The Queens Scottish Residence. (Palace of Holyroodhouse (Edinburgh))

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Product:	Palace of Holyroodhouse (Edinburgh)
Date:	19/09/01 (113 review reads)
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Everything you need to know about visiting The Palace of Holyroodhouse.

How do I get there?

By train the Palace is roughly fifteen minutes walk from Waverly Station.
Many buses from the centre of Edinburgh pass by.
The open top bus tour stops there

How much does it cost?

Adults £6.50
Over 60’s £5
Under 17 £3.30
Under 5 Free
Family £16.30

When is it open?

1 April to 31 October 09.30 to 1800 (last admission 17.15)
1 November to 31 March 09.30 16.30 (last admission 15.45)

Is it ever closed?

Yes it is closed on
13th April
15th to 26th of May
4th to 8th and 27th to 30th June
1st to 10th July
25th and 26th of December.

What is the Palace of Holyrood?

It is the official residence of Her Majesty the Queen in Scotland. The royal apartments are used regularly by The Queen for official entertaining and State ceremonies. They are all beautifully decorated with many works of art from the royal collection. It is set in the large Queens Park where the Queen hosts a garden party in July every year .The year I was offered the chance to go unfortunately coincided with holiday arrangements.
But I was told all about it from friends. Large marquees are set up in case of inclement weather, it is Scotland after all and trays of miniature scones, sandwiches and cream cakes are on offer.

Who has lived there?

Its most famous resident is Mary Queen of Scots and her chambers are housed in the Palaces west tower. Many of Mary, Queen of Scots belongings are on display along with Lord Darnleys Armour and the beautiful Darnley Jewel
The Palace was also briefly the headquarters of Bonnie Prince Charlie in 1745 during the Jacobite uprising.

Are there any guides?

Yes guides are available or you can explore at your leisure.
Guidebooks are also available.

Is there a shop? <
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Like most tourist attractions there is a shop selling a wide range of books, postcards and gift items.

It makes a great day out and on a good day it is lovely to have a picnic in the grounds.
I hope you enjoy your visit and hope this is of help.

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