Location: Edinburgh Castle, The Esplanade, Edinburgh EH1 2NG
Castle Opening Times: It is recommended that visitors set aside at least 2 hours to see the main attractions at the castle.
1st April to 30th September: Opens: 9:30am
Closes: 6pm (last entry 5pm)
1st October to 31st March: Opens: 9:30am
Closes: 5pm (last entry 4pm)
National War Museum Opening Times:
1st April to 30th September: Opens: 9:45am
Closes: 5:45pm (last entry 5:30pm)
1st October to 24th December: Opens: 9:45am
Closes: 4:45pm (last entry 4:30pm)
24th December to 4th January: Opens: 10:15am
Closes: 3:45pm (last entry 3:30pm)
5th January to 31st March: Opens: 9:45am
Closes: 4:45pm (last entry 4:30pm)
The One o’Clock Gun is fired at 1pm everyday except on Sundays, Good Friday, and Christmas Day.
You will received you entrance tickets by email 48-72 hours before your Travel Date
If your selected timeslot is not available, we aim to book your entrance within one hour of your selected time. Please check your voucher for the actual entry time.
No cancellations or changes can be made once you have booked.
There are no storage facilities for prams or pushchairs and rucksacks/suitcases over 30L will not be permitted.
The last entry is 1 hour before closing
Free guided tours are on a first come first served basis, please ask a member of staff to direct you to the next available tour