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Edinburgh: Half-Day Tour of Linlithgow with Palace Visit

By Outside Edinburgh
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$36 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Travel by train like a local on an authentic experience from Edinburgh.
  • Discover Linlithgow Palace, the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots.
  • Visit the impressive Gothic St. Michael's Church, which overlooks the loch. Michael's, which overlooks the lake.
  • Enjoy a guided walk through the charming village and its natural surroundings.
  • Group tour, guided in Spanish for an intimate, personalised experience.

Activity location

    • Linlithgow Palace
    • Linlithgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • 9 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BG, UK | The meeting point for our activity will be in front of the Statue of the Duke of Wellington. Our guide will be waiting at the meeting point holding a purple umbrella and company ID. It is recommended that you arrive at the meeting point a few minutes before the activity starts.
    • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Edinburgh: Half-Day Tour of Linlithgow with Palace Visit

  • Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes5h 30m
    5h 30m
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$35.75 x 1 AdultAU$35.75
Total
Price is AU$35.75
Until Fri, 19 June

Edinburgh: Half-day tour to Linlithgow with a visit to the Palace

  • Activity duration is 5 hours and 30 minutes5h 30m
    5h 30m
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$35.75 x 1 AdultAU$35.75
Total
Price is AU$35.75
Until Fri, 19 June

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Expert Spanish-speaking guide throughout the tour
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided tour of Linlithgow Palace
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Guided visit to St. Michael's Church
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Lakefront walk and tour of Linlithgow's historic centre
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Return train ticket (Edinburgh – Linlithgow) - £10.80
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Entrance fee to Linlithgow Palace – £10

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Audio recording
  • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Embark on a delightful journey from Edinburgh to Linlithgow, a historic gem just 20 minutes away by train, accompanied at all times by an expert local guide. This tour invites you to discover one of Scotland's most iconic locations, the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots and home to landscapes that blend history, architecture, and nature.

We will meet in Edinburgh, where you will board the train with your guide. During the journey, you will learn about the history of Linlithgow and its key figures, while taking in the Scottish scenery through the window. Upon arrival, we will begin our tour at the majestic Linlithgow Palace, a royal residence in ruins but steeped in history, where Mary, Queen of Scots, was born. Explore its rooms, climb the towers, and admire the views of the loch from high up.

Just a short walk from the palace, you will discover St. Michael's Church, Michael's Church, an impressive Gothic building steeped in centuries of history. Its interior will amaze you with its architectural details and unique atmosphere. Right after leaving the church, you'll enjoy a leisurely walk along the shores of Linlithgow Loch, a tranquil natural setting that offers a picture-perfect view of the palace reflected in the water.

After this first part of the tour, we will stop for a coffee or tea at a cosy local café, where you can take a break and enjoy the town's peaceful atmosphere. Afterwards, we will venture into the town's streets for a guided tour of the historic centre, discovering charming spots, local tales, and details that only a knowledgeable guide can reveal.

Linlithgow is much more than just a day trip: it's a journey back in time. This tour is designed for those who want to get to know Scotland beyond the most popular tourist destinations, exploring its history, its people, and its landscapes in a relaxed and in-depth way. What's more, the train ride will give you a local and sustainable experience, without you having to worry about transport.

At the end of the tour, we will return together by train to Edinburgh, leaving you plenty of time to continue enjoying the city in the afternoon.

Location

Activity location

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    • Linlithgow Palace
    • Linlithgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 9 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BG, UK | The meeting point for our activity will be in front of the Statue of the Duke of Wellington. Our guide will be waiting at the meeting point holding a purple umbrella and company ID. It is recommended that you arrive at the meeting point a few minutes before the activity starts.
    • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • 9 Waterloo Pl, Edinburgh EH1 3BG, UK | The meeting point for our activity will be in front of the Statue of the Duke of Wellington. Our tour guide will be waiting at the meeting point with a lilac umbrella and company identification. We recommend arriving at the meeting point a few minutes before the start of the activity.
    • Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom