Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off: 3 Routes, 24/48-Hr

Hop-On Hop-Off Edinburgh

Explore Scotland’s dynamic capital on our hop-on hop-off bus! With a choice of 24 or 48 hours, you’ll be able to see the whole city. And with the freedom to hop off and on at any of our stops, you’ve got three fantastic routes around Edinburgh available, and you can switch between them with ease.

As you go, you’ll learn all about Edinburgh’s rich history from our informative multi-language audioguide. And at City Sightseeing, we don’t forget the little ones! As you relax and take in the views, children will be kept entertained with the capital’s funniest and most gruesome facts and stories from our hilarious Horrible Histories audio guides.

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Tour

Our City Sightseeing Edinburgh Tour takes you to many of the city’s top hotspots in the historic centre. Some of our main stops are:

• Edinburgh Castle: Towering above the city on Castle Rock, the iconic Edinburgh Castle is the city’s number 1 attraction, offering stunning views and royal history.
• Royal Mile: Hop off right next to Edinburgh’s most famous street, a “Scots mile” long, which runs between Edinburgh Castle and the Palace of Holyrood House.
• Grassmarket: Explore this historic neighbourhood, where vibrant pubs and boutiques now line a square once known for public executions.
• National Museum of Scotland: Hop off here to discover Scotland’s incredible past, from dinosaurs to Dolly the sheep!
• Greyfriars Bobby: Meet the legendary loyal pup whose heartwarming story continues to charm visitors outside Greyfriars Kirkyard.
• Palace of Holyroodhouse: Visit the King’s official Scottish residence to be wowed by its lavish rooms and spooked by the haunting ruins of Holyrood Abbey.
• Dynamic Earth: Travel through time and space in this interactive science centre that tells the epic story of planet Earth.
  
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  Heads north of the city centre to venture further afield, towards the stunning Firth of Forth, an inlet of the wildly beautiful North Sea.
• Royal Yacht Britannia: Hop off right next to the Queen’s former floating palace and find out what life was like for the royal family at sea.
• Port of Leith Distillery: You can’t visit Edinburgh without having a “wee dram”, and this is one of the best distilleries to try out and learn about Scotland’s national drink.
• Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh: admire over 13,500 diverse species in distinct areas, from the exotic Chinese Hillside to the pretty Woodland Garden.
• The Shore, Leith: Relax by the waterfront in this trendy district full of seafood restaurants and galleries.
• New Haven Harbour: Watch fishing boats glide in and enjoy a taste of the sea at this picturesque working harbour.
• New Town: Soak in the sophisticated atmosphere and elegant Georgian streets in this 18th-century district.
• Dean Bridge: Snap a perfect picture from this soaring bridge with sweeping views of the leafy Water of Leith valley below.
  
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  With an entertaining live English-speaking guide on board, you’ll learn firsthand the secrets and stories of Edinburgh’s fascinating past and present.
• Calton Hill: Hop off here for a climb to the top of Edinburgh’s famous hill for iconic skyline views.
• The Burns Monument: Pay tribute to Scotland’s beloved bard at this romantic Grecian-style monument.
• Johnnie Walker Princes Street: Scots love whisky so much, they call it the “water of life”! Learn all about Scotland’s whisky legacy with a tour of the building and, of course, a tasting!
  Scots love whisky so much, they call it the “water of life”! Learn all about Scotland’s whisky legacy with a tour of the building, and, of course, a tasting!
• The Georgian House: Experience the elegance of the 18th century inside this beautifully restored New Town townhouse.
  
  Get your ticket today to explore Edinburgh with us!