Palace of Holyroodhouse Tours and Tickets

Pack two tours into one day with this Edinburgh tour package, which includes a 1.5-hour royal Edinburgh history tour and a 1-hour ghostly underground vaults history tour. On the first tour, learn about the truths and myths of Edinburgh's royal history as you make your way down the Royal Mile. Choose to add admission to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, which you can explore before setting off on your second tour. Then, go down in the vaults below Blair Street to become more familiar with the city's dark history.

Experience the grandeur of Scotland's brooding capital with a full-day shore excursion of Edinburgh. With an expert guide, journey by coach to the city's main attractions such as the formidable Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and the Royal Yacht Britannia, owned by the British Royal Family for more than four decades! Accompany your local guide on a stroll along the Royal Mile and through Old Town, the city's oldest quarter strewn with historic landmarks.

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 of Edinburgh without the stress of public transit and massive crowds on this hop-on hop-off bus tour. With your 48-hour pass, hop aboard the double-decker, open-top bus for a panoramic sightseeing excursion. Great for kids and adults, your ticket offers five route options with dozens of strategically placed stops. You'll have the added bonus of free entry to royal sites like Edinburgh Castle, Royal Yacht Britannia and the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Edinburgh is a wonderful city best explored on foot.  Spend a morning exploring the Medieval Old Town and Royal Mile with a local Tour Guide.  Hear about the history of the Old Town, see the amazing architecture and learn about the characters that have shaped this fascinating city we call home.  The tour will start at the top of the Royal Mile and wind it's way down through the Closes (streets) of the Old Town.  Get a feeling of what life had been like and hear about some of our most memorable citizens.  The tour will end at the bottom of the Royal Mile outside the Palace of Holyroodhouse and Arthur's Seat.

Follow in the footsteps of Scottish icons like Mary, Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie as you unravel the truths and myths of Edinburgh's royal history. Set out on a 90-minute walking tour of the UNESCO-listed Old Town, spot the royal sites along Canongate and admire the grand Palace of Holyroodhouse, The Queen's official residence in Scotland. After a comprehensive introduction to Edinburgh's royal roots, enjoy skip-the-line access (optional) to the Palace of Holyrood and explore the magnificent royal residence independently.

Explore the Old Town of Edinburgh with a private guide leading the way during this walking tour. Hear stories about the people, history, and politics that shaped the city of Edinburgh. Go for a walk along the Royal Mile and see local landmarks including Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and Scottish Parliament.

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.

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.

Open throughout the year, the Palace of Holyroodhouse stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Explore the Palace's close associations with some of Scotland's most well-known historic figures such as Mary, Queen of Scots and Bonnie Prince Charlie, and learn how today it is used by The Queen when carrying out official engagements in Scotland.

An Edinburgh bus tour is the perfect way to hear commentary on city sights and get a panoramic overview. This City Sightseeing tour of Edinburgh lets you hop on and off at 14 strategically placed stops as many times as you like. Board the open-top double-decker bus and travel the entire 60-minute route, or stop at Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum and much more. Buses depart every 20 minutes from each stop. Tickets are valid for 24 hours from first use.

Maximize time in Edinburgh with a private full-day shore excursion including pick-up at the cruise terminal. Explore the Old Town on foot, hearing stories from your local guide as you see the Royal Mile. Visit the 15th century Rosslyn Chapel and taste traditional Scottish fare in a historic pub before heading to Edinburgh Castle for reserved seating to see the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.