Scone Palace
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Port
Leith (Edinburgh), Scotland, United Kingdom
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Activity Level
Moderate Activity
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Excursion Type
All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At (prices in USD)
$160
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
5 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals included
A scenic drive by motorcoach takes you north across the Forth Road Bridge, through the Kingdom of Fife and into Perthshire to the village of Scone (pronounced skoon).
Formerly the coronation place of Scottish kings, including Macbeth and Robert the Bruce, Scone Palace is a treasure trove of Scottish history. Its 125 sumptuous rooms house a fabulous collection of French furniture, clocks, 16th-century needlework, including bed hangings worked by Mary Queen of Scots, ivories, objets d'art, and one of the finest collections of porcelain in the country.
Discover the castle at your own pace; there are stewards located throughout the palace, and your guide remains on hand to provide information and answer your questions. Ample time is afforded to absorb this quintessential Scottish royal residence.
The palace's extensive grounds and gardens are also impressive and well worth exploring.
Fresh soup and sandwiches are served before you begin the drive back to Leith.
Please note: Travel time to Scone Palace is approximately 60 minutes each way.