Queens of the Castle Tour
Who defended Edinburgh Castle until her dying breath? What decisive action did Queen Joan take to protect her son’s inheritance? Which queen saved her husband from imprisonment in the castle? Was Queen Victoria amused by her visits to the castle, or not? Discover the answers to these questions and more, during this special tour celebrating 900 years of her story.
Recommended for 16yrs+ due to content. A variety of themes will be covered including marriage, childbirth/infant mortality, motherhood, queens as regents, military command, sainthood, and women’s rights.
The tour will last 90 minutes, takes place outdoors and requires visitors to walk on steep and cobbled walkways.
Select from 2 available dates until Sat 29 Mar 2025
(This calendar is for informational purposes only, please select a date when booking your tickets.)
