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Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour

Save time with fast track entry to one of Edinburgh's most iconic landmarks

Duration: 1h 30mins
Wheelchair accessible
Live guide: English
Provider: Scotland City Tours
Registered address: 4/1 Lochend Park, EH7 6BT, Edinburgh, GB
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Enjoy a quintessential tour of the Scottish capital

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Fast track entrance ticket to Edinburgh Castle
Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
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Meeting point

351 High Street, EH1 1PW, Edinburgh
  • Arrive to the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start of your tour
  • Meeting point: at 351 High Street (Royal Mile), opposite St. Giles’ Cathedral
  • Show your smartphone ticket to your guide

Discover the home of Mary Queen of Scots on this tour of the Edinburgh Castle.

Meet your professional guide for a formal introduction to Edinburgh with a tour of the city, included in your ticket. Pass by medieval prisons, modern museums, national monuments, and churches along the way.

Then, walk to Edinburgh Castle, a structure that's dominated the city skyline for centries from its seat perched on the extinct volcano of Castle Rock.

You'll explore the castle's promenade and learn about the the origins and sieges of the castle. Admire the 16th-century Great Hall where parties and feasts took place and learn about the bloody history of the kings and queens who resided in the castle.

  • Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit.

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Marion,  Germany Germany
11 Aug 2024
Excellent
Wir hatten eine wirklich tolle, spannende und lustige Führung von Sonja! Sie hat uns in kurzer Zeit, so viele Infos mit auf dem Weg gegeben, verpackt in kleine Geschichten und Rätsel! Vielen Dank,...
Wir hatten eine wirklich tolle, spannende und lustige Führung von Sonja! Sie hat uns in kurzer Zeit, so viele Infos mit auf dem Weg gegeben, verpackt in kleine Geschichten und Rätsel! Vielen Dank, Mary Poppins!
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Lorraine,  New Zealand New Zealand
08 Aug 2024
Excellent
Very helpful and informative tour guide! The castle was amazing and Scotland is so rich in history! The locals are so friendly too! Hoping to visit again! 😊
Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Tickets Included
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Stephen,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
31 Jul 2024
Excellent
Gavin was welcoming when we gathered. He was very knowledgeable and fun and made the experience very enjoyable. He also coped extremely well with the noise and crowds on the day and from the...
Gavin was welcoming when we gathered. He was very knowledgeable and fun and made the experience very enjoyable. He also coped extremely well with the noise and crowds on the day and from the distraction of all the other guided tours on the day.
Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Tickets Included

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