Edinburgh Castle Tour: All You Need to Know Before You Go

Why We Think It’s Great:

Sure, you could visit the Edinburgh Castle on your own, but having a guide entertain and explain the significance of what you’ll see while inside makes for a much more enriching experience. If you’re into history and fun facts (we know we are), you won’t want to skip having a guide for a portion of your time at the castle.

This is also a great option for getting tickets to the castle if it’s sold out for the dates and times you’re hoping to visit. Tickets to the castle can sell out a few days to a week in advance during the busy summer season. However, tours often have last-minute availability, so if you’ve been otherwise unable to get your hands on castle tickets, this could be an informative way in.

Edinburgh Castle Tour Highlights:

• 1.5-hour duration
• Tour runs several times daily
• Tour cost discounted for seniors and children. Children ages 4 and under are free!
• Skip-the-line admissions to the castle included
• Maximum 30 guests per tour

This tour is a prelude to your Edinburgh Castle explorations. Guides are not allowed in the castle buildings, but they do take you around the grounds and provide necessary context for you to visit at your own pace, armed with a better understanding.

Things to Note:

• Tour guides are not allowed to walk you through the castle buildings
• Meeting point is along the Royal Mile, not the castle entrance
• Tour takes place outdoors and operates rain or shine
• This tour is not wheelchair accessible
• 24-hour cancellation policy

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