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City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Tours

Uncover the charm of Scotland’s capital with a hop-on-hop-off bus tour by City Sightseeing Edinburgh. Visit 15+ historic landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and the Royal Mile. Enjoy engaging live and audio commentary, and explore the city at your own pace!
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City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Tours
Edinburgh sightseeing bus in front of The Royal Mile building.
Family enjoying City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour in Edinburgh.
Red double-decker bus on Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near historic stone building.
Palace of Holyroodhouse facade with central fountain, Edinburgh, Scotland.
Dining room inside Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, with ornate decor and portraits.
Edinburgh Castle viewed from a hop-on hop-off tour bus with tourists.
Passengers exiting a red bus during Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Hop-On Hop-Off bus on a street in Edinburgh with historic buildings and Arthur's Seat in the background.
Tourists enjoying a hop-on hop-off bus tour in Edinburgh with views of Arthur's Seat.
Ornate room with a canopy bed and paintings at Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh.
Historic room with portraits and chandelier at Palace of Holyroodhouse, London.
Visitors viewing portraits in the gallery of the Palace of Holyroodhouse, London.
Palace of Holyroodhouse ruins with arched windows and stone facade in Edinburgh.
Free cancellation
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Snap up this smart combo to save money! Hit Edinburgh’s top sights on a bus tour and enjoy a Holyrood Palace visit with a drop off right at its doorstep!

  • Zip around Edinburgh on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus adventure with 15 stops near all the big hits like Edinburgh Castle, with a bus every ten minutes.

  • Kids ride for free and listen to hilarious audio tales, while you enjoy the sights with audio guides in your language; it's a win for everyone.

  • Get dropped off a stone's throw from the magnificent Palace of Holyroodhouse for your chance to wander the King's stunning Scottish home.

  • Tread the very same floors as Mary, Queen of Scots, and the eclectic State Apartments, while listening to the palace's thrilling, centuries-old secrets.

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  • Snap up this smart combo to save money! Hit Edinburgh’s top sights on a bus tour and enjoy a Holyrood Palace visit with a drop off right at its doorstep!

  • Zip around Edinburgh on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus adventure with 15 stops near all the big hits like Edinburgh Castle, with a bus every ten minutes.

  • Kids ride for free and listen to hilarious audio tales, while you enjoy the sights with audio guides in your language; it's a win for everyone.

  • Get dropped off a stone's throw from the magnificent Palace of Holyroodhouse for your chance to wander the King's stunning Scottish home.

  • Tread the very same floors as Mary, Queen of Scots, and the eclectic State Apartments, while listening to the palace's thrilling, centuries-old secrets.

from £42
£39.90

5% off

Edinburgh hop-on hop-off bus in front of historic buildings on a city street.
Visitors with map preparing to board red HOHO bus.
HOHO bus on street near Edinburgh Castle with cityscape in background.
Tourists on HOHO bus near Edinburgh Castle, Scotland.
Guide speaking into a microphone on an Edinburgh HOHO bus tour.
Edinburgh Botanic Garden glasshouse with visitors walking nearby.
Couple enjoying a view from a ship deck with The Grande Ticket.
Royal Yacht Britannia docked with flags displayed.
Bell of H.M. Yacht Britannia, part of the Royal Edinburgh Tour attractions.
Passengers enjoying the view from the upper deck of a HOHO bus near a hillside with yellow flowers.
Palace of Holyroodhouse in Edinburgh with blue sky and clouds.
Historic mansion with ornate chimneys and manicured gardens, part of The Grande Ticket tour.
Edinburgh Castle front gate with stone walls and flags flying above.
Visitors observing the Great Hall's medieval armor display inside Edinburgh Castle.
Scottish Parliament building in Edinburgh with modern architecture and surrounding greenery.
Edinburgh sightseeing bus in front of historic building on a sunny day.
Royal Mile Edinburgh with St. Giles' Cathedral and red phone booths.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Flexible duration
  • Get a full city overview of Edinburgh, with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour aboard an open-top double-decker bus.

  • Travel through both the Old and New Towns on 3 routes with 15 convenient stops, enjoying the freedom to hop on and off as often as you like.

  • Follow a live guide on the Green Route sharing fascinating stories of the city’s past, or tune into a multilingual audio guide, and take advantage of exclusive discounts at popular attractions along the way.

  • See Edinburgh’s highlights up close: explore Scottish history at the National Museum, stroll through the lively Grassmarket, admire the panoramic views from Calton Hill, and relax in the Royal Botanic Gardens.

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  • Get a full city overview of Edinburgh, with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour aboard an open-top double-decker bus.

  • Travel through both the Old and New Towns on 3 routes with 15 convenient stops, enjoying the freedom to hop on and off as often as you like.

  • Follow a live guide on the Green Route sharing fascinating stories of the city’s past, or tune into a multilingual audio guide, and take advantage of exclusive discounts at popular attractions along the way.

  • See Edinburgh’s highlights up close: explore Scottish history at the National Museum, stroll through the lively Grassmarket, admire the panoramic views from Calton Hill, and relax in the Royal Botanic Gardens.

from
£26
Edinburgh hop-on hop-off bus near historic buildings and Royal Yacht Britannia docked.
Red double-decker bus on Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near historic stone building.
Edinburgh Castle viewed from a hop-on hop-off tour bus with tourists.
Royal Yacht Britannia docked in Edinburgh with cityscape in the background.
Guests enjoying the view on the deck of the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Tourists enjoying a hop-on hop-off bus tour in Edinburgh with views of Arthur's Seat.
Edinburgh hop-on hop-off tour bus in front of historic buildings.
Family enjoying City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour in Edinburgh.
Guests enjoying afternoon tea on the Royal Yacht Britannia with a guide.
Bell of H.M. Yacht Britannia, part of the Royal Edinburgh Tour attractions.
Control panel with telephones on the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Free cancellation
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Ride Edinburgh’s Red Route freely for 24 hours, hopping on and off at landmarks, with flexible ticket validity that lets you plan your visit anytime within twelve months.

  • On the tour, listen to audio guides in multiple languages through provided headphones, while kids enjoy lively Horrible Histories commentary & free tickets for tiny tots make family travel easier.

  • Walk through the Royal Yacht Britannia at your own pace, using a multilingual audio guide that explains each room as you move from royal spaces to working decks

  • Keep your itinerary simple by combining transport and attraction entry, letting you explore Edinburgh at your pace before visiting the Royal Yacht Britannia in detail.

More details

  • Ride Edinburgh’s Red Route freely for 24 hours, hopping on and off at landmarks, with flexible ticket validity that lets you plan your visit anytime within twelve months.

  • On the tour, listen to audio guides in multiple languages through provided headphones, while kids enjoy lively Horrible Histories commentary & free tickets for tiny tots make family travel easier.

  • Walk through the Royal Yacht Britannia at your own pace, using a multilingual audio guide that explains each room as you move from royal spaces to working decks

  • Keep your itinerary simple by combining transport and attraction entry, letting you explore Edinburgh at your pace before visiting the Royal Yacht Britannia in detail.

from £45
£42.75

5% off

Red double-decker bus on Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near historic stone building.
Edinburgh Castle viewed from a hop-on hop-off tour bus with tourists.
Edinburgh hop-on hop-off tour bus in front of historic buildings.
Family enjoying City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour in Edinburgh.
Tourists enjoying a hop-on hop-off bus tour in Edinburgh with views of Arthur's Seat.
Hop-On Hop-Off bus on a street in Edinburgh with historic buildings and Arthur's Seat in the background.
Family enjoying Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour, pointing at city sights.
Passengers exiting a red bus during Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Free cancellation
Book now, pay later
Extended validity
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  • Make the most of your time in Edinburgh by curating the perfect itinerary with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass, valid for 12 months, offering flexible travel.

  • Access the Red Route, with 14 stops spread across the city, and hop on and off as you please, with buses arriving every 20 minutes.

  • With your pass, learn about the city’s history through a multilingual audio guide, along with a dedicated kids’ commentary channel for younger travelers.

  • Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views from an open-top double-decker bus, perfect for sightseeing, including landmarks like John Knox House, Grassmarket, Holyrood, and Johnston Terrace.

More details

  • Make the most of your time in Edinburgh by curating the perfect itinerary with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass, valid for 12 months, offering flexible travel.

  • Access the Red Route, with 14 stops spread across the city, and hop on and off as you please, with buses arriving every 20 minutes.

  • With your pass, learn about the city’s history through a multilingual audio guide, along with a dedicated kids’ commentary channel for younger travelers.

  • Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views from an open-top double-decker bus, perfect for sightseeing, including landmarks like John Knox House, Grassmarket, Holyrood, and Johnston Terrace.

from
£20
Dr Knox's Anatomy Theatre actor at Edinburgh Dungeon and red Hop-On Hop-Off bus in Edinburgh.
Visitors in The Edinburgh Dungeon Courtroom during a guided tour, interacting with a judge character.
Tourists experiencing the eerie Kirkyard scene at The Edinburgh Dungeon in Scotland.
Hop-On Hop-Off bus on a street in Edinburgh with historic buildings and Arthur's Seat in the background.
Edinburgh Castle viewed from a hop-on hop-off tour bus with tourists.
Edinburgh Dungeon room with wooden benches and a portrait of a woman on the wall.
Victorian characters in a dimly lit alley at Edinburgh Dungeon.
Red double-decker bus on Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near historic stone building.
Tourists enjoying a hop-on hop-off bus tour in Edinburgh with views of Arthur's Seat.
Family enjoying Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour, pointing at city sights.
Free cancellation
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Explore Edinburgh’s dark past at the Dungeon and enjoy the city’s best landmarks on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass.

  • Enter the Edinburgh Dungeon with a 15-min timed ticket. Watch dramatic live shows about Scotland’s darkest tales & enjoy a spooky experience with your folks.

  • Get unlimited bus access on the Red Route for 24 hours with audio in 9 languages, special kids’ commentary, free headphones & ticket validity for one year.

  • Only five minutes between the Dungeon and hop-on bus stop means you can smoothly switch from spooky thrills to exploring city landmarks without losing time.

More details

  • Explore Edinburgh’s dark past at the Dungeon and enjoy the city’s best landmarks on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass.

  • Enter the Edinburgh Dungeon with a 15-min timed ticket. Watch dramatic live shows about Scotland’s darkest tales & enjoy a spooky experience with your folks.

  • Get unlimited bus access on the Red Route for 24 hours with audio in 9 languages, special kids’ commentary, free headphones & ticket validity for one year.

  • Only five minutes between the Dungeon and hop-on bus stop means you can smoothly switch from spooky thrills to exploring city landmarks without losing time.

from £35
£33.25

5% off

Clownfish swimming near coral and a red double-decker bus touring Edinburgh cityscape.
Sumatran tiger walking through foliage at Edinburgh Zoo.
Visitors observing primate skeletons at an exhibit in Edinburgh Zoo.
Edinburgh hop-on hop-off bus in front of historic buildings on a city street.
Visitors with map preparing to board red HOHO bus.
Zoo entrance sign at Edinburgh Zoo with visitors walking up stairs.
East African crowned crane at Edinburgh Zoo.
Chilean flamingos in habitat at Edinburgh Zoo.
Edinburgh sightseeing bus in front of historic building on a sunny day.
Tourists on HOHO bus near Edinburgh Castle, Scotland.
Guide speaking into a microphone on an Edinburgh HOHO bus tour.
Free cancellation
Flexible duration
  • Hop between city landmarks and then spend hours with giant pandas and penguins. One ticket, two standout Edinburgh experiences you can enjoy your way.

  • Visit one of Scotland’s top wildlife attractions with diverse species like Amur tigers, sun bears, and penguins in spacious, custom-designed enclosures.

  • Ride open-top buses across three themed routes with commentary in 9+ languages, live guides, headphones, and discounts at top Edinburgh landmarks.

More details

  • Hop between city landmarks and then spend hours with giant pandas and penguins. One ticket, two standout Edinburgh experiences you can enjoy your way.

  • Visit one of Scotland’s top wildlife attractions with diverse species like Amur tigers, sun bears, and penguins in spacious, custom-designed enclosures.

  • Ride open-top buses across three themed routes with commentary in 9+ languages, live guides, headphones, and discounts at top Edinburgh landmarks.

from £53.25
£50.59

5% off

Distillery tour guide in Edinburgh with cityscape and sightseeing bus.
Visitors enjoying a whisky tasting at an Edinburgh distillery.
Edinburgh Gin distillery exterior at night with illuminated copper stills.
Red double-decker bus on Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near historic stone building.
Edinburgh Castle viewed from a hop-on hop-off tour bus with tourists.
Tour group tasting gin at Edinburgh distillery, guide explaining bottle details.
Glass bottles with labels for a London Dry gin tasting experience.
Woman enjoying a gin tasting experience in London.
Edinburgh hop-on hop-off tour bus in front of historic buildings.
Tourists enjoying a hop-on hop-off bus tour in Edinburgh with views of Arthur's Seat.
Passengers exiting a red bus during Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Experience Edinburgh two ways: scenic city sightseeing aboard the open-top bus and a guided flavour tour inside the iconic gin distillery.

  • Tour Edinburgh Gin’s distillery spaces, learn how each creation is made, and sample flavour profiles matched with curated mixers and garnishes.

  • See Edinburgh at your pace with one-day Red Route access, multilingual audio guides, entertaining kids’ commentary, and complimentary children’s tickets.

More details

  • Experience Edinburgh two ways: scenic city sightseeing aboard the open-top bus and a guided flavour tour inside the iconic gin distillery.

  • Tour Edinburgh Gin’s distillery spaces, learn how each creation is made, and sample flavour profiles matched with curated mixers and garnishes.

  • See Edinburgh at your pace with one-day Red Route access, multilingual audio guides, entertaining kids’ commentary, and complimentary children’s tickets.

from £48
£45.60

5% off

Edinburgh Castle on Castle Rock with lush greenery and a red HOHO sightseeing bus in Scotland.
Visitors walking near the Ross Fountain with Edinburgh Castle in the background.
Family exploring Edinburgh Castle courtyard, Scotland.
Red double-decker bus on Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near historic stone building.
Edinburgh Castle viewed from a hop-on hop-off tour bus with tourists.
Visitors walking towards the Esplanade Entrance of Edinburgh Castle, Scotland.
Edinburgh Castle stone facade with archway on guided walking tour.
Prisoner hammocks inside Edinburgh Castle's war room.
Hop-On Hop-Off bus on a street in Edinburgh with historic buildings and Arthur's Seat in the background.
Tourists enjoying a hop-on hop-off bus tour in Edinburgh with views of Arthur's Seat.
Family enjoying City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour in Edinburgh.
Free cancellation
Flexible duration
Audio guide
  • Combine a 45-minute guided tour of Edinburgh Castle’s exterior with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass for a flexible city adventure.

  • Walk the castle exterior with a local English-speaking guide and hear fascinating tales of royalty, sieges, and legendary events.

  • Explore the Great Hall, St. Margaret’s Chapel, and Scotland’s Crown Jewels at your own pace with the included city audio tour app.

  • Access the Red Route with 14 stops across the city, hopping on and off at your leisure as buses arrive every 20 minutes.

  • Learn Edinburgh’s history via a multilingual audio guide, enjoy 360-degree open-top bus views, and visit iconic stops including John Knox House, Grassmarket, and Holyrood.

More details

  • Combine a 45-minute guided tour of Edinburgh Castle’s exterior with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass for a flexible city adventure.

  • Walk the castle exterior with a local English-speaking guide and hear fascinating tales of royalty, sieges, and legendary events.

  • Explore the Great Hall, St. Margaret’s Chapel, and Scotland’s Crown Jewels at your own pace with the included city audio tour app.

  • Access the Red Route with 14 stops across the city, hopping on and off at your leisure as buses arrive every 20 minutes.

  • Learn Edinburgh’s history via a multilingual audio guide, enjoy 360-degree open-top bus views, and visit iconic stops including John Knox House, Grassmarket, and Holyrood.

from £59
£54.28

8% off

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Marija D

Croatia
Couple
Last week

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We had an amazing time, audio was incredible, the gardens are perfect, romantic, everything was on top, after the tour we had great coffee and amazing Carroll cake

Combo: Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

Beth M

Australia
Couple
2 weeks ago
Highly recommend holyrood palace lovely experience. Using the ticket/ vouchers from headout were easy and quick. Its a lovely small palace/ house with great interesting history and excellent audio guides.

Combo: Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour + Palace of Holyroodhouse Tickets

Colin J

United Kingdom
Couple
2 weeks ago
Only disappointment was that the animals went inside due to weather which can't be controlled. Still a very enjoyable day.

Combo: Edinburgh Zoo Tickets + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Grace L

United Kingdom
Couple
Jan 2026
My partner and I were only in Edinburgh for a short few days and the zoo was the first thing that we did in googling tickets to the zoo had it was so simple and we had tickets exactly for the time we wanted on our phones within minutes, they were cheaper than if you were to buy them in person and we spent all day at the zoo and had a ball

Combo: Edinburgh Zoo Tickets + Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Moses K

United Kingdom
Couple
3 weeks ago

+4 more

I was allowed to use your office bathroom by your friendly staff and the driver of the Red bus took a beautiful picture of my wife and I.....Ovarally we had a great time...Below is one of the pictures taken by the bus driver..he is really a cheerful man..

City Sightseeing: Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Junaidah S

Singapore
Group
Feb 2026
Went to the Edinburgh Dungeon and honestly had a really good time. It was fun, exciting, and kept us entertained the whole way through. The stories were interesting and mixed with humour, so it wasn’t just scary but actually really enjoyable. The best part was definitely the actors and actresses, they were so into their characters and made the experience feel super interactive. They joked with the audience, stayed in character the whole time, and really brought the scenes to life. Overall, it was a great experience and something different to do in Edinburgh. I’d totally recommend it if you’re looking for something fun, a bit spooky, and not too serious.

Combo: Edinburgh Dungeon Tickets + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Filip K

Group
Jan 2026
The interactions with the actors was definitely the most entertaining part. You could never expect who they would talk to and they made sure everyone felt included.

Combo: Edinburgh Dungeon Tickets + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Agueda M

Brazil
Family
Feb 2026
The tour was great. It's an excellent option for seeing the main sights of the city. I chose the 3-line ticket, and it was a great choice. I recommend using the 3-line ticket and buying it for 48 hours. It's really worth it. It's an excellent option for seeing more than just the city center and the castle. The blue line took us to some incredible and historic places.

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