Priority Admission to Holyroodhouse Palace with Audio Guide



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Duration: 1d
Location: Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH8 8DX, United Kingdom | Edinburgh, United Kingdom


Category: Attractions

Highlights:
Iconic landmark & Scotland’s official residence of the Queen
Home of famous royal residents such as Mary, Queen of Scots
The palace's turbulent past & its role in Scotland’s history
Lavish decoration, tapestries collection & renowned artworks
Serene location with splendid views of Arthur’s Seat hilltop

Inclusions:
Priority admission to the Palace of Holyroodhouse
Headset for tour commentary in English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Mandarin, and Brazilian Portuguese

Description:

Holyroodhouse Palace, the Scottish residence of HM the Queen, enjoys an idyllic location at the end of the Royal Mile, with Arthur's Seat as the backdrop. With your multi-lingual audio guide, learn about the palace and its significance to the members of the Royal Family that have resided there.

The history of the palace is remarkable; the palatial baroque structure stands as a landmark to the country’s rich and turbulent history. The palace is best known for its former royal residents, the most famous being Mary, Queen of Scots, who witnessed the brutal killing of her secretary Rizzio by her jealous husband, Lord Darnley.

Visit the Augustinian abbey, built in 1128, admire the lavishly decorated state apartments, and wander around the sumptuous gardens. Your useful audio guide gives you detailed information throughout your visit and explains the role of the palace as an official residence of the Queen.



Cancellation Policy: 4 days
Know before you book: You must be able to climb and descend stairs and walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.

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