Edinburgh Castle


Edinburgh Castle is famous worldwide as an icon of Scotland. Once the home of kings and queens it is now the country´s premier visitor attraction. It boasts a magnificent Great Hall, with an ornate ceiling and fine collection of weapons, plus sumptuous royal apartments. Within its walls are Scotland´s crown jewels and the Stone of Destiny. There is also the highly-rated Prisons of War experience as well as the chance to see Mons Meg, the 15th century siege cannon, and to witness the firing of the One O´clock Gun. The castle makes a fabulous day out for adults and children.

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Castlehill,
Edinburgh
EH1 2NG

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Information on Edinburgh Castle, Castlehill, Edinburgh

Opening Times: Apr to Oct 09:30-18:00, Nov to Mar 09:30-17:00.
Admission: Adult £9.50, Child £2.00, Concession £7.00.
Location: Edinburgh´s Royal Mile
Facilities: Guided Tours, Disabled Full, Sales Point, Shop, Cafe, Refreshments, Restaurant, Parking