Guided Tour to Edinburgh Castle - with an English Speaking Guide
What your day looks like
Going up the Royal Mile, we arrive at the esplanade of the castle from which we can admire a magnificent panorama of the city. We will then cross the outer walls of the Castle and see how, as Edinburgh gained importance in the history of Scotland, its castle grew larger and lived at the center of events that marked the United Kingdom. The most visited monument in Scotland was also the stage of its history. Its walls speak of Celts, Romans, Robert the Bruce and William Wallace, the Court of Maria Stuarda, the Honours of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny. In his museum,s we find evidence of life in the army and of the military activity of the United Kingdom. The fortress stands imposingly on the crater of an ancient volcano. City life began to develop around this volcano in 900 BC, approximately, and in 600 AD, the first fortress was built. The wood became stone, a shelter for kings and the main objective of the English. After the last Jacobite siege in 1745, the fortress abandoned its defensive functions to become a national symbol, which receives more than a million visitors every year. In this visit, we will see the main buildings of the castle. We will talk about the Honors of Scotland, the Stone of Destiny, legends, murders, wars, sieges, and prisoners of war, and the mysteries that are hidden among these ancient stones.
The experience, in brief
- Climb the Royal Mile to reach the castle esplanade
- Admire the magnificent panoramic views over Edinburgh
- Explore the outer walls of the historic fortress
- Discover stories of kings, wars, and legendary figures
- Learn about the Honours of Scotland and the Stone of Destiny
- Visit the main buildings of the castle complex
- Hear tales of sieges, prisoners, and hidden mysteries
- Experience the most iconic monument in Scotland
Your day, step by step
Edinburgh
Sightseeing at Edinburgh Castle.
Edinburgh
Hiking at Royal Mile.
What to know before booking
Included
Edinburgh Castle Ticket Professional Scotland Tour Guide Service. We are proud of the training and preparation of our guides Two hours of tour and free time following the guided tour to visit the castle freely
Not Included
Gratitues
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing/shoes Weather-appropriate clothing
Restrictions
We remind you that admission to the castle is not allowed with bags or backpacks with a capacity exceeding 30 liters The Scottish climate can be cold even in summer, with the possibility of rain at any time. We therefore recommend dressing with this in mind. By participating in our excursions in Scotland, there is always time for a walk in the woods or on the shores of a lake, or on a hill, so we suggest you wear comfortable and appropriate shoes. For more information, read our post on Climate in Scotland
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting Point - Loch Ness Discovery Centre Loch Ness Discovery Centre, 190 Old Fishmarket Cl, High St, Edinburgh EH1 1RW, UK
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Automatic