Edinburgh Castle + The Palace of Holyroodhouse

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Ticket Combo Deal - With The Palace of Holyroodhouse What is included:  Duration 1.5 hours Audio Guide/Headphones in Spanish, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian Highlights: Wonder around and take in the Queen's official residence in Scotland at The Palace of Holyroodhouse Learn about historicc events from Scotland's history in Mary Queen of Scots' chambers View with your very own eyes treasures from the Royal Collection Take a walk around the picturesque ruins of the 12th-century Holyrood Abbey Be at one with the Queen and visit rooms still used by the Queen for official engagements Description: The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence in Scotland of Her Majesty The Queen, stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile against the spectacular backdrop of Arthur's Seat. This fine baroque palace is closely associated with Scotland's rich history. The Palace is perhaps best known as the home of Mary, Queen of Scots, and as the setting for many of the dramatic episodes in her turbulent reign. Mary was married at Holyroodhouse and witnessed the brutal killing of her secretary Rizzio by her jealous second husband, Lord Darnley, in her private apartments. The Palace briefly served as the headquarters of Bonnie Prince Charlie during the 1745 uprising. Palace of Holyroodhouse opening times: April to October - daily from 09:30-18:00 (last admission at 16:30); November to March - daily from 09:30-16:30 (last admission at 15:15).