How to find us

Directions

By bus

A number of buses go via the city centre and stop at the Royal Mile and George IV Bridge. Edinburgh Castle is a few minutes walk from the Royal Mile to Castlehill. Visit www.travelinescotland.com for details.

By train

The nearest train station is Edinburgh Waverley. Edinburgh Castle is a few minutes walk up Market Street to the Castle Esplanade via either Ramsay Gardens or the Royal Mile. The road is quite steep, so visitors with mobility difficulties may wish to use the taxi rank at the station.

By car

Edinburgh Castle is at the top of the Royal Mile, minutes from Princes Street and Edinburgh City Centre. There is no parking at the Castle. However, a limited number of spaces for Blue Badge holders are available. These must be booked in advance on 0131 310 5114.

There is an NCP car park at the back of the Castle on Johnston Terrace. Futher information on parking can be found at www.edinburgh.gov.uk/parking.

By cycle

Located in the heart of Edinburgh's Old Town, the National War Museum is easy to reach by cycle. Find out more on the Edinburgh City website.