The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo - Platinum Edition 2020

70 YEARS OF MAKING
OUR MARK

Explore the Tattoo’s journey through seven decades of highlights and archive photography

From humble beginnings to a world-renowned International event, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo has come a long way.

Take a journey through time

History

How the Tattoo began and how it has changed over the years.

History

Pipers for The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo

Tattoo on tour

Tattoo pipers, fiddlers and dancers perform at events all over the world.

Tattoo on tour

The venue

The Edinburgh Castle Esplanade is the spectacular home of the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo.

The venue

Latest news

News

70 Years of Making Our Mark

In August 1950 the very first Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo took place on the iconic Esplanade of Edinburgh Castle, and this year we’re marking 70 years of the world-renowned event.

The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo’s Sydney DVD takes the top spot in Australia

Following a successful four-show run in Sydney earlier this year, The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo 'Live from Sydney' 2019 DVD has taken the top spot in the Australian charts as the highest-selling music DVD.

Tattoo products and souvenirs

Find quality Scottish gifts and products to remind you of your Tattoo experience.

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70 YEARS OF MAKING
OUR MARK