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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Exterior view of Edinburgh Castle

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Ready to explore Edinburgh Castle? Find all you need to plan your visit right here, from ticket prices and opening times to details about different places to see around the castle.

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Tickets often sell out far in advance, especially over the summer months. Book your tickets online in advance for best price and to guarantee entry.

Admissions Assistant, Sherif Mehareb, checking tickets at the entrance to Edinburgh Castle

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 Visitors coming in over the drawbridge

Opening times

Open from 9.30am daily.

Taxi with Edinburgh Castle branding

Getting here

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 View of the Lang stairs by the Argyle Tower and Portcullis Gate

Access guide

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Getting here
Visitors enjoying a day out at Blackness Castle

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Why not consider our Membership or Explorer Pass. We offer a range of options to suit everybody, with access to all open Historic Scotland sites for free.

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