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    City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On, Hop-off and The Scotch Whisky Experience

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    Activity Schedule

    • When does it run?

      Daily

    • Duration

      Hop-on, Hop-off: Ticket is valid for 24 hours (1 loop: 70 minutes)
      The Scotch Whisky Experience: 50-75 minutes

    • Start time

      Hop-on, Hop-off:
      Summer: Between 8:45am to 6pm, every 8-10 minutes
      Winter: 8:55am to 3:55pm, every 20 minutes

      The Scotch Whisky Experience: Different timeslots available (choose while booking)
    • Meeting Point

      Hop-on, Hop-off: Just hop on at any of the stops and show your e-voucher to the bus driver and you’re good to go! The first stop is Waterloo Place.

      The Scotch Whisky Experience: Make your way to The Scotch Whisky Experience, located in located in the Old Town, beside Edinburgh Castle.

    • Ending Point

      Hop-on, Hop-off: You can hop off at any of the stops 

      The Scotch Whisky Experience: Same as start point

    Key Highlights

    • Explore Edinburgh with a hop-on, hop-off bus tour and enjoy an immersive journey at the Scotch Whisky Experience.
    • Enjoy easy access to top landmarks like Edinburgh Castle and the Royal Mile
    • Save time and money while covering the city’s highlights effortlessly
    • Dive into Scotland’s whisky heritage with an immersive Scotch Whisky Experience
    • Discover the art of whisky-making through interactive exhibits and tastings
    • Skip the hassle of planning with one convenient combo ticket
    • Perfect for first-time visitors wanting sightseeing + culture in one experience

    Overview

    Explore Edinburgh your way with a City Sightseeing hop-on, hop-off bus tour and enjoy an immersive journey at the Scotch Whisky Experience -perfect for discovering top attractions and Scotland’s whisky heritage in one combo ticket.

    City Sightseeing Hop-on, Hop-off tour:

    Explore Edinburgh at your own pace with the Hop-on, Hop-off tour on an open-top double-decker bus. Visit top attractions like Edinburgh Castle, John Knox House, and the Palace of Holyroodhouse, hopping on and off as you like. Enjoy engaging audio commentary in multiple languages or the fun, kid-friendly ‘Horrible Stories’ in English, while discovering the city’s rich history and hidden gems. This flexible tour makes sightseeing easy, informative, and perfect for families or first-time visitors.

    Some of the hop-on, hop-off stops are:

    • Waterloo Place
    • St. Andrew Square
    • Lothian Road
    • Johnston Terrace
    • Lawnmarket
    • Chambers Street
    • John Knox House
    • Holyrood
    • Our Dynamic Earth


    The Scotch Whisky Experience:

    Discover Scotland’s whisky heritage at The Scotch Whisky Experience on Edinburgh’s Royal Mile. Explore the aromas, flavors, and traditions of Speyside, Islay, Highlands, Lowlands, and Campbeltown with expert guides. Learn whisky-making, see one of the world’s largest collections, and choose between the Silver Tour with a dram and souvenir glass or the Gold Tour with five regional malts and exclusive perks. Perfect for whisky enthusiasts and curious travellers, this immersive experience brings Scotland’s iconic spirit to life.

    Inclusions & Exclusions

    Inclusions

    • 24-hour City Sightseeing Hop-On, Hop-Off ticket
    • Audio guide in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Russian
    • Kid's Commentary in English
    • Free headphones and WiFi onboard
    • Admission to The Scotch Whisky Experience
    • Guided tour in English
    • Audio guides in 20 languages
    • A souvenir crystal tasting glass (adults and concessions only)
    • One single malt or blended Scotch whisky of your choice
    • Additional four expertly selected regional single malts at Scotch Whisky Experience’s private bar (with Gold Tour)

    Exclusions

    • Entrances to attractions, unless specified
    • Gratuities

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    Please note

    Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone or other devices. (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)
    Individual vouchers for each activity will be shared with customers within 24 hours of booking.
    The date you choose is for the Scotch Whiskey Experience. The hop-on, hop-off ticket is valid for 12 months.

    Hop-on, hop-off: Kids go free offer: Kids go free with a full-paying adult ticket. Each adult ticket includes free travel for up to three children. Ensure you add the child tickets to your cart during checkout.

    Wheelchair accessibility: YesTimings and stops are subject to change. The updated route map will be available on the buses.

    Edinburgh is a functioning city and weather, traffic, and events may occasionally cause disruption.


    If you are traveling by cruise, you might want to keep the following details in mind:

    • You will need alternative methods of transportation to reach Stop Number 1 - Waterloo Place.

    • Don’t forget to check the exact location of Edinburgh port before you arrive.

    • If you are coming into Leith, you can take a shuttle from the terminal to Waterloo Place (Stop Number 1).

    • If you are coming into South Queensferry (Hounds Point), you can take a shuttle from the terminal to Charlotte Square, which is an approximately 10-minutes walk from Stop Number 2.

    • Finally, if you are coming to Newhaven, you can take a local bus to central Edinburgh which will take you approximately 30 minutes.

    The Scotch Whisky Experience:

    Please carry your valid photo IDs for age verification at the time of voucher redemption. Under 18s will be offered a soft drink.

    Satisfied Customers

    - Verified Booking
    Michael Dean - 29 Mar

    So glad we did this - great way to see so much and stop off where we wanted!...

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    Ian Dimblebee - 28 Mar

    A very good and informative tour....

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    Lindsey Smith - United States 27 Mar

    Such a great service for people visiting a new city that wants to learn about what they're seeing around town, as well as a helpful ride to get to all the major tourist...

    - Verified Booking
    Alistair McKenzie - United States 26 Mar

    Everything I expected in a double decker bus. Great chance to get first look photos from an open air environment....

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    Mrs J Thomson - United Kingdom 25 Mar

    We joined just outside John Knox's house and the driver was friendly and helpful. The audio was excellent and available in a wide range of languages. It was amusing and...

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