Edinburgh Castle

Edinburgh Castle dominates Scotland's capital city from its great rock. Its story has helped shape the nation's story.

About Edinburgh Castle

Battles and sieges were fought over it, royalty lived and died within its walls, and countless generations have been and inspired by it.

In the 1600s, the castle became a military base. Some buildings were rebuilt and new ones were raised to house a huge garrison - and provide a secure jail for prisoners of war.

The military presence remains unbroken, but over the last 200 years the castle has become a national icon. It is now Scotland's leading tourist attraction, and a key element of the Edinburgh World Heritage Site.

Come to the castle and hear the rest of the story.

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Upcoming Events at Edinburgh Castle

British Sign Language Tours - POSTPONED

Selected dates between 4th July 2020 - 19th September 2020

Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Old Town

Explore Edinburgh Castle and Edinburgh's Deaf history with Deaf tour guide John Hay, whose BSL tour will be translated into English by interpreter Linda Duncan.
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The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - CANCELLED

7th August 2020 - 29th August 2020

Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Old Town

With the iconic backdrop of Edinburgh Castle, 2020 sees The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo celebrate its 70th anniversary with ‘The Platinum Edition’.
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Gun Salutes

Selected dates between 14th November 2020

Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Old Town

Join us at Edinburgh Castle for a number of gun salutes throughout the year. Each gun salute, unless otherwise stated, takes place at 12 noon.
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The Script

16th July 2021

Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh Old Town

The Script, one of the hottest bands of the British/Irish music scene, will play Edinburgh Castle on Friday 16th July 2021.
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