Linlithgow Palace was built from 1424 and is best known as the birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots (8 December 1542 - 8 February 1587). The palace fell into decline when James VI moved the royal court to London in 1603, following his coronation as James I of England.

Mac

December 31, 2020

Cycling

I can't say how things are now, but in the summer of 2006 it was more or less a ruin that was being worked on. Still it was worth seeing.

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Muffin & Marko

August 30, 2017

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Beautiful idyllic Scottish town at the foot of the castle ruins. This is almost entirely walkable, from the basement to the towers with a breathtaking view.

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Elevation 60 m

1 Apr to 30 Sept: Daily, 9.30am to 5.30pm - 1 Oct to 31 Mar: Daily, 10am to 4pm - Closed on 25-26 December and 1-2 January

Member/Explorer Pass holder: FREE
Adult: £7.20
Concession: £5.40
Child aged 5-15: £4.30
Child under 5: FREE

Contacts

Kirkgate, Linlithgow, West Lothian, EH49 7AL

www.historicenvironment.scot/visit-a-place/places/linlithgow-palace

https://www.historicenvironment.scot/about-us/contact-us/

0131 668 8600

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Location: Linlithgow And Linlithgow Bridge, Lothian, Scotland, United Kingdom

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