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[2025 Edinburgh Attraction] Travel Guide for Palace of Holyroodhouse (Updated Apr)

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Located at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace is the official residence of His Majesty the King of Scotland, who uses it for state ceremonies and official entertaining. The palace has been a royal residence for over 500 years and is closely tied to Scotland's rich history. A tour of the palace includes the historic apartments of Mary, Queen of Scots, which were the scene of much drama during her short and turbulent reign, including the brutal murder of her Italian secretary, David Rizzio, by her husband, Lord Darnley. In the State Apartments of the Palace, visitors can see the magnificent Great Gallery, where a grand ball was held when Bonnie Prince Charlie set up her Jacobite court at the Palace in September 1745. Today's State Apartments reflect the changing tastes of successive monarchs and are renowned for their exquisite plaster ceilings and unrivalled collection of Brussels tapestries. They hold a large collection of art from the Royal Collection, many of which have long-standing links with Holyrood Palace and Scotland. A visit to the palace includes the opportunity to explore the ruins of Holyrood Abbey and the palace's unique gardens, which are set against the backdrop of King Arthur's Seat. In the palace's café, visitors can enjoy home-cooked meals made from local produce, from snacks to lunch and Afternoon Tea.
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Palace of Holyroodhouse Address:

Canongate, Edinburgh EH8 8DX, United Kingdom

Palace of Holyroodhouse Recommended sightseeing time:

2-3 hours

Palace of Holyroodhouse Phone:

+44-303-123-7306

Palace of Holyroodhouse Ticket Price

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