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Address: Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NG, UK
There is only one main entrance to Edinburgh Castle, which is located at the bottom of the Royal Mile. Visitors can access the castle over a wooden-slatted bridge.
However, there are a number of other entrances to the castle that are used for specific purposes, such as:
Visitors are not permitted to use these entrances unless they have a specific reason to do so, such as attending a military event or visiting the castle grounds.
Budget: Hub by Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Rose Street), Ibis Edinburgh Centre South Bridge, Cityroomz Edinburgh
Mid-range: Premier Inn Edinburgh City Centre (Princes Street), Old Waverley Hotel, Best Western Kings Manor Hotel
Luxury: The Witchery by the Castle, The Balmoral Hotel, Waldorf Astoria Edinburgh - The Caledonian
Ticket prices vary depending on age and group size, but start at £18 for adults and £9 for children.
Tickets can be booked online on the Edinburgh Castle website
Booking tickets online in advance guarantees your entry and saves you time queuing.
Edinburgh Castle tickets include entry to the castle grounds, the Crown Jewels of Scotland, the National War Museum of Scotland, and all other exhibits and attractions.
Discounts are available for children, seniors, students, groups, and members of the Historic Environment Scotland.
Yes, skip-the-line tickets are available for purchase online at an additional cost.
Tickets can be cancelled up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Most visitors spend around 2-3 hours exploring Edinburgh Castle. However, you can spend longer or shorter depending on your interests.
Edinburgh Castle is open from 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from Monday to Saturday and from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Sunday.