Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour - Tickets Included
Description
Join us on an unforgettable journey through millennia as we explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle on a walking tour that will bring Scotland's rich history to life! As you explore, your knowledgeable guide will regale you with tales of battles won and lost, royalty and rebels, and the colourful characters who have called the castle home over the centuries. You'll be greeted with breath-taking views of Edinburgh and the surrounding countryside, providing a unique perspective on this beautiful city. Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a unique and educational experience, a tour of Edinburgh Castle is a must-do activity in Scotland's capital. Come and discover the rich cultural heritage of this iconic landmark, and immerse yourself in the history of one of the most fascinating places in all of Europe! *IN ENGLISH ONLY. Tickets to Edinburgh Castle are included, and the tour takes place inside. Due to guidelines imposed by HES, guides are not allowed inside the covered areas.
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Itinerary
A brief walk from St. Giles to Edinburgh Castle's Esplanade, where you will be introduced to the History of Edinburgh and the Castle.
Walking tour of the Edinburgh Castle grounds. You'll be introduced to the History of Edinburgh Castle, its residents and buildings. Highlights include: - St. Margaret's Chappel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, - Mons Meg, a 6.6 tonne cannon, - The Great Hall, where monarchs could eavesdrop on their court, - The Honours of Scotland, the oldest crown jewels in the United Kingdom, - A cemetery for dogs. Please note that this is a visit of the Castle grounds only, as due to the reduced size of some indoor spaces and the popularity of the Castle, tour guides are not allowed into enclosed spaces.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(1,927)
James, our tour guide, was both knowledgeable and funny- a very welcome combination. I live here now, but was bringing a friend who was visiting for the first time. I learned things I had never heard before, with an interesting and hilarious narrative from James
Our guide, James, was terrific! He was funny, knowledgeable, and easy to look at! I learned stuff about Scottish history that I had never known before. Truly a memorable experience. I would highly recommend it to everyone…
Toni was knowledgeable and made the experience memorable.Funny but kept everyone engaged and entertained.
Davie was wonderful!! Our best tour guide in all of Scotland. We would love to tour the whole country with him. Engaging, fun, knowledge, kind, he’s a movie star! 😉
Toni was amazing in how they shared history with a witty sense of humour. Highly recommend to families and all!
Kiran was a great guide. Made history interesting and amusing when we toured Edinburgh Castle. Well worth the money. An 1 hour and 1/2 was the perfect amount of time.
Thank you Will for an unforgettable guide through the Edinburgh Castle! We loved your theatricality and perspective on the history of Edinburgh. Totally recommend it!
You meet down the Royal Mile somewhat to start, so you have to climb the hill outside the castle and keep up with the guide in the crowds. The guides can't enter any buildings or coverings and give info, but they provide a lot of great info when and where they can. You stop out in the area the Military Tattoo is held to potty break before you go in, and to get some kickoff info. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable and passionate about the history. They point out things to look for inside the buildings. We did break off as we had smaller children and really just wanted to walk around, BUT as an adult, I was really enjoying listening to the guide.
Davy our tour guide was brilliant and really did a great job tailoring his presentation to the group. He was personable and friendly. Great experience!!
Really fun new experience, great views, and great history story. I really enjoyed the guy, super friendly and super cool. Plus I heard he’s a movie star, so I met a person who was in a film. That’s really cool!!
