Introduction

 Is Edinburgh Castle the most iconic Scottish attraction there is? 

It most definitely is. The scenic views, over-whelming history and culture that it brings to the city of Edinburgh. The Landmark attracts more than 2 million visitors each year which shows just how popular this attraction is.

When you visit this attraction, you must go to the one of the many viewpoints the castle has overlooking the landscape of Scotland's capital city and also you must visit the oldest building in Scotland - St Margarets chapel named after queen Margaret. 

Star/visitor rating- ★★★★★

Location 

Edinburgh Castle is close to the city Centre, if you are travelling by train the easiest station to get off at is Waverly and from there it is a short uphill walk to the castle. if you are travelling by bus the Airlink 100 express runs from Edinburgh airport to the city Centre and takes around 30 minutes.

 

Facilities

Available in 12 languages, there is a range of gift shops plotted throughout the area, also a restaurant and cafe are available, toilets are easily accessible for those with a disability, also baby changing rooms are available and are all easy to spot with signage.

Pricing 

To buy tickets online it works out way cheaper than buying at the door for example and adult ticket is £18 whereas it would be £21 on the day so I recommend you buy your tickets in advance. They also do a family package of 2 adults and 2/3 children.

Opening times 

 April to September 9:30am - 6pm   October to March 9:30am to 5pm

Visit duration 

Estimated around 2 hours depending how much of the castle you want to see

 

Accessibility-

I would say that the castle is not easily accessible for those who have limited movement e.g., wheelchairs, walking stick and not able to walk a far length. As the castle doesn't have any lifts as its all outdoors and a lot of the castle has cobbled streets makes movement difficult for wheelchairs and also has a lot of stairs throughout the castle.

For any specific information you may have visit The Official Edinburgh Castle website- https://www.edinburghcastle.scot/