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Edinburgh Castle Self-Guided Audio Quest (Without a Ticket)

Edinburgh Castle

  • 2 hours
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation
  • Private tour

Highlights

A self-guided audio quest is available via a web browser or in a separate app — the WeGoTrip app. You will receive an email from WeGoTrip with a link to download the app with the digital quest or access it via the web browser. The digital audio quest includes maps, photos, scripts, and audio commentary. Please download the quest in advance. NB! Entrance ticket to the Castle is not included and should be purchased independently! Uncover the secrets of an ancient fortress as you explore its historic halls and hear mysterious stories from centuries past. Visit the National War Museum to learn about the achievements of famous British and Scottish warriors, then venture into the atmospheric castle dungeons for a glimpse into its darker history. Complete your journey by admiring the magnificent Crown Jewels, among Scotland’s most treasured symbols.

Inclusions

What's included

  • Self-guided audio quest for your smartphone - via the WeGoTrip app or web browser
  • Detailed route from stop to stop on your smartphone

What's not

  • Earphones – you should bring your own
  • Entrance ticket to Edinburgh Castle
  • In-person tour guide

Itinerary

  1. Discover the city’s most iconic monument with this self-guided audio tour. Edinburgh Castle dominates Scotland's capital city from its great volcanic summit. The story of the Castle has helped shape the nation's history: battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been inspired by it. Learn about the many Scottish monarchs it has sheltered, including Queen Margaret (later St Margaret), who died here in 1093, and Mary Queen of Scots, who gave birth to James VI in the Royal Palace in 1566. Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of medieval royal intrigues and feel like a participant in historical events in a place where time has stopped.

    2 h

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

Know before you go

Meeting point
This is a self guided tour. Download the audioguide and start it at the starting point after your visit to the museum. It will navigate you through the city.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
WGTickets
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Edinburgh

  • Its from-price is 95% below the median of the 144 city tours we list in Edinburgh.
  • It is shorter than most of them.

About Edinburgh

Edinburgh, Scotland's capital, rises on volcanic hills, with a castle on a crag, a medieval Old Town and an elegant Georgian New Town.

Edinburgh Castle crowns Castle Rock and keeps the Honours of Scotland, the Scottish crown jewels. From there, the Royal Mile runs downhill through the Old Town, past St Giles' Cathedral and a warren of narrow closes, to the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Scottish Parliament. Arthur's Seat, an ancient volcano, rises above the palace with sweeping views.

Top-ranked sights in Edinburgh: Royal Mile, Edinburgh Old Town, Edinburgh Castle.

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