Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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£18
Edinburgh
1-15
people
price for
1 participant
1
hour
  • • Explore Edinburgh's Iconic Landmarks on an Unlimited Bus Tour
  • • Experience 24 Hours of Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing
  • • Enjoy the Best Views of Edinburgh from an Open-Top Bus
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Why We Love This Unique Experience

Experience the charm and beauty of Edinburgh like never before with the City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. This award-winning tour offers a unique opportunity to explore the historic and vibrant city at your own pace, ensuring a memorable adventure filled with stunning sights and rich culture. Board the open-top bus, where panoramic views await, showcasing Edinburgh’s breathtaking landscapes and iconic architecture. Perfect for tourists and locals alike, this tour highlights the landmarks that make Edinburgh famous while allowing flexibility to disembark and delve deeper into the city's attractions.

The tour includes unlimited access for 24 hours to a network of 14 convenient stops, making it easy to hop on and off as desired. Guests can visit must-see spots like the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Royal Mile, and the National Museum of Scotland, all while enjoying informative audio commentary in multiple languages. Whether it's a quick stop to explore a historic site or a leisurely stroll through charming neighborhoods, this experience is designed for those who wish to absorb the city's spirit. With kids traveling free with a full-paying adult, it’s a family-friendly adventure that caters to everyone.

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Experience Overview:

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus 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.

What's included:

  • 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!

Not included:

  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry to attractions

What to expect:

Red Route

Duration: 1 hour

Operating 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

  1. Waterloo Place

    Waterloo Place

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  3. 24 St Andrew Square

    St. Andrew Square

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  5. Lothian Road

    Lothian Road

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  7. Grassmarket

    Grassmarket

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  9. Hillcrest Futures - Tollcross View

    Chalmers Street

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  11. 38 Johnston Terrace

    Johnston Terrace

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  13. 11 Lawnmarket

    Lawnmarket

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  15. National Museum of Scotland

    National Museum of Scotland

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  17. Hyndford's Close

    High Street

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  19. Canongate Kirk

    Canongate

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  21. Holyrood Gift Shop

    Holyrood

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  23. 112-116 Holyrood Gait

    Our Dynamic Earth

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  25. Abbeyhill Crescent

    Abbeyhill Crescent

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  27. Regent Terrace

    Regent Road

Points of interest passed by on this route

  • St Giles' Cathedral
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  • Parliament House
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  • Greyfriars Bobby
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  • Scott Monument
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  • National Galleries Scotland: Modern One
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  • Royal Mile
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  • Dynamic Earth
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  • National Galleries of Scotland: Modern Two
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  • Calton Hill
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  • Arthur's Seat
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  • Holyrood Park
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  • Church of St John the Evangelist
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  • Edinburgh College of Art
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  • George Heriot's School
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  • Gladstone's Land
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  • Palace of Holyroodhouse
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  • The Museum of Edinburgh
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  • John Knox House Museum
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  • Canongate Kirk
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  • Edinburgh Hop on Hop Off Tours
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  • Edinburgh Farmers' Market
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  • City Sightseeing Edinburgh
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  • Grassmarket
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  • National Museum of Scotland
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  • Edinburgh Waverley Station
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  • Edinburgh Castle

Details & Important Info

Additional Experience Details & Important Information

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
Saturday 28th September: due to an event taking place, parts of the Royal Mile and Holyrood will be closed between 6am and 3pm approx. Stops 9, 10, 11, 13 and 14 will be closed. Tour diversion will be in place - please check locally

Cancellations & Refunds

Reservation Changes, Cancellations & Refunds

Changes to reservations for tickets can be made until 3 days prior to the date scheduled. Reservations may be re-scheduled by the operator of the activity due to reasons such as weather, minimum participation requirements, mechanical issues or other interruptions beyond their control.

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City Sightseeing Ltd - UK and Ireland

Product SKU: UK-10445-0008
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What People Are Saying

(1727 reviews)

The hop-on hop-off bus tour of Edinburgh comes highly recommended by customers for its convenience, informative commentary, and excellent value for money. Reviewers praised the exceptional staff and knowledgeable guides that enhance the experience, making it a fantastic introduction to the city's rich history and key attractions. Many found it an ideal way to explore at their own pace, particularly useful for first-time visitors or those with limited time. While some noted minor issues like sound clarity and bus stop announcements, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, emphasizing this tour as a must-do for anyone looking to get a comprehensive view of Edinburgh.


Experience Highlights

Informative Guides... Great City Overview... Family-Friendly Experience... Convenient Hop-On/Hop-Off... Value for Money... Excellent Sightseeing... Fun Way to Explore... Helpful Staff... Scenic Views... Must-Do in Edinburgh...

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Edinburgh
1-15
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  • • Explore Edinburgh's Iconic Landmarks on an Unlimited Bus Tour
  • • Experience 24 Hours of Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing
  • • Enjoy the Best Views of Edinburgh from an Open-Top Bus
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