Edinburgh Castle Tours and Tickets

If you're a history buff, no visit to Edinburgh is complete without a tour of Edinburgh Castle. Receive personalized attention on a private 3-hour tour, during which you'll delve deep into the history of the Edinburgh icon and avoid long lines often in excess of two hours with a pre-booked entrance ticket. Plus, you're guide collects you from your hotel to prevent you getting lost in Edinburgh's winding streets.

Explore Edinburgh with a private guide during this walking tour. Meet your local guide right at your hotel and set out to see the city's popular landmarks along with some off the beaten path places. Explore the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle and visit a historic pub for lunch. The itinerary of this private tour can be customized according to your interests.

Explore Edinburgh from the comfort of your own personal minibus on a private full-day tour of the Scottish capital city. While listening to informative commentary from your guide, you'll gaze at the Gothic silhouette of Edinburgh Castle and hear about the historic Royal Mile. Ascend Carlton Hill for panoramic city views, admire the grand architecture of the Palace of Holyroodhouse and become engrossed by tales of witchcraft, body snatching and a loyal dog. This private tour ensure you'll receive undivided attention from your guide while experiencing the best Edinburgh has to offer.

Discover the best that Edinburgh has to offer during this 6-hour private walking tour. From the top of the Royal Mile, explore the grounds of the beautiful Edinburgh Castle, home to the Crown Jewels, then make your way through Old Town Edinburgh and learn about the city's history. After a delicious pub lunch - not included - choose between a tour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse or the Scotch Whiskey Experience.

Visit the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and follow in the footsteps of some of Scotland's most famous royals with a visit to the magnificent ruins of Linlithgow Palace. Pre-book your entrance tickets and explore the grand residence independently, stopping to admire the great hall, peek in the court kitchens and royal chapel, and enjoy the views from Queen Margaret's Bower. Your tickets offer flexible entry, so you can arrive at any time and stay as long as you want.

Cover all the major must-see sights in Edinburgh and learn all about the ancient city on this 3-hour guided walking tour. Listen as your guide shares fascinating historical facts, myths and legends about the Scottish capital. - Wander along the Royal Mile, the atmospheric main thoroughfare of the well-preserved Edinburgh Old Town - See the historic fortress of Edinburgh Castle, trek to the Mound and visit the graveyard of Greyfriars Kirkyard - Listen to your guide talking about historical facts about Edinburgh

Delve into Edinburgh's ghoulish side with an 80 minute early evening walking tour of the city's eeriest sites!  As you venture down the historic  Royal Mile you will hear tales of torture, witchcraft, plague and mayhem from your local ghoslty guide - Mr Alexander Clapperton (deceased) - a former Edinburgh cemetery director.  Learn about and meet infamous apparitions such as the Mad Monk of Cowgate, the witch Agnes Fynnie, and the wild and bloody Higlander Rhuari McLeod.  Prepare yourself for a night of good fun in the shadows!

Maximize time spent in Edinburgh with this full-day private driving tour in a traditional London taxi. With a group of up to four people, set out to see popular landmarks including Edinburgh Castle, Rosslyn Chapel, the Royal Mile, and the Scottish Parliament. Learn about history and Scottish culture from your private guide.

See all of Great Britain and learn all the history that makes the island what it is today on this 8-day tour. You and your group will be departing from London on an air-conditioned coach and visiting some of the most important cities in the nation. Your guide will tell you everything you need to know about Stratford-Upon-Avon, Edinburgh, and Liverpool among many other cities and hidden gems that Great Britain has to offer. You will be getting 7 nights accommodation in 3-Star hotels during this tour, plus a pre-tour hotel stay in London for two nights before setting off. Breakfast is included during this tour.

Delve into Edinburgh's horrific history on this evening ghost bus tour. With your spooky local guide, visit the city's most terrifying locations, haunted by infamy and restless spirits! From your seat in a double-decker vintage bus, gaze at eerie sites such as Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket and the Royal Mile. Throughout the 1-hour trip, hear anecdotes and facts about Edinburgh's chilling past, replete with bloody executions, unspeakable tortures and murder.

If you're interested in the supernatural then don't miss this 1-hour haunted history bus tour of Edinburgh. On a themed double-decker bus, you'll delve into Edinburgh's dark history as you pass top Edinburgh attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Plus, you'll step off the bus for a short walk around Greyfriars Church, reputed to be Edinburgh's most-haunted cemetery.

Ride through Edinburgh in a glass-roofed, convertible mini coach on this 50-minute hop-on-hop-off tour. Learn the history, culture and traditions of this UNESCO World Heritage Site with a small group of fellow travelers, limited to 15 people or fewer. Stop by some of the area's top attractions, such as the Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh's central university area. Hear an insider's perspective on the vibrant city via the onboard audio commentary.

Explore Edinburgh without the hassle of driving or using public transit on a private sightseeing tour with round-trip hotel transport. Your driver, who navigates for you, points out top landmarks and architectural gems, from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood House. With the flexibility to customize your itinerary and inside recommendations from your driver, this private tour is a popular choice for newcomers who wish to orient themselves in the city.

Enjoy your time in port with a shore excursion around Edinburgh and the Lothians. Visit to 15th-century Rosslyn Chapel, and stop at Stewart Brewing to sample a yummy pint (or two!). Voyage through Edinburgh's Old Town, filled with cobbled Wynds and Closes, and learn about the city's history while touring the Royal Mile and exploring the Georgian New Town.

See the best of medieval yet modern Edinburgh this 2-hour walking tour with skip-the-line access to Edinburgh Castle. As you walk, listen as your guide shares the history of this formidable city with ancient Roman roots and UNESCO-listed pockets. Explore atmospheric cobbled walkways along the Royal Mile, breeze into Edinburgh Castle to witness royal opulence, and pass iconic locations like St Giles Cathedral, Parliament Square and John Knox House.

Make sure you see all the spots you wanted to in Edinburgh on this 2-hour private tour led by a private guide. Your customized itinerary takes you to the places you request, and your private guide's commentary is based on your interests. You can go to famous locations, such as Edinburgh Castle to see Scotland's crown jewels, or you can choose to go to areas known only by locals.

Experiencing Edinburgh's many highlights can be tricky on limited time. Maximize your visit on a private day tour, and discover landmarks including Arthur's Seat, the Royal Mile, and Edinburgh Castle. Learn about the city's history and culture from your guide, and travel the seven hills with ease via air-conditioned, panoramic minibus.

Discover the festive Christmas lights of Edinburgh in your own private black taxi. This 2.5-hour tour covers the ancient streets of the city and Edinburgh Castle that are illuminated for the holiday season. Learn about the city's rich history as you drive past monuments, statues, and ancient sites before ending the tour the Edinburgh Christmas Festival.

Build your own custom (and cost-efficient!) tour of Scotland's best attractions with the Historic Scotland Explorer Pass! With your 3- or 7-day pass, visit castles, cathedrals, distilleries and more! Enjoy skip-the-line access to popular sites like Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle, and discounted audio tours at select venues. With free entry to more 78 attractions around the country, the Explorer Pass offers something for the whole family.

Short on time but still want to experience Edinburgh's UNESCO-listed gems? No problem! Jump aboard a classic Mini Cooper for a private half-day tour of Edinburgh and zip around the sights in style. Hop out along the way to admire Edinburgh Castle, take in the views from Arthur's Seat and stroll down the Royal Mile, then explore the lively Grassmarket and visit the waterfront neighbourhood of Leith. Finish your adventure by tucking into a delicious lunch or dinner (depending on option selected) of typical Scottish cuisine.