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Edinburgh: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour by Open-Top Bus｜United Kingdom
Edinburgh: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour by Open-Top Bus｜United Kingdom
Edinburgh: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour by Open-Top Bus｜United Kingdom
Edinburgh: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour by Open-Top Bus｜United Kingdom
Edinburgh: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour by Open-Top Bus｜United Kingdom

Edinburgh: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour by Open-Top Bus｜United Kingdom

United Kingdom-Scotland , Edinburgh
Free cancellation 3 day(s) prior to experience date
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  • Explore Edinburgh’s landmarks at your own pace on a hop-on, hop-off bus tour
  • Get a fantastic view of the majestic Edinburgh Castle which towers over the city
  • See top sights including Palace of Holyroodhouse and Royal Yacht Britannia
  • Hear fascinating stories of Edinburgh's history with onboard audio commentary
  • Take in sweeping city views from the open-top double-decker bus
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Sightseeing Tours

Tour TypeShared tour
Transportation methodGet there on your own
Tour typesAudio guide
Meal arrangementArrange yourself
Additional service & facilityPet friendly
Family-friendlyFree for children under 2 (no seat)
Sightseeing typeCity walking tour, Historic site tour, Bus tour
TransportBus tour

Product Info

Explore Edinburgh with a flexible Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Tour aboard an open-top, double decker bus. Discover the city’s most famous landmarks at your own pace, including Edinburgh Castle, the historic Grassmarket, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and the Royal Mile, all while listening to informative onboard audio commentary. Begin your journey at Waterloo Place and enjoy easy access to Edinburgh’s top attractions with the City Tour. Hop off to explore highlights such as the Scottish Parliament, the National Museum of Scotland, and the city’s charming old streets before hopping back on when you’re ready to continue sightseeing. Want to see even more? Choose between a 48-hour City Tour ticket, or a 48-hour ticket that includes both the City Tour and the Britannia Tour. The Britannia Tour takes you beyond the city centre to attractions including the Royal Botanic Garden and the Royal Yacht Britannia. With panoramic views from the top deck and convenient stops across the city, this tour is the perfect way to experience Edinburgh’s history, culture, and iconic sights.
The City Tour includes:

Waterloo Place
St Andrew Square
Lothian Road
Bread Street
The Mound
George IV Bridge
Lauriston Place
Grassmarket
Chambers Street
John Knox House
Canongate Kirk
Holyrood Palace
Dynamic Earth
Abbeyhill
Regent Road


The Britannia Tour includes the following stops:

Waterloo Place
Gallery of Modern Art
Royal Botanic Garden
Pier Place
Royal Yacht Britannia
The Shore
N. St David Street

Important Info

Reminders

  • Know Before You Go: Big Bus Edinburgh operates daily except 25 December and 1 January, with reduced service on 24, 26 and 31 December

  • Know Before You Go: The City Route runs every 15 minutes until 5 pm, then every 20 minutes until the end of service. The full tour lasts approx. 1 hour 10 minutes

  • Know Before You Go: The Britannia Route runs every 60 minutes and takes approx. 55 minutes. The Britannia Route is available on 48-Hour Hop-on, Hop-off Tour on City & Britannia Routes option only

  • Know Before You Go: Infants aged 3 and under travel free and do not require a ticket

  • Know Before You Go: Download the free Big Bus Tours app for real-time bus tracking, stop locations and on-the-day service updates

  • Know Before You Go: Dogs are welcome, including service animals and pets

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