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Edinburgh in a Day Tour with VIP Early Access to Edinburgh Castle

Location Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
$176.59
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Overview

Uncover Edinburgh’s highlights in one day without the crowds. Start with exclusive early access to Edinburgh Castle for a VIP access exploration of Scotland’s most iconic landmark. Stroll through centuries of history as you explore in the company of an expert guide. Let your guide bring the historic Royal Mile to life with stories of its famous characters, cobbled streets, hidden closes, and historic landmarks. Enter inside King Charles's official Scottish residence, Holyrood Palace and learn the secrets of the Monarchy.
Edinburgh in a Day Tour with VIP Early Access to Edinburgh Castle
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 4 hours

  • Early access ticket to Edinburgh Castle
  • Self-guided audio tour of Holyrood Palace
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

Meeting point
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a green Walks sign. This tour meets at Scotch Whiskey Experience located at 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1
Return details
End your day at Holyrood Palace, the official Scottish residence of the British monarch with an audio-guided tour.

  • Edinburgh Castle
    Enter Edinburgh Castle with exclusive early access before the site opens to the public. Enjoy rare peace and quiet as you explore its breathtaking views and iconic landmarks, including the Crown Room, Great Hall, and St. Margaret’s Chapel.
  • Lawnmarket
    Stroll the Lawnmarket and pause to admire the exterior of St. Giles’ Cathedral, a stunning Gothic masterpiece and key site in Scotland’s religious history.
  • Royal Mile
    Walk along the iconic Royal Mile, where your guide will reveal its cobblestone streets, hidden gardens, and fascinating stories of Edinburgh’s past. Then continue over to the Canongate area to discover its historic charm, 16th-century buildings, and connections to the British royal family at Canongate Kirk.
  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
    Conclude your tour at Holyrood Palace, the British monarchs’ official residence in Scotland. Explore its stunning gardens, state rooms, and abbey ruins at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour is in English.
  • 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.
  • Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
  • Photography and filming are not permitted inside the Palace
  • Eating and drinking are not permitted inside the Palace's State Apartments.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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    Edinburgh in a Day Tour with VIP Early Access to Edinburgh Castle

    Location Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
    $176.59
    This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after they redeem the gift voucher.
    How it works?
    01 You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
    02 We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
    03 Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!
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