Edinburgh: Castle to Holyrood Palace Walking Tour｜United Kingdom

Discover 900 years of history on a walking tour from Edinburgh Castle to Holyrood Palace. Learn where the name Edinburgh came from and why it was chosen as the capital of Scotland.

Learn about the two extinct volcanoes that Edinburgh has, as well as the one that Edinburgh Castle is built on. Hear about the famous people who have helped create Edinburgh and make it what it is today, from Sir Walter Scott to John Knox and royalty such as King David I and Mary Queen of Scots.

Learn about the closes that are unique to Edinburgh and the Royal Mile, as well as discovering hidden gems that only locals know about. Hear fascinating stories about what life was like in Edinburgh over the centuries for the local people and what living conditions were like.

Learn about the wars that were fought for Edinburgh, the meal that inspired the Red Wedding in Game of Thrones, and the wall that was built to protect Edinburgh from invaders.

Learn about Edinburgh Castle, St Giles Cathedral (home to the Scottish Church), and Holyrood Palace, which was built as a monastery by King David I when Edinburgh was built but has been the home to Scottish and British royalty for centuries.