Skip-the-Line Edinburgh Castle Walking Tour

Itinerary
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Pass By: SANDEMANs NEW Europe - Edinburgh, 124 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1QS Scotland

Meet your guide in front of Frankie & Benny's on 130 High Street by Tron Kirk

Stop At: Royal Mile, Edinburgh EH1 2PB Scotland

Make your way to the castle and experience one immediate advantage to this 2-hour walking tour: you get to bypass the usually long line and go right into the castle. No waiting.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: National War Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh Castle Castle Hill Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh EH1 2NG Scotland

Visit the National War Museum to get an up close view of the battles that have shaped Scotland and Edinburgh. Walk through Crown Square, the main courtyard of the castle. See the Crown Jewels of Scotland, including the Stone of Destiny, an oblong block of red sandstone that was used in the coronation of Scottish monarchs.

Duration: 15 hours

Stop At: St. Margaret's Chapel, Edinburgh Scotland

Visit St Margaret’s Chapel, the oldest building in Edinburgh.

You’ll also see the dog cemetery, the final resting place for canine companions of regimental officers and one of the few cemeteries dedicated to dog in the world. At the end of the tour, you can stay on and explore more of the castle on your own.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG Scotland

Listen as your guide shares the insider’s view and secrets of this ancient spot. Learn, for example, about the bloody battles and invasions that have taken place here over the centuries.

Your ticket to enter the Castle allows you to stay right through to closing time. Feel free to continue exploring the Castle at your own pace, once the tour is finished.

Duration: 45 minutes