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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A great tour

A great experience, and Joe is a wonderful guide. Very well done, all around.

Footprints201362Sep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Fabulous

Raj was our guide and he qas fantastic! Beautiful storytelling! Highly recommend!

kimberlyi526Sep 21, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Do this on your own

Our guide talked fast which was ok in the beginning. However once we reached the castle it was impossible to hear what she was saying with all the background noise from others and the blowing wind. By the time we gave up on the tour at least half had already abandoned the tour. We did not go to Holyrood. It was not previously known that we would be required to walk to the palace.

wfwoods5734Sep 19, 2026VIATOR

Very good

Very interesting visit with a very good guide in French Amandine

dhiaa2014Sep 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Great tour.

Galvan was a great guide. Very knowledgeable

PaytonCASep 13, 2026TRIPADVISOR