Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Bus Tour
Overview
Hop aboard Scotland’s official open-top tour and discover Edinburgh from the best seats in town! With a combined two-tour ticket, you’ll explore both the Edinburgh City Tour and the Britannia Tour, giving you access to the capital’s most iconic sights.
Hop on and hop off as much as you like to take in incredible landmarks like Edinburgh Castle, National museum of Scotland, Dynamic Earth, Holyrood Palace, Greyfriars Bobby, the Royal Botanic Garden, and the stunning Royal Yacht Britannia (attraction tickets sold separately).
Your ticket is valid for 48 hours, so you can pack in as many sights as you like, all at your own pace. And with our fun and friendly team on hand to help, we’ll make sure your Edinburgh adventure is unforgettable—on board and beyond!
Book now and see the Edinburgh your way, with Bright Bus Tours
What's Included
- Your ticket, your schedule! Buy in advance and activate when you board
- Dog friendly
- Valid for 48 hours with unlimited hop on- hop off
- Mobile ticket
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Multilingual audio commentary in 9 languages + free headphones
- Please note Royal Yacht Britannia attractions tickets are not included.
What To Expect
7 Stops | 14 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Operating Schedule: Britannia Tour: First tour departs from Waterloo Place at 09:00 then every hour till 18:05 which is the last tour of the day.
Waterloo Place
Gallery of Modern Art
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Newhaven Harbour
Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre
Barry Fish
Malmaison Edinburgh City
15 Stops | 38 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour
Operating Schedule: City Tour: The first tour departs from Waterloo Place at 09:00 and at frequent intervals until the last tour departs at 18:20
Waterloo Place
Saint Andrew Square
Lothian Road
Bread Street
The Mound
George IV Bridge
Grassmarket
National Museum of Scotland
Canongate Kirk
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Dynamic Earth
Abbeyhill
Regent Road
Lauriston Place
John Knox House
Additional Info
- 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
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Bus Tour?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-300251P3
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