Linlithgow Palace

Much of the palace is open to visitors. Climb to the top of Queen Margaret's Bower for breathtaking views of Linlithgow Loch, imagine the impressive banquets and balls that would have taken place in the Great Hall, and spot local wildlife in the surrounding peel and park.

While conservation works are ongoing, the North Range, King's Bed Chamber and Court Kitchen won't be accessible to visitors.

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Linlithgow Palace is on Kirkgate, off the Hight Street in the centre of town.

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By train

There are regular trains to Linlithgow from Edinburgh, Glasgow and Stirling, all of which take less than half an hour. It is a short walk to the palace from Linlithgow station.

By bus

The X38 bus runs regularly between Edinburgh and Falkirk and stops in Linlithgow. It is a short walk to the palace from the Cross bus stop. Local bus services run from other locations.

By bike

National Cycle Route 754 runs through Linlithgow, along the Union Canal. There are racks at the palace for up to four bicycles. More cycle parking is available in the town.

Search for National Cycle Network routes with the Walk Wheel Cycle Trust.

By car

There is limited car parking on site. Entry is through the outer gate which is 2.65m high, making parking unsuitable for large vehicles, campervans and buses.

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Carers' tickets

Visitors with disabilities are charged standard admission rates (adult/concession/child). Proof of disability is not required. Up to two accompanying carers receive free entry per transaction.

Parking

The car park is stone cobbled at the front of the palace. There are two accessible bays next to the entrance. The furthest bay is 5m from the entrance. Car park access is restricted to vehicles up to 2.6m high and 2.55m wide.

What to expect at the site

Entry to the palace and the visitor centre is over a small (5cm) stone threshold. The entrance way is then level but uneven. The visitor centre is on the level. There is a single step into the shop.

The courtyard, the king’s fountain and the old entrance are all on the level. The floor is surfaced with flagstones and some cobbles. There are benches in the courtyard.

The first floor is reached up a spiral staircase with uneven treads and around 25 steps. Upper levels are reached via spiral staircases with uneven treads. The first floor includes the Great Hall and Chapel Royal. There are many small level changes between rooms.

Queen Margaret’s Bower is a small turret, reached up a series of steep stone steps.

Surroundings

The peel around the palace is a large grassed park. There is a circular path of compacted gravel around the loch. It is 2.3 miles long. There are benches and picnic tables on the peel.

Toilets

A temporary toilet is available on site. The nearest adapted toilet is at The Vennel, off the High Street, about 350m from the palace’s main entrance.

Dogs

Assistance dogs are permitted at all our sites and within roofed areas.  Visitors' dogs are allowed at Linlithgow Palace, but are not permitted in roofed areas. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times and not left unattended at any time.

• Car parking
• Shop
• Picnic area
• Visitor centre
• Dogs welcome in outdoor areas
• Bicycle rack
• Toilets
• Accessible by public transport
• Baby changing facilities
• Available to hire for weddings and events
• Guided or audio tours available