Edinburgh: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour City & Britannia Combo

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Starts
Edinburgh
Languages
English, Chinese, French, German, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, and Italian
Admission
Printed voucher
Minimum age
4 years

Description

Experience Edinburgh’s top attractions at your own pace with a flexible 48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus ticket. This sightseeing adventure covers both the historic city center and the scenic Britannia route, giving you access to must-see landmarks and hidden gems throughout Scotland’s vibrant capital.

Start your journey from Waterloo Place and enjoy panoramic views from the open-top deck or stay cozy inside. The City Tour takes you past iconic sites such as Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum of Scotland, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, while the Britannia Tour brings you to the Royal Botanic Garden and the famous Royal Yacht Britannia.

Your ticket includes insightful audio commentary in nine languages, making it easy to learn about Edinburgh’s rich history and culture as you travel. With frequent departures on the City Tour and hourly service on the Britannia route, you can plan your day with complete flexibility.

This tour is dog-friendly, welcoming both service animals and pets, so you can bring your furry companions along for the ride. Infants aged three and under travel free, making it a great choice for families. Please note that hotel pickup and drop-off are not included.

Don’t miss out on the ultimate way to explore Edinburgh. Secure your spot now and enjoy two days of unlimited sightseeing—check availability and book your tickets today!

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Included

48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus ticket
Access to City Tour and Britannia Tour
Audio commentary in 9 languages
Dog-friendly bus

Destinations

Photo of beautiful view of the old town city of Edinburgh from Calton Hill, United Kingdom.Edinburgh

Map

Attractions

Photo of Museum of Edinburgh,Scotland.Museum of Edinburgh
 City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus in front of National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh city.National Museum of Scotland
Glasshouse at the Royal Botanical Gardens in public park Edinburgh, Scotland, UK.Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Scenic view of Edinburgh Castle and Ross Fountain, Scotland travel photo. Edinburgh Castle is historic center of the city and most popular tourist attraction.Edinburgh Castle
The Royal Mile, Old Town, City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomThe Royal Mile
Scottish Parliament Building, Old Town, City of Edinburgh, Scotland, United KingdomScottish Parliament Building
Lauriston CastleLauriston Castle

Options

Edinburgh: Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tour City & Britannia Combo
This option includes 48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus access for travel on the City & Britannia Routes.

Good to know

Big Bus Edinburgh operates daily except 25 December and 1 January, with reduced service on 24, 26 and 31 December. The City Route runs every 10 minutes until 5 pm, then every 20 minutes until the end of service. The full tour lasts approx. 1 hour 10 minutes. The Britannia Route runs every 60 minutes and takes approx. 55 minutes. Infants aged 3 and under travel free and do not need a ticket. Dogs are welcome, including service animals and pets. For real-time bus tracking, stop locations and service updates, download the Big Bus Tours app before you travel.

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