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Edinburgh Castle Without the Crowds Exclusive Pre Opening Tour

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Starts
The Scotch Whisky Experience
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Delve further into the best offerings of Scotland with this Edinburgh Castle Without the Crowds Exclusive Pre Opening Tour. Let this walking tour serve as your gateway to an unforgettable time in Edinburgh, offering convenience, safety, and smooth transitions.

The itinerary includes stops at popular attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, and Palace of Holyroodhouse.

The activity is offered in 1 language: English, welcoming English speakers of all levels.

The starting point for this walking tour is located in Edinburgh. The exact address is 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE, UK. The endpoint of the tour is located at Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, UK.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Make your time in Edinburgh special by booking this walking tour. Select a date and complete your reservation before it gets fully booked!

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Included

Self-guided audio tour of Holyrood Palace (if option selected)
Pre-opening access ticket to Edinburgh Castle
Local English-speaking guide

Destinations

Photo of beautiful view of the old town city of Edinburgh from Calton Hill, United Kingdom.Edinburgh

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Attractions

Scenic view of Edinburgh Castle and Ross Fountain, Scotland travel photo. Edinburgh Castle is historic center of the city and most popular tourist attraction.Edinburgh Castle
Landmark of Edinburgh - Holyrood Palace,Scotland,UK, EuropeHolyrood Palace
The Royal Mile, Old Town, City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomThe Royal Mile

Options

VIP Early Access Castle Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes: Enjoy exclusive early access to Edinburgh Castle with a private guide so you can explore its iconic sight without crowds.
Full Day Tour with VIP Castle
Duration: 4 hours: Tour Edinburgh Castle before it opens to the public, stroll down the Royal Mile, and visit Holyrood Palace—all in one day!

Good to know

Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
This tour is in English.
This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.
The castle is reached across the esplanade – a wide area of smooth tarmac, with an uphill gradient of 5 degrees.
Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers.
Walks and Devour comply with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up to date information.

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