Tours, guides and itineraries
There’s a new story to discover around every corner at Edinburgh Castle.
To make sure you don’t miss any, we offer some great ways to explore this Scottish icon, including some suggested itineraries you can follow if you prefer to explore at your own pace.
Itineraries
Stories fill every nook and cranny of this Scottish icon. Hear its extraordinary history come alive in the words of those who know it best. Your ticket includes this optional guided tour of Edinburgh Castle.
Tours set off every hour or 30 minutes in summer and every hour in winter, depending on the availability of guides. Tour duration is 30 minutes.
| Season | First tour | Last tour begins |
| April - September | 9.45am | 4.25pm |
| October - March | 10am | 3.10pm |
There’s so much to see at the castle, and our knowledgeable and experienced guides can steer you towards the best bits. They will be happy to share their favourite stories and answer your questions too.
Join a tour
Go to the meeting point, which is through the Portcullis Gate, past the audio booth and by the clock on the right.
Take an audio tour to learn about the castle and the people and events that stand out most in its fascinating past. You can hire an audio guide in one of a range of languages from the audio booth for a small charge.
Audio guides are available in English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Mandarin, Russian and Spanish.
| Ticket type | Audio guide price |
| Adult | £3.50 |
| Concession | £2.50 |
| Child | £1.50 |
20% discount
for Historic Scotland members and Explorer Pass holders. Audio guides are subject to availability.