Edinburgh Castle
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Edinburgh Castle

Type: castle

A castle on the volcanic ridge of Castle Rock and one of the most important historic landmarks in Scotland. Within its walls are St Margaret's Chapel, the oldest surviving building in Edinburgh, the Scottish Crown Jewels, and military museums. The esplanade and the walls offer excellent views of the city, and every day except Sunday the tradition of the One O'Clock Gun is performed.

Tickets

Entry: Tickets from ~18.00 EUR
Indicative price — confirm the exact amount before booking.
Tickets can also be purchased on-site.

The ticket includes a visit to all major attractions within the castle, including the Scottish Crown Jewels and the Stone of Destiny. Online booking in advance is recommended to avoid waiting in line.

⛰️ Heads up: Hilly approach — the uphill section may add about 25 percent to the walking time to the attraction.

Parking nearby

Parking Edinburgh

garage/underground 🚶 3 min to the attraction (233m)

Address: 33 King's Stables Road, Edinburgh

NCP Edinburgh Castle Terrace

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 4 min to the attraction (276m)

Address: Castle Terrace, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 345 050 7080

YourParkingSpace (lokacija 3)

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 4 min to the attraction (277m)

Address: Spittal Street Lane, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 20 8629 1057

ParkBee APCOA - Spittal Street Lane, Edinburgh

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 4 min to the attraction (294m)

Address: Spittal Street, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Car Park Spittal Street Lane - Edinburgh | APCOA

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 5 min to the attraction (326m)

Address: Spittal Street Lane, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 345 301 1151

1 Grindlay St Ct Parking

garage/underground 🚶 5 min to the attraction (394m)

Address: 1 Grindlay Street Court, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 345 050 7080

Princes Exchange Car Park

Closed (opens at 09:00) garage/underground 🚶 7 min to the attraction (487m)

Address: 9/2 Riego Street, Edinburgh

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Tuesday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Wednesday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Thursday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Friday: 06:00–07:30, 09:30–22:00 Saturday: 08:00–22:00 Sunday: 09:00–20:00

Phone: +44 131 229 0622

Q-Park Capital Square

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 9 min to the attraction (650m)

Address: West Approach Road, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 113 238 4200

Q-Park Quartermile

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 10 min to the attraction (721m)

Address: Simpson Loan, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 113 238 4200

Parkplatz

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 10 min to the attraction (793m)

Address: Saint Andrew Square, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

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Beehive Inn

Closed (opens at 11:00)
⭐ 4.20 3291 reviews 218m

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bar €€

Address: 18-20 Grassmarket, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 7171

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 11:00–00:00 Tuesday: 11:00–00:00 Wednesday: 11:00–00:00 Thursday: 11:00–00:00 Friday: 11:00–01:00 Saturday: 10:00–01:00 Sunday: 11:00–00:00
Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar

Amber Restaurant & Whisky Bar

Closed (opens at 11:30)
⭐ 4.70 1581 reviews 251m

Rating and review counts are periodically refreshed. Last update: 31.05.2026

bar €€

Address: 354 Castlehill, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 477 8477

Opening hours: 11:30–22:00

Biddy Mulligans

Biddy Mulligans

Closed (opens at 08:00)
⭐ 4.20 3782 reviews 317m

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bar €€

Address: 94-96 Grassmarket, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 220 1246

Opening hours: 08:00–01:00

The Mussel and Steak Bar

The Mussel and Steak Bar

Closed (opens at 11:30)
⭐ 4.50 2184 reviews 361m

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Address: 110 West Bow, Grassmarket, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 5028

Opening hours: 11:30–15:00, 17:00–22:00

Mariachi Restaurant

Mariachi Restaurant

Closed (opens at 17:00)
⭐ 4.50 1793 reviews 370m

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bar €€

Address: 7 Victoria Street, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 623 0077

Opening hours: see details
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The Amber Rose Edinburgh

The Amber Rose Edinburgh

Closed (opens at 10:00)
⭐ 4.20 2245 reviews 412m

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bar €€

Address: 22, 26 Castle Street, Rose Street, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 226 1224

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 10:00–23:00 Tuesday: 10:00–00:00 Wednesday: 10:00–00:00 Thursday: 10:00–00:00 Friday: 10:00–01:00 Saturday: 10:00–01:00 Sunday: 10:00–00:00
The Auld Hundred

The Auld Hundred

Closed (opens at 11:00)
⭐ 4.50 2662 reviews 420m

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bar €€

Address: 100 Rose Street, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 1809

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 12:00–23:00 Tuesday: 12:00–11:00 Wednesday: 12:00–23:00 Thursday: 12:00–23:00 Friday: 11:00–01:00 Saturday: 11:00–01:00 Sunday: 11:00–23:00
Whiski Rooms

Whiski Rooms

Closed (opens at 10:00)
⭐ 4.50 2920 reviews 428m

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bar €€

Address: 4-7 North Bank Street, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 7224

Opening hours: 10:00–00:00

PizzaExpress

PizzaExpress

Closed (opens at 11:30)
⭐ 4.10 1972 reviews 460m

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Address: 1 Victoria Street, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 9669

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 11:30–21:00 Tuesday: 11:30–21:00 Wednesday: 11:30–21:00 Thursday: 11:30–21:00 Friday: 11:30–22:00 Saturday: 11:30–22:00 Sunday: 11:30–21:00
McDonald's

McDonald's

Open until 02:00
⭐ 3.70 6501 reviews 474m

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Address: 137, 138 Princes Street, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 226 3872

Opening hours: see details
Monday: 05:00–02:00 Tuesday: 05:00–02:00 Wednesday: 05:00–02:00 Thursday: 05:00–02:00 Friday: 05:00–03:00 Saturday: 05:00–03:00 Sunday: 05:00–02:00
The Standing Order - JD Wetherspoon

The Standing Order - JD Wetherspoon

Closed (opens at 08:00)
⭐ 4.20 12607 reviews 483m

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bar

Address: 62-66 George Street, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 131 225 4460

Opening hours: 08:00–01:00