Sightseeing Package

Edinburgh Castle & National Museum of Scotland Guided Tour

Scotland, Edinburgh

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Overview

Follow in the footsteps of royalty (and even pirates) as you enter Edinburgh Castle. As you discover the castle grounds with your guide, hear stories about how this fortress was once the residence for Mary, Queen of Scots, and a prison during the Napoleonic Wars. Take a snap of the six-tonnes Mons Meg (a medieval cannon), and see the Royal Palace.

Then head over to the National Museum of Scotland. Step inside and uncover the mysterious Arthur’s Seat Coffins, Dolly the sheep, and ‘Scotty’ the T. rex – one of the most complete skeletons in the world. From Scottish history, science to world culture, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Inclusions & exclusions

What you get:

✅	Guided tour of Edinburgh Castle (1 hour 15 min)
✅	Entry ticket to Edinburgh Castle
✅	Guided tour of National Museum of Scotland (1 hour)
✅	Live commentary in English
✅	Audio tour of National Museum of Scotland in English, French and German
✅	Donation to the National Museum of Scotland
✅	Local discounts off Edinburgh Gin Distillery and Gladstone Land (subject to availability)

What you don’t get:

❌	Transportation between attractions
❌	Tips for the guide
❌	Edinburgh Castle internal audio guide (£3.50)
❌	Headset and mobile device

Itinerary

✅	Meet your guide at the Statue of Walter Francis Montagu Douglas Scott, located in West Parliament Square, EH1 1RN (opposite St. Giles Cathedral). Look out for a ‘VoxCity’ branded guide. Please arrive 5 minutes before your booked timeslot.

Know before you go

✅	This experience starts with a tour of Edinburgh Castle. After the castle tour ends, you’ll independently head over (8-min walk) to the National Museum of Scotland, where you’ll meet your guide at the William Chambers Statue located next to the entrance.
✅	You must meet your guides at the designated meeting points to receive your tours.
✅	Please bring comfortable shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.
✅	The Edinburgh Castle tour covers the castle grounds and is outdoors only as guides cannot access inside of the buildings during the tour. Areas of the Edinburgh Castle grounds may be closed on short notice by the castle authorities.
✅	Large bags and suitcases are not permitted inside Edinburgh Castle.
✅	Scan the QR code on your voucher to download the National Museum of Scotland audio guide before arrival. Please bring your own headphones.

Frequently Ask Questions

How do I download the self-guided audio tour?

Simply scan the QR code on your voucher and follow the instructions to download the Vox City app and the city map in your preferred language. If you encounter any problems, contact [email protected] or contact our customer support live 24/7 through our website. Remember that you can download the city map prior to your arrival.