An inside look at the official Royal Residence in Scotland
The Palace of Holyroodhouse is right in the centre of Edinburgh
Explore the majesty of the State Apartments
Walk through the chambers of Mary, Queen of Scots
Includes entry to featured special exhibitions including A Royal Wedding: The Duke and Duchess of Sussex
Opening times 2024-25 November to March: Thursday to Monday
09:30-16:30 (last admission 15:15)
Opening times 2025 3 April to 23 May and 8 September to 31 October: Thursday to Monday
09:30-18:00 (last admission 16:30)
25 May to 7 September: Daily
09:30-18:00 (last admission 16:30)
1 November to 31 March: Thursday to Monday
09:30-16:30 (last admission 15:15)
The Palace of Holyroodhouse will be closed to visitors on: 26 June - 4 July
25-26 December
The Palace of Holyroodhouse is open daily throughout the year, with a few exceptions when it is in use for official functions.
Please note:
You MUST print the voucher and exchange it at the ticket office for an entry ticket.
The Café at the Palace will be closed on 8 January 2024.
Holyrood Abbey and the Palace Gardens are currently closed to visitors until further notice.
As the Palace of Holyroodhouse is a working royal palace, sometimes closures can happen at short notice.
Under 5's go free.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours in advance.