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Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour with Expert Local Guide

By Sandemans Tours
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is €28 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

Discover the stories behind Scotland's most iconic fortress on this 90-minute guided walking tour.

Meet your expert local guide in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town before taking a short walk up to the castle.

Edinburgh Castle dominates one of the world's most dramatic national histories. Perched atop an extinct volcano and visible from across the city, it has served as a royal residence, military fortress, prison, and symbol of Scottish identity for centuries.

This tour combines expert local storytelling with the freedom and flexibility of purchasing your own castle admission. Rather than paying a bundled ticket price, guests can choose the castle ticket that works best for them, use any eligible discounts, and enjoy complete transparency over admission costs.

Led by SANDEMANs' expert guides, you'll uncover the stories hidden behind the fortress walls, from legendary monarchs and famous battles to the castle's lesser-known secrets and spectacular viewpoints overlooking Edinburgh.

Activity location

  • Royal Mile
    • Royal Mile,
    • EH1 2PB, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Gladstone's Land (National Trust for Scotland)
    • 477B Lawnmarket
    • EH1 2NT, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Tour with English guide

  • Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes1h 30m
    1h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 14:30
Price details
€28.00 x 1 Adult€28.00
Total
Price is €28.00
Until Wed, 1 Jul

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Expert local English-speaking guide
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Edinburgh Castle admission ticket
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Food and drinks

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Edinburgh Castle admission is NOT included in the tour price. All guests must purchase a valid Edinburgh Castle entry ticket separately before joining the tour.
  • Edinburgh Castle tickets are subject to availability and we strongly recommend purchasing them in advance. Edinburgh Castle closes at 5:00 PM. Castle tickets are valid only on the date selected.
  • Children aged 4 and under may join the guided tour free of charge. Proof of age may be requested.
  • Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Due to steep hills, uneven surfaces, and historic pathways, this tour is not suitable for wheelchairs, pushchairs, or guests unable to walk unassisted.
  • No bags or backpacks larger than 30 litres are permitted inside Edinburgh Castle.
  • Near public transport.
  • Tour itinerary and content may vary at the guide's discretion to provide the best experience for the group.
  • The independent guides who employ us to market their tours have your best interests in mind; while the tour usually includes the sites & stories mentioned and lasts about 1.5 hours, your tour may vary depending on what your guide thinks is best for your group
  • We unfortunately do not advise guests in wheelchairs to join the Castle Tour, due to the narrow stairways and steep hills. We apologise for any inconvenience or disappointment caused.
  • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
  • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

Activity itinerary

Royal Mile

  • 15m
Meet your guide on the historic Royal Mile and enjoy a short introduction to Edinburgh's Old Town before making your way towards the castle.

Edinburgh Castle

  • 45m
  • Admission ticket not included
Explore Scotland's most famous fortress while hearing stories of royalty, warfare, prisoners, politics, and legends that shaped the nation.

St. Margaret's Chapel

  • 15m
Visit the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh and discover the remarkable storey behind this medieval chapel.

National War Museum of Scotland

  • 15m
Learn about Scotland's military history and the people who served throughout the centuries.

Location

Activity location

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    Royal Mile
    • Royal Mile,
    • EH1 2PB, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Gladstone's Land (National Trust for Scotland)
    • 477B Lawnmarket
    • EH1 2NT, Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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