Guided Tours

Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour with Fast-Track Entry

Exterior of Edinburgh Castle in Scotland

Statue of Earl Haig outside Edinburgh Castle

Uncover Scotland's rich history with a 90-minute guided tour of Edinburgh Castle, inclusive of fast-track entry and personalized language options.

Highlights

Embark on a 90-minute guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle, steeped in rich history and royal tales that go back 3,000 years.
Enjoy a seamless experience with fast-track entry, bypassing the crowded lines to explore Scotland's most visited fortress.
Immerse in the charm of the old world with attractions like the 16th-century Great Hall, the venue of all the jolly feasts, and a unique canine cemetery.
Walk along the castle's promenade for panoramas of the city, and choose from English or Spanish guided tours for a personalized experience.
Fun fact: The castle, a symbol of Scottish pride, is built on an ancient volcanic rock and houses the city's oldest surviving building!

Inclusions

90-min guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
Skip-the-line entry
English/Spanish-speaking guide

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Robert

5/5

Jun, 2024

The guide was fantastisc and gave a lot of details about the history of Scotland and England. We really enjoyed the tour. The guide, Jennifer, explained everything with a lot of humour.

Sharon

5/5

May, 2024

Richard the tour guide was very good He explained everything in the castle so we were interested on entire tour Funny great body language to tell the story Our highlight of edinburgh

Vanessa

5/5

May, 2024

Stunning scenery and architecture. The guide, Richard, was really super good and engaging. Definitely recommended!

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Ludmila

5/5

May, 2024

El storytelling del guia habla hispana, un genio! Te hace meterte de lleno en la historia del lugar y ves todo desde otra perspectiva

Alison

5/5

Jan, 2024

The best thing about our experience was our guide Sarah!! She was so detailed, animated, funny and knowledgeable about the history of Edinburgh. She made this tour for our family!!

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Your experience

A journey through Scottish history

From being the most visited castle in Scotland to being the inspiration behind the backdrop of Harry Potter, Edinburgh Castle has one too many crowns to its name. Take this chance to dive into 3,000 years of Scottish history at the castle with a guided tour, and save yourself the hassle of bypassing the often crowded entry lines with fast-track entry. Starting from the iconic Royal Mile, your experienced guide will lead you to the castle esplanade and enrich you with facts about the Castle's former residents.

Old buildings to glittering jewels

Once inside the castle, discover the tale of Scotland's kings and queens and explore hidden gems like the Chapel of Saint Margaret, the oldest building in Edinburgh. Step into the canine cemetery, a testament to Scotland's military mascots, appreciating the service of soldier animals. Marvel at the Honours of Scotland housing the oldest crown jewels in British Isle, and the Stone of Destiny that was used in the inauguration of kings.

Know before you go

What to bring

It’s recommended to wear comfortable shoes and clothes.

What's not allowed

Flash photography and tripods are not allowed on this experience.

Accessibility

Guide dogs are allowed on this experience.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

Meet your guide at Advocates Close.
Address: Edinburgh EH1 1ND, United Kingdom.
Landmark: St. Giles’ Cathedral.
Guide Identifier: Look for a black umbrella with the Scotland City Tours' yellow logo.

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