Why choose this Edinburgh tour ?

Explore the historic and vibrant city of Edinburgh in your own time, with an award-winning unlimited 24 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. From the open-top deck you’ll have a fantastic 360 degree view of the spectacular surroundings, which are a blend of stunning natural beauty, and wonderfully historic architecture. This Scottish sightseeing adventure will take you to all of Edinburgh’s key points of interest, including Waverley Bridge, Grassmarket, Johnston Terrace, Old Town, Canongate, Palace of Holyroodhouse, Our Dynamic Earth and much more! There’s also an informative audio tour commentary on the double-decker bus, so you can make sense of the fabulous sights you’re experiencing. With access to 14 stops around the city, and the ability to hop on and off the bus as much as you please within the given time period, you can truly immerse yourself into the culture of this charming destination.



Make the most of your Edinburgh adventure

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Visit Scotland 5 star award-winning tour and Gold Green Tourism award winner
  • Season: All Year Round
  • Until 23rd March 2024: 9am – 4pm, every 30 minutes
  • 24th March 2024 – 2nd November 2024: 8:45am – 5:57pm, every 10 – 12 minutes
  • 3rd November 2024 – 31st March 2025: 9am – 4pm, every 30 minutes
  • Tour duration without hopping off is 60 minutes
  • On 24th and 31st December, the service will end at 3pm
  • Vouchers are valid for 12 months from travel date selected at check-out
  • Kids go free! Up to 3 kids can travel for free per adult ticket. Child tickets must be added to basket when purchasing tickets. Valid for travel before 31st March 2025
  • Due to resurfacing works, the Lawnmarket will be closed from Monday 2nd December for approximately 3 months. Stops 6 an 7 will be out of use

Itinerary Routes

    Red Route

    Schedule:
    Until 23rd March 2024: 9am – 4pm, every 30 minutes.
    24th March 2024 – 2nd November 2024: 8:45am – 5:57pm, every 10 – 12 minutes .
    3rd November 2024 – 31st March 2025: 9am – 4pm, every 30 minutes.

    Stops:

    • Waterloo Place
    • St. Andrew Square
    • Lothian Road
    • Grassmarket
    • Chalmers Street
    • Johnston Terrace
    • Lawnmarket
    • National Museum of Scotland
    • High Street
    • Canongate
    • Holyrood
    • Our Dynamic Earth
    • Abbeyhill Crescent
    • Regent Road


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • 24 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Vouchers valid for 12 months from travel date selected at check-out
  • KIDS GO FREE – Up to 3 children travel for free with every full paying adult
  • Multilingual audio commentary in 9 languages + free headphones & kids commentary!
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry to attractions

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Special Instructions:

    • You must present a printed or electronic voucher to board this tour.
    • Vouchers can be redeemed at any of the tour stops along the route.
    • With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
    • Tour start point – first bus stop is at Waterloo Place which is on the edge of Princess street, but you can join at any of the 14 stops.

    Kids go free! Up to 3 kids can travel for free per adult ticket. Child tickets must be added to basket when purchasing tickets. Valid for travel before 31st March 2025

    Please be advised..

  • This Tour is Provided by City Sightseeing Ltd – UK and Ireland.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/London.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 4 Stars based on 2387 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.