Official Edinburgh Castle Website
Visit Edinburgh's famous castle for a great family day out, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site and home of the Honours of Scotland, Mons Meg and One o’Clock Gun.
Plan your visit - Edinburgh Castle
Ready to explore Edinburgh Castle? Find all you need to plan your visit right here, from ticket prices and opening times to details about different places to see around the castle.
Tickets - Edinburgh Castle
View Edinburgh Castle ticket prices and types, find out about free and discounted admission, and buy tickets online now.
What to See and Do - Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh Castle covers a lot of ground. Take a look at our orientation map to see where the main attractions are and decide what to visit first. You can also pick up a free copy of the map when you arrive at the castle.
Access Guide | Edinburgh Castle
Use this guide to help you plan your visit to the castle. Through pictures of staff, the castle spaces and facilities, it will make sure you know what to expect when you visit. Visual story for adults. Visual story for children
Itineraries, tours and audio guides | Edinburgh Castle
Castle guides will share stories from the most besieged place in Britain. Be entertained by tales of kings and queens past and discover the must-see spots around the castle. You will also be able to take in the spectacular views of Scotland’s capital along the way.
Castle of Light - Edinburgh Castle
Castle of Light returns for its fifth year at Edinburgh Castle! Discover the iconic site after-dark and enjoy unmissable immersive displays, interactive installations, music and wonder. See Edinburgh’s stories brought to life on the castle walls, meet Rex the loveable lion in the Great Hall, and grab a drink or snack from our café or street ...
Opening times - Edinburgh Castle
The castle is open daily except Christmas and Boxing Day. The castle is closed today (Monday 25 November) due to high winds. Pre-booked tickets will be automatically refunded.
Getting here - Edinburgh Castle
Find out how to get to the castle – whether by plane, train, bus, tram, car or bicycle.
History of the Castle
Edinburgh Castle is one of the oldest fortified places in Europe. With a long rich history as a royal residence, military garrison, prison and fortress, it is alive with many exciting tales.