Explore Ticket

Name: 48-Hour Explore Ticket | Edinburgh | Big Bus Tours
Brand: Big Bus Tours
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Explore Edinburgh within 48-hours across both of our City and Britannia routes. Experience the best of the city from Edinburgh's Old Town all the way to the Royal Yacht Britannia. Experience the city at your own pace, hopping on and off the bus from any stop, allowing you to see some of the city's must-see sights.

Adult

From £26.50 (Full price from £28.00)
Child 4-15

From £10.41 (Full price from £11.00)
Family 2 Adults, 2 Children

From £70.00

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What's included? Where does it go?

Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing

Our hop-on, hop-off bus tours give you the freedom to explore the best of Edinburgh at your own pace. Hop off the tour as many times as you like within the validity period of your ticket, and simply hop on again when you're ready. Alternatively, you are very welcome to remain on board for the entire tour.

Routes

City Tour (Red Route)

Discover Edinburgh's top landmarks, from the Edinburgh Castle to the National Monument of Scotland.
- Operates 09:00 -18:20
- Frequency: 10 mins
See full timetable
Blue Route

Explore the Port of Leith, the Shore, the Royal Yacht Britannia and more.
- Operates 09:05-18:05
- Frequency: 1 hour
See full timetable

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FAQs

Do I need to choose a date for my tour?

Yes – when you book, you will need to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to secure your seat. If your ticket has extra inclusions, you may also need to book dates and times for these inclusions after your purchase is complete via our Booking Portal. For more information, please see the instructions on your booking confirmation email.

Where can I buy a ticket for the tour?

You can purchase tickets on this website, from one of our on-street ambassadors, or on the bus at any hop-on hop-off point.

Is tour commentary available in my language?

Our Edinburgh bus tours feature pre-recorded commentary which offers fascinating insights into the city's history, culture, architecture and landmarks. The commentary is available in the following languages:

- English
- French
- German
- Italian
- Spanish
- Japanese
- Portuguese
- Russian
- Mandarin

Tune in via complimentary earphones available on board the bus.

Where can I hop on the bus?

You can join the tour from any stop. Please visit our Find a Bus Stop page to find your nearest stop.
The principal starting location for both tours is Stop #1 Waterloo Place (27 Waterloo Pl - outside Princess Suit Hotel).

What time does the tour start and how often do the buses run?

Our service operates daily. The City Tour runs every 10 minutes (approx.), and the Britannia Tour runs every 60 minutes (approx.). See our Service Information page for tour schedule information and notices. Alternatively, you can check times with a Big Bus Tours team member, or contact us with any questions.

Tell me about Big Bus Tours Edinburgh

Big Bus Tours offers hop-on hop-off sightseeing tours of Edinburgh on a double-decker bus. Pre-recorded commentary is provided in a choice of languages. You can hop on and off at any of our stops to visit attractions and places of interest.

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