Highlights
- Explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle on a guided tour with an entry ticket
- Learn about the castle's history and its role in Scotland's past
- Walk through the castle's inner courtyards and admire the architecture
- See the Honours of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny up close
- Enjoy free time to explore the castle's museums and prisons on your own
Description
Begin your tour at the Royal Mile and head up its cobbled streets towards Edinburgh Castle and its esplanade, boasting stunning views over the city’s New Town. Pass through the impressive town wall and learn how, as the city of Edinburgh gained importance in the history of Scotland, its castle expanded and was witness to key events in the history of the United Kingdom.
Scotland’s most visited attraction, Edinburgh Castle, is where the country’s history was written. From the Celts and the Romans to Robert the Bruce, William Wallace, and the court of Mary, Queen of Scots, they all played crucial parts over the course of its history. What’s more, the Honours of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny can also be found behind its walls, along with the National War Museum, which recounts the story of the British military.
The castle stands upon an extinct volcano and it was in 900 AD that life began to grow around it. From 600 AD onwards, its first fortress was built. After wood came stone, and after stone a refuge for kings and the main target for the English. It was after the last Jacobite Siege, in 1745, that this fortress laid down its defenses as the city’s stronghold and became a national symbol, which today welcomes more than one million visitors every year.
Marvel at its history with full explanations in English by your tour guide, before you explore the museums and prisons within its walls.
Please note: The castle is a fortress made up of various buildings, and our guides will lead you through its open-air streets and squares. Neither our company nor any other tour provider is permitted to guide inside the individual buildings. However, after the guided walking portion of the tour, you will have ample free time to explore the indoor exhibitions and buildings at your own pace, following your guide’s recommendations.
Includes
Professional LochnessBus.com guided tour in English
Admission to Edinburgh Castle
2-hour guided tour
Excludes
Meals
Important Information
- Suitcases or backpacks larger than 30 litres are not allowed inside the castle
- It is essential to enter the castle during the time slot shown on your ticket
- The castle reserves the right to deny entry if you arrive outside your designated time
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
