Big Bus: Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Big Bus: Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour overview

Explore Edinburgh with a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour offering 1 or 2 routes.

Your Experience

Experience highlights

• Discover the enchanting medieval turrets, picturesque landscapes, and captivating Gothic allure of Edinburgh through a flexible 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, allowing you to explore at your own pace.
• Enjoy unlimited rides on the red, blue, or both bus routes, offering frequent departures every 10 to 60 minutes, and catch glimpses of 20 renowned landmarks, some with a history spanning over a millennium.
• Immerse yourself in the narrative of the city with a multilingual audio guide accompanying you on your journey, unveiling hidden tales and intriguing facts about the passing attractions.
• Witness the imposing towers of Edinburgh Castle, the quaint cobblestone streets of the Old Town, the regal decks of Britannia, and the iconic Greyfriars Bobby statue standing sentinel at the entrance of Kirk.

Ticket options for Big Bus: Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Option notes

• - 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour - Access to Red route - Audio guide in 9 languages - Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
• - 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour - Access to Red route - Audio guide in 9 languages - Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
• - 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour - Access to Red & Blue routes - Audio guide in 9 languages - Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Know Before You Go

Ticket delivery and entry

• Your voucher will be sent to your email immediately.
• Kindly show it on your mobile device along with a valid photo ID when redeeming.
• Refer to your final voucher for precise redemption point information.

Big Bus — frequently asked questions

What is included in the Big Bus ticket?

The ticket includes 4 things: 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, Access to Red & Blue routes, Multilingual audio guide and app and Detailed map and live bus tracking.

What ticket types are available for Big Bus?

3 ticket types are sold: Discover: 24-Hour Pass, Essential: 48-Hour Pass and Explore: 48-Hour Pass. Each has its own price and availability, shown on this page when you pick a date.

Can I buy Big Bus tickets on the day?

Yes. Booking is confirmed instantly, so a same-day ticket is possible while slots remain. Popular time slots sell out first, so booking ahead is safer if you want a specific time.

Can I cancel Big Bus tickets?

Yes. This ticket is sold with free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time. Cancel within that window for a full refund; after it the booking is non-refundable. The exact deadline is repeated on your confirmation.

Do I need to print Big Bus tickets?

No. This is a mobile ticket, so the confirmation on your phone is accepted at entry. No printing and no voucher exchange is required unless the confirmation says otherwise.