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Linlithgow Palace

Castle & Historic Landmark · West Lothian, Scotland

Linlithgow Palace is a castle & historic landmark in West Lothian, Scotland. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £10–£11 · Child £6–£6.50 · Family £29
Checked on the official page: adult (16-64) £10 online / £11 walk-up, child (7-15) £6 / £6.50, concession £8 / £9. Family (2 adults, 2 children) £29 / £31.50; (2 adults, 3 children) £34 / £37.50; (1 adult, 2 children) £20 / £21.50.
Opening times1 Apr-30 Sep daily 9.30am-5pm (last entry 4.15pm). 1 Oct-23 Dec and 3 Jan-31 Mar daily 10am-4pm (last entry 3.15pm). 24 Dec 10am-2pm. Closed 25-26 Dec and 1-2 Jan.
Best time to goWeekday mornings in spring and autumn.
School holiday tipLate August is the sweet spot for English/Welsh visitors: Scottish schools are back by mid-August while England/Wales are still on holiday. Early July is the Scottish local peak, so go midweek.
Best agesAbout 5+; steps, drops and uneven ground, so check pram access
If it rainsMostly outdoors with little shelter; pick a dry day
Money saverCheck English Heritage, Historic Environment Scotland or Cadw membership value; many ruins are cheap or free.
Top tipsSee the Great Hall first, then walk by the loch. Park in the town.
What to packSturdy shoes, waterproofs, layers, picnic, carrier for toddlers

Details checked against the official website on 23 Oct 2026. Venue website or source

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