Edinburgh Skip-the-Ticket-Line Castle Walking Tour

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Child (5-15) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 9

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English Tour - 2pm

2 Adults x $51.98

$103.96

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$103.96

English Tour : Tour with an English speaking guide

English Tour - 2pm

2 Adults x $51.51

$103.02

Approx Total

$103.02

English Tour : Tour with an English speaking guide

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English, Spanish
Skip-the-ticket-line entrance to the Castle
Local guide

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks

Overview

Edinburgh Castle dominates one of the world’s most heroic and bloody national histories. Set on a dead volcano, the castle is an imposing sight with its thick defensive walls. This 2-hour tour gives you an insider’s view of the city’s number one attraction, first letting you skip the ticket line and then revealing the secrets of this fortress, from one of the world’s few official dog cemeteries to the smallest shrine in the world. Learn about the castle’s wicked and wonderful history from the guide.

Itinerary

Edinburgh

Meet your guide in front of Frankie & Benny's on 130 High Street by Tron Kirk
Royal Mile

Make your way to the castle and experience one immediate advantage to this 2-hour walking tour: you get to bypass the usually long line and go right into the castle. No waiting.

15 minutes
National War Museum of Scotland

Visit the National War Museum to get an up close view of the battles that have shaped Scotland and Edinburgh. Walk through Crown Square, the main courtyard of the castle. See the Crown Jewels of Scotland, including the Stone of Destiny, an oblong block of red sandstone that was used in the coronation of Scottish monarchs.

15 hours
St. Margaret's Chapel

Visit St Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburgh. You’ll also see the dog cemetery, the final resting place for canine companions of regimental officers and one of the few cemeteries dedicated to dog in the world. At the end of the tour, you can stay on and explore more of the castle on your own.

15 minutes
Edinburgh Castle

Listen as your guide shares the insider’s view and secrets of this ancient spot. Learn, for example, about the bloody battles and invasions that have taken place here over the centuries. Your ticket to enter the Castle allows you to stay right through to closing time. Feel free to continue exploring the Castle at your own pace, once the tour is finished.

45 minutes

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please be aware that Edinburgh Castle stays open until 5pm and your Castle Ticket is only valid on the day of purchase.
Children (4 or under) can join the Edinburgh Castle Tour for free. We reserve the right to ask for a valid ID for children joining our tours.
Our tour starts at 130 Royal Mile on the corner with Stevenlaw’s Close. We don't allow guests to join after the start time, and we don't allow guests to join the tour if they don't show up in our current start point at 130 High Street.
The independent guides who employ us to market their tours have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 1.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
No bags or backpacks over 30L are permitted for security reasons
Unfortunately, the steep hills and uneven ground mean that this tour is not suitable for pushchairs or those unable to walk unassisted
Children under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund

February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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