---
title: Edinburgh Castle Tour
lang: en
type: tour_collection
city: Edinburgh
country: United Kingdom
tours: 13
price_from_eur: 46
reviews_total: 22333
as_of: 2026-10-01
canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/edinburgh-castle-tours/
---

# Edinburgh Castle Tour

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## All 13 tours, ranked by Guidekin score

| # | Tour | Collections | Price | Rating | Duration | Runs | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-full-day-tour-with-edinburgh-castle-included/?format=md) |  | €114 per person | 4.95 (874) | 5h | daily 10:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 2 | [Edinburgh Castle 120-Minute In-Depth Experience with Expert Guide](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-120-minute-in-depth-experience-with-expert-guide/?format=md) |  | €55 per person | 4.96 (406) | 2h | daily 10:30–13:00 | up to 25 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 3 | [Edinburgh Castle Tickets and Tour - Local Expert Guide In a Kilt](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-tickets-and-tour-local-expert-guide-in-a-kilt/?format=md) |  | €46 per person | 4.94 (665) | 1h 30m | daily 11:30–15:30 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 4 | [Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-and-royal-mile-walking-tour-ticket-included/?format=md) | Walking Tours | €63 per person | 4.92 (2702) | 2h 15m | daily 10:00–14:00 | up to 8 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 5 | [Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Entry Tickets Included](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-entry-tickets-included/?format=md) | Walking Tours | €46 per person | 4.89 (5870) | 1h 30m | daily 10:00–14:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es |
| 6 | [Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour Tickets Included](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-guided-tour-tickets-included/?format=md) |  | €46 per person | 4.89 (2239) | 1h 30m | daily 10:00–14:00 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 7 | [The Royal Tour: Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and Royal Mile](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/the-royal-tour-edinburgh-castle-holyrood-palace-and-royal-mile/?format=md) | Walking Tours | €114 per person | 4.89 (119) | 5h | daily 10:00 | up to 6 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 8 | [Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour & Holyrood Palace Ticket](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-holyrood-palace-ticket/?format=md) | Walking Tours | €101 per person | 4.85 (149) | 3h | daily 10:00 | up to 30 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 9 | [Edinburgh Castle & Old Town Small Group Guided Tour](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-old-town-small-group-guided-tour/?format=md) | Walking Tours | €81 per person | 4.85 (39) | 3h | daily 10:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 10 | [Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle - Small Group Walking Tour](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/royal-mile-and-edinburgh-castle-small-group-walking-tour/?format=md) | Walking Tours | €62 per person | 4.81 (1887) | 2h 15m | daily 09:30–14:00 | up to 6 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |
| 11 | [Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-guided-walking-tour-with-entry-ticket/?format=md) | Walking Tours | €49 per person | 4.81 (6838) | 1h 30m | daily 10:00–13:30 | up to 10 per booking · free cancel · instant · en/es/fr/de/it |
| 12 | [Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Guided Tour + Entry Ticket](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-and-royal-mile-guided-tour-entry-ticket/?format=md) | Walking Tours | €49 per person | 4.51 (75) | 1h 30m | daily 10:00–13:30 | up to 15 per booking · instant · en |
| 13 | [Harry Potter Tour and Edinburgh Castle Visit](https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/harry-potter-tour-and-edinburgh-castle-visit/?format=md) | Harry Potter Tours | €88 per person | 4.69 (470) | 4h | daily 09:30–12:00 | up to 15 per booking · free cancel · instant · en |

## Why each made the list

- **Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included** — Old Town and New Town share this walking route with Edinburgh Castle and Scottish National Gallery highlights. Castle admission, guided visits and entry to either Gladstone’s Land or The Georgian House are included; lunch is extra, and the walk covers hills. 4.95 from 874 reviews at €114 per person for 5h.
- **Edinburgh Castle 120-Minute In-Depth Experience with Expert Guide** — Explore Edinburgh Castle's cobbled paths, Hospital Square and Western Panorama with a guide. Castle entry and a map are included; this outdoor experience requires moderate fitness and starts on the Royal Mile, away from the castle. 4.96 from 406 reviews at €55 per person for 2h.
- **Edinburgh Castle Tickets and Tour - Local Expert Guide In a Kilt** — A kilted guide tells stories of kings, queens and battles inside Edinburgh Castle, followed by time to explore independently. Castle admission and live commentary are included; transport to the meeting point is your responsibility. 4.94 from 665 reviews at €46 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included** — Combine the Royal Mile and Old Town with a guided walk around Edinburgh Castle's outdoor areas. Castle entry is included, with time to explore the buildings independently afterwards; steps and steep paths require moderate fitness. 4.92 from 2702 reviews at €63 per person for 2h 15m.
- **Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Entry Tickets Included** — Pre-collected entry tickets are included in this guided walk through Edinburgh Castle's past and grounds. Meet on High Street rather than at the castle; much of the visit is outdoors, and the walk requires moderate fitness. 4.89 from 5870 reviews at €46 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Edinburgh Castle Guided Tour Tickets Included** — Explore Edinburgh Castle through stories of battles, royalty and rebels, with views across the city and surrounding countryside. Castle admission and guiding are included; the walking tour requires moderate fitness. 4.89 from 2239 reviews at €46 per person for 1h 30m.
- **The Royal Tour: Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and Royal Mile** — Link Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace with a guided walk along the Royal Mile. Both entrance tickets and a Holyrood audioguide are included; moderate fitness is required, and the activity is not recommended for people with mobility issues. 4.89 from 119 reviews at €114 per person for 5h.
- **Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour & Holyrood Palace Ticket** — Pair a guided walk through Edinburgh Castle with a later visit to the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Both entrance tickets are included, but the palace visit uses an audio guide and requires returning to the meeting point for an escort. 4.85 from 149 reviews at €101 per person for 3h.
- **Edinburgh Castle & Old Town Small Group Guided Tour** — Walk the Royal Mile and Old Town's closes before visiting Edinburgh Castle, with a map supplied along the way. A guide and castle admission are included; moderate fitness is required and the walk is not recommended for people with limited mobility. 4.85 from 39 reviews at €81 per person for 3h.
- **Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle - Small Group Walking Tour** — Combine the Royal Mile and Edinburgh Castle with storytelling and selected Edinburgh sounds played through audio devices. Castle tickets, guiding and a take-home playlist are included; children under five cannot join. 4.81 from 1887 reviews at €62 per person for 2h 15m.
- **Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket** — Start on the Royal Mile and explore Edinburgh Castle's grounds on a guided walk within its walls. Castle admission is included, but the guided section stays outdoors even in poor weather; buildings can be explored independently afterwards. 4.81 from 6838 reviews at €49 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Guided Tour + Entry Ticket** — Start at Advocates Close and explore Edinburgh Castle’s grounds, including Mons Meg and the Royal Palace exterior. Castle entry and a downloadable city audio tour are included; the guided portion is outdoors only, with interiors left for independent exploration. 4.51 from 75 reviews at €49 per person for 1h 30m.
- **Harry Potter Tour and Edinburgh Castle Visit** — Pair a wizarding-themed walk through the Old Town with an Edinburgh Castle visit, starting at Tron Kirk and passing Waverley Station and Edinburgh University Old College. The guided walk and castle tickets are included; hotel pickup is excluded. 4.69 from 470 reviews at €88 per person for 4h.

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## FAQ

**How many edinburgh castle tours in Edinburgh are available on Guidekin?**

13 edinburgh castle tours are available for booking in Edinburgh on Guidekin. The top-rated is Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included with 4.95/5 from 874 reviews.

**How much do edinburgh castle tours in Edinburgh cost?**

Prices range from €46 to €114 per person. The most affordable option is Edinburgh Castle Guided Walking Tour - Entry Tickets Included at €46. The premium choice is The Royal Tour: Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and Royal Mile at €114.

**What are the best edinburgh castle tours in Edinburgh?**

Based on 22333 traveler reviews across 13 tours, Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included leads our rating, weighted by review volume: 4.95/5 (874 reviews).

**How long do edinburgh castle tours in Edinburgh last?**

Duration ranges from 1h 30m to 5h. The shortest is Edinburgh Castle: Guided Walking Tour with Entry Ticket at 1h 30m. The longest is The Royal Tour: Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace and Royal Mile at 5h.

**How do I book edinburgh castle tours in Edinburgh on Guidekin?**

Browse 13 available tours above, select your preferred date and group size, and start booking on Guidekin; checkout completes with our booking partner. Most tours confirm instantly, with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

**What is the cancellation policy?**

Most edinburgh castle tours offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Check the cancellation policy on each tour page for exact terms.


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| Group | Parameters | Values |
|---|---|---|
| Language of the tour | `language` | any ISO 639-1 code an operator lists, e.g. en, es, fr, de, it, pt, ru, uk, tr, hi. Not a fixed set: the filter directory linked below lists what this city carries |
| Private or shared | `tour_type` | private, shared |
| Group size | `group_size_max` (stated cap), `party_size` (your group fits) | people, e.g. 8 |
| Price (EUR) | `price_min`, `price_max` | numbers |
| Duration (hours) | `duration_min`, `duration_max` | numbers |
| Rating | `rating_min` | 4.5, 4.8, 4.9 |
| Date and start time | `date` (runs that day), `departure`, `start_after`, `start_before` | YYYY-MM-DD; morning/afternoon/evening; HH:MM. `date=` means the tour is scheduled to run that day, not that seats remain |
| Included in price | `tickets=included`, `pickup` | pickup: hotel, cruise |
| Booking terms | `free_cancellation=true`, `instant=true` | booleans |
| Family and access | `kids=true`, `wheelchair=true` | booleans |
| Order | `sort` | price_asc, price_desc, rating, popular, duration_asc (default: Guidekin weighted rank) |

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- Private, fits 6 people, with hotel pickup: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/edinburgh-castle-tours/?tour_type=private&party_size=6&pickup=hotel
- Runs on a date, morning start: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/edinburgh-castle-tours/?date=2026-10-15&departure=morning

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