Edinburgh Castle

A mighty fortress, dominating the skyline for centuries, defender of the nation.

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[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

This evening the Castle will be floodlit in purple for International Epilepsy Awareness Day.

@epilepsy_scot
#PurpleDay2025 #PurpleDay

[Scotdrone @scotdrone]

Beautiful sunset this evening looking towards Edinburgh Castle with the imposing presence of Ben Ledi in the background. British Airways making an appearance in my shot coming in to land 😊🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 #edinburgh #castle #edinburghcastle #scotland #visitscotland #scottish

[ScotRail @ScotRail]

Heading to Edinburgh? Why not visit @edinburghcastle? 🏰 The castle is just a 15-minute walk from Waverley Station! 🚉 @HistEnvScot

Visit at lunchtime to hear the unmistakable ‘boom’ of the One O'clock Gun.

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

Look at those amazing colours and the beautiful skyline with the castle😍😍

Thanks for sharing @TomDuffinPhotos
https://t.co/sbxeHXOZRs

[Tom Duffin Photography @TomDuffinPhotos]

Sunset on the Spring Equinox - when the sun hits the northern and southern hemispheres equally.

This was a subtle pastel coloured affair with lots of misty softness.

#Edinburgh #Equinox @edinburghcastle

[Tom Duffin Photography @TomDuffinPhotos]

Edinburgh weather - dependably undependable

@edinburghcastle #Edinburgh

[Le Tour de France GB @letour_uk]

And it was allllll yellow! 🟡

See you in July 2027, Edinburgh!

#TDF2027 | @LeTour | @LeTourFemmes

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

We are looking forward to Edinburgh hosting the Grand Départ of @LeTour in 2027🤩

[Tour de France™ @LeTour]

🤩 #TDF2027: see you in Edinburgh for the start of the journey in 2027! 🤩

💛 #TDF2027: rendez-vous à Edimbourg pour le début de l'aventure en 2027 ! 🤩

[Ruthanne Baxter @ruthannebaxter]

After a lovely stroll up the #RoyalMile, on a sunny Saturday, it was a perfect weekend treat to have #AfternoonTea @edinburghcastle with @NickGFinnigan
Highly recommend this experience - delicious savouries, #cakes & #cocktails in the Queen Anne Tearoom. #Heritage #hospitality

[Historic Environment Scotland @HistEnvScot]

"To anyone out there wondering if they can do something like this - trust me, you can."

We asked Mackenzie, Apprentice Painter at @edinburghcastle, to write a letter to his younger self explaining how he ended up working with us. #ScotAppWeek25 #IMakeHistory

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

@piccadilly_boy No worries :)
Glad you got your tickets🏰

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

The castle will be floodlit yellow tonight for Endometriosis Awareness Month.
@endowarriorswl
#EndometriosisAwareness
#EndoWarriorsWestLothian
#LightUpYellow
#ShineALightInADarkPlace
#TALKENDO

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

Please note the Royal Scots/Royal Regiment of Scotland Museum will be closed on the following dates 👇

Thursday 13, Thursday 20 & Wednesday 26 March.

On Wednesday 12 & Tuesday 25 March, they will open at the later time of 1pm.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

❗Due to the weather warning in place for (Sun 23 Feb), we may need to delay opening, or close to ensure the safety of our staff and visitors.

We're keeping an eye on the weather and will review tomorrow morning.
Find the latest closure info at 👇
https://t.co/VULKlIK5Wn

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

@Kirkiboyg Hello,
Yes the castle is closed all day today 🏰

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

❗Important visitor update
Due to the high winds today (Fri 21 Feb) the castle will be closed to ensure visitor and staff safety.

We are sorry for the inconvenience caused. Ticketholders will be emailed further information.

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

Please note that the Scottish National War Memorial will be closed until 1pm due to a service on Monday 24 February. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

📢Good news!
The castle has now opened for this afternoon.

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

Due to the strong winds today, Thu 20 Feb, we are delaying opening until at least 1pm so we can carry out our safety checks.

All ticket holders for this morning will be emailed and tickets will be refunded.

For updates, please keep following us on our social channels.

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

Due to the strong winds today, Thu 20 Feb, we are delaying opening until at least 1pm so we can carry out our safety checks.

All ticket holders for this morning will be emailed and tickets will be refunded.

For updates, please keep following us on our social channels.

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

Further to the below, the Royal Scots & Royal Regiment of Scotland Museum will be closed all day Wed 19, Thu 20 and Wed 26 Feb all day, as well as Thu 27 Feb until 1pm, for essential maintenance. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.

[Edinburgh Castle @edinburghcastle]

Please note that the Royal Scots & Royal Regiment of Scotland Museum will be closed all day Wed 19 Feb for essential maintenance. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused.