Big Bus Edinburgh 24 or 48 hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
Overview
Discover Edinburgh with a Big Bus hop-on, hop-off open-top bus tour. Explore the city at your own pace on the City Tour or Britannia Tour, with stops at top attractions including Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Palace of Holyroodhouse, and the Royal Yacht Britannia. Enjoy panoramic views and engaging onboard audio commentary throughout your journey.
Start your adventure at Waterloo Place and choose the route that suits you best. From historic landmarks to hidden gems, Big Bus makes sightseeing in Edinburgh easy, flexible, and fun — whether you’re relaxing on the top deck or travelling inside the bus.
What's Included
- Dog friendly
- Access to City Tour (available with all options)
- 24- or 48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus ticket
- Access to Britannia Tour (available on 48-Hour Tour on City & Britannia Routes option only)
- Audio commentary available in 9 languages
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
What To Expect
15 Stops | 41 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Operating Schedule: Summer (May–October): First departure at 09:00 from Stop 1 (Waterloo Place), every every 15minutes till 17:00 then every 20Minutes, last tour at 18:20. 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
St 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
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Activity code: C-300251P1
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