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Step into the royal world of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. See where King Charles III stays when in Scotland, and learn about its rich history.
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Discover the eclectic State Apartments, a royal masterpiece showcasing the blend of grand and contrasting tastes of successive monarchs.
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Walk in Mary, Queen of Scots footsteps as you visit her Historic Apartments and find out the chilling stories about murder that haunt the walls.
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Seek solace in a peaceful oasis amidst the crumbling ruins of Holyrood Abbey which once used to be one of the grandest abbeys in Scotland.
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Upgrade to a guided tour of the palace with after-hours access, or enjoy a 48-hour hop-on-hop-off pass with entry to Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Yacht Britannia.
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Entry to the Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Audio guide in English, Brazilian Portuguese, French, Gaelic, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian and Spanish
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1.15-hour guided tour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse (as per option selected)
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Exclusive after-hours State Apartments access (as per option selected)
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Small group of max 25 guests (as per option selected)
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Expert Royal Collection Trust tour guide (as per option selected)
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Complimentary guidebook (as per option selected)
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48-hour hop-on-hop-off bus (as per option selected)
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Entry to Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Yacht Britannia (as per option selected)
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Audio guide on the bus (as per option selected)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 36 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guests from United States, France, Italy and over 46 countries have loved this experience
Petitjean
Jul, 2025Verified booking
We loved visiting the Palace of Holyroodhouse; the splendor of its apartments, the gardens, the remains of the abbey and the history of the Stuarts ...Mauricio
Jul, 2025Verified booking
I loved seeing the Scottish home of the royal family and was grateful to hear the audio in Portuguese. Delighted with the conservation of the rooms and gardens. Good to know that we were able to witness the existence of this place and see how everything is so well preserved and protected.
Cozma
Aug, 2025Verified booking
The palace is impresive, a lot of history and very beautifull interiors. The gardens are so relaxing to walk through.
Fiona
Aug, 2025Verified booking
It was the Palace and I just love the history that all palaces hold
Katya
Jul, 2025Verified booking
The audio guide was really helpful and provided valuable information.
A royal escapade in Scotland
Situated at the end of the Royal Mile in the center of Edinburgh, the Palace of Holyroodhouse is absolutely stunning both inside and out. A royal residence in Scotland for over 5 centuries, His Royal Majesty The King uses it for state ceremonies and official entertaining. Explore the Historic Apartments of Mary, Queen of Scots. These walls have witnessed many dramatic events during her short and turbulent reign, including the murder of her Italian secretary by her husband Lord Darnley. It is hardly a surprise then that her Bedroom came to be described as 'the most famous room in Scotland'. Take a walk through the exquisitely decorated State Apartments, renowned for their beautiful plasterwork ceilings, historical works of art, and unparalleled collection of Brussels tapestries.
Opulent interiors and haunting ruins
Visit the Great Gallery, where Bonnie Prince Charlie held several lavish balls after the setup of the Jacobite Court in September 1745. Take the chance to discover the ruins of Holyrood Abbey and the Palace's unique gardens, set against the breathtaking backdrop of Arthur’s Seat. Admire a colorful array of medicinal and culinary plants inspired by some of the earliest recorded gardens of the site, at the newly added physics garden. You can also choose to upgrade your tickets to include a 1.15-hour English-guided tour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse with an expert Royal Collection Trust tour guide and after-hour access to the State Apartmenets or get a 48-hour hop-on-hop-off bus pass which gives you entry into Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Yacht Britannia, along with the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
What's not allowed
Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Large bags, rucksacks and suitcases (30L or over) are not allowed inside for security reasons.
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Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
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Keep your camera tucked away – photography is strictly not allowed inside the State Apartments.
Accessibility
Palace of Holyroodhouse
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This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible, except in some parts of Mary, Queen of Scots' rooms.
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Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
48-hour HOHO Pass
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Only parts of Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse are wheelchair accessible. The Royal Yacht Britannia experience and the HOHO bus are wheelchair accessible.
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Mobility scooters are allowed if they can be folded and stored as luggage.
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Your guide dogs and pet dogs are welcome aboard.
Additional information
Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Holyrood Palace is closed between June 26 and July 4, 2025. Entry to The King's Gallery and a Palace Guidebook are offered as an alternative to Royal Edinburgh Ticket customers.
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As the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a working royal palace, security, and opening arrangements may be subject to change at short notice.
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The palace is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
48-hour HOHO Pass
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Children aged 15 and under must be accompanied by an adult or senior citizen during their visit.
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You can board your HOHO bus anytime between 9am to 6pm and visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh Castle, and the Royal Yacht Britannia within 48 hours.
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Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Redemption Point
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Show your ticket at Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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Address: Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, United Kingdom..
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