Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour & Royal Mile Walk

Walk the Royal Mile with a live guide and explore Edinburgh Castle. The guided castle visit covers outdoor areas only; afterward, explore the roofed buildings and museums on your own.

Itinerary

1. Meet at Tours Meeting Point - Blue Umbrella, 180 High St, Edinburgh EH1 1QS. Departure times are 10:00, 13:00, 14:00, and 12:00.
2. Walk past the Royal Mile, Mercat Cross, St Giles' Cathedral, West Parliament Square, and the Heart of Midlothian Mosaic.
3. Pass Makars' Court and the Writers' Museum.
4. Continue past Victoria Street, Grassmarket, and the Castle Esplanade.
5. Explore Edinburgh Castle on a 1-hour guided visit with admission included.
6. Finish at Edinburgh Castle at 12:15, 15:15, 16:15, or 14:15, corresponding to the departure times above.

What's Included

• English-speaking tour guide
• Edinburgh Castle admission

Important details

• All ages are welcome. Adult tickets apply from age 16.
• Requires considerable walking, including 3 sets of steps and 2 steep paths.
• This activity is not wheelchair-accessible.
• This activity is not recommended for people with back problems or heart disease.
• Pets are not permitted.
• Additional fees apply and are not included in the listed price; the source does not specify an amount.
• Do not bring suitcases or large rucksacks into Edinburgh Castle.
• The tour runs rain or shine.