Experience the best of Edinburgh Castle

Experience Scotland’s most iconic landmarks in one expertly curated day, with a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle followed by access to Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Step inside Edinburgh Castle and explore its essential highlights, including the Great Hall, St. Margaret's Chapel, and the Crown Jewels.

Enjoy richer context throughout, as your expert guide brings to life the stories behind every chamber, crown, and courtyard.

Continue to Palace of Holyroodhouse, where you can explore the historic State Apartments and the evocative ruins of Holyrood Abbey with a multimedia guide.

For a more intimate experience, upgrade to a small-group guided tour of the palace, complete with an English-speaking expert and a complimentary guidebook for a refined finish.

Set out on a 2-hour, small-group Harry Potter-themed walking tour of Edinburgh and later explore the rich history of Edinburgh Castle.

Explore Rowling's inspiration for the lore at sites like Greyfriars Kirkyard, Victoria Street, and the Elephant Café with a local Potter-head guide.

Hear behind-the-scenes stories about the city’s influence on the wizarding universe, from Diagon Alley to Tom Riddle’s grave.

After the tour, step into Edinburgh Castle and discover centuries of Scottish history at your own pace.

Wander through the Great Hall and chambers, and marvel at the Crown Jewels as you uncover stories of legends that helped shape the nation.

Experience Edinburgh’s top attractions in one day with a combo that covers the city’s fortress and its underground, including guided tours and chilling tales.

Take a 45-minute guided walk around Edinburgh Castle’s exterior with an English-speaking guide, uncovering stories of royalty, battles, and legendary events.

Explore the Great Hall, St. Margaret’s Chapel, and Scotland’s Crown Jewels at your own pace using the included audio tour app.

Discover Edinburgh’s darker history on the Underground Ghost Tour, walking the Old Town with an English guide through St. Giles Cathedral, former parliament sites, and notorious jail locations.

Visit Greyfriars Kirkyard and South Bridge Underground, hear spine-tingling stories of poltergeists and body snatchers, and learn about loyal Bobby, the dog who guarded his master’s grave for 14 years.

Make the most of your time in Edinburgh with this exceptional-value combo, seamlessly pairing Edinburgh Castle with The Scotch Whisky Experience while enjoying a 5% saving.

Step back through centuries of history at Edinburgh Castle on a 45-minute expert-led walking tour, uncovering stories of monarchs, sieges, and enduring legends.

After your guided introduction, take time to explore the castle at your own pace—admire the Scottish Crown Jewels, visit St. Margaret’s Chapel, and take in views from Castle Rock.

Continue your journey at The Scotch Whisky Experience with the 50-minute Silver Tour, where you’ll discover the craft behind Scotland’s national drink and enjoy a guided tasting.

Explore more with multilingual audio guides available in 20 languages, and take home a crystal souvenir tasting glass to round off your experience in style.

Join a small-group, English-guided walking tour through Edinburgh’s Old Town and uncover hidden stories from its centuries-old past.

Stroll along the Royal Mile with a Mercat storyteller, hearing vivid tales of royalty, rebels, poets, and the everyday people who once lived here.

Explore historic closes, wynds, and courtyards that offer a glimpse into life within Edinburgh’s walled Old Town.

Continue your experience with entry to Edinburgh Castle, including a 45-minute guided introduction at the gates before exploring independently.

Maximise your day in Edinburgh with a combo ticket for a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle’s exterior and entry to The Edinburgh Dungeon’s 80-minute live show.

Explore Edinburgh Castle with a 45-minute express English-guided tour of the exterior, then enjoy free time to roam the grounds and interiors.

Uncover the castle’s history, visit the Great Hall and St. Margaret’s Chapel, and take in panoramic city views from Castle Rock with the included audio tour app.

Prepare for spooky thrills with entry to The Edinburgh Dungeon, an immersive 80-minute experience featuring live actors, theatrical sets, and dramatic effects.

Encounter infamous characters like Burke & Hare and Major Weir, then cap off the experience with the Drop-Dead Ride’s vertical plunge for a thrilling finale.

Combine a 45-minute guided tour of Edinburgh Castle’s exterior with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass for a flexible city adventure.

Walk the castle exterior with a local English-speaking guide and hear fascinating tales of royalty, sieges, and legendary events.

Explore the Great Hall, St. Margaret’s Chapel, and Scotland’s Crown Jewels at your own pace with the included city audio tour app.

Access the Red Route with 14 stops across the city, hopping on and off at your leisure as buses arrive every 20 minutes.

Learn Edinburgh’s history via a multilingual audio guide, enjoy 360-degree open-top bus views, and visit iconic stops including John Knox House, Grassmarket, and Holyrood.