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Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Dungeon Tickets + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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.

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11:00am - 4:00pm

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

Audio guide

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4.5/5(1,321)

Roberta P

Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Great service for exploring the city with a brief tour. The ability to hop on and off as often as you like is fantastic for getting around comfortably. I recommend this service to everyone, especially those who have trouble walking long distances. The bus runs every 5–10 minutes at each stop; we never had to wait more than a few minutes to get back on. I’ll definitely use it again in the future, even in other cities!

Dean C

Family
Verified booking
May 2026
Very good show, kept us interested the whole time. Great staff who helped me with my disability and helped everything go through smoothly without worrying. Very interactive and a good way to learn history without kids reading books etc.

Cheryl M

Group
Verified booking
May 2026
What a laugh we had. The actors keep it all going to well. Thats my 4th visit over the last 7 years and I love how its been different each time We pre booked on line as it saves quite a bit of money

Robert R

Group
Verified booking
Last week
It was a great way to see the city and some of its highlights. We did the entire loop at first. Then got on and off where we wanted to. I can't believe I have never done this before.

Angel S

Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
Una gran experiencia, si tienes poco tiempo para visitar la ciudad, este autobús te lleva a los lugares más icónicos e importantes. Además, guiados con un sistema de audio en tu idioma.

R P

Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Anna was an absolutely amazing person and she was so helpful when we got stuck on a puzzle, giving us hints. Such an amazing experience and would definitely go again
    • 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.

  • Edinburgh Dungeon

    • Entry to the Edinburgh Dungeon

    • 80-mins show

    Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

    • 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

    • Access to Red Route

    • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, and Russian

    • Horrible Histories' kid's commentary

    • Headphones

    • Free kids' tickets

    • Flexible validity for up to 12 months from your selected date

  • Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

    • Entry tickets to attractions
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 1,321 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Cheryl M

    Group
    Verified booking
    May 2026
    What a laugh we had. The actors keep it all going to well. Thats my 4th visit over the last 7 years and I love how its been different each time We pre booked on line as it saves quite a bit of money

    Roberta P

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    Great service for exploring the city with a brief tour. The ability to hop on and off as often as you like is fantastic for getting around comfortably. I recommend this service to everyone, especially those who have trouble walking long distances. The bus runs every 5–10 minutes at each stop; we never had to wait more than a few minutes to get back on. I’ll definitely use it again in the future, even in other cities!

    Dean C

    Family
    Verified booking
    May 2026
    Very good show, kept us interested the whole time. Great staff who helped me with my disability and helped everything go through smoothly without worrying. Very interactive and a good way to learn history without kids reading books etc.

    Robert R

    Group
    Verified booking
    Last week
    It was a great way to see the city and some of its highlights. We did the entire loop at first. Then got on and off where we wanted to. I can't believe I have never done this before.

    Angel S

    Family
    Verified booking
    5 days ago
    Una gran experiencia, si tienes poco tiempo para visitar la ciudad, este autobús te lleva a los lugares más icónicos e importantes. Además, guiados con un sistema de audio en tu idioma.
  • See Edinburgh’s landmarks and legends with one ticket that covers a full-day city bus tour and a spooky stop at the Edinburgh Dungeon.

    Getting started

    Kick things off wherever you like. Hop on the bus at any stop or head straight to the Dungeon. Just flash your mobile ticket. At the Dungeon, there’s a quick scan and a short security check before the spooky fun begins.

    What to expect

    City Sightseeing: Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

    This tour makes exploring the city super easy. The Red route takes you to all the big sights, and you can get off and back on whenever you feel like.

    Features:

    • Red route access: Get on and off at top spots like Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, the Royal Mile, and Johnston Terrace. Buses run every 10-12 minutes.

    • Audio guide: Hear cool facts and stories about the city in multiple languages. Kids get their own Horrible Histories channel too.

    • Open-top views: Snap pics and soak up the sights from the top deck. You get awesome views all around.

    The Edinburgh Dungeon Ticket

    Time to turn down the lights and crank up the drama. The Dungeon mixes scary stories and real history with actors, effects, and spine-tingling sets.

    Features:

    • Live shows and special effects: Meet creepy characters like the Witch of Edinburgh and watch scenes unfold right in front of you.

    • Drop ride: End with a heart-racing freefall. It’s fast, fun, and totally unexpected.

    • Historical storytelling: Hear wild tales from Edinburgh’s darker days with characters like Maggie Dickson in unforgettable settings.

  • What to bring

    Edinburgh Dungeon + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

    • Have your entry tickets, and ID ready for a seamless experience.

    What's not allowed

    Edinburgh Dungeon

    • Sharp metallic tools or objects, drones, alcohol, smoke bombs, fireworks, glass bottles, illegal substances, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters, large bags are not allowed on this experience.

    • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

    • Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

    • Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 4 years.

    • Entry to kids under 15 without guardians is not included with these tickets.

    Accessibility

    Edinburgh Dungeon + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

    • This experience is wheelchair accessible.

    Edinburgh Dungeon

    • Elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

    • People with back issues and pregnant people are restricted from participating in certain shows of this experience.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

    Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

    • Wheelchairs must be no larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high to board the bus. If unsure, contact the service provider.

    • Just a heads up, each bus can only accommodate 1 wheelchair at a time. If there is already a passenger in a wheelchair, please wait for the next one.

    Additional Information

    Edinburgh Dungeon

    • Facilities: restroom.

    • Guests aged 16 or 17 are required to present ID or a parent/guardian’s written permission.

    • The recommended age for the dungeon is 8 and above.

    Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

    • Children aged 3 and under travel for free. Child tickets must be added to the cart at the final stage of booking.

    • Small and well-behaved dogs allowed onboard.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

    Ticket redemption points

    Edinburgh Dungeon Entry Tickets

    • Show your ticket at The Edinburgh Dungeon.

    • Address: 31 Market Place, Edinburgh EH1 1DF, United Kingdom.

    Get directions to the redemption point

    Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

    • No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

    • You can then board the bus at any designated stops.  

    • Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

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