Beyond Edinburgh
Linlithgow Palace
Historic Environment Scotland

Photo Credit
Image courtesy of © Stephencdickson · CC BY-SA 4.0 via Wikimedia CommonsAbout 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
- Edinburgh Airport15 kmCar or taxi 47 min
- Royal Botanic Garden24 kmCar or taxi 72 min
Main railway stations
- Haymarket24 kmCar or taxi 70 min