Visit Edinburgh Castle with this ticket and learn everything about the battles and sieges fought at Edinburgh castle, and about the Scottish monarchs who lived and died within its walls.
Includes
Entry to all the attractions within Edinburgh Castle
Free guided tour (English only)
Highlights
There is much to be learned by attending Edinburgh Castle, and the history of the Scottish monarchs
There is lots to see and do at Edinburgh Castle Take a look at the Stone of Destiny, Crown Jewels, and much more
Look out for the Edinburgh Castle cannons and then listen out for the firing of the One O'Clock Gun
Take a FREE guided tour of the castle inclusive in your ticket price, of Scotland's most iconic castle
Edinburgh Castle Information
There is lots to see and do at Edinburgh Castle. An arresting sight as it takes pride of place high up in the city, there is also much to be admired in the interior decor. The Great Hall is one of the main attractions, which serves as the chief place of state assembly and is thought to have been completed in the 16th century. It is 95 by 41 feet in size and has many impressive aspects such as the Renaissance roof.
There is much history to be learned by visit this national treasure, with the National War Museum Scotland, Prisons of War Exhibition, Royal Scots Regimental Museum, Scottish National War Memorial and Regimental Museum of the Royal Scots Dragoon Guards.
Look out for the cannons to get an insight into the artillery which is a part of the castle’s military history. Mons Meg is capable of blasting a 150kg gunstone for two miles and was the latest pioneering technology when it was built. The One O’clock Gun is so named due to being fired at that time every day. It was established in 1861 to inform nearby ships of the time.
The Edinburgh Castle Crown jewels, known as The Honours of Scotland, are also a must-see due to their breathtaking beauty. They are on permanent display in the Crown Room.
St. Margaret’s is the castles chapel and is the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh. It was built in 1130 by David I for his mother and always contains fresh flowers. It has had bomb-proof vaulting since the 16th century, when it was used as a gunpowder store.
Where is Edinburgh Castle?
Holding a dominant position in Edinburgh city centre itself, on the plug of a 700-million-year-old extinct volcano called Castle Rock. Overlooking the capital city, Edinburgh Castle is part of the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site.
Edinburgh Castle Tour
Take a guided tour of the castle inclusive of your ticket price, to get the benefit of the full knowledge of the resident experts. Hear about the amazing history of the site from the people who know it best, asking any questions you like along the way. You can find the meeting point at the clock through the Portcullis Gate, once you’ve gone past the audio booth.
Who Built Edinburgh Castle?
Although the exact date of its establishment is unknown, Edinburgh Castle has certainly dominated its surroundings with majesty for centuries. The castle itself dates back as early as the Norman period, when the Great Hall was built by James IV, though the site is thought to have been occupied as far back as the Bronze Age.
Why not combine your visit to Edinburgh Castle with other famous attractions and activities in Edinburgh such as Edinburgh Dungeon or Royal Yacht Britannia.
