See Edinburgh Like Never Before on an Open-Top Bus Tour.

Experience the magic of Scotland’s capital with an open-top bus tour through the heart of Edinburgh. From the historic Old Town to the elegant Georgian New Town, this is the perfect way to explore one of the UK’s most striking and storied cities.

Explore the best of Edinburgh on our Hop-on, Hop-off Edinburgh.

Exclusive stops, unlimited hop-on hop-off & audio guides in 10 languages!

Our Edinburgh bus tours provide the perfect introduction to the city, and the best photo opportunities of iconic Edinburgh landmarks from the top deck.

Our Essential ticket includes a 48-hour pass to explore the vibrant streets of Edinburgh with our hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tours! Explore the city at your own pace, hopping on and off the bus from any stop, allowing you to see some of the city’s must-see sights.
Our hop-on, hop-off bus tours give you the freedom to explore the best of Edinburgh at your own pace. Hop off the tour as many times as you like within the validity period of your ticket, and simply hop on again when you’re ready. Alternatively, you are very welcome to remain on board for the entire tour.

From £25.00 per person (£ GBP)

What is a Edinburgh open top bus tour?

Take in breathtaking views of Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, Holyrood Palace, and Arthur’s Seat as you glide through cobbled streets and grand avenues. With expert commentary—available live or in multiple languages—you’ll uncover the fascinating tales of monarchs, philosophers, poets, and rebels that shaped the city.

Finding the perfect Hop-on Hop-off pass duration

Discover Edinburgh landmarks With two different routes to choose from and stops near must-see landmarks and attractions, our Edinburgh bus tours have been mapped out to show you Edinburgh’s most famous sights. You can see landmarks such as Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Yacht Britannia, Greyfriars Bobby & Greyfriars Kirk, National Monument of Scotland, The Royal Botanic Gardens, the Old Town and more!
City (Red) Route Our City Tour route covers many of the major attractions and landmarks in the city. Discover the famous Edinburgh Castle, the medieval Old Town, the historic National Monument of Scotland and the Scottish Parliament. While also passing interesting museums and attractions such as Dynamic Earth, which are located near bus stops making it easy for you to visit. For City (Red Route) stops, bus times, frequency and tour duration
Fully Flexible Bus Ticket This bus tour ticket is fully flexible, which means you can change your bus tour date to another date for free!
Audio guides Tune into our entertaining pre-recorded audioguide, available on all buses in 9 languages (English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese and Mandarin). Tune in to hear fascinating facts and stories about Edinburgh’s beautiful landmarks, rich history and unique culture. Commentary is broadcast from audio sets near your seat – plug in with the free earphones available on board, or bring your own set of headphones with a jack connector.

Why Choose Open Top Bus Tours?

Visit Top Landmarks: Uncover the best of Edinburgh aboard our open-top buses, granting you a 360-degree perspective or the option to disembark and explore at your own pace.
Easy and Convenient: With your transportation needs sorted, seamlessly transition between attractions with just one ticket.
Save Money: Maximize your savings with Hop-on Hop-off bus tours, eliminating the need for additional expenses on local transportation between venues.
Pre-Recorded Commentary: Immerse yourself in the trip with pre-recorded commentary available in English, enhancing your experience with fascinating and informative titbits.

Please always check your tickets for more information on the special features and inclusions on the tours.