Essentials
Everything you need to know before you go. Click on each section heading for more details. If you require further assistance when you arrive, look for Visitor Information which will be clearly signposted inside the castle. Our friendly staff will be on hand to help you.
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Opening hours
Last ticket sold 45 minutes before closing. The opening hours for independent museums may vary. To check opening hours, please telephone 0131 225 9846.
Exceptions
Closed 25 and 26 December. On 1st January, the castle is open from 11am to 5pm (last entry at 4:15pm)Edinburgh Military Tattoo in August
During the annual Edinburgh Military Tattoo, opening times subject to change. Check website for details closer to the time.
Ticket prices
Peak (June- September 2010)
Adult: £14.00
(aged 16 to 59)
Child: £7.50
(aged 5 to 15)
Concession: £11.20
(aged 60 and over, unemployed)
Child under 5: FREE
View full ticket details and prices
Note: members of Historic Scotland get free entry & 20% discount in our shops.
Useful information
New Grandstand Project
Works are being carried out on behalf of the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo Ltd in preparation for the completion of the new grandstands in 2011.
Find out more about the project.
New Grandstand Project [pdf, 374kb] Earl Haig Memorial [pdf, 169kb] The Scottish Horse Memorial [pdf, 195kb] Spur of the Moment [pdf, 3.7mb]
Scottish National War Memorial
All visitors wishing to visit the Scottish National War Memorial only should go directly to the Visitor Information reception, next to the Ticket Office, where we will be delighted to facilitate their visit.
