Palace of Holyroodhouse
Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Type: palace

The official Scottish residence of the British monarch, located at the end of the Royal Mile. The palace houses richly decorated historic rooms, royal apartments, and stories connected to Mary Queen of Scots. Adjacent to the palace are the ruins of Holyrood Abbey dating from the 12th century, which create a striking contrast between an active royal residence and medieval history.

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 an audio guide and access to all state rooms and historic apartments. Online booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak season.

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

Parking nearby

Holyrood Car Park

garage/underground 🚶 4 min to the attraction (243m)

Address: XR2J+F5, Edinburgh

Dynamic Earth

Closed (opens at 10:00) garage/underground 🚶 4 min to the attraction (260m)

Address: Holyrood Road, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Mon-Fri: 10:00–15:00, Weekend: 10:00–17:00

Phone: +44 131 550 7800

Dynamic Earth Car Park

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 4 min to the attraction (300m)

Address: 112-115 Holyrood Gait, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 131 550 7800

Car Park Edinburgh Waverley Station| APCOA

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 9 min to the attraction (663m)

Address: New Street, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

Phone: +44 345 222 4224

New St Car Park Entrance

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 9 min to the attraction (667m)

Address: New Street, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

New Street Car Park

garage/underground 🚶 9 min to the attraction (675m)

Address: 1 New Street, Edinburgh

Phone: +44 345 222 4224

NCP Edinburgh Holyrood Rd

Open 24 hours garage/underground 🚶 9 min to the attraction (686m)

Address: 2 Viewcraig Gardens, Edinburgh

Opening hours: Open 24 hours

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Phone: +44 131 241 4213

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