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Edinburgh Castle Secrets: Early Access

Enjoy exclusive early access to Edinburgh Castle with a private guide so you can explore its iconic sights and hidden corners before the crowds arrive.

Beat the crowds and enjoy private early access to Edinburgh Castle on this once-in-a-lifetime tour. With your expert guide, you'll have plenty of space to explore the castle’s highlights—including the Crown Jewels, St. Margaret’s Chapel, and the Great Hall—as well as areas typically off-limits to guiding. This unique experience allows you to soak in the history and panoramic views of Scotland’s capital in rare tranquility.

Experience Includes

  • Early access ticket to Edinburgh Castle
  • Local English-speaking guide
    • BOOK WITH CONFIDENCE - flexibility to cancel your tickets with a full refund*

    Experience Excludes

  • Hotel Pick-Up / Drop-Off
    • Gratuities

    Departure location

    The Scotch Whisky Experience, Castlehill, Edinburgh, UK

    Duration

    1.5 hours

    Terms & Conditions

  • The 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.
  • Please note that the tour meeting time is 15 minutes prior to the start time. No refunds or re-bookings can be provided for late arrivals or no shows after tour commencement or departure.
  • The castle is reached across the esplanade – a wide area of smooth tarmac, with an uphill gradient of 5 degrees.
  • Suitcases and large rucksacks (30L or over) are not permitted in the castle.
  • Unable to store luggage, prams, pushchairs or other personal items for visitors.
  • Bag searches at the castle entrance as part of our security screening process.
  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.
  • *Cancellation Policy: Free cancellation up to 3 calendar days before departure.
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