Castles in Edinburgh
Castles in and around Edinburgh: 18 castles listed — including 14 medieval castles, 1 palace, 2 ruins. Check what each one is, whether you can go inside, then pick the one worth the trip.
- 1 castle hotels
- 2 ruins to explore
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Common questions
How many castles are there in and around Edinburgh?
18 — each with its location on the map, what it is, and the visiting details we could confirm.
Are castles in and around Edinburgh free to visit?
None are confirmed free yet, and 1 is ticketed. For the rest, entry is not confirmed yet — check each listing.
Can you stay overnight in a castle in and around Edinburgh?
Yes — 1 is a castle hotel, with historic rooms you can book.