Palace of Holyroodhouse

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Palace Of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, Royal Mile, Edinburgh, Lothian, EH8 8DX

Tel: +44 (131) 5565100

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Royal Collection Trust © 2012 Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Her Majesty The Queen's official residence in Scotland, stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile against the spectacular backdrop of Arthur's Seat.

The Palace of Holyroodhouse, the official residence in Scotland of Her Majesty The Queen, stands at the end of Edinburgh's Royal Mile against the spectacular backdrop of Arthur's Seat.

At the Palace of Holyroodhouse visitors can explore the 14 historic and State Apartments and the ruins of Holyrood Abbey with a complimentary audio tour. Best known as the home of Mary, Queen of Scots, today the State Apartments are used regularly by The Queen for State ceremonies and official entertaining.
 
The Queen's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse hosts a programme of changing exhibitions from the Royal Collection.

Current exhibition:

Treasures from The Queen's Palaces
Until 4 November 2012

This exhibition brings together some of the finest treasures from the Royal Collection to celebrate Her Majesty’s Diamond Jubilee in 2012. Treasures from The Queen's Palaces reflects the tastes of monarchs and other members of the royal family who have shaped one of the world’s great art collections. Highlights include paintings by Rembrandt and Canaletto, drawings by Leonardo, Michelangelo, Raphael and Holbein, and Imperial Easter Eggs by Fabergé. Most of the works will be shown in Scotland for the first time.

In the historic setting of the Palace's Mews Courtyard, the cafe offers a wide range of refreshments throughout the day, from drinks and light snacks to a changing menu of freshly prepared lunch dishes.

Opening times:

The Palace of Holyroodhouse is open daily.

1 April to 31 October 2012
09:30-18:00 (last admission 17:00)

1 November 2012 to 31 March 2013
09:30-16:30 (last admission 15:30)

The Palace of Holyroodhouse is closed:
15-26 May 2012
26 June - 7 July 2012
25-26 December 2012
During royal visits
 
Admission prices:

The Palace of Holyroodhouse 
(includes an audio tour)
Adult £10.75
Over 60/Student (with valid ID) £9.80
Under 17 £6.50
Under 5 Free
Family (2 adults, 3 under 17s) £28.60

Combined Visit: Palace and Gallery
(includes audio tours)
Adult £15.10
Over 60/Student (with valid ID) £13.75
Under 17 £8.55
Under 5 Free
Family (2 adults, 3 under 17s) £39.50
 
Visitors with disabilities:

Detailed access information is available here: The Palace of Holyroodhouse Access Information

If you have any additional questions please contact our Specialist Sales team on specialistsales@royalcollection.org.uk or +44 (0)20 7766 7324.

When possible, the Palace and The Queen’s Gallery will also offer parking for visitors with disabilities.  To enquire about parking, please telephone 0131 524 1120. 

Opening Times

Open All Year
2013 Opening Times (01/01/2013 - 31/12/2013)

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