[Print required] Palace of Holyroodhouse/Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets
[Print required] Palace of Holyroodhouse/Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets
[Print required] Palace of Holyroodhouse/Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets
[Print required] Palace of Holyroodhouse/Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets
[Print required] Palace of Holyroodhouse/Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

[Print required] Palace of Holyroodhouse/Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

£22.00

Located at the foot of the breathtaking Arthur's Seat, at the end of the Royal Mile in the heart of Edinburgh, Scotland, the Palace of Holyroodhouse is stunning both inside and out. As the official royal residence in Scotland, His Majesty the King conducts important official business here, and it also hosts grand events and garden parties. It is also known as Holyrood Palace.

Address: Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, Scotland
Nearest train station: Edinburgh Waverley

Opening hours:

Month Opening Days Opening Time Last Admission Closing Time
January 1 - March 30, 2026,
November 1 - December 31		 Thursday to Monday 09:30 15:15 16:30
April 5 - May 11, 2026,
September 10 - October 31		 Thursday to Monday 09:30 16:30 18:00
May 21 - September 7, 2026 Daily 09:30 16:30 18:00

Palace closed dates (final information subject to official website):

May 14-18, June 26 - July 3, December 25-26, 2026
Booking process

1. Select Date and Time Slot

Select your desired departure date and time slot from the calendar and add the product to your cart.

2. Fill in Contact Information

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3. Complete Payment

International credit cards (Visa/MasterCard) and WeChat Pay are accepted.

4. Obtain Group E-ticket

After successful payment, an e-ticket will be sent to your email within 1 business day. Please print and bring the hard copy for entry.

｜ If you have any questions, we will proactively contact you 2-3 business days before departure.
Cancellation Terms

Free cancellation up to 48 hours in advance.

City Location

Edinburgh

Tour methods

independent travel

Guide Language

Mandarin/English

Tour duration

1-2 hours

Attraction Highlights

National Apartment

National Apartment

Stroll through the lavishly decorated State Apartments, known for their exquisite plaster ceilings, historic artworks, and magnificent tapestry collection. Reflecting the varying aesthetic tastes of successive monarchs, the range of decoration is impressive. Visit the Throne Room and see where the Knights and Ladies of the Thistle attend special luncheons. Enter the Great Gallery, the largest room in the Palace, lined with portraits of legendary Scottish kings by Jacob de Wet.

Queen Mary's Palace

Queen Mary's Palace

These historic apartments were once home to the legendary Mary, Queen of Scots, and were the setting for many dramatic events, including the murder of her Italian secretary. Mary lived in Holyrood Palace during her short but turbulent reign; visit the bedchamber, outer chamber, and her oratory.

Fees include

  • Palace of Holyroodhouse tickets

The fee does not include

  • Transportation
  • The Abbey and Gardens are closed until further notice.
  • You must ensure you have a printed copy of your admission ticket
  • E-tickets will be sent to your email within 24 hours of booking. Please print and bring a hard copy for admission
  • Mary Queen of Scots' apartments have no wheelchair access.
  • The Palace is busiest from opening throughout the morning. For the best experience, pre-book your tickets and arrive after 11:00.
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