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Tickets Overview

  • Little kids and adults alike will love seeing the King's official residence in Scotland

  • If you hate set schedules, this gives you flexible entry, without a fixed itinerary

  • History buffs can boost their factual intake with an audio guide in English and 8 other languages

  • Booking online in advance is cheaper than paying on the day!

Getting Palace of Holyroodhouse tickets is easier than performing a curtsey. Book in advance and save time on your holiday. There are options to buy day tickets, and you can also combine your ticket with another sweet Edinburgh option.

Palace of Holyroodhouse tickets include:

  • Admission to the State Apartments, Mary Queen of Scots' historic chambers and the 12th-century ruins of Holyrood Abbey

  • Access to the Palace's public garden

  • The chance to learn about Mary, Queen of Scots, Bonnie Prince Charlie and more

  • Free multimedia guide for a special insight

  • Options to upgrade with an official souvenir guidebook

  • Options to combine your ticket with other Edinburgh favorites

  • Children aged 0-5 can enter for free; please bring valid proof of age

  • Opening hours vary: see up-to-date schedule

  • Holyrood Abbey is currently closed to visitors until further notice

  • No eating, drinking, or smoking is allowed inside the museum

  • No parking at any time within the grounds of The Palace

  • Discover more of Edinburgh when you buy a combo ticket that includes a City Audio Guide App

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Chiara,  Italy Italy
05 Apr 2024
Excellent
Lovely palace full of history. Thinking about the queen there dealing with political life until few time ago is blessing. You should visit it while in Edinburgh
Palace of Holyroodhouse
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Jane ,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
20 Dec 2023
Excellent
Easy to use, good value, never been to Edinburgh before and was surprised how many hills and steps there are so the hop on hop off bus was a great choice!
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Luke ,  United Kingdom United Kingdom
20 Feb 2024
Excellent
Great tour package, jumping on and off the bus allowed for us to see more of Edinburgh. Recommend for all
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About: Palace of Holyroodhouse

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The Palace of Holyroodhouse, at the bottom of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, is the King's official residence when he's in Scotland. Visitors can explore the 14 state rooms in this 16th-century palace, still used during royal ceremonies!

The King’s Gallery
Friday 09:30 - 18:00
Saturday 09:30 - 18:00
Sunday 09:30 - 18:00
Monday 09:30 - 18:00
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday Closed
Thursday 09:30 - 18:00
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Canongate, EH8 8DX, Edinburgh
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