Guided tour

Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Tickets Included

4.8  / 5875 reviews
Activity provider:All-Star Guides
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Guided tour
Edinburgh Castle: Guided Tour with Tickets Included
Activity provider:All-Star Guides
4.8  / 5875 reviews
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Go back in time on a guided walking tour of Edinburgh Castle. Listen to fascinating stories of battles, royals, and rebels, and take time to explore on your own after the tour.

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Duration 1.5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights

  • Discover 3000 years of History as your guide brings it to life
  • Learn about the origins of Edinburgh
  • Explore at your own pace after the tour

Full description

Join us on an unforgettable journey through 3000 years of history as we explore the iconic Edinburgh Castle on a walking tour that will bring Scotland's rich heritage 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 walking tour of Edinburgh Castle is a must-do activity in Scotland's capital. So 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! *TOUR AVAILABLE 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. After the tour, you're free to explore on your own until closing time.

Includes

  • Entry ticket to Edinburgh Castle
  • Guided tour in English

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Meeting point

Our meeting point is in front of St. Giles Cathedral, across West Parliament Square. Find the white umbrella with the logo of All-Star Guides, and please arrive 10 minutes before departure for check in so you can start on time.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Smoking
  • Luggage or large bags
  • Drones
  • Pets (assistance dogs allowed)
  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • We pride ourselves in offering experiences accessible for everyone. If someone on your party has any form of mobility impairment, please contact us before the tour so we can make all the necessary arrangements.

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 875 reviews

Review summary

  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Amy – United States1 September 2024  – Verified booking
Our guide, Calum, was fantastic! He managed to instantly corral a large group with his humor and personal manner. He was a great storyteller of a huge span of Scottish history. He was easy to hear and follow up to the castle. We learned a lot and enjoyed the tour.
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Fernanda – France31 August 2024  – Verified booking
Excelente tour, muy informativo e interesante. James, nuestro guía, es historiador y nos relató con mucha pasión las aventuras y desventuras del castillo de Edimburgo. Nos sumergió en 1000 años de historia donde se habló de armas, combates, intrigas... Hasta nos explicó los "true or false" de las batallas de las series y películas históricas! Un placer este recorrido con James.
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Tanja – Germany29 August 2024  – Verified booking
Absolute Empfehlung! Elena hat die Tour sehr kurzweilig und humorvoll gestaltet. Vor dem Hintergrund der bereits relativ teuren Eintrittspreise in die Festung (ohne zusätzliche Führung), ist es preislich mehr als in Ordnung. Die Geschichte wurde informativ und kurzweilig erläutert und im Anschluss an die Führung haben wir noch mehrere Stunden auf der Anlage zugebracht und die diversen Gebäude / Museen erkundet (im Ticketpreis inbegriffen). Unsere Kinder (10 und 11) waren begeistert!
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