Edinburgh taxi

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We will be tendering in on the Caribbean Princess ship next month. We would like to go to the Edinburgh castle. There will be 5 of us and one will be in a wheelchair. How much is the taxi to get from the tender drop off to the castle? Does the taxi drop us off nearer to the castle because of one using a wheelchair?

 

Thanks to all the help.

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We will be tendering in on the Caribbean Princess ship next month. We would like to go to the Edinburgh castle. There will be 5 of us and one will be in a wheelchair. How much is the taxi to get from the tender drop off to the castle? Does the taxi drop us off nearer to the castle because of one using a wheelchair?

 

Thanks to all the help.

 

I think I may have found the price for the taxi to be £22.10 o/w. If it is not please feel free to correct me.

[Bob++]

I thought you would find this helpful - from the Castle website:

Castle Access

The Castle is a historical monument atop a steep slope and so may present access difficulties for people with disabilities. This section explains the facilities we have in place to promote access for all.

 

There is good access around a number of major sights within the castle including:

 

Crown Square

The Crown Room

The Scottish National War Memorial

Mons Meg

The Great Hall

St Margaret's Chapel and viewpoint

The National War Museum of Scotland

The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards Museum

Restaurants and shops.

Additional details on the Scottish National War Memorial.

 

Mobility vehicle

A mobility vehicle is available to transfer those whose physical condition makes the steep slopes of the castle difficult to negotiate. It can be requested from the uniformed Castle staff on the esplanade, or contact the castle in advance to discuss your requirements.

 

Wheelchairs

A limited number of wheelchairs are available on a first come, first served basis, and can be requested from the Castle staff. Note that the steep, cobbled roadways make pushing hard work.

 

Areas unsuitable for wheelchair access

Due to width restrictions, some areas are unsuitable for wheelchair access. These are:

 

The military prisons

St Margaret's Chapel

Queen Mary's Room (Royal Palace)

King's Dining Room (Royal Palace)

The Crown Jewels exhibition.

 

Most of these are accessible for more mobile visitors, but please feel free to ask staff advice regarding your requirements.

 

Free admission for carers

Carers accompanying visitors with disabilities are admitted free of charge.

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I thought you would find this helpful - from the Castle website:

 

It is very helpful, thank you.