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A trip to Scotland’s capital isn’t complete without a visit to Edinburgh Castle. Part of The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh World Heritage Site and standing majestically on top of a 340 million year-old extinct volcanic rock, the castle is a powerful national symbol. Fascinating to explore and simply unmissable.

It's Scotland National Team's second World Cup game tonight and we are lighting up blue again to show our support. ⚽🎉
19/06/2026

It's Scotland National Team's second World Cup game tonight and we are lighting up blue again to show our support. ⚽🎉

19/06/2026

This evening Illyria bring their whirlwind production "The Three Musketeers" to us here in the castle! 🏰

⚔Think scheming, romance & comedy plus the best sword fights in the city!

D’Artagnan is ready......... Are you?

This is an outdoor event, taking place on a paved area at the top of a cobbled hill. Visitors are invited to bring their own seating.

📆Tonight, Fri 19 June, and Tomorrow Sat 20 June, 7.30pm
📍Crown Square
All for one and tickets for all!! 👇
https://ow.ly/wXsj50ZazPH

🏰Did you know during the summer months there is whole other side of the castle to explore? Join us on the Battlement Wal...
17/06/2026

🏰Did you know during the summer months there is whole other side of the castle to explore?

Join us on the Battlement Walk at the Western Defences. Once a crucial part of the Castle’s security, this area now lets you get up close to the angled fortifications designed to strengthen its defences.

Follow the path around the full circumference and take in the stunning panoramic views along the way!

Located just beyond the one o'clock gun, if you cant find it just ask one of our castle guides and they will make sure your in the right place📍

We are very busy here at the castle during the summer, so ensure you book your tickets online in advance to avoid disappointment!

With the summer holidays almost upon us make sure you plan your visit to the castle so you’re not disappointed if we hav...
15/06/2026

With the summer holidays almost upon us make sure you plan your visit to the castle so you’re not disappointed if we have no tickets available on the day.

You can prebook online to secure your desired entry day and time, and you’ll get the best price for your ticket.

Don’t miss out on exploring the crowning glory of Edinburgh’s skyline by leaving it too late, book your visit to us today at https://www.edinburghcastle.scot/plan-your-visit/tickets/

Thanks to wanderingspiritsoul for sharing this photos with us on instagram! 😍

Today is World Gin Day and we’re celebrating with a castle favourite tipple, the Edinburgh Castle Gin 🍸Created in collab...
13/06/2026

Today is World Gin Day and we’re celebrating with a castle favourite tipple, the Edinburgh Castle Gin 🍸

Created in collaboration with the award-winning Edinburgh Gin Distillery, our botanical beauty is best enjoyed on the rocks, much like the castle itself! 🤭

Distilled with Scottish botanicals, included the eye-catching yellow Gorse, found across Edinburgh’s green spaces this packs a floral punch.

If you’re visiting the castle make sure to stop by the Whisky and Finest Food shop to pick up your tipple, or if you’re living in the UK you can order it from our online shop: https://stor.scot/products/edinburgh-castle-gin

📸©️Carlo Paloni

C'mon Scotlaaand ⚽Who is staying up late to watch the game tonight? If you are, look up to the castle as we will be floo...
13/06/2026

C'mon Scotlaaand ⚽

Who is staying up late to watch the game tonight?

If you are, look up to the castle as we will be floodlit in blue to support Scotland National Team and the Tartan Army.

Mary de Guise, perhaps best known as the mother of Mary, Queen of Scots died at the castle on this day in 1560, but her ...
11/06/2026

Mary de Guise, perhaps best known as the mother of Mary, Queen of Scots died at the castle on this day in 1560, but her story did not end here.

She was a central political figure and an intelligent and astute leader during a period of great political and religious turmoil. In 1560, Mary de Guise fell ill at the castle, while the castle was under threat of siege and English forces held much of Edinburgh and Leith.

With danger still looming, her body lay in St Margaret’s Chapel for months, waiting for safe passage. It was not until March 1561 that she finally began her journey home to France.

👀Have you seen the dedication to her on the castle walls?
📍 You can find it located in Crown Square.

09/06/2026

There’s more to The Three Musketeers than what you see on stage. ⚔️

Before the swords clash and the story of our daring heroes unfolds, there’s a whole team working hard behind the scenes making it all happen. 📽️

From rehearsals to costume details and carefully choreographed duels, here’s a sneak peek at what goes into bringing The Three Musketeers to the castle. 🏰

Don't forget to bring your own seat! We want to make sure you're seated comfortably before you watch the tale unfold beneath the evening sky.

Book your tickets today for Fri 19 or Sat 20 June at https://ow.ly/hKQ650Z9kol

Tonight, the castle will floodlight green in support of Tourette’s Awareness Day. 💚This , we’re supporting TourettesAct...
07/06/2026

Tonight, the castle will floodlight green in support of Tourette’s Awareness Day. 💚

This , we’re supporting TourettesAction campaign to show solidarity with the 300,000 people in the UK living with .

We’re proud to stand with the Tourette’s community and help shine a light on the importance of understanding and kindness. This year’s campaign reminds us that while tics aren’t a choice, how we respond to them can make all the difference.

06/06/2026

Not every tradition gets off to a perfect start…

Did you know that on this day in 1861, the One O'Clock Gun tried (and failed) to fire for the second time in a row! How embarrassing 👀

It took a third attempt on 7 June before it finally did what it was meant to. It's safe to say we've got the hang of it now. 💥

Since then, it’s become one of the city’s most recognisable sounds, echoing out across Edinburgh every...you guessed it by the name, One O' Clock.

If you've booked your tickets for this morning make sure to leave plenty of time to see it for yourself. If you happen to snap a photo we'd love to see it. 📸

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