Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Holyrood guided tour
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Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile and Holyrood guided tour

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£99.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 4 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll visit Edinburgh Castle with a guide, with admission tickets included in your tour
  • The tour takes you to Edinburgh's top landmarks in one seamless experience
  • There's time to explore the historic highlights along the famous Royal Mile
  • Visit Holyrood Palace on most dates or enjoy a guided whisky tasting on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from September 8
What to expect

Spend a day immersed in the royal history of Scotland’s capital. Start with a visit to Edinburgh Castle, an ancient stronghold perched atop volcanic rock. Your guide will lead you through its highlights, including Scotland’s crown jewels, the Great Hall, and panoramic views of the city.

Continue along The Royal Mile, Edinburgh’s most iconic street. Discover hidden gems and hear stories of its legendary past as you stop at Lawnmarket and view the exterior of St. Giles’ Cathedral. Wander further down to the historic Canongate, known for its beautifully preserved architecture and ties to the royal family.

Most tours end at Holyrood Palace, the King’s official residence in Scotland. With your audio guide, explore the opulent royal apartments, learn about Mary, Queen of Scots, and stroll the palace’s picturesque gardens still used for state events today. From September 8th, tours taking place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays will enjoy a guided whisky experience instead of the palace visit, diving deep into centuries of tradition, craftsmanship, and culture.

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What's included
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What's not included
  • x_not_included Tips (optional)
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up/drop-off
Where

The Scotch Whisky Experience, Castlehill, Edinburgh, UK

Meeting point:
This tour meets at Scotch Whiskey Experience located at 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Unfortunately, due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers

Not allowed:

  • Photography and filming are not permitted inside the Palace
  • Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the Palace's State Apartments
  • Suitcases and large rucksacks (30L or over) are not permitted in the castle

Know in advance:

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty
  • The castle is reached across the esplanade – a wide area of smooth tarmac, with an uphill gradient of 5 degrees
  • On this tour, you will visit Holyrood Palace with an audio guide (most dates) or a guided whisky tasting (Tuesdays and Wednesdays from September 8)
  • Unable to store luggage, prams, pushchairs or other personal items for visitors
  • Bag searches at the entrances are part of the security screening process
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Provider
Walks
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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