Ghost Bus Tours or Edinburgh City Sightseeing Bus or Big Bus Tours
Overview of Edinburgh Bus tours
Edinburgh is famous for its lively arts and festivals, world-class architecture, exciting museums, and beautiful parks! The easiest and most convenient way to discover Edinburgh’s attractions is by taking the Hop on Hop off bus tours. This is especially ideal for those who have limited time in the city and don’t want to go through the hassles of having to figure out how to get from one attraction to another.
There are three main companies (Edinburgh City Sightseeing Bus Tours, Edinburgh Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tours, Ghost Bus Tours) each offering comprehensive tours. Each tour feature different routes and offerings that include a visit to famous sights like a Harry Potter Walking Tour. It’s a good idea to choose the tour depending on what you want to see and your time in the city. Of course, choose something that will give you the best value for your money.
Edinburgh is a fantastic destination to be as a tourist! It has a whole lot of places and sights to see which is why it is important to get the best out of your stay in this city. The Edinburgh Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour also known as "the Green Bus" is a perfect way to experience the hilly capital city of Scotland, to see the Old and New Towns.
This Bus tour takes tourists around 14 different routes every 20 minutes through Calton Hill, where you see the Arthur's Summit and the City Observatory. You get to hop-off at any stop for a walk if the weather is good and to climb atop the famous Arthur's Summit, take pictures and admire attractions closely. At the third and fourth stops, you'll see the 16th-century building which used to be a summer house known as Queen Mary's Bathhouse, the Palace of Holyrood House, Scottish Parliament and ‘Our Dynamic Earth science' centre.
You can spend the whole 70 minutes of your tour on the Green Bus with a live English-Speaking guide onboard the bus who tells the history of this city and its attractions in a comfy, flexible and fun way. It's amazing.
The City Sightseeing Edinburgh bus tour is an incredible way to explore Scotland's capital city. See unmissable attractions and landmarks in Edinburgh with a City Sightseeing Edinburgh ticket valid for 24-hours. Start your tour from the Waverly Bridge and admire the city's top attractions such as the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, the Scottish National Gallery, Scottish Parliament and the Royal Mile.
Edinburgh Hop-on and hop-off bus at any of its 14 stops to explore on foot and see attractions in a close range or relax onboard the open-top double-decker City Sightseeing bus with panoramic views of the city and enjoy the entertaining audio commentary in 10 different languages with free Wi-Fi as well. Your kids don't get to miss out on all the fun as they also get commentaries of the Horrible Histories which is written by Terry Deary a celebrated children's writer who entertains with Edinburgh's gruesome history.
Enjoy unbeatable discounts as you embark on this tour, the City Sightseeing Edinburgh buses are equipped with entrance ramps which aid easy access and wheelchair spaces. For the hearing impaired, guide dogs can be brought onboard, the lower deck has screens so information from the commentaries can be read by tourists. The tour lasts for about 60 minutes depending on weather conditions.
Explore Edinburgh's rich history of spooky ghosts while on a 60 minutes ghost bus tour. Experience Edinburgh\92s dark past on an elegant double-decker vintage Necrobus, as the creepy conductor narrates the execution stories, tortures, occurring haunts and murders in the city. Get an eerie feeling aboard the double-decker ghost bus which takes tourists through the city\92s most terrifying and horrific places, haunted by ghosts. See sites such as the Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, the New Town, Greyfriars Kirk, the Old Town, Holyrood Palace, and Grassmarket.
The classic 1960's Routemaster bus starts its journey from the Waverley Bridge just opposite the Princes Mall exit, next to Princes St Gardens, under the shadow of the Scott Monument. There are no seat reservations as it is based on a first-person service. It is advised you get to the bus 15-20 minutes before it takes off, to secure the best seats. Ride through all the places which used to run peoples blood cold. This is the best and scary way to explore Edinburgh, and also regarded as UK\92s four-wheeled comedy-horror theatre.
The Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Tours is a 48-hour Royal Edinburgh Ticket with entrance to the Royal splendours of the Scottish capital. This ticket comes with a skip-the-line admission to three major attractions in Edinburgh. Explore this beautiful ancient city with the Hop-On-Hop-Off Edinburgh Bus Tours with panoramic views from the open-top double-decker as you see the Edinburgh's top attractions, landmarks, and monuments.
Start your tour at the Waverly Bridge, St Andrew Square or Grassmarket. You get to enjoy this tour with an onboard live audio commentary in 10 different languages (English, Gaelic, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and Russian). Zip through any of the five major routes (Edinburgh, Majestic, Mac, Heritage or City Sightseeing; stops as listed in the itinerary section below) and see the Old and New Towns including attractions such as the Port of Leith, Newhaven Harbor, Scott Monument and Victoria Street just to name a few. Each bus route takes between 1 to 1/5 hours for a full loop.
You also get to enjoy discounts and bonuses with the Royal Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Tour Ticket with free entry to the Palace of Holyroodhouse Palace, and Her Majesty the Queen's Scotland home. Explore the Edinburgh Castle, a UNESCO listed attraction and learn its gruesome and glorified history. With this ticket, you get a free tour of the Royal Yacht Britannia owned for over four decades by the British Royal Family.
What it includes?
What it includes?
Tourists get to travel around Edinburgh in an open-top double-decker hop-on-hop-off bus with a live English-speaking tour guide.
Discounts at attractions, restaurants and more.
Tourists get a 24hr unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with 360º panoramic views of Edinburgh.
Audio commentary in 10 different languages: English - French - German - Italian - Spanish - Portuguese - Japanese - Mandarin Chinese - Russian; plus 'Horrible Histories' Kid's Commentary
You get a 1-hour guided bus tour in the only surviving Necrobus with a spooky and entertaining English conductor, who explains Edinburgh\92s most terrifying and historic attractions; such as the Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Greyfriars Kirk, and Grassmarket square.
Tourists get a fast-track entry to 3 royal attractions (Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Yacht Britannia, and Palace of Holyroodhouse.)
Group Discounts also available with the Royal Edinburgh Ticket, live audio guide in 10 different languages (English, Gaelic, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, and Russian) and unlimited travel on 3 great city bus tours (Majestic, Edinburgh, and City Sightseeing)
Ticket Cost
Ticket Cost
Adult (16-59 Years) - €17.00
Child (5-15 Years) - €8.50
Senior (60+ Years) - €16.00
Family - €40.50
Student - €16.00
Adult (16-59) x1 €17.31
Child (5-15) x1 €8.66
Family (2 Adult, 3 Child) - €41.53
Infant (0-4) x1 €0.00
Senior (60+) x1 €16.15
Student (Student card required) x1 €16.15
Adult x 1 - €19.44
Senior x 1 - €16.01
Children x 1 - €13.72
Student (with ID) x 1 - €16.01
Adult (16-59 Years) - €63.30
Child (5-15 Years) - €34.53
Senior (60+ Years) - €55.24
Infant (0-4 Years) - €free
Ticket Validity
Ticket Validity
1 Day (Ticket vouchers are usable within a 6 months period)
1 Day (Ticket vouchers are usable within a 3 months)
24 hours from the time of first use.
48 Hours (2 Day) from the time of first use
Times
Times
April-October
From 09:05 am to 05:55 pm
November-May
From 09:10 am to 03:55 pm
April - May:
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 pm
June - August:
9:00 a.m. - 7:00 pm
September - October:
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 pm
November - March:
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 pm
Sunday - Thursday: 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Tour Duration
Tour Duration
Full tour lasts 70 minutes
Tours last 60-80 minutes depending on the weather
1 hour 15 minutes
60 to 90 minutes per loop
Departure Point
Departure Point
Waverley Bridge
Waverley Bridge
Waverley Bridge, the north side opposite the Scott Monument
Tourists can start the tour from any of the stops
Bus/boat stops/ edinburgh attractions
Bus/boat stops/ edinburgh attractions
Waverley Bridge.
Regent Road.
Queen Mary's Bath House.
Our Dynamic Earth.
Canongate Kirk.
John Knox House.
Chambers Street.
Grassmarket.
Johnston Terrace.
Lawnmarket.
The Mound.
Charlotte Square.
Hanover Street.
Market Street.
Waverley Bridge
Lothian Road
Grassmarket
Lauriston Place
Johnston Terrace
Lawnmarket
Chambers Street
John Knox House
Canongate
Holyrood
Our Dynamic Earth
Regent Road
Hanover Street
Market Street
Ghost Bus Route:
Scott Monument
Royal Scottish Academy
National Gallery
St John's Church
Caledonian Hotel
St Cuthbert's Church
Greyfriars Bobby
Museum of Scotland
McEwan Hall
Royal Infirmary
George Heriot's School
Fire Brigades H.Q.
St Giles' Cathedral
City Chambers
Tron Kirk
John Knox's House
Scottish Parliament
Burn's Monument
Old Royal High School
Nelson Monument
City Observatory
St Andrew's House
St George's and St Andrew's Church
General Assembly Halls
The Edinburgh Tour:
Waverley Bridge
St Andrew Square, Northside
Lothian Road
Grassmarket
Johnston Terrace
Lawnmarket
Chambers Street
John Knox House
Dynamic Earth
Queen Marys Bath House, Abbeyhill
Old Royal High School
Majestic Tour:
St Andrew Square
Canonmills
Arboretum Place
Ferry Road
Newhaven Harbour
Cruise Terminal
Ocean Terminal
The Shore
Leith Mills
Elm Row
Queen Mary's Bath House
Queensberry House
Canongate Kirk
John Knox House
St Andrew Square
Mac Tour:
St Andrew Square
Lothian Road
Johnston Terrace
Lawnmarket
George IV Bridge
Nicolson Square
John Knox House
Canongate
Queen Mary's Bath House
Regent Blood
St Andrew Squares
City Sightseeing Tour:
Scott Monument
Royal Scottish Academy
National Gallery
St John's Church
Caledonian Hotel
St Cuthbert's Church
Greyfriars Bobby
Museum of Scotland
McEwan Hall
Royal Infirmary
George Heriot's School
Fire Brigades H.Q.
St Giles' Cathedral
City Chambers
Tron Kirk
John Knox's House
Scottish Parliament
Burn's Monument
Old Royal High School
Nelson Monument
City Observatory
St Andrew's House
St George's and St Andrew's Church
General Assembly Halls
Frequency
Frequency
April - October
Every 10-20 minutes
November - March
Every 20 minutes
April - May
Every 12 minutes
June - August
Every 12 minutes
September - October
Every 12 minutes
November - March
Every 20 minutes
Since it is a single bus, it runs after each tour. Every 1-hour 30 minutes
Every 10 to 20 minutes
Complimentary tours
Complimentary tours
None
None
None
3 great bus tours.
Top Attractions Discounts Included
Top Attractions Discounts Included
None
None
None
You get discounts and bonuses with free entry to the Edinburgh Castle, The Royal Yacht Britannia, and Palace of Holyroodhouse.
Other amenities
Other amenities
An open-top double-decker bus with panoramic views
1960\92s Double-decker Necrobus with creepy window curtains, panoramic views of the city horrific attractions at night and atmospheric lamps.
Wheelchair and Class 2 mobility scooter accessible
City Pass which includes this tour
City Pass which includes this tour
None
None
None
None
Other information
Other information
The Green Bus is wheelchair accessible with room for a Class 2 Mobility Scooter
The bus has entrance ramps, it is Wheelchair accessible and has onboard screens for the hearing impaired to read. Guard dogs are also welcome on-board.
The bus is not wheelchair accessible and children under 15 must be accompanied by adults.
Wheelchair accessible, Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
How to use
How to use
Hand your printed Edinburgh Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour voucher to a member of the Edinburgh Bus Tour staff at any stop to get your bus ticket.
Present your printed voucher at any stop to start your tour.
By presenting your Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour voucher to the conductor or bus driver, you get your bus ticket to start your comedy horror show on wheels.
You must present the printed at the entrance of any attraction on the day of the activity.
1. City Sightseeing Bus Tour Edinburgh
(938 Reviews)
Travel through Edinburgh's most amazing attractions. Discover and learn about the Scottish capital city's history and culture, with a 24-hour City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On-Hop-Off bus tour ticket. Explore Edinburgh in an open-top double-decker bus across 14 strategically designated stops, for a 60-minute ride as you admire the top attractions along the way. Hop-on and off at any stop of interest to take photos and learn more about the monuments, landmarks, and attractions such as Edinburgh Castle, the National Museum and many more. Buses take off every 20-minutes to make sure tourists don't wait in line for long, see the capital of Scotland and immerse yourself into this 15th-century city and its skyline while listening to the onboard audio commentary in different languages. Get a clear picture of what the Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyrood House, the historic Royal Mile, and Our Dynamic Earth are with in-depth details on every attraction. Learn about the Old Town which used to be a choked up settlement, where people threw waste from their windows, and the Georgian New Town and its elegance. Hear the tales of hangings at the Grassmarket while admiring the Castle Rock and the numerous historic moves to capture the Edinburgh Castle. Travel along the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse and relax at restaurants, visit museums, attractions, galleries and more at your own time.
Key Points of City Sightseeing Edinburgh Bus tour
City Sightseeing Edinburgh
Access to the City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Open-top double-decker tour of Edinburgh
See the Edinburgh Castle, Holyroodhouse Palace, Royal Mile, Our Dynamic Earth
Hop on and off at any of the 14 stops around the Scottish capital
Onboard audio commentary in 8 different languages (Spanish, Chinese, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian and 'Horrible Histories' Kid's Commentary)
City Sightseeing Edinburgh ticket valid for 24 hours
Tour Edinburgh at your own pace
Learn about the Old Town with the New elegant Georgian Town
Hop-off at the Edinburgh Castle to get a great view of the city
Explore the historic Grassmarket, Castle Rock and more
Walk down Princes Street and shop in beautiful stores
See the Old Observatory and Nelson's Monument
Entry to the National Gallery and the National Museum of Scotland.
Complimentary Sightseeing Tours Included
You get free complimentary walking tour experiences included in the City Sightseeing Edinburgh Bus Tour.
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Bus tour Discounts
With the City Sightseeing Edinburgh ticket, you get discount at restaurants, galleries, museums, and attractions.
How much is a 1/2/3 day City Sightseeing Bus Edinburgh?
The price for the City Sightseeing Edinburgh is as follows:
City Sightseeing Edinburgh Prices (24-Hours)
Senior (60+) x1 €16.15
Adult (16-59) x1 €17.31
Child (5-15) x1 €8.66
Family (2 Adult, 3 Child) - €41.53
Infant (0-4) x1 FREE
Student (Student card required) x1 €16.15 Note: Infants under 4 years get on the City Sightseeing Edinburgh for free with an adult companion.
The City Sightseeing Edinburgh bus tour is a proper way to see the Scottish capital and learn about its history in 24-hours (1-day). With a 24-hour pass, tourists get access to the City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On-Hop-Off bus tour, to tour the city through its 14 stops across the city. The open-top double-decker bus offers tourists the best views of the city in just a day with panoramic windows and views, audio commentary in 8 languages, wheelchair accessible, onboard Wi-Fi, lower deck screens which display the commentaries for the hearing impaired and more. Tourists can hop-on and off at any of the stops they wish, to see attractions, monuments, landmarks, and more at a closer range; some of which are the Edinburgh Castle, Holyroodhouse Palace, Royal Mile, Our Dynamic Earth, the National Museum, National Gallery and so on. Shop at lovely stores while taking a walk along Princess Street and relax at restaurants, bars, lounges and more with discounts. The tour takes approximately 60-minutes, and buses depart every 10-20 minutes.
Is the Edinburgh City Sightseeing Right for Me?
This tour is right for anyone who wants more for a short period of time. The City Sightseeing Edinburgh bus tour is a 1-day (24-hour) pass, which gives you entry to top attractions in this Scottish capital city with a hop-on-hop-off open-bus tour. You get to enjoy a 1-hour tour of Edinburgh along 14 stops across the city, with onboard audio commentary in different languages while your kids get entertained with the 'Horrible Histories' Kid's Commentary, free Wi-Fi, onboard screens with pictures for the hearing impaired, and much more. With this ticket, you get to see the Our Dynamic Earth, Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, National Gallery Holyroodhouse Palace, the National Museum and much more for as many times as you wish within the 24-hour validity period of your ticket as buses run every 10-20 minutes.
2. Edinburgh Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour
(2,337 Reviews)
Get the best of your trip to Edinburgh with a 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus pass. Enjoy the open-bus with 360-degree views of the city as you ride along 3 tour routes with Edinburgh's unmissable monuments, museums, attractions, landmarks and much more. The Hop-On Hop-Off Edinburgh Bus Tour also referred to as the 'Green Bus”, is a fantastic way to see the Edinburgh Castle, Royal Yacht Britannia, Our Dynamic Earth science centre, The Palace of Holyroodhouse, and many more with comprehensive and informational live guides and audio commentaries in multiple (14) languages. Explore the city's top attractions and landmarks your way and see the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh with a 48-hour boat tour option. Never wait too long for the next ride as buses run every 20-30-minutes, hop-on from any of the stops and hop-off as well to get a better view of the attractions. See places such as the Botanic Gardens, Grassmarket, The National Museum of Scotland, see the Arthur's Summit and the City Observatory and also enjoy the boat cruise option by hopping aboard the Forth Belle to cruise the Firth of Forth.
Key Points of Edinburgh Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour
Edinburgh Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour
Save money and time touring the Scottish capital with your 24-hour pass
Explore 3 routes, 14 stops, and many top attractions
See the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh Castle, Our Dynamic Earth science centre, and the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Explore the inner parts of the city with a Live English-speaking guide
Hop-on, Hop-off at any stop of interest and hop back on at the next stop ahead
Enjoy skip-the-line entry to top attractions
Complimentary Sightseeing Tours Included
You get free complimentary walking tour experiences included in the Edinburgh Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour and an optional boat cruise tour.
Edinburgh Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour Discounts
With the Edinburgh Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour ticket, you also get discounts on attractions, restaurants and more.
How much is a 1/2/3 day Edinburgh Hop on hop off Bus Tour?
The price for the Edinburgh Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour is as follows:
The Edinburgh Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour takes you on around the clock tour routes around the city through the New and Old towns with a live English-speaking guide to make things easy for tourists. Take a roundtrip around Calton Hill, where the City Observatory and the summit of Arthur's Seat lie, for a walk during a clear sunny day. Hop-on the Green Bus at any of its 14 stops to start your tour of the city, journey through the inner city and see the Our Dynamic Earth science centre, Edinburgh Castle, The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Royal Yacht Britannia, and many more. Hop-off at any point to stop your tour or hop on the boat at South Queensferry to enjoy the optional boat tour on the Firth of Forth, the buses run frequently every 20-30-minutes so you don't get to wait too long for a bus, and are wheelchair accessible with room for a Class 2 Mobility Scooter for tourists who would like to further explore on foot.
Is the Edinburgh Hop on hop off Right for Me?
This Edinburgh Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour is best for anyone who would like to experience the Scottish capital and see its inner and outer parts with the aid of a live English speaking guide. The hop-on-hop-off bus tour ticket come with an optional boat cruise on the Firth of Forth, see wonderful sights as you travel across 3 routes and 14 stops with top attractions lined up at every stop on the way. The open-top double-decker bus is wheelchair accessible and room for a class 2 Mobility Scooter, you get to see the Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh Castle, The Palace of Holyroodhouse, Our Dynamic Earth science centre, the Grassmarket, once the site of public executions but today it is a beautifully redesigned Victorian Gothic square filled with unique bars, restaurants, live entertainment spots and more. So you can hop-off during weekends to explore further at Johnston Terrace, and see Edinburgh's Farmer's Market. This tour is truly amazing and offers a lot to tourists.
3. Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour
(534 Reviews)
Explore Edinburgh's rich history of spooky ghosts while on a 60 minutes ghost bus tour. Experience Edinburgh's dark past on an elegant double-decker vintage Necrobus, as the creepy conductor narrates the execution stories, tortures, occurring haunts and murders in the city. Get an eerie feeling aboard the double-decker ghost bus which takes tourists through the city's most terrifying and horrific places, haunted by ghosts. See sites such as the Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile, the New Town, Greyfriars Kirk, the Old Town, Holyrood Palace, and Grassmarket. The classic 1960's Routemaster bus starts its journey from the Waverley Bridge just opposite the Princes Mall exit, next to Princes St Gardens, under the shadow of the Scott Monument. There are no seat reservations as it is based on a first-person service. It is advised you get to the bus 15-20 minutes before it takes off, to secure the best seats. Ride through all the places which used to run peoples blood cold. This is the best and scary way to explore Edinburgh, and also regarded as UK's four-wheeled comedy-horror theatre.
Key Points of Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour
Explore Edinburgh with a 1-hour ghost bus tour ticket.
Enjoy an entertaining English guide from the spooky onboard conductor.
Enjoy panoramic views of the city's horrific attractions at night
Marvel at Edinburgh's most terrifying and historic attractions; such as the Edinburgh Castle, the Royal Mile and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, Greyfriars Kirk, and Grassmarket square.
Ride around Edinburgh in the only surviving classic 1960's Routemaster Necrobus while listening to the creepy tales, of Edinburgh's horrific past.
How much is a 1/2/3 Day Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour?
The price for the Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour is as follows:
Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour Prices (1-Day)
Senior (60-99) - €16.01
Adult (16-59) - €19.44
Child (0-15) - €13.72
Student (with ID) - € 16.01
Note: Children under 15 years are not allowed on the Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour and 15 years old must be accompanied by adults.
The ghost bus departs from Waverley Bridge just by the north side opposite the Scott Monument. The voucher is valid for the duration of time specified on your ticket from the date of first use. Tourists can get last minute tickets on-board the bus but must call first to check availability. Time might change due to local traffic conditions and seasons.
Tours and Top Attractions: Scott Monument, Cuthberts Graveyard, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Bobby, Greyfriars Church, Calton Hill, Holyrood Palace, Holyrood Park, Parliament Building, and The Royal Mile.
Ghost Bus Tour Edinburgh Verdict?
The Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour is an amazing way to explore and experience Edinburgh. The ghost bus tour is a 60 minutes ride of fun and fright, tourists get to admire Edinburgh's most gruesome murders, haunted places, torture and many more. This tour is UK's only horror-comedy on wheels, it is aimed at enlightening tourists giving them the knowledge of Edinburgh's horrific past in a scary and tricky manner. Tourists get to ride around Edinburgh's most gruesome places in a classic 1960s only surviving Necrobus (Routemaster) with a 24-hour ticket. The Edinburgh Ghost Bus's interior is spooky and creepy, it is designed to make tourists comfortable and at the same time scared for the fun of the tour. It includes old lamps, creepy window curtains and it is remodeled to look like an old train on the inside. The Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour has scary live English speaking conductor on-board with a lot of tricks to make tourists scared on the tour. The conductor also teaches tourists the history of Edinburgh's horrible past, gruesome murders, executions, and tortures. The Edinburgh Ghost Bus tour takes tourists around Edinburgh as they admire and marvel at the many top attractions in the city such as the Scott Monument, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Bobby, Greyfriars Church, Calton Hill, Holyrood Palace, Holyrood Park, Parliament Building, The Royal Mile, and St. Cuthberts Graveyard an old burial site. The ghost bus is not wheelchair accessible, and tourists must print vouchers which they will present to the staff to get on the bus or call the bus service to arrange for on-board tickets.
Is the Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour Right for Me?
The Edinburgh Ghost Bus Tour is right for anyone who wants to learn a lot about Edinburgh's gruesome murders, horrific past and terrifying sites. It is suitable for children from 15 years and adults, this tour is scary, exciting and educating. You get to learn about the ancient history of Edinburgh while riding on the only surviving Necrobus (a classic 1960's Routemaster). The bus rides through Edinburgh as you marvel at some of the most terrifying places in the city such as the Scott Monument, St. Cuthberts Graveyard, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, Greyfriars Bobby, Greyfriars Church, Calton Hill, Holyrood Palace, Holyrood Park, Parliament Building, and The Royal Mile. This ghost bus has on board, a spooky looking conductor who narrates the tales, stories, history and the gruesome past of Edinburgh. The bus is not wheelchair accessible so it would not be suitable for tourists who use wheelchairs. It is also important that you print your ghost bus vouchers to be presented to the driver or conductor to get a ticket. If you want to get a ticket on board, you have to call at least 24-hours before you board the bus to get your tickets arranged. This is an amazingly terrifying way to explore Edinburgh.
4. Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
(534 Reviews)
Discover the best of the Scottish capital city 'Edinburgh'. The 48-hour Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours is a stress-free way to explore Edinburgh which gives tourists access to the open-top double-decker hop-on-hop-off bus tour to admire this old hilly city in panoramic views. Travel through 5 routes (Edinburgh, Majestic, Mac, Heritage or City Sightseeing) with stops around the city's monuments, landmarks, and attractions. Each route takes between 1-1.5 hours per loop. Both adults and kids enjoy the bonuses that grant free entry to the Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and Royal Yacht Britannia. Hop-On from any of the stops Waverley Bridge, Grassmarket or St Andrew Square, to start your tour with 360-degree views of the city as you listen to the onboard audio commentary; which enlightens you about the city's past history and attractions. Explore the Old Town as you see sights such as the Newhaven Harbor, Scott Monument's spiral staircase, Port of Leith and more. Hop-off the bus tour for free entry to the Palace of Holyroodhouse (Holyrood Palace), Her Majesty the Queen's Scotland home.
Key Points of Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus tour
Explore Edinburgh with a 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off tour ticket.
Entry to Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh Castle, and the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Save time with the Fast-track entry to Edinburgh Castle, Holyroodhouse, and the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Soak into the history and legends of the Scottish capital
Save time and money with an easy-to-use attractions pass
Explore the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh
Complimentary Sightseeing Tours Included
You get free complimentary walking tour experiences included in the Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours with free entry to the Edinburgh Castle, Holyroodhouse, and the Royal Yacht Britannia.
Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Tours Discounts
With the Royal Edinburgh Ticket, you get discounts at some attractions.
How much is a 1/2/3 Day Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Tours Cost?
The price for the Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Tours is as follows:
Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Tours Prices (48-Hour)
Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Tours Attractions
Tours and Top Attractions:
Waverley Bridge
St Andrew Square, Northside
Lothian Road
Grassmarket
Johnston Terrace
Lawnmarket
Chambers Street
John Knox House
Dynamic Earth
Queen Marys Bath House, Abbeyhill
Old Royal High School
Majestic Tour:
St Andrew Square
Canonmills
Arboretum Place
Ferry Road
Newhaven Harbour
Cruise Terminal
Ocean Terminal
The Shore
Leith Mills
Elm Row
Queen Mary's Bath House
Queensberry House
Canongate Kirk
John Knox House
St Andrew Square
Mac Tour:
St Andrew Square
Lothian Road
Johnston Terrace
Lawnmarket
George IV Bridge
Nicolson Square
John Knox House
Canongate
Queen Mary's Bath House
Regent Blood
St Andrew Squares
City Sightseeing Tour:
Scott Monument
Royal Scottish Academy
National Gallery
St John's Church
Caledonian Hotel
St Cuthbert's Church
Greyfriars Bobby
Museum of Scotland
McEwan Hall
Royal Infirmary
George Heriot's School
Fire Brigades H.Q.
St Giles' Cathedral
City Chambers
Tron Kirk
John Knox's House
Scottish Parliament
Burn's Monument
Old Royal High School
Nelson Monument
City Observatory
St Andrew's House
St George's and St Andrew's Church
General Assembly Halls
Royal Edinburgh with Hop-On Hop-Off Verdict
The Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hoop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tours offers tourists a better way to see the Scottish capital without the stress of shuffling public transportation and engaging massive crowds. Experience the old hilly city with its splendid and natural views with a 48-hour Royal Edinburgh Ticket and get fast track entry to the major attractions in the city such as the Edinburgh Castle, the Palace of Holyroodhouse, and the Royal Yacht Britannia. Learn about the city's culture and past history while on your 2-day tour. This ticket also grants tourists a 2 for 1 entry to the Glasshouses at the Royal Botanic Garden of Edinburgh and two days' official hop-on and hop-off sightseeing bus tour. Explore both the Old and New Towns of Edinburgh on 5 routes (Edinburgh, Majestic, Mac, and City Sightseeing), with stops at the Royal Botanic Garden and Royal Yacht Britannia. Enjoy the 360-degree views onboard the open-top double-decker bus with audio commentaries in 10 languages, hop-off at the Palace of Holyroodhouse and walk up to the Edinburgh Castle from the Canongate section of the Royal Mile. Admire all the top attractions along with all 5 routes for up to 1.5 hours per loop without any dull moment.
Is the Royal Edinburgh with Hop-On Hop-Off Right for Me?
This Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours is right for any tourists who wish to see Scotland and get the most out of it with ease. Get a 48-hour ticket and get free entry to the hop-on-hop-off bus tour with 5 routes which are; the Edinburgh, Majestic, Mac, and City Sightseeing routes with fast-track entry to the Royal Yacht Britannia, Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Edinburgh Castle. You can hop-on and off at any of the stops of interest to you and further explore on foot or relax onboard the city sightseeing bus with panoramic windows and a 360-degree view of the city from the open-top double-decker bus. Enjoy the entertaining audio commentary in 10 different languages explaining the past history and culture of Edinburgh, the Scottish capital. Your Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours also gives you free entry to the Royal Yacht Britannia, the Edinburgh Castle and Palace of Holyroodhouse, this is surely an awesome way to experience Scotland.
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How long does the Edinburgh Open Bus tours take?
Edinburgh city has many routes leading to a diverse range of attractions, meaning that the time it takes on a Edinburgh bus tour will vary depending on where you’d like to go.
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