Edinburgh: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour by Open-Top Bus

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Big Bus Tours - Edinburgh
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Edinburgh: Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour by Open-Top Bus
4.3 out of 5 stars
4.3
990 reviews

Explore Edinburgh with on a sightseeing bus tour. Get a ticket valid for 24 hours and hop on and off to visit major landmarks and attractions, covering the city’s best sights at your own pace.

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Valid 1 - 2 days
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English, French, German, Chinese, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Audio guide included
Russian, Chinese, Japanese, English, Portuguese, French, Spanish, German, Italian
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Rebecca – United States

We appreciated the fact that the local attendant let us exchange our pre-purchased tickets for a the day prior since we had a change in itinerary.

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5 out of 5 stars
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Jan – United States

I liked the convenience of it, and the information but it wasn’t easy to find the stops to hop back on.

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Highlights

  • Listen to the onboard commentary and learn more about the Scottish capital
  • Get a fantastic view of the majestic Edinburgh Castle which towers over the city
  • Enjoy flexible hop-on hop-off access with a choice of two unique routes.
  • Our friendly and knowledgeable staff guarantee an unforgettable experience.
  • Explore Edinburgh for less with Bright Bus – great views, great value

Full description

Explore Edinburgh with a Big Bus Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by open-top, double decker bus. Hop on and off at your own pace with the City or Britannia Tour, designed to match your itinerary. Visit iconic sights like Edinburgh Castle, Historic Grassmarket, and Palace of Holyroodhouse, all while enjoying fascinating onboard audio commentary.


Kick off your adventure at Waterloo Place and hop on the bus for your perfect tour! The City Tour shows you Edinburgh’s must-sees like the Scottish Parliament and National Museum of Scotland, while the Britannia Tour takes you to gems like the Royal Botanic Garden and the Royal Yacht Britannia. Choose your route and let the fun begin as you explore Edinburgh your way!

Whether you’re on the top deck or inside the bus, you can easily explore the city and catch views of iconic buildings and landmarks along the way.


With your ticket, enjoy extra perks and discounts. These can be found on the back of our tour leaflet.

The City Tour includes:

• Waterloo Place
• St Andrews Square
• Lothian Street
• Bread Street
• The Mound
• George IV Street
• Grassmarket
• National Museum of Scotland
• Canongate Kirk
• Palace of Holyrood
• Dynamic Earth
• Abbeyhill
• Regent Road


The Britannia Tour includes the following stops:
• Waterloo Place
• St Andrew Square
• The Shore
• Victoria Quay
• Royal Yacht Britannia
• Fishmarket Square
• Royal Botanic Garden

Includes

  • 24-hour pass with unlimited rides
  • Access to City Tour and Britannia Tour
  • Audio commentaries in 9 languages
  • Dog Friendly
  • Discounts to various businesses on tour routes

Meeting point

The tour begins at Big Bus Stop 1: Waterloo Place, located outside 27 Waterloo Place, in front of the Princes Street Suites. You can redeem your voucher or QR code and hop on or off at any of the designated Big Bus stops along the route.

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5
4.3 out of 5 stars

based on 990 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    4.4/5

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Rebecca – United StatesJune 5, 2025 – Verified booking
We appreciated the fact that the local attendant let us exchange our pre-purchased tickets for a the day prior since we had a change in itinerary.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Jan – United StatesMay 14, 2025 – Verified booking
I liked the convenience of it, and the information but it wasn’t easy to find the stops to hop back on.
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Susan – United KingdomApril 7, 2025 – Verified booking
Brilliant value for money, the driver and reps were great especially when I left my phone on one of the buses. They were quick to find and secure it for me. Great service

Product ID: 413431

Activity provider:
Big Bus Tours - Edinburgh

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