at our iconic historical sites
Immerse yourself in Scotland’s history and explore our fantastic historic sites. We can’t wait to welcome you all soon.
Whether you’re looking for a fun day trip with the family to our majestic castles and cathedrals, solo walks in our spring-flowering gardens, or action-packed events and activities, there is something for everyone.
Explore a vibrant line-up of events for 2024! Get ready for the knights as they make their way to Linlithgow and Caerlaverock with spectacular jousting this summer. Don’t also miss your chance to see our biggest re-enactment event as we host Celebration of the Centuries at Fort George.
Check out our events programmeDon’t miss out! To avoid disappointment, we recommend booking tickets online in advance to guarantee entry to our sites. This is essential when planning a visit to some of our busiest sites including Blackness Castle, Doune Castle, Edinburgh Castle, Elcho Castle, Inchmahome Priory, Lochleven Castle, Maeshowe Chambered Cairn, Skara Brae, Stirling Castle, and Urquhart Castle.
Explore iconic sites and Scotland's fascinating history with our Explorer Pass - a great and easy way to visit many of our properties! The pass is valid for 14 consecutive days. The pass includes entry to the sites mentioned above. Visits must be booked in advance.
We are pleased that many of our sites are open again. While some of the buildings may be closed, the grounds can still be enjoyed by all. Please check individual listings for more information. For our ticketed sites, we do recommend booking in advance to guarantee entry.
The grounds and visitor centre (exhibition, shop & toilets) are open
The abbey is closed while high-level conservation works take place.
Earl's Palace is currently closed
Access to Bishop's Palace only. Free and no booking required.
We recommend booking online in advance to guarantee entry.
There is currently no visitor access to the West range, outer stair and North West and East towers.
Opening on Wednesday 1 May
Open, some restrictions in place
There is currently no visitor access to the Guard House, South Entrance and De Vaux range
We recommend booking online in advance to guarantee entry
Book tickets
Visits will be by guided tour
Free of charge, donations welcome
Open, some restrictions in place
Some restrictions in place
The abbey nave and shop are open (free of charge)
Tickets often sell out in advance. Book your tickets online in advance for the best price and to guarantee entry.
Book tickets
Please note that tickets can currently only be purchased on-site.
Some restrictions in place
Open, some restrictions in place
Some restrictions in place
The grounds and shop are open
There is currently no visitor access to the abbey church
House tours available, must be pre-booked
The grounds are open year-round free of charge
Some restrictions in place
Visits by guided tour only
Due to limited capacity, it is recommended to reserve your visit online to guarantee entry and avoid disappointment.
The abbey grounds, cloister and museum are open
There is currently no visitor access to the abbey church
Visitor centre (incls toilets, shop & exhibition) are closed. There is currently no access to the siege mine or the inside of the Fore Tower.
St Rule's Tower and the Museum are currently closed.
We recommend booking online in advance for the best price and to guarantee entry.
The cloister is open
You can visit the cloister, but there is currently no visitor access to the rest of the site
There is currently no visitor access to the east tower and doocot.
We recommend booking online in advance for the best price and to guarantee entry.
Some restrictions in place
From standing stones to castle grounds, many of the sites in our care are open to visit for free. Be sure to check a site is open before you travel.
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Take a look at our answers to some of the most frequently asked questions (FAQs) about visiting our sites
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