--- title: Edinburgh Castle Tickets and Tour - Local Expert Guide In a Kilt lang: en type: tour city: Edinburgh country: United Kingdom price: 46 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.94 reviews: 665 duration_minutes: 90 languages: [en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 3 of 13 (Edinburgh Castle Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-01 data_updated: 2026-10-01 canonical: https://guidekin.com/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-tickets-and-tour-local-expert-guide-in-a-kilt/ --- # Edinburgh Castle Tickets and Tour - Local Expert Guide In a Kilt **Guidekin's take:** 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. ## Overview Join the only Edinburgh Castle guided walking tour that guarantees a local guide wearing a Scottish kilt! Explore Scotland’s most famous fortress with a local expert, proudly dressed in a traditional kilt for an authentic experience. What to Expect: A truly Scottish experience – Your kilted guide will share dramatic stories of kings, queens, and epic battles. Discover Edinburgh Castle’s secrets – See the Crown Jewels, St. Margaret’s Chapel, and stunning views of the city from the top of Castle Rock. Engaging storytelling – Learn about the castle’s past through history, legends and local insight. Skip the confusion – Navigate the key sites with an expert local guide. Why Choose This Tour? The ONLY tour that guarantees a local guide—don’t settle for less! A fully immersive experience for history lovers and first-time guests – History comes to life with a guide in authentic Scottish dress, sharing real Scottish stories. Book now to walk through history with a true Scotsman! ## Before you book - Meeting point: The tour begins at the statue of Walter… - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - 4 start times: between 11:30 and 15:30 - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Children from €38: ages 7 to 15 ## Key facts - Price: from €46 per person - Duration: 1h 30m - Rating: 4.94/5 from 665 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: True Scotsman Tours ## What's included - Admission/Entrance Ticket - Free time to continue exploring Edinburgh Castle independently after the guided tour ends - Professional Guide - Live historical storytelling and commentary ## Not included - Gratuities - Transportation to the meeting point - Personal expenses and souvenirs ## Itinerary 1. **Edinburgh Castle** (1h 30m; admission included) - Your professional guide will have your entrance tickets and guide you inside Edinburgh Castle. Inside the castle your guide will tell tales of royalty, bloody battles, epic sieges and much more. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 11:30, 13:30, 14:00, 15:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-01 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point The tour begins at the statue of Walter Francis, it is in the courtyard in front of St Giles' Cathedral. Your guide will have a red and white umbrella with Castle Tour written on it. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJzSacsprHh0gR0seQkaAGvFI ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Edinburgh Castle Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #3 of 13** | €46 | 1h 30m | 4.94 (665) | shared | | [Edinburgh Full-Day Tour with Edinburgh Castle included](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-full-day-tour-with-edinburgh-castle-included/?format=md) | €114 | 5h | 4.95 (874) | shared | | [Edinburgh Castle 120-Minute In-Depth Experience with Expert Guide](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-120-minute-in-depth-experience-with-expert-guide/?format=md) | €55 | 2h | 4.96 (406) | shared | | [Edinburgh Castle and Royal Mile Walking Tour - Ticket Included](/uk/edinburgh/tours/edinburgh-castle-and-royal-mile-walking-tour-ticket-included/?format=md) | €63 | 2h 15m | 4.92 (2702) | shared | Ranked #3 of 13 in Edinburgh Castle Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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