Edinburgh Castle Castles
Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been inspired by it.
Fierce Iron Age warriors defended a hill fort here, and the nation's oldest poetry tells of a war band feasting here for a year before riding to their deaths in battle.
The Scots and English struggled for control of the castle during the Wars of Independence. In 1314 it was recaptured from the English in a daring night raid led by Thomas Randolph, nephew of King Robert the Bruce.
The military presence remains unbroken, but over the last 200 years the castle has become a national icon. It is now Scotland's leading tourist attraction, and a key element of the Edinburgh World Heritage Site.
Attraction Details
For enquiries about Edinburgh Castle, please contact the attraction using the details below.
AddressCastle Hill, Edinburgh, Midlothian, EH1 2NG
Phone0131 225 9846
Websitehttp://www.edinburghcastle.gov.uk/
Opening timesWinter (1st October - 31st March) Daily 9.30am - 5.00pm. Last entry is at 4.00pm. Summer (1st April - 30th September) Daily 9.30am - 6.00pm. Last entry is at 5.00pm. Closing times for independent museums vary. Christmas and New Year Closed on 25th & 26th December. On the 1st January we will be open from 11.00am to 5.00pm (last entry 4.00pm) and as normal from 2nd January.
Entry costsSee website
Attraction typeCastles
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King Stables
King Stables is a holiday home set in Edinburgh in the Lothian Region and is 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle. The property boasts views of the garden and is 400 metres from Royal Mile. A dishwasher, an oven and a toaster can be found in the.
Premier Inn Edinburgh Princes
With picturesque views of historic Edinburgh Castle, Premier Inn Edinburgh Princes Street is situated in the main shopping district, and a 15-minute walk from The Royal Mile..
Royal Overseas League Hotel
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Edinburgh Nine
Edinburgh Nine is located in Edinburgh, within a 5-minute walk from Edinburgh Castle. EICC is 400 metres from the property. All units feature a flat-screen TV.
Kings Stable Apartments
Situated 200 metres from Edinburgh Castle and 400 metres from Royal Mile, Kings Stable Apartments offers accommodation in Edinburgh. The property boasts views of the city and is 500 metres from Edinburgh Military Tattoo..
My-Castle Apartments
Situated at the top of The Royal Mile, next to Edinburgh Castle, these spectacular apartments sit in the centre of Edinburghs Old Town..
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