful. Audio guide was very good. All the highlights without being too long. Good to go round at own pace.
Joann V
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The palace is a beautiful counterpoint to the ruggedness of Edinburgh Castle. The history is well presented and the comments from the Royal Fsmily add perspective.
Jim F
Couple
Verified booking
Sep 2026
Despite living in Edinburgh for 30 years from birth, I had never visited inside of Palace of Holyroodhouse. Some of the Roual household were in residence at that time. An opportunity arose when living in the south of England to take my partner to Edinburgh to visit both the tattoo and Hollywood Palace. I thoroughly enjoyed the occasion, knowing much of the Scottish heritage, and my partner also enjoyed the experience so much that she would like to visit again, which we will do. Guides on every level were knowledgeable and helpful together with the handheld description of every room. A great experience, not to be missed.

Unlock the full royal experience in Edinburgh with one ticket! This combo pass gives you access to the dramatic history of Scotland’s official royal residence and the exclusive, rotating masterpieces held within The King's Gallery.

Getting started

Your visit begins at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, located at the end of the Royal Mile. Upon arrival, you will receive your complimentary audio guide, which is essential for navigating the State Apartments and understanding the powerful history held within the walls. Budget at least 2.5 to 3 hours to fully explore both the Palace and The King's Gallery at your leisure.

What to expect

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Step directly into the working royal world of King Charles III. This is the official residence of The Monarch in Scotland and is still used today for State ceremonies and formal events. Explore the grand State Apartments, where the decor reflects the exquisite tastes of successive monarchs, all while learning facts from your comprehensive multilingual audio guide.

Features:

Mary, Queen of Scots' Chambers: Walk through the authentic, historic rooms where Queen Mary lived, including the Bedchamber, Supper Room, and Outer Chambers, which tragically witnessed murder and intrigue during her turbulent reign.

State Apartments: Admire spectacular works of art and luxurious furnishings drawn from the Royal Collection.

The Gardens and Abbey ruins: Explore the tranquil Palace grounds and the beautiful, ruined Holyrood Abbey, adding another layer of historical depth to your royal visit.

Palace audioguide: Get a comprehensive multilingual audio guide, ensuring a deep understanding of the historic site.

The King's Gallery

After soaking up the history in the Palace, head to The King's Gallery for your exclusive chance to see masterpieces from the Royal Collection that are rarely exhibited elsewhere. The Gallery hosts temporary exhibitions, ensuring that every visit offers something new and exciting.

Features:

Upcoming exhibition: The Edwardians: Age of Elegance exhibition showcases the opulence and glamour of the Edwardian age through the lives and tastes of two of Britain’s most fashionable royal couples – King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra, and King George V and Queen Mary.

Stunning selection: Enjoy a five-star art experience, making it an unmissable add-on to your Palace visit. (Note: The exhibition runs from Apr 24 to Dec 6, 2026).

Multimedia guidance: Your ticket includes a dedicated multimedia guide in English, providing context and expert commentary on the pieces as you walk through the exhibition space.

What to bring

Palace of Holyroodhouse + The King’s Gallery

Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive multimedia guide experience.

What’s not allowed

Palace of Holyroodhouse + The King’s Gallery

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

Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

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

The King’s Gallery

Alcohol, food & beverages, drones, sharp metallic tools or objects, knives, pepper spray, scissors, kirpans with blades exceeding 3 inches, aerosol sprays, paint, bicycles, skateboards, roller skates, and folding bikes are not allowed on 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.

The King’s Gallery

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

A free companion ticket is available.

The lift at the King's gallery is currently out of order, so you can only access it via staircase.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

Palace of Holyroodhouse

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

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 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.

Pushchairs are permitted during off-peak hours, but if the gallery gets busy, you’ll need to leave them at the designated drop-off area.

Facilities: parking, cloakroom, restroom, multimedia guides, cafe, baby-care facilities.

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.