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Portals of History: Guided Walking Tour of Edinburgh Castle with Exclusive, Skip-The-Line Entry

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    1 Hour 30 Minutes

  • Start time

    1:30pm

  • Meeting Point

    Make your way to Caffè Nero, located at 192, High street, EH1 1RF 

    Landmark: Royal Mile, beside the Adam Smith statue

  • Ending Point

    At the Castle Complex.

Key Highlights

  • Explore Edinburgh’s number one attraction with an exclusive skip-the-line entry
  • Traverse the magnificent castle with our knowledgeable guide
  • Learn all about its incredible 3000-year history, from being a royal residence to a military stronghold
  • Get a taste of World War II’s tragic yesteryears as you hear the famous One O'Clock Gun
  • Trail some of the best highlights including Mons Meg, Crown Jewels, and more
  • Both printed and smartphone vouchers accepted!

Overview

Explore Edinburgh’s most visited attraction - the magnificent Edinburgh Castle - with this immersive walking tour that includes an exclusive, skip-the-line entry. 

With a history of around 3000 years, the historic castle and fortress has been integral to Scottish history. From being King Malcolm Canmore’s royal residence to being a military stronghold for the Scottish Kingdom and its involvement in the Wars of Scottish independence, the Castle is engulfed in a tumultuous yet intriguing past. While regaling you with all the stories of Edinburgh’s numero uno attraction, we will take you on a trail through the breathtaking artefacts and sites in the castle including the famous One O'Clock Gun from World War II, the giant 15th-century Mons Meg siege gun and the stunning Crown Jewels. 

Once you have relished a comprehensive journey through Edinburgh Castle, you can take your time to explore it at your own pace, deep diving further into its bewitching yesteryears.  

About the Supplier: Offering a range of walking tours on a daily basis in Edinburgh, Little Fish Tours is a small, locally founded company which works with only the best tour guides in order to help visitors experience the city in an informative yet entertaining way. 

Inclusions

  • Services of English speaking Guide (Language barrier? What’s that?) 
  • Exclusive Skip-The-Line Entry to Edinburgh Castle (Get the VIP treatment!)

Exclusions

  • Gratuities (If you are still feeling generous though, go right ahead!)

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