Beyond Edinburgh

Linlithgow Palace

Palace·Stirling

Historic Environment Scotland

About Linlithgow Palace

Linlithgow Palace, birthplace of Mary Queen of Scots, was a Renaissance residence built and added to by the Stewart kings (Historic Environment Scotland).

Why it's on our list

  • Historic Environment Scotland

Opening hours, prices and seasonal openings change, so please check with Linlithgow Palace before you go.

What’s nearby

Distances from Linlithgow Palace are approximate, measured in a straight line (as the crow flies). Times are approximate too: walking at about 80 metres a minute, cycling at about 14 km/h and driving at typical city-traffic speeds. Traffic and routes vary.

Key sights

  1. Edinburgh Airport15 kmCar or taxi 47 min
  2. Royal Botanic Garden24 kmCar or taxi 72 min

Main railway stations

  1. Haymarket24 kmCar or taxi 70 min

Location

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