Palace of Holyroodhouse Admission Ticket

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The Palace of Holyroodhouse is Edinburgh’s Royal Palace, it is His Majesty The King’s official residence in Scotland and is used by The King and members of the Royal Family for State ceremonies and official entertaining. With 900 years of Scottish royal history, the Palace of Holyroodhouse stands at the foot of the Royal Mile against the spectacular backdrop of Arthur’s Seat. A visit to the Palace includes the Historic Apartments of Mary, Queen of Scots, which were the setting for many dramatic episodes in her short and turbulent reign, including the brutal murder of her Italian secretary, David Rizzio, by her husband, Lord Darnley. Her Bedchamber has been described as 'the most famous room in Scotland. All images credit of Royal Collection Trust / © His Majesty King Charles III 2024

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You and your belongings may be subject to security checks.
Photography is not permitted inside the Palace. Read about photography, filming & mobile phones.
Audio Guides are available for families and an audio descriptive tour for blind or partially-sighted visitors.
Eating and drinking aren't allowed inside the Palace, but refreshments are available in the Café at the Palace.
Toilets and baby-care facilities are located in the Mews Courtyard.
For safety reasons, pushchairs cannot be taken into the Palace. They need to be checked in at the entrance and collected at the end of your visit. Discover more tips for visiting with children.
Please note that between 1st April and 31st October last entry is 4:30pm
This ticket does not include a 1-Year Pass
16 - 25 May 2024 - Palace closed (The King's Gallery and the Café at the Palace are open). 27 June - 5 July 2024 - Palace closed (The King's Gallery is open, the Café at the Palace is closed).