Edinburgh: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Duddingston, Edinburgh
Hop on a City Sightseeing Edinburgh bus tour and discover sights such as Edinburgh Castle and the Grassmarket as you travel on an open-top, double-decker bus with panoramic views of the city.
Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Explore Edinburgh at your own pace with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off open-top bus ticket, suitable for families and all ages.
Highlights
- Tour Edinburgh with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus ticket
- Up to 3 kids travel free per paying adult
- Hop off at Edinburgh Castle to enjoy city views
- Informative onboard audio commentary
- Kid-friendly historical stories to keep children entertained
Description
This award-winning open-top bus tour lets you discover Edinburgh’s key locations like St Andrew Square, Johnstone Terrace, the Royal Mile, Edinburgh Castle, and Grassmarket. Learn about the city’s history through the commentary as you travel from the crowded Old Town to the elegant Georgian New Town.
Hear stories of executions in the Grassmarket beneath Castle Rock and historic attempts to capture Edinburgh Castle. Travel along the Royal Mile, linking Edinburgh Castle to the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Use your 24-hour ticket to hop on and off freely, with easy access to museums, galleries, restaurants, and other attractions suited to all tastes and budgets.
Tour Stops
- Waterloo Place
- Lothian Road
- Grassmarket
- Nicolson Square
- Chambers Street
- George IV Bridge
- The Mound
- St. Andrew Square
- John Knox House
- Canongate
- Holyrood
- Our Dynamic Earth
- Abbeyhill Crescent
- Regent Road
- Burns Monument
Includes
- 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Audio guide commentary in 9 languages
- Horrible Histories kid-friendly commentary
- Headphones provided
- Stops near all major sights
- Up to 3 kids travel free per adult ticket
Excludes
- Entry tickets to attractions
- Food and drinks
Important Information
- Until 31 October 2026: First departure at 8:45 am from Stop 1, last departure 6 pm; buses run every 7 to 10 minutes; tour duration about 70 minutes
- 1 November 2026 - 20 March 2027: First departure at 8:55 am, last departure at 3:55 pm; buses run every 20 minutes; tour duration about 70 minutes
- All buses have full mobility facilities and a subtitled screen downstairs for those hard of hearing
- Voucher valid for flexible travel up to 12 months from the selected date
- Up to 3 kids go free per adult ticket; add child tickets to the basket at purchase; valid for travel before 31 March 2027
- On Sunday 19 July, diversions will operate from 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm due to the Festival Cavalcade. Stops 5, 6, and 7 will be closed during this time; delays expected
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before travel for a full refund.
For the best experience, book in advance, bring comfortable shoes, and check departure times for seasonal variations.
