Edinburgh Castle & Holyrood Palace Tour
From£85
4 hours
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
About this activity
Discover Edinburgh's royal heritage with a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace, including the Royal Mile and panoramic city views.
Highlights
- Explore Edinburgh Castle's rich history
- Visit the royal apartments at Holyrood Palace
- Stroll along the Royal Mile
- Learn about Scotland's royal heritage
- Enjoy panoramic city views from the castle
Full description
Step into Scotland's royal past with this immersive tour of Edinburgh's iconic landmarks. Begin at Edinburgh Castle, perched atop Castle Rock, where you'll explore its storied halls and enjoy breathtaking city views. Then, wander down the Royal Mile, the city's historic thoroughfare, leading you to Holyrood Palace, the official Scottish residence of the British monarch. With an expert guide sharing tales of Scotland's royal heritage, this tour offers a captivating glimpse into the nation's rich history and culture.
Included / Excluded
- Guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle
- Admission ticket to Holyrood Palace
- Expert local guide
- Meals and beverages
Meeting point
Start Location
Advocates Close, Edinburgh, UK
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately
- Children under 5 years old are free; please inform in advance
- Photography may be restricted in certain areas
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for cobblestone streets
- Dress in layers to adapt to changing weather
- Bring a camera to capture stunning views
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
Traveler reviews
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Excellent
Valentina was our guide for visiting Edinburgh Castle, I highly recommend her, she conveys all her love for Scotland and for history.
I4087NXfedericalAug 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Lovely tour guide
Very engaging tour, the guide was very nice and interesting
318megasAug 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Marisol
Very talented and highly competent Marisol.
66vittoriarAug 10, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Edinburgh
We had a greatctime, Raj was very informative and pleasant! Unfortunately we didn't have enough time for the holyrood palace.
Kenneth_EAug 10, 2026VIATOR
Fantastic tour
Really great tour of the castle, Catherine was our guide and she was fantastic, very knowledgeable, friendly and made it great fun for all age groups. Holyrood palace is well worth a visit, you get a free audio tour that is very well produced.
Elizabeth_BAug 9, 2026VIATOR