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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The perfect memento for you. Gifts to cherish or just to bring a little cheer. Find a different range of inspired gifts in each of our three gift shops.

Become a member, and one of the many benefits include 20% discount in Historic Scotland shops at our attractions and our online shop.

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A display of Christmas products including a stocking, candle, fudge, a mug and a teddy bear

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 Bottle of Edinburgh Castle Gin on a table with a stirrer and cocktail in a martini glass

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Portcullis Shop

Our largest gift shop is next to the ticket office. The huge range of tempting souvenirs includes exclusive Edinburgh Castle merchandise and Scottish crafts.

Jewellery in modern and traditional Scottish designs has been beautifully made to give a lifetime of enjoyment. Clan gifts such as scarves and ties can make the ideal present for family. There are plenty of options to delight younger members of the clan too.

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Interior of the Whisky and Finest Food shop

Whisky and Finest Food Shop

Seek out drams and delicacies in this shop next to St Margaret’s Chapel. Its huge range of whiskies includes our exclusive Edinburgh Castle 10-year-old single malt. Browse the rare malt cabinet or ask about our free tasting sessions.

Other tempting tipples amongst our locally sourced offering include the award-winning Edinburgh Gin and Magnum Cream Liqueur. Traditional shortbread, whisky fudge, tablet and cakes are some of the popular sweet and savoury Scottish treats to take home.

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General view of the refurbished Crown Gift Shop

Crown Gift Shop

This Crown Square shop carries a hand-picked selection of extra-special items. Among the gifts fit for royalty are some beautiful Jewellery from leading Scottish designers, including Sheila Fleet. Look for pieces inspired by the Honours of Scotland, including our bespoke Honours of Scotland publication.

Many of the exquisite designs from our popular tapestries collection are available to buy at the Crown Gift Shop. Little knights, princesses and even unicorns are well catered for too – with figures, soft toys and kids’ books made for big adventures.

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Good to know

Become a member, and one of the many benefits include 20% discount in Historic Scotland shops at our attractions and our online shop.

No alcohol is permitted to be consumed on site, and proof of age will be required under the Think 25 policy.

In addition, no responsible adults who are part of an educational or school groups can purchase any alcohol on site.

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