Edinburgh Castle guided tour with early VIP access
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Edinburgh Castle guided tour with early VIP access

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£79.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: Flexible
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Entrance fees included
Guided tour
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Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll enter Edinburgh Castle before it opens to the public
  • The experience includes a fully guided tour of the castle's most important highlights
  • There's time to explore St. Margaret's Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Scotland
  • You have access to see the Scottish Crown Jewels without waiting in lines
  • This exclusive tour grants you access to areas typically off-limits to regular guided groups
What to expect

Step into history before the public arrives with this tour of Edinburgh Castle—the only one of its kind offering private early access. Perched on Castle Rock, this iconic fortress has shaped Scotland's story for centuries.

Your guide will guide you through its serene grounds and reveal the fascinating history and legends behind this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Step into St. Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburgh, and marvel at the Great Hall’s magnificent 16th-century ceiling. Your guide will also take you into the Crown Room to see Scotland’s dazzling Crown Jewels up close—without the usual crowds.

This tour offers rare access to areas typically off-limits to guided tours, including the Royal Apartments and exhibitions like the Military Prisons. Experience the castle as it was meant to be: a quiet, reflective journey through Scotland’s history. End with breathtaking views of Edinburgh from the castle's elevated position. This scenic spot is ideal for capturing unforgettable memories of Scotland’s capital in a way most visitors never get to experience.

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What's included
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Where

The Scotch Whisky Experience, 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE, UK

Meeting point:
This tour meets at Scotch Whiskey Experience located at 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers

Not allowed:

  • Suitcases and large rucksacks (30L or over) are not permitted in the castle

Know in advance:

  • This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty
  • The castle is reached across the esplanade – a wide area of smooth tarmac, with an uphill gradient of 5 degrees
  • Unable to store luggage, prams, pushchairs or other personal items for visitors
  • Bag searches at the castle entrance are a part of the security screening process
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Provider
Walks
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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