The Palace of Holyroodhouse is His Majesty The King's official residence in Scotland, located at the foot of Edinburgh's Royal Mile. Your visit typically lasts around one hour and includes a multimedia guide in nine languages, making it suitable for all ages and fitness levels. The Palace is open throughout the year and offers wheelchair access throughout.
Walk through the Historic Apartments of Mary, Queen of Scots, where her Italian secretary David Rizzio was murdered by Lord Darnley in 1567. Her Bedchamber, often called 'the most famous room in Scotland', remains preserved as it was during her turbulent six-year reign. You'll also explore the State Apartments, the Throne Room, and the Great Gallery, all still used by the Royal Family for official ceremonies today.
The ruins of Holyrood Abbey stand within the grounds, and audio guides for families and audio-descriptive tours for blind or partially sighted visitors are available. Pushchairs must be checked at the entrance, and baby-care facilities are located in the Mews Courtyard. A café offers refreshments, and you can convert your ticket to a 1-Year Pass for unlimited re-admission.
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Step into the rooms where Mary, Queen of Scots lived during her turbulent reign, including her Bedchamber, described as 'the most famous room in Scotland'. This is where her Italian secretary, David Rizzio, was brutally murdered by her husband, Lord Darnley, in 1566.
Explore the State Apartments, still used by The King for official ceremonies and entertaining. The Throne Room and Royal Dining Room showcase the Palace's continuing role as His Majesty's official Scottish residence.
Your visit includes a multimedia audio guide available in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Mandarin, and Japanese. Family guides and audio-descriptive tours for blind or partially-sighted visitors are also available.
Wander through the atmospheric ruins of Holyrood Abbey, founded in 1128 and closely tied to the Palace's 900-year history. The roofless nave and surviving walls offer a striking contrast to the grand State Apartments.
The Palace Gardens provide a peaceful setting at the foot of the Royal Mile, with views of Arthur's Seat. Café at the Palace offers refreshments in the Mews Courtyard, where you'll also find toilets and baby-care facilities.
1st April - 31st October
Monday to Sunday 09:30 – 18:00
1st November - 31st March
Monday to Sunday 09:30 – 16:30
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Canongate, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Edinburgh and Lothian, EH8 8DX, Scotland
Tel: 0303 123 7306
