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Edinburgh: Royal Attractions Tickets + Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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£81.00Edinburgh Bus Tour Hop-On Hop-Off
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About
Step aboard a thrilling bus tour adventure, beginning at the charming St Andrew Square, and weave your way through Edinburgh’s finest, culture-rich destinations. Revel in the bustling atmosphere of Grassmarket, an iconic historic marketplace nestled in the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town. Hop off and quench your thirst for knowledge at the National Museum of Scotland, located on the renowned Chambers Street.
The adventure continues to the awe-inspiring John Knox House, a magnificent medieval edifice that has stood the test of time since the 15th century. While there, why not indulge in a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Canongate, where glorious buildings abound? Or perhaps, venture to Holyrood and explore the royal park while paying a visit to the majestic Palace of Holyroodhouse.
What's Included
- 24-hour hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Red Route
- Audio guide in 9 languages plus kids’ commentary
What's Not Included
- Admission to venues
Must Know
- Bus runs every 30 minutes
- Full circuit takes 70 minutes
- Bus services between 09.00 and 16.00
- Due to an event, on Friday 14th August, Stops 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 will be out of service between 6pm and 7:15pm
Good to Know
Stops:
- Waterloo Place
- St. Andrew Square
- Lothian Road
- Grassmarket
- Lauriston Place
- Johnston Terrace
- Lawnmarket
- Chambers Street
- John Know House
- Canongate
- Holyrood
- Our Dynamic Earth
- Regent Road
Until 31st October 2026: First departure from Stop 1 at 8:45am Last departure from Stop 1 at 6pm Frequency: every 7 - 10 minutes
1st November 2026 - 20th March 2027: First departure from Stop 1 at 8:55am Last departure from Stop 1 at 3:55pm Frequency: every 20 minutes
Exceptional timetables:
- 25 Dec 2023: 10:00-15:00, every 20 minutes
- 31 Dec 2023: 09:00-15:00 every 30 minutes
- 1 Jan 2024: 11:00-16:00, every 30 minutes
Instructions
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Before you buy
Kids go free (up to 15 years old).
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On-site usage
- Ticket valid for 12 months after purchase
- Expires 24 hours after first validation
- Simply activate your ticket when entering the bus
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After your visit
The stop at Lawnmarket will be closed and replaced with a temporary stop at the top of Johnston Terrace.
Meeting Point
Reschedule and cancellation policy
Cancel for free until 1 day before your visit date and get a full refund.
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