Practical information

Highlights

• Enjoy full access to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official Scottish home of the British monarch, located at the end of Edinburgh’s famous Royal Mile
• Wander through the hauntingly beautiful ruins of 12th-century Holyrood Abbey, steeped in almost 900 years of religious and royal history
• Enhance your visit with complimentary multimedia guides and printed guidebooks, available with select ticket options
• Opt for a digital palace guidebook, an Edinburgh city audio guide, a guided tour, or 48 hours of hop-on hop-off bus travel and entry to Edinburgh Castle and The Royal Yacht Britannia.

Opening times

Opening information can change. Confirm the hours for your selected date before travelling.

Know before you go

• <p dir="auto"><strong>Opening Days:</strong> The palace is closed every Tuesday and Wednesday - please verify opening times before your visit.</p><p dir="auto"><strong>Bag Policy:</strong> Large bags exceeding 45cm × 20cm × 30cm are not permitted on the premises.</p><p dir="auto"><strong>Photography:</strong> Photographs are not allowed inside the State Apartments.</p><p dir="auto"><strong>Pets:</strong> Only guide dogs and registered assistance animals are permitted entry.</p><p dir="auto"><strong>Accessibility:</strong> Most areas are wheelchair accessible, though some historic rooms have limited access - consider mobility requirements when planning your visit.</p>

Visitor guidelines

• <ul><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Arrive during opening hours for a flexible visit at your preferred time.</p></li><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Large bags are prohibited for security reasons.</p></li><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Guide dogs are allowed but general pets are not permitted inside.</p></li><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Photography is only allowed in designated areas, not inside the State Apartments.</p></li><li data-preset-tag="p"><p>Some rooms and areas may have limited accessibility due to historic features.</p></li></ul>

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