Linlithgow Palace Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit Linlithgow Palace in 2026?

Admission tickets for Linlithgow Palace cost £11 for adults and £6 for children ages 7–15 on the day; book online in advance for a £1 discount for adults and 50p for children. Seniors aged 65 and above, and unemployed, pay £8 on the day and £9 online.

Q: Is Linlithgow Palace worth it?

Yes, Linlithgow Palace is worth it, especially for history buffs—the ruins were the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots. Today, the former palace is a shining example of Renaissance architecture, thanks to embellishment by Stewart kings over the centuries. It’s also perched on the banks of a wildfowl-rich loch.

Q: What are the highlights of Linlithgow Palace?

The highlights of the roofless ruins of Linlithgow Palace include the king’s and queen’s bedchambers, where you can admire intricate oriel windows and the far-reaching views from Queen Margaret’s Bower, which stretch to the Forth bridges on a clear day. You can also spot wildlife on neighboring Linlithgow Loch.

Q: Is Linlithgow Palace wheelchair accessible?

Somewhat. Linlithgow Palace is partly wheelchair-accessible. While access to the palace is possible via a small stone threshold, the first and upper floors are only accessible using a spiral staircase. The cobbled areas of the lower floor, while bumpy, are passable. The parking lot has two accessible parking spaces.

Q: Is Linlithgow Palace near any other attractions worth visiting?

Yes. Linlithgow Palace marks the halfway point between Edinburgh Castle and Stirling Castle; there are so many attractions to visit along the way. Once you’ve explored the palace and loch, you can head to nearby Bo’ness to visit Scotland’s largest railway museum and ride the Bo'ness and Kinniel steam railway.

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What are people saying about Linlithgow Palace

Wallace monument, Stirling Castle, Linlithgow Palace Private Tour

Brian_R, Apr 2026

Wonderful!

Ed is an incredible tour guide. He made the history come alive at Stirling Castle and Linlithgow Palace. Highly recommended this tour!

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Charles_G, Jun 2026

The experience was...

The experience was wonderful! Ed was a great guide- very knowledgeable and friendly. He picked us up in front of our hotel and delivered us back there at the end of the day. With Ed in charge, it was so easy to sit back and relax and enjoy the time with family and beautiful scenery! Highly recommend this tour!

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Helena_M, Mar 2026

We enjoyed this...

We enjoyed this historical trip very much. Our driver and tour guide Ed was very knowledgeable and provided a lot of historical facts. He was so nice and accommodating. It was a no rush trip, we had lots of time to appreciate the castles, scenery and history.Thank you Ed for a memorable time!

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Debbie_R, Oct 2025

Great custom tour from Edinburgh

Ed is a very knowledgable and courteous guide. We enjoyed spending the day with him and seeing all the sights. Ed was great about customizing our tour so it fit our interests and activity level. We would look to book with him again if we go back to Edinburgh. We highly recommend a private tour with Ed Tours if you are in the Edinburgh area!

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Lynda_B, Aug 2025

Wallace Monument, Stirling Castle, Linlithgow

Had an awesome day touring Wallace Monument, Stirling Castle, and Linlithgow with Ed! He showed up early, knew tons about Scottish history, and made the trip super fun and relaxed. Ed’s stories brought each place to life, and he was just great company all around. Would definitely recommend booking a tour with him if you want a memorable, hassle-free experience!

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Cheryl_C, Jul 2025

Super guide and super sights…

Our tour guide Ed Silinis was fabulous! He knew the castles inside and out, was engaging and even surprised us when my girls had a special request. I was so happy to see Scotland with his guidance. He also become fed things we needed prior to the trip such as the museum passes and gave helpful travel tips. Seemless and no stress.

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Albert_O, Mar 2024

Oriented in history

Ed knows his Scottish history. He tailored the tour to our desires by asking lots of questions about what we had seen on previous tours and what we wanted to see. His walking tour through Stirling Castle helped us integrate the castle’s history into the larger historical timeline. He was invaluable at Linlithgow castle. His descriptions brought the ruins to life. I would not have appreciated the former grandeur of this structure without his help.

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Urmi_S, Sep 2023

Wonderful tour

Our tour guide Ed was awesome. His Mercedes vehicle was very comfortable. Before the trip, Ed customised the tour to fit our requirements of limited walking for which I was grateful. It was the perfect mix of a lovely travel via Ed's car, across the gorgeous Scottish lands and listening to history from Ed (His knowledge of the history of Scotland is amazing). Very much recommended.