Great night of watching and listening to military bands from around the world as they paraded around the forecourt of the Edinburgh Castle. It was made more special because we got to meet one of the bagpipe players that my wife knew from Australia, before the show. It was very similar to the Tattoo I attended with a friend back in 1992, with only difference, being that there was, disappointingly, no display by British engineers in their jeeps and motorcycles

What an incredible experience. If you’ve never been and have the chance to go then do it (I’m actually going again 2024) it’s that good. The performance doesn’t start till 21.30pm due to the impact of the lighting that’s required. But as soon as it starts and the bagpipes get going oh it’s spine tingling. All the countries taking part have rehearsed and rehearsed even more. Every year they change the theme so different countries will get invited. The show lasts around an hour or just about. Go early as the queues will become in sane. Don’t expect to rush out as there are hundreds of people in attendance. Go if you’ve not been before

We haven't seen the tattoo for about 30 years. Coming back after so long was a treat. The performances were without exception awe-inspiring. It was a great mix of nostalgia and unusual performances from overseas groups. A tip for anyone who is planning to attend the tattoo next year is to go to the "preview" which happens the day before the official first performance. The tickets are much cheaper. The downside, if it can be called that, is that there are camera crew amongst the performers recording the show for TV. We did not find them distracting. If you enjoy a spectacle you must go. It does not get better than this.

The Royal Military Tattoo was one of the best shows we’ve ever seen. The sound quality was top notch and production value was absolutely unreal. We loved the variety of acts and the inclusion of modern music. The dancers, pipers, musicians, and other performers delivered a high quality, crisp performance. The lone piper was a stunning and majestic performance. Absolutely such a special experience - don’t miss it.

What a show! Excellent performances from all involved. Only negative - be prepared to queue up to an hour prior to the performance. This could be an issue for anyone with mobility issues, as the queues snake around the side of the castle on Johnson Street.

OMG I have never in my life seen anything more spectacular. Everything and more than I expected. The choreography is beyond amazing, as are all the performers. The projections on the castle are brilliant. Fireworks! Bagpipes! Drums! We had side seats in the middle and I would really recommend this area to see this.

Overall very good. Excellent performers, production, sound and lighting. A tad pricey, but I went on the Preview Night for press etc so bagged two half price tickets for £40 each. They seem to have abandoned the traditional parts of the Tattoo, eg the Evening Hymn, Last Post, the Lowering of the Colours, and Auld Lang Syne - the usual solemnities at the end of the performance. Maybe they're too 'fuddy duddy ' for the organisers now, and that's a great shame. Bring back the commentator please - before, during and after the performance. He used to set the stage for the performance and explain what each act was. The thing just goes straight from act to act without any explanation of who's who unless you bought a programme with the Running Order on it.. I know the name of the act goes up on the castle wall, but it's not very obvious and unless you're looking for it you wouldn't see it. Otherwise a good night was had.

This was our 3rd vist in 3 years and we have just booked for 2025! In our view this show was on a par with the 2022 show and was brilliant. As always loved the massed pipes and drums and the US sea service band,-in fact the only disappointment was the us NAVY drill team, who compared to similar ones seen over the last 3 years were not up to scratch. If you haven't been, go. I would agree that if you can get tickets for the preview night, this is more cost effective.

I love the Tattoo, it's such an amazing experience and the professionalism of the show is outstanding. I love the Royal Marine band, blows you away how brilliant they are. I know many have mentioned about the change in the military theme and there is more scottish dancing, which I think you can't fault the dancers, my step daughter absolutely loved the change of dress. Keep the sottish dancing theme. The formations and creative way the bands move up and down the parade ground is soooo good. I agree with some, having commentary & tell us about each act as they come on would make it so more meaniful and appreciative of each act, because that way you buy into their hard work, background, story, all which connect you to the event and tradition and also it would be good to know why the Director/s of the Tattoo has chosen each theme, not everyone buys the programme at the cost of £10 to read all that. The only thing I did'nt think had a place , really were the American singers, last year and this year, more like a musical. I will be back, no matter what, please keep the tickets at an affordable price, Edinburgh is so expensive at it is.

A second visit after a period of about 15 years and it’s just as good as as we remembered. I am amazed at the precision of moving so many participants around a relatively small arena. The whole thing is spectacular and very professional as we have come to expect from our excellent armed services.