Why choose this Edinburgh tour ?
Hop aboard Scotland’s official open-top tour and discover Edinburgh from the best seats in town! With a combined two-tour ticket, you’ll explore both the Edinburgh City Tour and the Britannia Tour, giving you access to the capital’s most iconic sights.
Hop on and hop off as much as you like to take in incredible landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Palace, Greyfriars Bobby, the Royal Botanic Garden, and the stunning Royal Yacht Britannia (attraction tickets sold separately).
Your ticket is valid for 24 hours, so you can pack in as many sights as you like, all at your own pace. And with our fun and friendly team on hand to help, we’ll make sure your Edinburgh adventure is unforgettable—on board and beyond!
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Tour Description & Additional Info:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair accessible
Itinerary Routes
- Opposite to Apex Hotel
- Stop 208440 East pavement, south of Chambers Street
- Stop 207210 west pavement, south of Commercial Street
- Opposite the Apex Hotel
- North Side
- Next to the Body Snatcher Watch Tower
Edinburgh Bright Bus Tours Hop-On Hop-Off Britannia Tour
Schedule:
Britannia Tour: First tour departs from Waterloo Place at 09:00 then every hour till 16:00 which is the last tour of the day.
Stops:
Edinburgh Bright Bus Tours Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour
Schedule:
Summer Season May-Aug: The first tour departs from Waterloo Place at 09:00 and at frequent intervals until the last tour departs at 16:00
Off Peak Seasons Apr/Sep/Oct: The first tour departs from Waterloo Place at 09:00 and every 15 minutes until the last tour departs at 18:00, terminating at 19:05
Winter Season Nov-Mar: The first tour departs from Waterloo Place at 09:00 and every 15 minutes until the last tour departs at 16:00, finishing at 17:10.
*Christmas Day and New Year’s Day we are closed*
Christmas Eve, New Year’s Eve, Boxing Day, and 2nd of January special timetable check with the staff on street for times.
Stops:
Options To Choose for Your Trip:
- City & Britannia Two Tours
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Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Joint Tour Inclusions:
Included with Your Ticket
- Free headphones to keep
Not Included
- Please note Royal Yacht Britannia attractions tickets are not included.
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Special Instructions:
- This Tour is Provided by Bright Bus Tours Hop On Hop Off.
- 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 137 valid reviews on VIATOR.
- Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
- Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.
Tickets may be redeemed on the bus at any stop, or with staff on the street at Waterloo Place, St Andrew Square and Waverley Bridge
