Prices and opening times
The castle grounds, shop and toilets are open (the castle remains closed) and we are delighted to welcome you back. No booking currently required and while the castle is closed there is no admission charge.
| Category | Admission price |
| Adult (16-64yrs) | £6.00 |
| Concession (65yrs+ and unemployed) | £4.80 |
| Child (5-15yrs) | £3.60 |
| Family (1 adult, 2 children) | £12.00 |
| Family (2 adults, 2 children) | £17.00 |
| Family (2 adults, 3 children) | £20.50 |
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 5 go free, but they must have a ticket booked for them.
Concession price: this applies if you can show proof that you’re aged 65+ or unemployed.
Admission prices are subject to change.
Free and discounted admission
- Historic Scotland members must book their tickets online and show their ticket and valid membership on entry. Not a Member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits
- English Heritage, Manx and Cadw members get half price entry in your first year and free entry for renewal and life members. You must book online in advance.
- Carers who accompany visitors with disabilities receive free entry. The ticket for the person they are caring for must be purchased online, then please contact ticketing@hes.scot with your order number and your carer ticket can be sent to you.
- Have a Young Scot card? Pay just £1 to visit the castle in 2021. You must book your ticket in advance and show your valid Young Scot card on arrival (children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult).
What will be open during your visit
- Shop
- Toilets
- Car park for visitors only
Some areas/facilities will remain closed for now, we have a phased approach to re-opening while we work to make them safe.
Opening times
The castle grounds, shop and toilets are open (the castle remains closed) and we are delighted to welcome you back.
1 Apr to 30 Sept:
Daily, 10am to 4pm
Please note, the castle grounds and carpark will be closed 12pm-2pm on Thursday 5 August.
Closed
25 and 26 December
1 and 2 January
Unexpected closures
Adverse weather or other reasons beyond our control may cause a site to close at short notice.
Before you travel, you can view current unexpected closures.
