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Explorer Passes
Visiting more than one property?
Then you may be interested in an Explorer Pass. Save on admission to 78 Historic Scotland properties including Stirling, Edinburgh and Urquhart Castle. The passes come in two flexible forms, to suit the length of your stay.
3 Day Pass (over a 5 day period)
Adult £28.00, Child £16.50, Concession £22.50, Family £56.00
7 Day Pass (over a 14 day period)
Adult £37.00, Child £22.00, Concession £29.50, Family £74.00
Adult £28.00, Child £16.50, Concession £22.50, Family £56.00
7 Day Pass (over a 14 day period)
Adult £37.00, Child £22.00, Concession £29.50, Family £74.00
Buy an Explorer Pass
Typical saving
Visit (Adult):Edinburgh Castle £16.00 (based on peak price Jun-Sept)
Stirling Castle £13.00
Urquhart Castle £7.40
Total Cost £36.40
3 Day Adult Pass £28.00 - that's a SAVING of £8.40!
Explorer Passes are available at all staffed Historic Scotland properties or they can be purchased online in advance of your trip.
This site guide shows a full list of sites which are covered by the pass
Site Guide 2012 [pdf, 3.5MB]
This site guide shows a full list of sites which are covered by the pass
Site Guide 2012 [pdf, 3.5MB]Other benefits of the Explorer Pass
- Free entry to Historic Scotland daytime events
- Free information pack with souvenir passport
- 20% discount on audio tours at Edinburgh Castle
Ticket types
Adult - individuals aged 16-59.
Concession - adult aged over 60, unemployed and students in full time education on production of a valid student ID card.
Child - aged 5 to 15 (under 5s admitted free).
Family - two adults plus up to 6 children aged 5 to 15.
Concession - adult aged over 60, unemployed and students in full time education on production of a valid student ID card.
Child - aged 5 to 15 (under 5s admitted free).
Family - two adults plus up to 6 children aged 5 to 15.
