Palace of Holyroodhouse (Edinburgh, UK) - history, excursions, expositions. Exact address, cost of entrance tickets. Local legends and ghosts.
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| Palace of Holyroodhouse |
This palace is the official residence in Scotland of Her Majesty the Queen. Holyroodhouse, built in the Baroque style, is located on the famous Royal Mile. The palace, like many old buildings in Edinburgh, is closely connected with the history of Scotland.
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| Palace of Holyroodhouse |
Holyroodhouse is known, first of all, for the fact that the Scottish Queen Mary lived here. It was a turbulent reign, accompanied by conspiracies and murders. For example, Mary saw how in her chambers the jealous husband Lord Darnley killed the royal secretary Rizzio.
Today, state receptions are periodically held in the apartments with the participation of the queen and members of her family. In addition, the palace hosts exhibitions where you can learn more about the history of Scotland. So, here are important symbols - the mantle, which is worn during the knighting of the Order of the Thistle in the Cathedral of St. Giles in Edinburgh. This ceremony is usually attended by Queen Elizabeth II.
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| Palace of Holyroodhouse |
Address: EH8 8DX, Midlothian, Edinburgh, The Royal Mile, Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Opening hours: April - October: 09:30 - 18:00 (admission until 16:30), November - March: 09:30 - 16:30 (admission until 15:15). The recommended visit time is at least 1-1.5 hours.
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| Palace of Holyroodhouse |
Entrance: 14 GBP, tourists over 60 and students (with a valid ID): 12.7 GBP, children under 17: 8.1 GBP, children under 5: free, family ticket (2 adults + 3 children under 17): 36.1 GBP.
Entrance to the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Royal Gallery (combined ticket): GBP 19.10, tourists over 60 years old and students (with a valid ID): GBP 17.90, children under 17: GBP 10.80, children under 5: free; family ticket (2 adults + 3 children under 17): 49 GBP.