
The Scotch Whisky Experience: The Silver Tour
A barrel of Scotch fun in the world of whisky
- 50 min
- Wheelchair accessible
Explore the castle's promenade and learn about the the origins and sieges
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The experience
Discover the home of Mary Queen of Scots on this ** tour of the Edinburgh Castle.**
Meet your **professional guide** for a formal introduction to Edinburgh with a **tour** of the city, included in your ticket. Pass by medieval prisons, modern museums, national monuments, and churches along the way.
Then, walk to **Edinburgh Castle**, a structure that's dominated the city skyline for centries from its seat perched on the extinct volcano of **Castle Rock**.
You'll explore the castle's promenade and learn about the the origins and sieges of the castle. Admire the 16th-century **Great Hall** where parties and feasts took place and learn about the bloody history of the kings and queens who resided in the castle.
Where to go
351 High Street
View meeting point mapLocal timezone: Europe/LondonBefore you book
Please note that the meeting point is **not** at the entrance of Edinburgh Castle
This tour is only in English
Children under 5 can enter for free, but a ticket still needs to be acquired.
Arrive to the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled start of your tour
Meeting point: at 351 High Street (Royal Mile), opposite St. Giles’ Cathedral
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