Palace of Holyroodhouse address & how to get there

Holyrood Palace is located at the end of Edinburgh’s Royal Mile at Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, beside Holyrood Park and the Scottish Parliament.

The easiest route is usually from Edinburgh Waverley Station. From there, it’s a straightforward 15-minute walk down the Royal Mile to the palace entrance.

Edinburgh Waverley Station is the nearest major railway station and is within walking distance of the palace.

Yes, several Lothian Bus routes stop close to the palace. Bus 26 is one of the most commonly used routes for visitors heading toward Holyrood.

There’s limited parking directly nearby, but several public parking facilities operate within walking distance, including Broad Pavement and Abbeyhill car parks.

For most visitors arriving into Edinburgh, the train to Edinburgh Waverley followed by a short walk is typically the quickest and simplest option.

Yes, much of the palace complex and surrounding approach routes are accessible. Public buses and Edinburgh Waverley Station also provide accessible facilities for visitors with mobility needs.