In the guided walk around Edinburgh Castle, you will start the
tour at the High Street and go up to the Royal Mile, where you
will find the so-called Castle Rock. Our guide will give you the
necessary context to understand the importance of the location of
Edinburgh Castle and how its access has changed over time.
From the first human settlements in Edinburgh to nowadays,
experience the history behind the castle. Horrifying tales of
kings and queens that have inspired Game of Thrones, stories of
the Scottish Independence wars, the significance of the Jacobite
rebellion... Edinburgh Castle even played a role in World War One
and World War Two!
An important thing to know is that Edinburgh Castle is much more
than just a castle. It's more like a citadel, a small village
behind the castle walls. It currently features a number of museums
and other attractions. The guide will walk around the village and
tell you the history and significance of these places. He will
give you tips and recommendations so you can enter the museums and
attractions after the tour finishes.
Important: since Edinburgh Castle still is an active military
base, no big bags or dangerous items are allowed inside!
Note: As mentioned, Edinburgh Castle is at the top of an extinct
volcano, so the tour is uphill!