The Edinburgh Grand Ticket: Three Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Tours - 24/48 hours

The best hop-on, hop-off experience in Edinburgh that not only covers everything in the city but also gives you the flexibility to interchange between the top three hop-on, hop-off services operating in the Scottish capital.

Use your ticket to hop on and off the bus as you wish for 24 hours or 48 hours, depending on your sightseeing needs.

The hop-on, hop-off tours and the attractions covered by each tour are:

MAJESTIC EDINBURGH HOP-ON, HOP-OFF TOUR

The hop-on, hop-off bus goes north through the Georgian New Town and stops at the Royal Botanic Garden before heading down to the coast at Newhaven, Leith and Royal Yacht Britannia. From Britannia, the tour heads back up to the city center via the Palace of Holyroodhouse and the Royal Mile.

An informative multi-language recorded commentary guides you through the history of the places, people and sights along the route. Simply plug in the headphones and listen to your chosen language.

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EDINBURGH HOP-ON, HOP-OFF TOUR

Your hop-on, hop-off bus heads towards New Town with its elegant Georgian houses. After Charlotte Square the bus turns back south, passing the Royal Scottish Academy and the National Gallery, towards the Old Town. After driving through Grassmarket with its exciting shops and pubs, you pass the Scottish Parliament and the Dynamic Earth attraction at Calton Hill. Return via Canongate past the Canongate Church, the Museum of Edinburgh and the People’s Story.

Your live, on-board guide gives their own personal touch to the informative English commentary. Hear all about the people who shaped Scotland’s capital city.

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CITY SIGHTSEEING EDINBURGH HOP-ON, HOP-OFF TOUR

The hop-on, hop-off bus sets off along Princes Street. Look up to see stunning views of Edinburgh Castle perched on its crag. Continue through trendy Grassmarket then pass the National Museum of Scotland and the John Knox House. After driving along Canongate, you will pass the Scottish Parliament and Calton Hill until you see the south gates to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, The Queen’s official residence in Scotland.

There is audio commentary available in nine languages. There is also a TV screen downstairs with a subtitled version.

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