Edinburgh Castle Car Rental

Yes, you’ll be able to rent a car close to Edinburgh Castle to explore this major attraction and others around Edinburgh. There are loads of benefits to booking a car rental with Expedia, including having a simpler way to travel that’s faster than public transportation. Then there’s the freedom to go wherever you choose, whenever you choose. After you’ve visited Edinburgh Castle, drive on over to nearby attractions such as Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh Playhouse Theatre and Royal Yacht Britannia.

Finding a rental car for your getaway to Edinburgh is simple with Expedia. About 1.13 kilometers from Edinburgh Castle, Europcar is one of multiple car rental companies located in the area. Also check out the rates at Alamo and Sixt. Even if you need a ride today, you can enter your pick-up and drop-off points to view terrific deals from a wide range of providers. Select the one that suits you best, or click on the “Great Deal” box for more exclusive prices.

You can get a cheap car rental near Edinburgh Castle, but several things will affect the price of your ride. These can include travel dates, pick-up and drop-off locations and any extras like a ski rack. Scoring a car that matches your needs and budget is a cinch with Expedia. Check out our offers from a variety of car rental companies, and then get ready to discover Edinburgh Castle and beyond from behind the wheel.

Whether you’re renting a car from Europcar, Alamo or Sixt, you can drop it off at one of the outlets’ rental car return locations close to Edinburgh Castle. Remember that many car rental companies will charge an extra fee if the drop-off and pick-up locations are not the same. Once you drop your rental car at Edinburgh Castle, why not slip into your favorite walking shoes and continue exploring?

Prices can differ, so research your choices for parking at Edinburgh Castle. Head to the attraction’s official website, or download a parking app to locate nearby parking lots or garages. Free parking at Edinburgh Castle might also be available, so make sure you keep an eye out.

Recharge yourself, and your car, at one of Expedia’s hotels with electric car charging stations. See if there are any of these getaways near Edinburgh Castle and wake up ready to discover the city with a full battery.

The closest major airport near Edinburgh Castle is Edinburgh Airport (EDI). It’s around 16 kilometers to the west. Whether you arrange a rental car close to your hotel, the city center or at an airport, you can experience Edinburgh at your own rhythm.

Located about 0.64 kilometers northeast of the downtown area, make Edinburgh Castle one of your first stops during your Edinburgh escape.

Make the most of your Edinburgh trip by planning a few day trips. Once you’ve explored Edinburgh Castle, put on your favorite tunes and head in the direction of Muirfield Golf Course, Livingston Designer Outlet or Linlithgow Palace.

Go to Edinburgh Castle’s official website for accurate visitor information, including opening and closing hours. Seasonality, public holidays and special events can impact an attraction’s operating hours, so a little planning goes a long way to ensuring your visit is as smooth as possible.

Expedia puts all the best deals in one place so you can secure your Edinburgh Castle car rental in a couple of clicks. We partner with a range of outlets small and large, and make it a cinch to widen and narrow your search until you find the ideal ride. You can also save big when you book your hotel, flights and car in a bundle. Check which deals offer free cancellation before you book, then simply cancel via the Expedia Trips portal if your plans happen to change.