Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour, Edinburgh - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 26.74 USD
Rating: 9 (96 reviews)

The activity was incredible! Sonia explained the history of the castle and its inhabitants with a great sense of humor a...

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Edinburgh Castle is one of the most famous, and most visited sights in Scotland; don't miss this Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour, if you find yourself in town! Discover the history and secrets behind this famous location that sits atop a now-dormant volcano

Details

Duration

1 hour 30 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

English–speaking guide
Ticket to Edinburgh Castle (depending on selection)

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

No, not suitable for people with reduced mobility

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Meeting point

351 High Street

Where does the activity end?

Edinburgh Castle

Reviews of our customers

9.0

Exceptional 1,408 Travelers·96 reviews

August 28, 2026
Jose Fermin
Ibiza, Spain
The activity was incredible! Sonia explained the history of the castle and its inhabitants with a great sense of humor and a perspective we never woul...
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June 26, 2026
Alejandra
Chile
El castillo maravilloso. Paseo histórico. La guía no valió la pena. No sabía mucho y fue un paseo con poca contundencia en conocimiento
Traveling solo
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April 27, 2026
Janice Mattoso Dos Santos Rinald
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
I liked the service because we had a delay and ended up missing the activity, but we managed to resolve it. The castle is very beautiful and worth vis...
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October 26, 2024
Rosemary C Burnham
Lincoln, California, United States
My tour guide Richard was unquestionably the best tour guide I have ever had! Anywhere! He is a natural, guiding us around and through all the histor...
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May 19, 2024
Anonymous
Surrey, United Kingdom
Richard led our tour. He was easy to hear, lovely strong voice , very friendly and made us laugh a lot. It was a hot day to be standing around but Ri...
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October 16, 2022
Alessia
Rome, Italy
Richard was very nice and explained a lot about Scottish history, showing passion for his work, and attention to the different countries and cultures...
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September 16, 2026
Patricia
United States
Glen was so knowledgeable and shared it in a great way. We would have paid double for that kind of service. Superior!
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August 25, 2025
Noelia
Valencia, Spain
David from Australia guided us through the history and stories of Edinburgh Castle amazingly! He gave a lot of details but always with a touch of humo...
Traveling solo
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April 19, 2025
Anonymous
Tokyo, Japan
The tour and the guide was very good. Initial meeting was s bit shambles after being told it won't start until noon for ticket checking and then all o...
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September 16, 2024
Lisa
Oxford, United Kingdom
Our tour guide Sonia was awesome. Very informative and funny too!
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Tour Description

The tour group will meet at the Royal Mile at the scheduled time, just outside St. Giles's Cathedral, from where we'll make our way towards the imposing structure that is the medieval castle. From the castle, we'll be able to take in the most stunning views of the city and surrounding area.

After learning all about this historic location, and receiving your tickets, we'll head inside to begin exploring the castle's main buildings, the 3 museums of the citadel and the war prisons.

Upon reaching the highest point of the castle, we'll see the following places:

The oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, St.Margaret's Chapel (built around 1130).
The Crown Square, the castle's main courtyard, from here, we'll be able to see the Great Hall and its spectacular collection of weapons and armour.
The Scottish National War Memorial.
The Royal Palace. Did you know that James Stuart, son of Mary Stuart, was born in one of these royal rooms?

Within the walls of the palace, we'll also be able to see the vault that houses the Scottish crown jewels, called the Honours of Scotland, as well as the Stone of Destiny, on which kings were crowned during the Middle Ages.

After 1.5 hours, the guided tour will finish up in the vicinity of the castle.

Ticket to Edinburgh Castle

If you choose to book a tour without a ticket, you'll need to purchase your own ticket. Make sure that the ticket is valid for the same time and day that you have booked your guided tour of Edinburgh Castle. We recommend buying your ticket well in advance, especially in high season. This option is not for those who only wish to visit the outside of the castle, as the tour outside the castle walls is only available for a short period of time. If you do not have a ticket, you won't be able to join this tour.

Please note that the option without tickets is only for those who have purchased or will purchase tickets by other means or have an Explorer Pass. All others must choose the option with a ticket.

Guided Visit

Edinburgh Castle is made up of more than 20 buildings. The guided tour will take place within the citadel, but your guide will tell you about each respective building while standing in front of them. This means you will not go inside the buildings with the guide. However, once the tour has finished you'll be free to go and explore the buildings and monuments at your own pace, that caught your attention during the tour.

9.0

Exceptional 1,408 Travelers·96 reviews

August 28, 2026
Jose Fermin
Ibiza, Spain
The activity was incredible! Sonia explained the history of the castle and its inhabitants with a great sense of humor and a perspective we never woul...
As a couple
Is this useful?
June 26, 2026
Alejandra
Chile
El castillo maravilloso. Paseo histórico. La guía no valió la pena. No sabía mucho y fue un paseo con poca contundencia en conocimiento
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
April 27, 2026
Janice Mattoso Dos Santos Rinald
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
I liked the service because we had a delay and ended up missing the activity, but we managed to resolve it. The castle is very beautiful and worth vis...
Is this useful?
October 26, 2024
Rosemary C Burnham
Lincoln, California, United States
My tour guide Richard was unquestionably the best tour guide I have ever had! Anywhere! He is a natural, guiding us around and through all the histor...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
May 19, 2024
Anonymous
Surrey, United Kingdom
Richard led our tour. He was easy to hear, lovely strong voice , very friendly and made us laugh a lot. It was a hot day to be standing around but Ri...
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 16, 2022
Alessia
Rome, Italy
Richard was very nice and explained a lot about Scottish history, showing passion for his work, and attention to the different countries and cultures...
Is this useful?
September 16, 2026
Patricia
United States
Glen was so knowledgeable and shared it in a great way. We would have paid double for that kind of service. Superior!
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 25, 2025
Noelia
Valencia, Spain
David from Australia guided us through the history and stories of Edinburgh Castle amazingly! He gave a lot of details but always with a touch of humo...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
April 19, 2025
Anonymous
Tokyo, Japan
The tour and the guide was very good. Initial meeting was s bit shambles after being told it won't start until noon for ticket checking and then all o...
As a couple
Is this useful?
September 16, 2024
Lisa
Oxford, United Kingdom
Our tour guide Sonia was awesome. Very informative and funny too!
As a couple
Is this useful?

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Points of interest in Edinburgh

Royal Mile Edinburgh Castle Greyfriars Kirkyard Palace of Holyroodhouse

Types of activities in Edinburgh

Guided tours and free tours Day trips Food and wine experiences

Other activities in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Free Tour Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Highlands & Glencoe Day Trip Loch Ness & the Scottish Highlands: 2 Day Tour St. Andrews & Fife's Fishing Villages Day Trip Edinburgh Big Bus Tour Stirling, The Kelpies, Loch Lomond & Trossachs National Park Day Trip Edinburgh Pub Crawl Edinburgh Harry Potter Walking Tour Edinburgh Underground Ghost Tour West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles Day Trip

Tour Description

Upon reaching the highest point of the castle, we'll see the following places:

The oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, St.Margaret's Chapel (built around 1130).
The Crown Square, the castle's main courtyard, from here, we'll be able to see the Great Hall and its spectacular collection of weapons and armour.
The Scottish National War Memorial.
The Royal Palace. Did you know that James Stuart, son of Mary Stuart, was born in one of these royal rooms?

After 1.5 hours, the guided tour will finish up in the vicinity of the castle.

Ticket to Edinburgh Castle

Please note that the option without tickets is only for those who have purchased or will purchase tickets by other means or have an Explorer Pass. All others must choose the option with a ticket.

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour