Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
City Sightseeing 24-Hr Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Edinburgh
- Discover the best of Edinburgh on this unlimited 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus tour, giving you maximum convenience.
- Get access to the Red Route, with over 13 stops to dotted around the Scottish capital.
- Learn about the city's iconic attractions through the audio guide available on board and enlighten your kids with the kid's commentary ‘Horrible Histories.’
- The open-top double-decker bus will give you the best views of the city – perfect for sightseeing.
- Some popular stops on your route include the John Knox House, Grassmarket, Holyrood & Johnston Terrace.
Inclusions
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Audio guide available in 9 languages
- Kid's commentary
Exclusions
- Earphones
- Entry tickets to attractions
Red Route
- First bus: 9am from stop #2 (St. Andrews Square)
- Last bus: 6pm from stop #2 (St. Andrews Square)
- Frequency: Every 12 mins
- Popular stops: Lothian Road, Grassmarket, Lawnmarket & Regent Road
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
- Tip: Want to take a break from exploring? Savor Scottish cuisine: haggis, fish and chips, and Scotch whiskey by exploring local spots for authentic flavors.
- Facilities: Wheelchair accessibility, audio guide & kid's commentary.
- The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, and Russian.
- The kid's commentary is available under 'Horrible Histories'.
- Please carry your earphones for the best audio experience.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Entry Tickets to 3 Royal Attractions with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours
- Discover the heart of Edinburgh with a 48-hour pass that's your key to the city's best attractions with a HOHO pass to 3 different bus tours.
- With access to 3 hop-on hop-off bus tours, see iconic landmarks such as the Royal Mile, a succession of streets in Old Town, the Grassmarket, and more.
- Enter Edinburgh Castle, home to the nation’s Crown Jewels, including the Stone of Destiny, and admire the views across the capital.
- Sail into the past on the Royal Yacht Britannia as you learn about this floating piece of British history through a multilingual audio guide.
- Step into the Palace of Holyroodhouse and marvel at the artworks and exhibitions that highlight the restored monarchy with a multilingual audio guide.
Inclusions
- 48-hour pass to 3 HOHO bus tours & 3 attractions
- Entry to Edinburgh Castle
- Entry to Royal Yacht Britannia
- Entry to the Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Unlimited 48-hour 3 HOHO bus tours: Edinburgh City Sightseeing, Edinburgh Tour & Majestic Tour
- Audio tour in 9 languages in the Palace of Holyroodhouse
- Audio tour in 30 languages on the Royal Yacht Britannia
- Tip: Don't miss the Honours of Scotland exhibition at Edinburgh Castle, showcasing the oldest Crown jewels in the British Isles!
- The audio-guided tour on the Royal Yacht Britannia is available in English (Adult), English (Child), English (Visually Impaired), Basic English (Good for foreign language students), Arabic, Brazilian, Portuguese, Cantonese, Czech, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, Gaelic, German, Greek, Hebrew, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin, Norwegian, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Romanian, Russian, Spanish, Swedish, Thai, Turkish, Ukrainian, Urdu & Welsh.
- The Palace of Holyroodhouse is largely accessible, with some restrictions in Mary, Queen of Scots' rooms. Concessionary rates are available for guests with disabilities.
- Registered assistance dogs are allowed in the Palace of Holyroodhouse.
- Facilities: Wheelchair accessibility on the Royal Yacht Britannia & hop-on hop-off bus tours, 2 mobility scooter accessibility on the bus tours.
- The Edinburgh Castle is partly accessible.
- The Royal Yacht Britannia and Edinburgh Castle are open 7 days a week.
- Please note that your timeslot will be reserved for Edinburgh Castle when you redeem your voucher.
- Click here to see all the details about the HOHO bus tours.
- Children up to and including 15 must be accompanied by an adult or senior citizen.
- The Palace of Holyroodhouse is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays each week except July, August, and September when it is open 7 days. No alternative will be offered when the Palace is closed.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why Choose Edinburgh Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours?
- Visit Iconic Landmarks: See all of the city’s top attractions from the open-top buses that are ideal for sightseeing.
- Easy and Convenient: Explore the best of the city without worrying about your commute with just one ticket.
- Save Money: Hop-on hop-off bus tours will help you save money as you won’t have to spend on local transport fares to get from one spot to the other.
- Pre-Recorded Commentary: There are audio guides in 9 languages, including English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, and Russian, as well as a special kid's commentary to give you information on all the attractions you will visit.
For more information on the special features and inclusion, please check your tickets.
Edinburgh On Hop Off Bus Tour Timetable
- Timings: 9:05 AM to 5:25 PM
- Closures: 24, 25, 26 & 31 Dec and 1 & 2 Jan
Red Route
- Timings: The first bus is at 9:10 AM and the last bus is at 3:40 PM
- Frequency: Every 30 mins
Frequently Asked Questions About Edinburgh Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours
Q. Does Edinburgh have a hop-on hop-off bus tour?
A. Yes, Edinburgh has a hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Q. Where can I buy Edinburgh hop-on hop-off tickets?
A. You can buy Edinburgh hop-on hop-off tickets online.
Q. Are Edinburgh hop-on hop-off tickets available online?
A. Yes, you can avail Edinburgh hop-on hop-off tickets online.
Q. How much does hop-on hop-off bus cost in Edinburgh?
A. Hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus tour ticket prices start from £16.
Q. How do hop on hop off buses work in Edinburgh?
A. Hop-on hop-off buses in Edinburgh allow you to get on and leave the bus at any of the designated stops to see the major city landmarks whenever you want.
Q. How often are the hop-on hop-off buses in Edinburgh
A. Edinburgh hop-on hop-off buses run between 10 AM to 6 PM and arrive at a frequency of 15 minutes.
Q. Are there audio guides on the Edinburgh hop-on hop-off bus tours?
A. Yes, there are audio guides available for adults in 5 languages on the New York hop-on hop-off bus tours, including English, Spanish, Italian, French & German.
Q. Are Edinburgh's hop-on hop-off bus tours accessibility-friendly?
A. Yes, Edinburgh’s hop-on hop-off bus tours are accessible to wheelchair users.