Route name: City Sightseeing and The Edinburgh tours
Attraction timings: 9:30am to 6pm
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Waterloo Place
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St. Andrew Square
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Lothian Road
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Grassmarket
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Lawnmarket
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John Knox House
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Holyrood
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Our Dynamic Earth
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See Edinburgh's top 14 sights on a bus tour, perfect for those short on time.
See Edinburgh's top 14 sights on a bus tour, perfect for those short on time.
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Red route
Hop aboard the iconic red double-decker and soak up Edinburgh’s magic! This lively route zips you past the mighty Edinburgh Castle, down the historic Royal Mile, and around the grand Holyrood Palace. Wind through Princes Street Gardens, where blooms pop against ancient stone, then brace yourself for breathtaking views of Arthur’s Seat.
Popular stops: Lothian Road, Grassmarket, Lawnmarket & Regent Road
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Waterloo Place
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Holyrood
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St. Andrew Square
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Royal Botanic Garden
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Newhaven
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The Shore
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Ocean Terminal
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Bonnington Rd
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Leopold Place
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Waterloo Place
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St. Andrew Square
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Charlotte Square
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Lothian Road
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Grassmarket
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Lawnmarket
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7
John Knox House
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8
Holyrood
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3 attractions
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Our Dynamic Earth
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Waterloo Place
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St. Andrew Square
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3
Lothian Road
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4
Grassmarket
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Lawnmarket
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6
John Knox House
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7
Holyrood
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3 attractions
8
Our Dynamic Earth
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You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
City Sightseeing tour (Classic red route)
Edinburgh tour (Green route)
Regal tour (Blue route)
5% off
Make the most of Edinburgh with 24-hours city access and gin flavour exploration.
Make the most of Edinburgh with 24-hours city access and gin flavour exploration.
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Edinburgh Gin Distillery:
Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Edinburgh Gin Tasting + Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Edinburgh Gin Tasting
Edinburgh bus tour
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Ride through Edinburgh’s top 3 routes, then roam Scotland’s most popular wildlife park.
Ride through Edinburgh’s top 3 routes, then roam Scotland’s most popular wildlife park.
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Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Edinburgh Zoo + Edinburgh bus tour
Edinburgh Zoo
Edinburgh bus tour
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Pair Edinburgh Dungeon frights with flexible sightseeing across Edinburgh’s top landmarks.
Pair Edinburgh Dungeon frights with flexible sightseeing across Edinburgh’s top landmarks.
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Edinburgh Dungeon
Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh Dungeon + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh Dungeon
Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
This classic route showcases Edinburgh's rich history, featuring major attractions like Holyrood Palace and the National Museum.
Focused on the Old Town, this tour showcases the city's medieval architecture, historic sites, and scenic views.
Explore Edinburgh's royal connections with stops at Holyrood Palace, the Royal Yacht Britannia, and other regal landmarks.
Route name: City Sightseeing and The Edinburgh tours
Attraction timings: 9:30am to 6pm
If you have just one day in Edinburgh, combine the City Sightseeing Tour, The Edinburgh Tour, and The Regal Tour to explore top attractions.
Spend two days exploring Edinburgh's top attractions with City Sightseeing's hop-on hop-off tours, focusing on the City Sightseeing Tour on Day 1 and The Edinburgh and Regal tours on Day 2.
Spend two days exploring Edinburgh's top attractions with City Sightseeing's hop-on hop-off tours, focusing on the City Sightseeing Tour on Day 1 and The Edinburgh and Regal tours on Day 2.
Buses allow you to board and alight at various stops, providing a flexible way to explore key attractions.
The ticket includes unlimited rides on the tour buses, audio commentary in multiple languages, access to various sightseeing routes, entry to popular attractions, and discounts at iconic landmarks and restaurants.
Buses run every 10-15 minutes.
There are three main routes: City Sightseeing Tour, The Edinburgh Tour, and The Regal Tour, each covering different areas of the city.
Yes, audio guides are available in multiple languages for both kids and adults, providing informative commentary on the city’s landmarks and history.
Yes, the tours are accessibility-friendly, with buses equipped to accommodate those with mobility needs.
Tickets are typically valid for 24 or 48 hours from the time of first use, depending on the ticket purchased.