Linlithgow Castle

Linlithgow Palace

www.historicenvironment.scot
4.6/5
(1.5K) · Attractions & activities in Linlithgow, United Kingdom
Suggest an edit · Your business? Claim now
The magnificent ruin of a great royal palace set in its own park and beside Linlithgow Loch. A favourite residence of Stewart royalty from James I.

Reviews

Tripadvisor
4.6/5 · 1,469 reviews
5-star
70%
4-star
23%
3-star
3%
2-star
2%
1-star
2%
Recent reviews
Any rating
Loading reviews...
Mar 8, 2025
Amazing partially ruined palace in a really lovely wee village with plenty to see on the beautiful walk up. Had a fantastic International Women’s Day themed tour from Lucy highlighting some fascinati…Full review by S4499TP
Mar 6, 2025
Absolutely brilliant. Would recommend to everyone, we also had a lovely walk around the lake with the dog. Some great views.Full review by Simon J
Mar 2, 2025
Holy smokes! This place is huge!! If, like me, you like exploring ruined castles etc, this is the place for you. I won't bore you with details, (see photos instead for a good idea of what to expect)…Full review by apophisguard
See all reviews on Tripadvisor
Loading reviews

Articles

What was once a royal abode for the Stewart kings during the 12th Century, is now a famous historic ruin and a major tourist attraction. Linli…
cityseeker.com
The Linlithgow Palace was one of the principal residences of the monarchs of Scotland in the 15th and 16th centuries. Although maintained …
spottinghistory.com

Questions & answers

Q:
Planning to buy tickets on the door, but is there any advantage to buying them online beforehand?
A:
You'll be fine. The palace doesn't get too busy, unless there's a number of Outlander coach groups arriving all at once - or you plan on visiting on Jousting Day. What I would say though, …
A:
You'll be fine. The palace doesn't get too busy, unless there's a number of Outlander coach groups arriving all at once - or you plan on visiting on Jousting Day. What I would say though, is a Historic Environment Scotland membership is pretty cheap if you plan on visiting other things (nearby Edinburgh Castle, Blackness Castle, or Doune Castle, for example)
A:
Q:
I'm on a road trip, and unfortunately will get to the palace only after closing time. Is it worth a stop just to take some …
Q:
I'm on a road trip, and unfortunately will get to the palace only after closing time. Is it worth a stop just to take some pictures from the outside after it's closed?
A:
Yes as long as you get there before dark.
A:
See all questions on Tripadvisor
Oops! Something went wrong, Please try again after a few minutes

Frequently asked questions

Q:
Can we help?
A:
If you require some more information for your community activity, then we may be able to provide additional advice This additional HES assistance can involve cross …
A:
If you require some more information for your community activity, then we may be able to provide additional advice This additional HES assistance can involve cross-organisational advice on:...
A:
See 1 question
Data from: BusinessWebsite
Oops! Something went wrong, Please try again after a few minutes

Social profiles

Highlights

Tips

People also search for

Nearby

Streetside

Bird's Eye

  • Linlithgow Tourism | The 10 Best Hotels (2025)

    https://www.tripadvisor.com
    Book Now
    AdAlways Great Deals: Search for The Best Linlithgow Hotel Prices on Tripadvisor. Find Discounts on the Best Linlithgow Tourism. Tripadvisor Helps You Spend Less.

    Candid traveller photos · Easy price comparison · Millions of hotel reviews

    4.5/5 (7,904 reviews)

  • Linlithgow Palace Castle Tour - Linlithgow Palace Castles

    https://www.viator.com
    Book Now
    AdJump Queues with Skip the Line Tickets. Instant Confirmation & E-Tickets Available. Full Refund if You Cancel at least 24 Hours in Advance. Book Now. Do More with Viator.

    Over 300,000 Experiences · Verified Reviews · Reserve Now & Pay Later

    Destinations: Rome, Las Vegas, Paris, London, New York, Dubai, Barcelona…
Data from: Tripadvisor · View.co.uk