Royal Mile
Visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Her Majesty The Queen’s official residence in Scotland. Standing at the end of Edinburgh’s historic Royal Mile, this magnificent building is the home of Scottish royal history.
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Canongate
The Royal Mile
Edinburgh
EH8 8DX
+44 (0)303 123 7306
1 November – 31 March
Opening time: 09:30
Last admission: 15:15
Closing time: 16:30
1 April – 31 October
Opening time: 09:30
Last admission: 16:30
Closing time: 18:00
The Palace of Holyroodhouse is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. As the Palace is a working royal residence, sometimes closures can happen at short notice.
By Car
There is a public car park adjacent to the Palace at Broad Pavement. Please visit the Historic Environment Scotland website for more details.
Accessible parking spaces are located on Horse Wynd, just outside the Palace, on a first-come first-serve basis.
By Train
Edinburgh Waverley. The Palace is a 15 minute walk from the station. Visit National Rail Enquiries for times and fares.
By Tram
The nearest tram stop is York Place. The Palace is a 20 minute walk from the station. Visit Edinburgh Trams for times and fares.
By Coach/Bus
Bus numbers 6 and 35 stop near the Palace. Open-top tour buses stop nearby.
Limited free coach parking is available adjacent to the Palace. Alternative pay-and-display coach parking is available on nearby Regent Road.
Its important you plan ahead when visiting any establishment or open space and to check on any changes that have been brought about by COVID-19. Measures such as social distancing have changed the way business operate and you may need to book ahead or wear facemasks.