Edinburgh Castle & National Museum of Scotland Guided Tour

Explore Edinburgh Castle and the National Museum of Scotland with a guided tour featuring live commentary, entry tickets, and local discounts.

Begin your experience by meeting your guide at the Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott in West Parliament Square, directly opposite St. Giles Cathedral. Look for a guide with VoxCity branding and arrive at least 5 minutes before your scheduled time. After your guided tour of Edinburgh Castle, you will make your own way on foot (about 8 minutes) to the National Museum of Scotland, where your next guide awaits by the William Chambers Statue near the entrance.

Edinburgh Castle

This iconic fortress sits atop Castle Rock and has played a central role in Scotland’s history as a royal residence and military stronghold.

Features

• Walk the castle grounds with your guide, who shares stories of Mary, Queen of Scots, and the castle’s use as a prison during the Napoleonic Wars.

• See the six-ton Mons Meg cannon and the Royal Palace as you explore the outdoor areas.

• Your entry ticket and guided tour provide access to the castle grounds, with live commentary in English for a deeper context.

National Museum of Scotland

A major cultural institution, the museum houses collections spanning Scottish history, science, and world cultures.

Features

• Discover highlights such as the Arthur’s Seat Coffins, Dolly the sheep, and ‘Scotty’ the T. rex, one of the most complete dinosaur skeletons in the world.

• Enjoy a guided tour with live commentary in English, and access an audio tour in English, French, or German by scanning the QR code on your voucher.

• Your visit includes a donation to the museum and local discounts at Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Gladstone Land, subject to availability.

After your guided tours, you are free to continue exploring the National Museum of Scotland at your own pace using the audio guide. Take advantage of your included local discounts at Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Gladstone Land.