Prices & times
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If you are a Member your ticket will be free. Not a member? Join now to start enjoying the benefits
Standard Admission, Member & Explorer Pass Tickets Partner Organisation TicketsPartner organisations include, English Heritage, Cadw and Manx Members, Young Scot, STGA and SITOA card holders.
Save with an Explorer PassAn Explorer Pass, valid for 14 consecutive days, is a great way to explore our iconic sites.
| Ticket categories | Admission price |
| Adult (16-64yrs) | £7.50 |
| Concession (65yrs+ and unemployed) | £6.00 |
| Child (7-15yrs) | £4.50 |
| Family (1 adult, 2 children) | £15.00 |
| Family (2 adults, 2 children) | £21.50 |
| Family (2 adults, 3 children) | £25.50 |
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, 10am to 4.30pm (last entry 4pm).
Closures
1 October to 31 March.
Adverse weather or other reasons beyond our control may cause a site to close. We advise checking ahead if the forecast is poor or you are making a long journey. Current unexpected and short term closures
