The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh
Standing at the end of the Royal Mile in Edinburgh, The Palace of Holyroodhouse is the Queen's official residence in Scotland.
The palace is of baroque design and the state apartments contain a fine selection of art and furnishings from the successive monarchs that have lived there.
During its history, the palace was home to Mary Queen of Scots who was married at the castle and where her second husband murdered her secretary.
Today, visitors can tour the royal apartments and for an additional fee you can enjoying a one of the ever changing exhibitions that take place in the Queen's gallery. There are family activities, audio tours available, a gift shop and a cafe.
Opening Times
Open daily
1 November - 31 March
09:30-16:30
1 April to 31 October
09:30-18:00
The Palace is closed 13-17 September 2010
25-26 December 2010
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Ticket Prices
Palace of Holyroodhouse
(includes an audio tour)
Adult £10.25
Over 60/Student (with valid ID) £9.30
Under 17 £6.20
Under 5 Free
Family (2 adults, 3 under 17s) £27.00
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Disabled Facilities
Part of the palace is wheelchair accessible but not Mary Queen of Scots rooms
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More Information
Telephone:
+44 0131 556 5100
Email:
bookinginfo@royalcollection.org.uk
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Location Map
Edinburgh
Hotels & Accommodation
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Macdonald Holyrood Hotel
Edinburgh, EH8 8AQ Distance: 0.2 miles |
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Holyrood Aparthotel
Edinburgh, EH8 8PE Distance: 0.3 miles |
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The Richmond Hotel
Edinburgh, EH7 5LB Distance: 0.5 miles |
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