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Choose your own adventure in magical Scotland during your Edinburgh bus tour. Simply hop off the bus and see the places that tickle your fancy. Then, hop right back on and skip the ones that don’t! You can explore at your leisure some of the hotspots like St Andrew Square, St John's Church, Grass Market, Chambers Street, Royal Mile, and Scottish Parliament among others. Book from curated Edinburgh bus tours that are the highest rated and guaranteed cheap. And you can get instant confirmations on your mobile when you book online. Reaching Edinburgh attractions is easy and hassle-free with your Edinburgh bus ticket.

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  • Edinburgh Regal Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
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    Edinburgh Regal Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
    • 24-hour Hop-On, Hop-off tour
    • Audio commentary in English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Japanese and Mandarin Chinese
    • Headphones
    • Dive into Edinburgh’s royal heritage with Edinburgh Regal Hop-on, Hop-off tour
    • Take in panoramic views of Edinburgh from an open-top bus that passes through multiple strategic locations on the tour
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    US$ 23.49 per person
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  • City Sightseeing Edinburgh: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour | KIDS GO FREE Special Offer!
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    City Sightseeing Edinburgh: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour | KIDS GO FREE Special Offer!
    • 24-hour Hop-On, Hop-Off ticket
    • Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian
    • Kid's Commentary in English
    • Free headphones and WiFi onboard
    • Kids Travel Free Offer: Enjoy free travel for up to three children with every adult ticket purchased.
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    US$ 23.49 per person
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  • Big Bus Edinburgh: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
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    Big Bus Edinburgh: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
    • 24 or 48 hours Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-on, Hop-off ticket (as per option selected)
    • Audio guide in 9 languages (English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese & Mandarin)
    • Access to City Tour route 
    • Access to Britannia Route (with Explore ticket)
    • Explore Edinburgh’s fascinating history on Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off tour with flexible stops at key landmarks.
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    US$ 26.10 per person
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  • Edinburgh Grand Ticket (3 Bus Tours)
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    Edinburgh Grand Ticket (3 Bus Tours)
    • 24 or 48 hours Hop-On, Hop-Off Ticket (as per the option selected)
    • 3 Hop-On, Hop-Off bus Tours (Edinburgh Tour, Regal Tour, City Sightseeing)
    • English-speaking guide on the Edinburgh Tour only
    • Audio commentary in English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Japanese and Mandarin Chinese on all routes (Also Gaelic on Regal tour)
    • Access top three bus tours for price of one! - Edinburgh, Regal and City Sightseeing Tour
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    US$ 32.63 per person
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  • Two Cities! Edinburgh & Glasgow: Hop on hop off bus tour
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    Two Cities! Edinburgh & Glasgow: Hop on hop off bus tour
    • Edinburgh Hop-On, Hop-Off:24-hour Hop-On, Hop-Off ticket
    • Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian
    • Kid's Commentary in English
    • Free headphones and WiFi onboard
    • Glasgow Hop-On, Hop-Off: 1 or 2 days Hop-on-hop-off ticket (as per option selected) 
    • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Polish and Mandarin on red route & in English on yellow route
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    US$ 49.60 per person
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  • Edinburgh Hop-On, Hop-Off + Palace of Holyroodhouse Ticket
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    Edinburgh Hop-On, Hop-Off + Palace of Holyroodhouse Ticket
    • Hop-On, Hop-Off: 24-hour Hop-On, Hop-Off ticket
    • Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian
    • Kid's Commentary in English
    • Free headphones and Wi-Fi onboard
    • Attraction ticket: Admission to the Palace, the State Apartments, and Mary, Queen of Scots' historic chambers
    • Admission to the ruins of Holyrood Abbey
    • Free multimedia guide, available in multiple languages
    • Access to the Palace's public garden
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    US$ 50.86 per person
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  • Edinburgh Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour + Hard Rock Cafe Entry
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    Edinburgh Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour + Hard Rock Cafe Entry
    • Hop-On, Hop-Off: 24-hour Hop-On, Hop-Off ticket
    • Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian
    • Kid's Commentary in English
    • Free headphones and Wi-Fi onboard
    • Attraction ticket: Skip-the-line access to Hard Rock Cafe Edinburgh
    • One Legendary® Burger
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    US$ 57.70 per person
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  • The Royal Edinburgh Ticket - Bus & Attraction Combo!
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    The Royal Edinburgh Ticket - Bus & Attraction Combo!
    • 48 hours Hop-On, Hop-Off Ticket
    • 3 Hop-On, Hop-Off bus tours (Edinburgh Tour, Regal Tour & City Sightseeing)
    • Entry to Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and the Royal Yacht Britannia
    • Live Guide on the Edinburgh Tour route
    • Audio commentary in English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Japanese and Mandarin Chinese on all routes 
    • Access to three bus tours and top three attractions - you have got the city covered!
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    US$ 99.20 per person
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Top Customer Reviews

  • Muiriosa Griffin   5.0

    Awesome and informative way to see the city, great that you could choose from three different busses. Loved it

    Edinburgh Grand Ticket (3 Bus Tours)
  • MRS LYN LOUISE DEARE   (United Kingdom) 5.0
    Hop on-hop off buses in Edinburgh.

    We used these for the first few days in Edinburgh to get a feel for the area and places. It was easy to identify each bus as they are different colours and titles. The five bus routes overlap to enable the passenger to cover a larger area quickly. The guides that attend some of the tours were very knowledgeable and made the tours entertaining and informative with a little humour thrown in.It was good value because, included in the price was free admittance to Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh Castle and Holyrood Palace. I have type of transport before and highly recommend them. There are various ticket options to suite any traveller and length of stay.

    The Royal Edinburgh Ticket - Bus & Attraction Combo!
  • Lee Cauble   (United States) 5.0

    Best experience with the people of Scotland.

    Edinburgh Grand Ticket (3 Bus Tours)
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Experience Edinburgh in Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

Explore Scotland at your own pace during your sightseeing trip. This flexible tour stops at the top Edinburgh attractions, putting you in control of your own destiny during your vacation! See Edinburgh on a bus tour that includes discounts on attractions, eateries, and more. Or you can decide between a 24-hour or 48-hour tour that runs on three different routes. You can even see the capital of Scotland in a comfortable Mercedes mini-coach as part of a special tour. And, if you want to go all out, opt for a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour with fast-track entry to Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood House Palace, and Royal Yacht Britannia. It’s one of the best things to do in Edinburgh!

Frequently Asked Questions

Hop-on Hop-off Edinburgh bus tours run on designated routes with several stops across all major attractions of the city. The stops are strategically located and allow you to plan your own itinerary accordingly. You can hop on and hop off at the attraction of your choice. Add to that, you can buy a combo tour that lets you explore major tourist attractions at a discounted price. For instance, the Bright bus Edinburgh tour lets you explore the Holyrood Distillery and SHOUT Edinburgh for a wholesome experience.

The major attractions and landmarks covered in the Edinburgh bus tour include St Andrew Square, Lothian Road, Grassmarket, Lauriston Palace, Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh Castle, Lawnmarket, National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, John Knox House, Royal Mile, Museum of Edinburgh, Canongate, Scottish Parliament, and so on.

You can visit the relevant product page and check the Useful Downloads section to find the latest information as routes, stops and timings change frequently.

Most of the tours accompany either a live guide or an audio guide which makes it great for history buffs looking for an immersive experience.

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