Visiting Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle

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Edinburgh Castle is a world famous icon of Scotland and part of the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh’s World Heritage Site. It was recently voted top UK …

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Apr 3, 2025
A must go place if you're visiting Edinburgh. The ticket price may seem pricey to some (£21 at end of March as still winter term) but it's completely worth it. The castle itself is so beautiful and s…Full review by C534LKshannonf
Apr 2, 2025
Visited on a beautiful day. Spent 3 hours here. Keeps you fit as either all uphill or down. Audio guide was extra to ticket but good. Went when opened and was really busy even for a Tuesday. Would re…Full review by Linda D
Apr 2, 2025
This castle is gothic and beautiful! It’s situated on top of a hill that overlooks the entire city of Edinburgh! Would strongly recommend taking a guided tour as there is so much to learn. We did a 9…Full review by Ambassador553564
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Edinburgh Castle, presiding over Edinburgh since the 12th century, is the second most visited attraction in the United Kingdom, after …
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Perched at the craggy edge of Castle Rock, the world-renowned Edinburgh Castle, with its brooding grey fortification, was once the milita…
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Edinburgh Castle is a fortress which dominates the skyline of the city of Edinburgh, Scotland, from its position atop the volcanic Castle Roc…
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When buying castle tour and afternoon tea at 1400 what times should I book the castle entry?
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We spent about 90 mins walking round the castle and visiting all the rooms/exhibitions etc. So I guess it does depend how long you want to wander, but I'd give yourself at least 90 mins …
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We spent about 90 mins walking round the castle and visiting all the rooms/exhibitions etc. So I guess it does depend how long you want to wander, but I'd give yourself at least 90 mins so maybe 12:30? There's a shop to have a nosey in if you did finish the castle earlier than your afternoon tea was booked!
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The cafe nearby offers really good snacks
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The climb is not one that cannot be overcome. The views from the castle are well worth the exertion
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Make sure not to miss the prison and jail!
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The GBP 3 audio tour is totally worth it
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Edinburgh Castle is popular not only for its pivotal role in Scottish history, but also because of the spectacular views from its battlements
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Wrap up warmly if visiting in the winter months
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Don't miss out the 1 o' Clock gun fire
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If you want to save time, consider purchasing a Skip the Line
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There is a mobility vehicle and a number of wheelchairs—although
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You'll need at least three hours to see everything it has to offer
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Edinburgh Castle Entrance Ticket, so you can spend more time touring the castle instead of waiting in the long lines
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It is also home to the one o'clock gun, which is fired six days a week at precisely 1 pm
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You can find out the best food and drinks of dobrumba in pestbudapest
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No visit to edinburgh is complete without a visit to edinburgh castle
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Guests can tour the great hall and the royal palace
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Tourists can take part in various guided tours and events
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Find out whether the edinburgh castle has halal food and prayer places
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Some suggested springing for an audio guide or tour
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Today it is one of scotland's most atmospheric and popular tourist attractions
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