Discover the Official Royal Residence in Scotland. Located in Edinburgh, explore the majesty of the State Apartments and tour the apartments of Mary, Queen of Scots.
Situated at the end of the Royal Mile in central Edinburgh, with Arthur's Seat as its backdrop, the Palace of Holyroodhouse is absolutely stunning inside and out. As the official royal residence in Scotland, Her Majesty the Queen conducts important official business here, as well as hosting lavish engagements and garden parties.
State Apartments
Stroll through the exquisitely decorated State Apartments, renowned for their beautiful plaster ceilings, historic artwork, and incredible collection of magnificent tapestries. Reflecting the evolving tastes of monarchs over time, the variety of decor is impressive.
Visit the Throne Room and see where the Knights and Dames of the Order of the Thistle attend a special luncheon. Enter the Grand Gallery, the palace's largest room, filled with portraits of legendary Scottish kings by Jacob de Wet.
Mary, Queen of Scots
These historic apartments were once the residence of the legendary Mary, Queen of Scots, and the scene of many dramatic events, including the murder of her Italian secretary. During her short and turbulent reign, Mary resided at Holyroodhouse; visit the Bedchamber, the
Outer Chamber and its oratory.
Notes: Please note that Holyrood Abbey and Palace Gardens are currently closed to visitors until further notice.
Opening hours:
April 3 to May 23 and September 8 to October 31: Thursday to Monday
09:30-18:00 (last admission 16:30)
May 25 to September 7: daily
09:30-18:00 (last admission 16:30)
November 1 to March 31: Thursday to Monday
09:30-16:30 (last admission 15:15)
The Palace of Holyroodhouse will be closed to visitors on:
June 26th to July 4th
December 25-26
The Palace of Holyroodhouse is open daily year-round, with some exceptions when it is used for official functions.
Please note: you MUST print the voucher and exchange it for a ticket at the box office.
As the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a working royal palace, closures may occasionally occur at short notice.
Children under 5 years old go free.
Highlights
An inside look at the official Royal Residence in Scotland.
The Palace of Holyroodhouse is right in the center of Edinburgh.
Explore the majesty of the State Apartments.
Walk through the chambers of Mary, Queen of Scots.
What includes and does not include
Entrance to the Palace of Holyroodhouse
Travel to/from the Palace
Meeting point
Canongate, Edimburgo EH8 8DX Estação de trem mais próxima: Edinburgh Waverley
Para cancelamentos até 48 horas antes do horário de início do serviço, não há cobrança. Para cancelamentos solicitadas com 48 horas ou menos, não há devolução. Será cobrado o valor integral. Se o serviço for cancelado pelo operador devido a imprevistos de qualquer ordem, o valor será reembolsado integralmente.
General Rules
Please note that Holyrood Abbey and Palace Gardens are currently closed to visitors until further notice.
Opening hours: April 3 to May 23 and September 8 to October 31: Thursday to Monday 09:30-18:00 (last admission 16:30)
May 25 to September 7: daily 09:30-18:00 (last admission 16:30)
November 1 to March 31: Thursday to Monday 09:30-16:30 (last admission 15:15)
The Palace of Holyroodhouse will be closed to visitors on: June 26th to July 4th December 25th and 26th The Palace of Holyroodhouse is open every day of the year, with some exceptions when it is used for official functions.
Please note: you MUST print the voucher and exchange it for the ticket at the box office. As the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a working royal palace, closures may occasionally occur at short notice. Children under 5 years old go free.
