Royal Edinburgh Ticket - Hop-On Hop-Off and Attraction Admissions
Overview
Available languages
48 hours
Mobile ticket
This ticket includes admission to noteworthy royal attractions Edinburgh Castle, Royal Yacht Britannia and the Palace of Holyroodhouse as well as 48 hours on all three city tours - Edinburgh Tour, City Sightseeing Edinburgh, Regal Tour. The idea is to use the tours to find out more about the city then hop off when you want to visit each of the included attractions
.Explore Edinburgh with a 48hour hop-on hop-off bus tour ticket, and see the city's royal sights at your own pace. An easy and convenient way to experience the Scottish capital, this unique ticket offers unlimited travel on 3 different tour bus routes for 48 hours. Enjoy 360-degree panoramic views from the top deck of the bus, informative Multi-lingual audio commentary or choose a live guide, and the flexibility to hop on and off at any of the well-placed stops dotted around the city.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult
3 tours running all year
Royal Edinburgh Ticket includes all three city tours – please find language details below: - Edinburgh Tour – live guided in English only - City Sightseeing Edinburgh – recorded commentary listened to through headphones in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish,Portuguese, Japanese, Russian, Mandarin Chinese and Horrible Histories children’s channel - Majestic Tour - recorded commentary listened to through headphones in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Japanese, Russian, Mandarin Chinese and Scottish Gaelic
Palace of Holyroodhouse closed 13-24 May and 26 Jun-4 July - entry to the King's Gallery and a Palace guidebook are offered instead.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
48 Hours on 3 City Tours
When Palace closed ( except Tues&Wed) entry to The Kings Gallery & Palace guidebook offered
Royal Yacht Britannia Admission
Palace of Holyrood House Admission (note: closed Tues & Weds, Oct - 24 May))
Edinburgh Castle Admission
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Palace of Holyrood house is closed Tues and Wed, Oct - 24 May.There is no alternative offered.
Gratuities
Food and drinks
What To Expect
Duration:2.0 day(s)
Operating Schedule:Tours leave Waterloo Place ( Postcode EH1 3EG) from 0900 until 1800
Edinburgh
Waterloo Place opposite the Apex Waterloo Hotel
Hop off the Regal Tour to explore the free garden, discount on afternoon tea with your Royal Edinburgh Ticket
Hop off at Ocean Terminal to visit the Royal Yacht Britannia with your Royal Edinburgh Ticket
Hop off here for the Palace of Holyroodhouse
Opposite Apex Waterloo Hotel, staff on hand to assist and validate your Royal Edinburgh Ticket
Hop off Edinburgh Tour or City Sightseeing Edinburgh at the Lawnmarket for Edinburgh Castle
Hop off the Edinburgh Tour here to visit the Georgian House, save £1 off entry with your Royal Edinburgh Ticket
Hop off Edinburgh Tour or City Sightseeing Edinburgh visit this fantastic attraction telling you more about the earth from the ice age to space travel to erupting volcanoes.
Hop off the Edinburgh Tour or City Sightseeing Edinburgh here, grab a bite to eat or just wander round the shops, sometimes there is a craft fair too
Hop off here to visit the National Museum of Scotland - it's FREE
Options
Royal Edinburgh Ticket with Hop-On Hop-Off Tours, Edinburgh Castle Admission
Reviews
998 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
The buses came...
Kathryn C,
Sep 2, 2025
- Viator
5.00The buses came frequently. The drivers were very friendly and helpful letting you know what stop you wanted based on where you wanted to go or what you were interested in.
Perfect overview of the city
John W,
Aug 27, 2025
- Viator
4.00Great way to see the city and get an overview of what you would and would not like to see. Guide worked great for us and it was most appreciated.
Good and easy transport
Judy T,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
4.00The buses were easy to locate, the staff friendly and this was a great way to get around. We probably didn't use them as much as we could have and walking around was also a good way to see everything. It was great to have entry into the three places we choose.
The tickets included with...
Anne O,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
5.00The tickets included with the pass were worth the whole thing. Let the driver of the blue busses know where you want off so they stop at the stops. We went during the French festival but still plenty room on the bus.
Good option for a quick tour without walking
Ellen O,
Aug 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00If you want to see the main attractions and views of the city without having to walk everywhere, this is a solid option. Stops at most of the major landmarks, and the audio guide gives some cool stories while you’re riding. Buses pass stops every 15 minutes or so, so you don’t have to wait long if you miss one. The city doesn’t seem massive, but walking everywhere, especially with all of the hills, is a workout.
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