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
6 Stops | 14 Points of Interest
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Operating Schedule: Britannia Tour (Blue Route): First tour departs from Waterloo Place at 09:00 then every hour till 18:05 which is the last tour of the day.
51 George St
Gallery of Modern Art
Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh
Newhaven Harbour
Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre
Barry Fish
14 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
51 George St
Saint Andrew Square
Lothian Road
Bread Street
The Mound
George IV Bridge
45 Lauriston Pl
58 Grassmarket
National Museum of Scotland
John Knox House
Canongate Kirk
Palace of Holyroodhouse
Dynamic Earth
EH7 5HY
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
- Please note: Waterloo Place will be closed from 7 September for approximately three months. Some route diversions may be required during this period due to local road restrictions.
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Bus Tour?
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Activity code: C-300251P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- 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.
The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Bus Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Bus Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What'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.
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
- Please note: Waterloo Place will be closed from 7 September for approximately three months. Some route diversions may be required during this period due to local road restrictions.
