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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: 2026-05-25T09:30:00
End: 2026-05-25T15:15:00
Location: Edinburgh

Throne Room at the Palace of Holyroodhouse with portraits and ornate chandelier.

Holyrood Abbey ruins at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, with Arthur's Seat in the background.

Floral arrangement on pedestal between two historical paintings in a blue-walled gallery.

King's Gallery entrance with ornate wooden doors and stone facade in Edinburgh.

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Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start of your experience

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

4.5/5(7,791)

Celia P

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Excellent location Lots of historical stories Brilliant audio guide with room info and extra details Informative guides v helpful and friendly Excellent restaurant , very pleasant atmosphere and reasonable prices. Thoroughly worth a trip.

Karen C

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Loved visiting Holyrood Palace, so much history. The audio headsets were very helpful. Loved seeing all of the tapestries and how they lived and learned about how current royalty use the palace.

Fengqi L

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Easily order online with convenient mobile access to your tickets. Simple and hassle-free to use at the attraction. I’ve used Headout several times without any issues.

Lourdes Z

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

Interesting facts about Queen Elizabeth's bedroom: she covered a painting of a nude woman because she found it a bit indecent and hung a mirror in its place

Margaret B

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Palace was beautiful. Gardens excellent and Abbey was interesting. Lots of information available, unfortunately my headphone wasn't working so well, so I had difficulty following the commentary.

Nelli B

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

We drove all the way back to Scotland from Belgium specifically to visit, after having been there last year but not being able to go inside due to lack of time. This time, I booked our tour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse right away. It was an extraordinary experience. As a huge fan of Mary, Queen of Scots, seeing this place so steeped in history was truly moving. The palace is magnificent, both inside and out, and still serves as a royal residence on certain occasions. The spring gardens are unforgettable: full of colorful flowers, intense scents, and a truly enchanting atmosphere. The only downside of the day was a £50 parking ticket for having one wheel on a faded, barely visible yellow line. Despite this, it’s an experience I highly recommend: it’s worth every minute of the visit.

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
Celia P
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Excellent location Lots of historical stories Brilliant audio guide with room info and extra details Informative guides v helpful and friendly Excellent restaurant , very pleasant atmosphere and reasonable prices. Thoroughly worth a trip.
Margaret B
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Palace was beautiful. Gardens excellent and Abbey was interesting. Lots of information available, unfortunately my headphone wasn't working so well, so I had difficulty following the commentary.
Karen C
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Loved visiting Holyrood Palace, so much history. The audio headsets were very helpful. Loved seeing all of the tapestries and how they lived and learned about how current royalty use the palace.
Fengqi L
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Easily order online with convenient mobile access to your tickets. Simple and hassle-free to use at the attraction. I’ve used Headout several times without any issues.
Lourdes Z
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
Interesting facts about Queen Elizabeth's bedroom: she covered a painting of a nude woman because she found it a bit indecent and hung a mirror in its place

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.

Elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

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

The King's Gallery is currently closed and will reopen for The Edwardians: Age of Elegance exhibit on April 24, 2026

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.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

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