Due to weather warnings for this weekend (20 to 22 December), the castle may need to close to ensure visitor and staff safety. Pre-booked ticket holders for day visits and the Castle of Light event will receive cancellation notices via email and SMS.

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Due to weather warnings for this weekend (20 to 22 December), the castle may need to close to ensure visitor and staff safety. Pre-booked ticket holders for day visits and the Castle of Light event will receive cancellation notices via email and SMS.

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Costumed performer taking the Rebels and Redcoats performance

What's on

Find out more about our events at the castle.

Public performances

All public performances
F24 aerial camera with a five inch lens and hand grip mounting, used by the Royal Air Force for reconnaissance during the Second World War.

Maps: Memories from the Second World War

On until Sun 25 Jan 2026

 ISL guide Gordon Hay smiling and gesturing with his hands to welcome you to Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle ISL Tour

Fri 17 Jan 2025