Prices and opening times
The castle is open for you to enjoy but there are currently some access restrictions in place as a precautionary measure. Find out more about conservation work at our sites.
Admission
If you are a Member your ticket will be free. Not a member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits
Book tickets now| Ticket categories | Admission price |
| Adult (16-64yrs) | £10.00 |
| Concession (65yrs+ and unemployed) | £8.00 |
| Child (7-15yrs) | £6.00 |
| Family (1 adult, 2 children) | £20.00 |
| Family (2 adults, 2 children) | £29.00 |
| Family (2 adults, 3 children) | £34.00 |
Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Concession price: this applies if you can show proof that you’re aged 65+ or unemployed. Please note this does not apply to students.
Admission prices are subject to change.
Free and discounted admission
- Historic Scotland members get free entry to our sites. You must show your valid membership on arrival.
- 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.
- Carers who accompany visitors with disabilities receive free entry. Tickets are limited to two carers per transaction.
- Have a Young Scot card? Pay just £1 to visit this site. You must show your valid Young Scot card on arrival (children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult).
- Enjoy 25% off entry when you arrive car-free by train, bus, or bike. 25% off the standard Adult, Child, or Concession admission price when you book online with code GOOD25 and show your bus/train ticket or bike on arrival.
Opening times
1 April to 30 September:
Daily, 9.30 to 5.30pm
Last entry is 4.45pm
1 October to 31 March:
Daily, 10am to 4pm
Last entry 3.15pm
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.
