The official royal residence in Edinburgh, Scotland, is the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Also known as Holyrood Palace, it is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland. The palace is situated at the eastern end of the Royal Mile, adjacent to the historic Holyrood Abbey. Holyroodhouse serves as the Queen's official residence when she visits Scotland and is used for various ceremonial and official functions. The palace is open to the public for tours when the royal family is not in residence.