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There is so much for families to see at this iconic you will be spoilt for choice! Visit The Great Hall, The Royal Palace and even take a look at the magnificent Crown Jewels. Experience the roar of the One o’clock Gun and discover the Prisons of War. Inside the castle there is The National War Museum, which has 400 years of Scottish history waiting to be discovered.

Somewhere To Eat?

You have the choice of visiting the tearoom or a cafe both serving light meals, snacks and refreshments.

Are There Toilets?

There are toilets

Want To Treat Yourself?

There are three shops to buy some treats including the Crown Gift Shop, Portcullis Gift Shop and Whiskey & Finest Food Shop.

Where Shall I Park?

There's no parking at the castle the nearest parking is at Castle Terrace and Johnston Terrace.

Features

  • Indoor
  • Disabled Access
  • Open All Year

Category

Museums

Museums

Suitable For

toddler

toddler

3-5

3-5

6-9

6-9

10+

10+

Claire’s Tip

Claire's Tips
"Get your tickets online to beat the queues!"

Opening Times

Summer (1 Apr-30 Sept): 09:30-18:00 Winter (1 Oct-31 Mar): 09:30-17:00

Price Information

  • Adult (16-59) : £17.50
  • Children (5-15) : £10.50
  • Senior (60+) : £14

Facilities

CafesGift shopsToilets

How To Get There

Directions

The Castle is easily found, follow the signs for the City Centre. By Bus From the Airport get Airlink 100

Static google map of Edinburgh Castle

Tips

A great day out during term time (visited from else where with different holidays) so was quite quiet! Staff were extremely friendly and always willing to help! Visited with a 2 and a half year old, luckily she wanted to walk everywhere as access with a pushchair was hard work due to the nature of the site.
Great exhibits and elements of history! I did feel that £16 per adult was a little expensive for the return especially when 2 drinks and 2 small pieces of cake cost £10 in the cafe!