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Portals of History: Guided Walking Tour of Edinburgh Castle with Exclusive, Skip-The-Line Entry

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    Approx. 90 minutes

  • Start time

    Summer Season:10am, 12pm & 2pm

    Winter Season: 10:30am & 1:30pm

  • Meeting Point

    Make your way to 192 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1RF next to the Adam Smith statue. Please look for the white and green umbrella!

    Landmark: Royal Mile, beside the Adam Smith statue

  • Ending Point

    The tour finishes in the Crown Square which is the heart of Edinburgh Castle.

Key Highlights

  • Explore Edinburgh’s number one attraction with an exclusive skip-the-line entry
  • Traverse the magnificent castle with our knowledgeable guide
  • Learn all about its incredible 3000-year history, from being a royal residence to a military stronghold
  • Get a taste of World War II’s tragic yesteryears as you hear the famous One O'Clock Gun
  • Trail some of the best highlights including Mons Meg, Crown Jewels, and more
  • Both printed and smartphone vouchers accepted!

Overview

Explore Edinburgh’s most visited attraction - the magnificent Edinburgh Castle - with this immersive walking tour that includes an exclusive, skip-the-line entry. 

With a history of around 3000 years, the historic castle and fortress has been integral to Scottish history. From being King Malcolm Canmore’s royal residence to being a military stronghold for the Scottish Kingdom and its involvement in the Wars of Scottish independence, the Castle is engulfed in a tumultuous yet intriguing past. While regaling you with all the stories of Edinburgh’s numero uno attraction, we will take you on a trail through the breathtaking artefacts and sites in the castle including the famous One O'Clock Gun from World War II, the giant 15th-century Mons Meg siege gun and the stunning Crown Jewels. 

Once you have relished a comprehensive journey through Edinburgh Castle, you can take your time to explore it at your own pace, deep diving further into its bewitching yesteryears.  

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • Services of English speaking Guide (Language barrier? What’s that?) 
  • Exclusive Skip-The-Line Entry to Edinburgh Castle (Get the VIP treatment!)

Exclusions

  • Gratuities (If you are still feeling generous though, go right ahead!)

Please note

Voucher Information: No need to print! You can show your voucher on your smartphone or other devices. (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)

The confirmation voucher includes the local activity operator’s contact details. They’re a nice bunch, and will happily answer any logistical questions you may have. Please give them a call at least 24 hours before your organised

activity to reconfirm.

Don’t forget to arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to departure to avoid getting stuck in any last minute delays.

Edinburgh Castle is an active military base. For this reason, they do not allow big bags or dangerous items into the castle. There are baggage storage facilities in Waverley Station which is about a 5-minute walk from our start point.

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