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Family Activities: Easter at the Palace of Holyroodhouse

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Map & directions

Palace of Holyroodhouse, Canongate, The Royal Mile, Edinburgh, EH8 8DX
By car

There is a public car park adjacent to the Palace at Broad Pavement. Please visit the Historic Environment Scotland website for more details.

Accessible parking spaces are located on Horse Wynd, just outside the Palace, on a first-come first-serve basis.

By train

The nearest train station is Edinburgh Waverley. The Palace is a 15 minute walk from the station.  

Visit National Rail Enquiries for times and fares.

By tram

The nearest tram stop is York Place. The Palace is a 20 minute walk from the stop.

Visit Edinburgh Trams for times and fares.

By coach / bus

Bus number 35 stops near the Palace.  Open-top tour buses stop nearby.

Limited free coach parking is available adjacent to the Palace. Alternative pay-and-display coach parking is available on nearby Regent Road.

By bike

A free-to-use public bicycle rack is located opposite the Scottish Parliament.

  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
  • Daily (Monday, 7 Apr 2014 - Monday, 21 Apr 2014)
  • 09:30 - 18:00 (last admission 16:30)

Visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse and search for hidden Easter eggs. Learn about the history of the Palace and gardens, solve riddles and hunt for the eggs to gain a special Easter treat. Get creative and visit the Palace Family Room and make your very own Faberge Egg to take home on Monday to Friday at 11:00 – 16:00. All activities are free with standard admission price. No booking required.

For full details of events and dates visit www.royalcollection.org.uk/whatson

1 YEAR PASS! Enjoy free re-admission for a year if you buy your tickets directly from us. Simply ask us to stamp your ticket on your first visit – a great way to fill the school holidays at no extra cost.

PLEASE NOTE THE EVENT WILL NOT BE RUNNING ON FRIDAY 18 APRIL AS THE PALACE IS CLOSED FOR GOOD FRIDAY.