The King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

About this experience

The King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets The King's Gallery at the Palace of Holyroodhouse gives you exceptional access to rotating exhibitions from the Royal Collection at the foot of Edinburgh's Royal Mile. This purpose-built gallery space showcases royal treasures, artwork, and historical artefacts in climate-controlled rooms designed specifically to protect delicate items from the Royal Collection. Your tickets include the current Royal Portraits: A Century of Photography exhibition, running until 7 September 2025. You'll see over 90 royal portraits spanning 100 years of royal photography, including works by Cecil Beaton, Annie Leibovitz, and Madame Yevonde. Her 1935 portrait of Princess Margaret represents the earliest surviving royal colour photograph. The exhibition displays rare archival materials, annotated proofs, and handwritten correspondence from the Royal Archives, many shown publicly for the first time. Every ticket includes a complimentary multimedia audio guide in English that provides detailed commentary about the exhibitions and historical context. While you're exploring royal Edinburgh, you might also consider visiting Edinburgh Castle tickets for Scotland's most famous fortress, or discover the darker side of the city's history with Edinburgh Dungeons tickets. Highlights Royal Portraits exhibition featuring over 90 photographs from 100 years of royal photography Earliest surviving royal colour photograph by Madame Yevonde from 1935 Works by celebrated photographers including Cecil Beaton and Annie Leibovitz Rare archival materials and handwritten correspondence from the Royal Archives Climate-controlled gallery spaces designed specifically for Royal Collection pieces Complimentary multimedia audio guide providing expert commentary Plan Your Visit to The King's Gallery Allow 1-2 hours for your visit to fully explore the current exhibitions using the audio guide. The gallery operates year-round with rotating exhibitions, so each visit offers something new from the Royal Collection. Weekday mornings and early afternoons provide the quietest viewing conditions. The gallery tends to be less crowded than the main palace, giving you a more intimate experience with the royal artworks and historical documents. The King's Gallery offers full wheelchair accessibility with lifts and barrier-free access throughout. Free companion tickets are available for visitors requiring assistance. Photography and filming are prohibited inside all exhibition areas to protect the delicate artworks. Your King's Gallery tickets provide access only to the gallery exhibitions. If you want to explore the State Apartments and ruins of Holyrood Abbey, you'll need separate tickets for the main palace. For a complete royal experience in Edinburgh, consider combining your gallery visit with Palace of Holyroodhouse tickets to see the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland.

Highlights

• Book tickets to The King’s Gallery for your special pass to the Royal Collection’s rotating exhibitions in Scotland and see something new and exclusive with every visit
• Explore royal opulence from 24 Apr–6 Dec 2026 at The King's Gallery, Edinburgh
• See Fabergé and Sargent works, tracing 1863–1918
• Discover the glamorous lives of Edward VII and Queen Alexandra
• View historic 1902 Coronation robes, gilded thrones, and iconic paintings by Leighton
• Witness the monarchy’s shift from Edwardian luxury to WWI duty, featuring Queen Alexandra’s photography and items from the 1901 extensive Royal Tour
• Enhance your visit with a multimedia guide in English included in the ticket price
• Listen to expert insights and history as you explore the royal art.

What is included

• Entry to The King's Gallery at Palace of Holyroodhouse Access to The Edwardians: Age of Elegance exhibition (Apr 24 to Dec 6, 2026) Multimedia guide in English

Not included

• Entry to the Palace of Holyroodhouse Transfers Food and drink Workshops, lectures, group talks, and special events

Before you go

Before visiting The King's Gallery, it's recommended to arrive early to avoid crowds. Wear comfortable shoes as you'll be walking through the historic Palace of Holyroodhouse. Bring a camera to capture the stunning artwork and architecture. The Palace of Holyroodhouse is partially wheelchair accessible, but some areas may be difficult to navigate. It's also a good idea to check the Royal Collection's website for any specific accessibility information before your visit.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 36 hours before the start of your experience. Within 36 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.