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Royal Yacht Britannia

Visit the Royal Yacht Britannia, once the private getaway of Queen Elizabeth II. Dive into history and luxury aboard this floating royal residence, now a top-rated attraction in Edinburgh
Royal Yacht Britannia
Tourists exploring the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse entrance with tickets in hand, Edinburgh
Tourists exploring the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse in London, with entrance tickets and multimedia guide in hand
Tourists exploring the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, with entrance tickets and multimedia guide in hand
Tourists exploring the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh, Scotland, with multimedia guide, showcasing the grandeur of the palace entrance
Tourists exploring the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, with entrance tickets and multimedia guide
Tourists exploring the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse in London, available with multimedia guide entrance tickets
Tourists exploring the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse in London, available for booking with entrance tickets
Tourists exploring the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, with entrance tickets and multimedia guide in hand
Tourists exploring the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse in London, available for booking with entrance tickets
Tourists exploring the historic Holyroodhouse Palace in Edinburgh, Scotland
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  • Step into the royal world of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. See where King Charles III stays when in Scotland, and learn about its rich history.

  • Discover the eclectic State Apartments, a royal masterpiece showcasing the blend of grand and contrasting tastes of successive monarchs.

  • Walk in Mary, Queen of Scots footsteps as you visit her Historic Apartments and find out the chilling stories about murder that haunt the walls.

  • Seek solace in a peaceful oasis amidst the crumbling ruins of Holyrood Abbey which once used to be one of the grandest abbeys in Scotland.

  • Opt for a ticket upgrade to enjoy a 48-hour hop-on-hop-off pass which gives you entry into Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Yacht Britannia.

  • Did you know? The name 'Holyrood' comes from 'holy rood' or 'holy cross', which is a Christian relic alleged to be part of the True Cross on which Jesus died.

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  • Step into the royal world of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. See where King Charles III stays when in Scotland, and learn about its rich history.

  • Discover the eclectic State Apartments, a royal masterpiece showcasing the blend of grand and contrasting tastes of successive monarchs.

  • Walk in Mary, Queen of Scots footsteps as you visit her Historic Apartments and find out the chilling stories about murder that haunt the walls.

  • Seek solace in a peaceful oasis amidst the crumbling ruins of Holyrood Abbey which once used to be one of the grandest abbeys in Scotland.

  • Opt for a ticket upgrade to enjoy a 48-hour hop-on-hop-off pass which gives you entry into Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Yacht Britannia.

  • Did you know? The name 'Holyrood' comes from 'holy rood' or 'holy cross', which is a Christian relic alleged to be part of the True Cross on which Jesus died.

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Tourists enjoying the City Sightseeing 24-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Edinburgh, with a view of the iconic Edinburgh Castle in the background
Tourists exploring Edinburgh's royal attractions with skip-the-line tickets, enjoying a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
Tourists exploring Edinburgh's royal attractions with skip-the-line tickets, enjoying a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
Tourists exploring Edinburgh's royal attractions with 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour tickets
Tourists exploring the Royal Edinburgh Tour, featuring iconic landmarks like the Edinburgh Castle, on a hop-on hop-off bus
Tourists exploring Edinburgh's royal attractions with 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour tickets, including a visit to the historic Edinburgh Castle
Tourists exploring Edinburgh's royal attractions with 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour tickets
Royal Yacht Britannia docked in Edinburgh with visitors exploring the deck.
Tourists exploring the Royal Edinburgh Tour, featuring skip-the-line entry tickets to 3 royal attractions and hop-on hop-off bus tours
Tourists exploring Edinburgh's royal attractions with skip-the-line tickets, enjoying a 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
Visitors exploring the Royal Edinburgh Tour, featuring skip-the-line entry tickets to 3 royal attractions and hop-on hop-off bus tours
Hop-On Hop-Off Bus in Edinburgh
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  • Step back in time at Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Board the Royal Yacht Britannia for a royal sea adventure – along your HOHO route.

  • Explore the royal rooms, and wander through Mary, Queen of Scots apartments and see how tea areas and intriguing crew quarters were decorated.

  • Hop on and off at your leisure with three routes and 50+ key stops. Visit the Scottish Parliament, Old Town, and Royal Mile with your HOHO pass.

  • Enjoy frequent double-decker buses every 30 mins and listen to the multilingual audio guides or immersive English narration on the green route.

  • Did you know? In 1566 David Rizzio, the private secretary to Mary, Queen of Scots was murdered brutally inside the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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  • Step back in time at Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Board the Royal Yacht Britannia for a royal sea adventure – along your HOHO route.

  • Explore the royal rooms, and wander through Mary, Queen of Scots apartments and see how tea areas and intriguing crew quarters were decorated.

  • Hop on and off at your leisure with three routes and 50+ key stops. Visit the Scottish Parliament, Old Town, and Royal Mile with your HOHO pass.

  • Enjoy frequent double-decker buses every 30 mins and listen to the multilingual audio guides or immersive English narration on the green route.

  • Did you know? In 1566 David Rizzio, the private secretary to Mary, Queen of Scots was murdered brutally inside the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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Group of tourists enjoying Combo: 7886 + 9634 tour with a scenic view of the city skyline at sunset
Group of tourists enjoying Combo: 7886 + 9634 tour with a scenic view of the city skyline at sunset
Group of tourists enjoying Combo: 7886 + 9634 tour at a scenic outdoor location
Group of tourists enjoying Combo: 7886 + 9634 tour with a scenic view of the city skyline in the background
Group of tourists enjoying Combo: 7886 + 9634 tour at a scenic outdoor location with lush greenery and clear blue skies
Louis Gabriel Blanchet, Prince Charles Edward Stuart Painting at Style & Society Dressing the Georgians
Exterior of the King's Gallery at Palace of Holyroodhouse
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  • Journey through time at the King's Gallery, where centuries of royal history unfold through temporary exhibitions featuring art from the Royal Collection.

  • Step into the world of 18th-century fashion at the Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians exhibition, and uncover the secrets of Georgian style.

  • Witness the opulence of the royals through the items crafted for King George IV's Scottish tour, like a regal Indian muslin gown and a dazzling broadsword.

  • From the simple dresses of servants to the elaborate gowns of royalty, marvel at the outfits that served as a visual indicator of social hierarchy.

  • Fun fact: The Palace has been a popular filming location for movies and TV shows like The Crown and Outlander.

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  • Journey through time at the King's Gallery, where centuries of royal history unfold through temporary exhibitions featuring art from the Royal Collection.

  • Step into the world of 18th-century fashion at the Style & Society: Dressing the Georgians exhibition, and uncover the secrets of Georgian style.

  • Witness the opulence of the royals through the items crafted for King George IV's Scottish tour, like a regal Indian muslin gown and a dazzling broadsword.

  • From the simple dresses of servants to the elaborate gowns of royalty, marvel at the outfits that served as a visual indicator of social hierarchy.

  • Fun fact: The Palace has been a popular filming location for movies and TV shows like The Crown and Outlander.

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