Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour
Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour
Edinburgh Castle: Entry Ticket + Guided Tour
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Step into Scotland’s dramatic past on this guided walking tour of the legendary Edinburgh Castle. Perched high on Castle Rock, this iconic fortress has dominated the city skyline for centuries, and your expert English-speaking guide brings its stories vividly to life. Starting from the historic Royal Mile, you’ll enjoy a short introductory walk through Edinburgh before heading up to the castle itself.
Once inside, explore the castle’s grand promenade and uncover tales of epic sieges, royal intrigue, and bloody battles. Admire the magnificent 16th-century Great Hall where lavish feasts once took place, and learn about famous residents including Mary, Queen of Scots. With history around every corner, this tour offers a rich and memorable introduction to one of Scotland’s most treasured landmarks.
- Guided Edinburgh Castle Experience: Discover centuries of royal history, sieges, and legends with a professional English-speaking guide.
- Great Hall Visit: Admire the impressive 16th-century hall once used for grand banquets and ceremonies.
- Royal Mile Introduction: Enjoy a short guided walk past historic streets, monuments, and buildings before entering the castle.
- Mary, Queen of Scots History: Learn about the dramatic lives of Scotland’s kings and queens who lived within the castle walls.
- Castle Rock Views: Take in sweeping views of Edinburgh from the castle’s dramatic volcanic setting.
Itinerary
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Meeting Point at Royal Mile
15 minsMeet your professional guide at 351 High Street, opposite St. Giles’ Cathedral, for a brief introduction to Edinburgh.Guided Walk to Edinburgh Castle
30 minsWalk through historic streets, passing medieval prisons, museums, churches, and national monuments on the way to the castle.Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour
45 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedExplore the castle promenade, Great Hall, and key areas while learning about the castle’s origins, sieges, and royal history.
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Additional information
- Meeting Point: 351 High Street (Royal Mile), opposite St. Giles’ Cathedral, Edinburgh EH1 1PW.
- Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Note: The meeting point is not at the entrance of Edinburgh Castle.
- This tour is conducted in English only.
- Late arrivals may not be accommodated.
- This tour is open to participants of all nationalities.
- Children under 5 years old can enter for free, but a ticket must still be acquired.
- All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.
- Valid photo ID
- Mobile ticket or voucher
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Wheelchair accessible.
- Your booking will be confirmed instantly.
- Cancel for free up to 24 hours before your visit for a full refund.
- Rescheduling is possible up to 24 hours before your visit.
- Show your smartphone ticket to your guide at the meeting point.
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Scotland City Tours
SGD 64.69
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Really enjoyed it. Sonia our tour guide was informative and entertaining. Although she may change her name to Margaret by the time you tour! To find out why? Well you have to do the tour!
Mel was our guide for the walking tour and made this a really fun experience. Mel is a great storyteller, bringing history to life for us. She's also super friendly and we recommend signing up for this walking tour to better understand what you're seeing and the significance of the castle to Scotland's history
It was initially confusing as the ticket from Pelago did not state any tour agency, but they were the only group of people gathered there and people in Edinburgh are lovely so we found our guide very quickly. We also learnt that they keep a list of everyone on the tour and make sure all who signed up are accounted for before leaving. The tour was fun and interesting, as people in Scotland all are. We could also roam the castle on our own after the tour which was very fun.
Felt that the guide was boring and lengthy. And didnt manage to move around the castle as fast, stopped every 30metres for a long flat brief.