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Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

Name: Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets
Start: 2026-06-18T13:30:00
End: 2026-06-18T13:30:00
Location: Edinburgh

Edinburgh Castle Esplanade with historic stone buildings and equestrian statue.

Visitors walking near the Ross Fountain with Edinburgh Castle in the background.

Holyrood Abbey ruins at the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, with Arthur's Seat in the background.

Kings Bedchamber with ornate canopy bed and tapestries at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

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Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

from £61

£57.95

5% off

Save money by bundling entry to two royal sites located at opposite ends of the Royal Mile
Entry to Palace of Holyroodhouse
Multimedia guide in 9 languages
Entry to Edinburgh Castle
Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
Expert local English-speaking guide

Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour + Palace of Holyroodhouse Guided Tour

from £94

£89.30

5% off

Full guided tour of Edinburgh Castle and Holyroodhouse in a crowd-free setting.
2-hour guided tour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse State Apartments
Expert English-speaking guide
Complimentary guidebook for insights about the palace
Small group of max. 25 guests
Entry to Palace of Holyroodhouse
Multimedia guide in 9 languages
Entry to Edinburgh Castle
Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle
Expert local English-speaking guide

4.6/5(5,364)

Jennifer S

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Our guide was Nick and he was great! He was personable and funny and had lots of information about the castle and its history. The castle was beautiful and had so many different buildings and museums to see. We were there for the shooting of the gun at 1:00 which was pretty cool. The prison was really interesting too. Overall it was definitely something to see. Go in the morning, slightly less people. We did spend probably 4 hours there, we ate in the cafe, and went through all the buildings.

Linda S

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Highlight of my visit to Edinburgh! I enjoyed the audio, I learned so much and really enjoyed touring through the palace with all the furnishings and history. The gardens and stroll through the Abby was so beautiful with the proximity to the park, I could have spent days there.

Andrea A

Family

Verified booking

Last week

Queue was fast , the staff at the palace was wonderful, informative and friendly. The palace has audio guides included with the price of the ticket. The grounds are lovely and it was a fun bit of history. Would highly recommend.

Laurence G

Solo

Verified booking

6 days ago

Very easy to buy tickets on line, and faster when we arrived at Holyroodhouse, we came in immediately, it was perfect. We'll use "Headout" next time we'll visite Scotland ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Erin K

Family

Verified booking

5 days ago

Holyroodhouse is a beautiful property full of rich history and splendor! The staff was kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this stop on your trip to Edinburgh!

Edna N

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

The place is very nice, they have a very organized and accommodating staffs.. very clean place. I love the place and I will recommend it to my friends and colleagues.

Experience Scotland’s most iconic landmarks in one expertly curated day, with a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle followed by access to Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Step inside Edinburgh Castle and explore its essential highlights, including the Great Hall, St. Margaret's Chapel, and the Crown Jewels.

Enjoy richer context throughout, as your expert guide brings to life the stories behind every chamber, crown, and courtyard.

Continue to Palace of Holyroodhouse, where you can explore the historic State Apartments and the evocative ruins of Holyrood Abbey with a multimedia guide.

For a more intimate experience, upgrade to a small-group guided tour of the palace, complete with an English-speaking expert and a complimentary guidebook for a refined finish.

Edinburgh Castle

Entry to Edinburgh Castle

Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle

Expert local English-speaking guide

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Entry to Palace of Holyroodhouse

Multimedia guide in 9 languages

Additional paid upgrades:

Palace of Holyroodhouse

2-hour guided tour of Palace of Holyroodhouse

Expert English-speaking guide

Complimentary guidebook for insights about the palace

Small group of max. 25 guests

Transport

Food and drink

You can cancel these tickets up to 36 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Jennifer S
Family
Verified booking
Last week
Our guide was Nick and he was great! He was personable and funny and had lots of information about the castle and its history. The castle was beautiful and had so many different buildings and museums to see. We were there for the shooting of the gun at 1:00 which was pretty cool. The prison was really interesting too. Overall it was definitely something to see. Go in the morning, slightly less people. We did spend probably 4 hours there, we ate in the cafe, and went through all the buildings.
Linda S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Highlight of my visit to Edinburgh! I enjoyed the audio, I learned so much and really enjoyed touring through the palace with all the furnishings and history. The gardens and stroll through the Abby was so beautiful with the proximity to the park, I could have spent days there.
Andrea A
Family
Verified booking
Last week
Queue was fast , the staff at the palace was wonderful, informative and friendly. The palace has audio guides included with the price of the ticket. The grounds are lovely and it was a fun bit of history. Would highly recommend.
Laurence G
Solo
Verified booking
6 days ago
Very easy to buy tickets on line, and faster when we arrived at Holyroodhouse, we came in immediately, it was perfect. We'll use "Headout" next time we'll visite Scotland ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Erin K
Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
Holyroodhouse is a beautiful property full of rich history and splendor! The staff was kind, helpful and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this stop on your trip to Edinburgh!

Explore Edinburgh's royal and historic landmarks with this cost-saving combo, including a guided tour of Edinburgh Castle and access to the Palace of Holyroodhouse—Edinburgh’s official royal residence.

Getting started

Start your experience at either Edinburgh Castle or the Palace of Holyroodhouse on this flexible combo tour. Wander a stretch of the famous street that connects Scotland’s two royal powerhouses—Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace after exploring the first royal residence.

What to expect

Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle stands atop Castle Rock, a symbol of Scottish heritage and royal power for centuries. Your guided tour reveals the fortress’s pivotal role in Scotland’s history and its enduring legacy.

Features:

The Great Hall: Step into the grand space once adorned for royal banquets and historic ceremonies.

The Royal Palace: Explore the former royal residence and discover its significance in the lives of Scotland’s kings and queens

Palace of Holyroodhouse

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh’s official royal residence, sits at the opposite end of the Royal Mile and has hosted monarchs and state occasions for centuries.

Features:

Self-guided access: Enjoy entry to the State Apartments, Throne Room, and Abbey ruins at your own pace. Walk through grand corridors and discover the monarchy’s history in Scotland.

Audioguide: Explore the palace on your own with insights from a complimentary multimedia guide.

Extras

Palace of Holyroodhouse Christmas tour: Enjoy all of the above, plus a 2-hour guided tour of the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Enjoy a personalised experience with no more than 25 guests, follow an expert who shares stories of royal traditions, and take home a guidebook filled with insights into the Palace’s highlights.

What's not allowed

Edinburgh Castle

Luggage, large bags, and bags over 30L in volume are not permitted inside Edinburgh Castle.

Pets are not allowed, except for registered service animals.

Drones are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Access to the roof is not permitted in poor weather conditions.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Bags larger than 45cm × 20cm × 30cm are not allowed in this experience.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Photography is strictly not allowed inside the State Apartments.

Smoking, including e-cigarettes, is not permitted in the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

In consideration of other visitors, mobile phones must be switched off inside the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

Accessibility

Edinburgh Castle

The experience is not fully wheelchair-accessible due to uneven terrain and steps within the castle grounds and surrounding areas.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible, except in some parts of Mary, Queen of Scots' rooms.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Concessionary rates for disabled visitors and a complimentary companion ticket are only available to book directly with Royal Collection Trust.

Additional information

Edinburgh Castle

The guided tour takes place outdoors around Edinburgh Castle. Entry to interior buildings is not included during the guided portion, but you may explore them independently after the tour.

Specific stops during the tour are assigned by castle authorities and may vary.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult to join the tour.

Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 mins before your scheduled start time.

Palace of Holyroodhouse

As the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a working royal palace, security and opening arrangements may be subject to change at short notice.

You may be subject to security checks. Some items may have to be checked in and reclaimed at the end of your visit.

For safety and security reasons, a one-way route operates inside the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

The palace is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Last admission time is 3:15pm.

Under 5s must be booked with a paid ticket.

The tour is only available when the Palace is closed to other visitors.

Please arrive at least 15 mins before your scheduled tour time.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.