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Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

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Edinburgh, Scotland

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Overview

See Edinburgh like never before with Scotland’s official Hop-on-Hop-off open-top tour! We’ve got the best seats in town and the ultimate way to explore the capital.

Hop on and hop off as much as you like to truly take in the sights of our city tour, including Edinburgh Castle, National Museum of Scotland, Dynamic Earth, Greyfriars’s Bobby, Grassmarket and so many more!

Your 24-hour ticket means you can pack in all the must-sees at your own pace. Plus, our super-friendly team is here to make sure your time on board (and beyond) is unforgettable. Let’s make your Edinburgh adventure one to remember!

What's Included

  • Dog friendly
  • Entertaining Audio Commentary available in 9 languages
  • 24- or 48-Hour Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
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What To Expect

Big Bus Edinburgh City Tour (Red Route)

13 Stops | 41 Points of Interest


Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes


Operating Schedule: Summer (May–August): First departure at 09:00 from Stop 1 (Waterloo Place), every 10 minutes, last tour at 18:20. Off-Peak (April, September, October): Departures from 09:00 every 15 minutes, last tour at 16:00. Winter (November–March): Departures from 09:00 every 15 minutes, last tour at 16:00. For the latest stop locations, timings, and live bus tracking, visit the Big Bus website or download the Big Bus App before you travel.

29 Waterloo Pl

Stop 1 - Waterloo Place (Opposite the Apex Hotel)

St Andrew Square

Stop 2 - St Andrew Square (North side)

Lothian Road

Stop 3 - Lothian Road (outside kirkyard)

Bread Street

Stop 4 - Bread Street ( opposite Dubble Tree by Hilton Hotel)

The Mound

Stop 5 - The Mound (west side of National Gallery)

George IV Bridge

Stop 6 - George IV Bridge (outside the Scottish library)

Grassmarket

Stop 7 - Grassmarket ( opposite apex hotel)

National Museum of Scotland

Stop 8 - National Museum of Scotland (opposite Museum of Scotland)

Canongate Kirk

Stop 9 - Cannongate Kirk (outside Canongate Church)

Palace of Holyroodhouse

Stop 10 - Holyrood Palace (opposite north side of Scottish Parliament)

Dynamic Earth

Stop 11 - Dynamic Earth ( Outside Dynamic Earth)

Abbeyhill

Stop 12 - Abbeyhill (North entrance to Holyrood Palace)

Regent Road

Stop 13 - Regent Road (At Robert Burns Monument)

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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363 reviews

Average 4.35 out of 5 stars based on 363 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Dog friendly
  • Entertaining Audio Commentary available in 9 languages
  • 24- or 48-Hour Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
  • Two Routes available: City & Britannia Tours
  • Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (BST).

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