edinburgh bus tours voucher code

Lothian Buses

Sign in & sync, save your favourites.

Sign in for quick access to your favourite stops, journeys and services.

• Recent journeys

Home / Save 50% on Edinburgh Bus Tours’ Grand 24 Ticket until February!

Save 50% on Edinburgh Bus Tours’ Grand 24 Ticket until February! Amazing deals for the whole family through Visit Scotland's 'Days Out'

Lothian’s sister company, Edinburgh Bus Tours , is delighted to be part of Visit Scotland’s ‘Days Out’ campaign which offers customers 50% off their Grand 24 Ticket until February!

The scheme – which is designed to inspire people to experience some of Scotland’s best attractions and experiences by offering discounts of up to 50% – is the perfect opportunity for families to see Edinburgh from a different perspective for half price with Edinburgh Bus Tours.

With around 100 attractions to choose from, there is no shortage of options for a fun family day out, enjoying 100% of the fun for 50% of the price! There are heaps of options in Edinburgh to choose from, in addition to offers further afield for those who fancy venturing out of the capital.

Our Grand 24 Ticket allows access to all three of our City tours, offering unlimited travel for up to 24 hours for only £8 with this great discount. Plus, with kids go free, there is no better way to explore the wonders of Scotland’s capital city!

Adults can claim their 50% discount by visiting the Edinburgh Bus Tours website and buying a Grand 24 Ticket and using the promo code ‘ GreatDaysOut ’ at checkout.

For more information on this scheme please visit Edinburgh Bus Tours GRAND24 Ticket | VisitScotland .

Copyright 2024 Lothian Buses ltd

• Select Language
• Select Currency
• Australian Dollar
• Canadian Dollar
• Chinese Yuan (CNY)
• British Pound (GBP)
• Indian Rupees (INR)
• Japanese Yen (JPY)
• Malaysian Ringgit
• Newzealand Dollar
• Singapore Dollar

Call Us Back

Hop On Hop Off Edinburgh - Bus Tours

Edinburgh sightseeing bus tours, ( ) experiences found.

• Recommended
• High to low
• Low to high
• User rating

Top Customer Reviews

Bert overweg.

Nice route, covering all ‘must sees’. Very friendly busdrivers. Helpfull personal on the pavement. Clear information on the audiosystem, though a little much detail on the ****** aspects of history, although probably reality.

We didn’t have to wait long for a bus, clean, drivers friendly the route interesting

Matthew Gale

Great time with this company, lots of friendly staff on stand-by, used them twice on my holiday and it was perfect, good value, would recommend

Experience Edinburgh in Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

Explore Scotland at your own pace during your sightseeing trip. This flexible tour stops at the top Edinburgh attractions, putting you in control of your own destiny during your vacation! See Edinburgh on a bus tour that includes discounts on attractions, eateries, and more. Or you can decide between a 24-hour or 48-hour tour that runs on three different routes. You can even see the capital of Scotland in a comfortable Mercedes mini-coach as part of a special tour. And, if you want to go all out, opt for a Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour with fast-track entry to Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood House Palace, and Royal Yacht Britannia. It’s one of the best things to do in Edinburgh!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: what is a hop-on hop-off edinburgh bus tour and how does it work.

Hop-on Hop-off Edinburgh bus tours run on designated routes with several stops across all major attractions of the city. The stops are strategically located and allow you to plan your own itinerary accordingly. You can hop on and hop off at the attraction of your choice. Add to that, you can buy a combo tour that lets you explore major tourist attractions at a discounted price. For instance, the Bright bus Edinburgh tour lets you explore the Holyrood Distillery and SHOUT Edinburgh for a wholesome experience.

Q: What are the key attractions covered in the Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off tour?

The major attractions and landmarks covered in the Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off bus tour include St Andrew Square, Lothian Road, Grassmarket, Lauriston Palace, Johnston Terrace, Edinburgh Castle, Lawnmarket, National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, John Knox House, Royal Mile, Museum of Edinburgh, Canongate, Scottish Parliament, and so on.

Q: Where can I find a list of all the stops and a map of the various Hop-on Hop-off Edinburgh tour routes?

You can visit the relevant product page and check the Useful Downloads section to find the latest information as routes, stops and timings change frequently.

Q: Are these tours guided?

Most of the tours accompany either a live guide or an audio guide which makes it great for history buffs looking for an immersive experience.

Q: What is the validity of the tour?

Depending on your travel plans and the availability of the tour, you can choose from 24h or 48h. The vouchers are valid anywhere between 6 months to 12 months and can be used anytime during that period.

Other Hop On Hop Off Destinations

• New York City
• San Francisco
• Washington DC
• Los Angeles
• Johannesburg
• San Antonio
• Reykjavik Iceland
• St-Petersburg
• Benalmadena
• Thessaloniki
• Kristiansand
• BUENOS AIRES
• Hop On Hop Off Bus Offers and Deals

travel inspiration from guidebook

48 hours in Edinburgh

Where To Spend A Perfect Christmas In The UK

The Brexit Deal and Travel: Why It’s Making My Head Hurt!

Get the latest offers and inspiration.

Sign up to our newsletter and get the best isango! has to offer

• Enter a valid email
• Enter the characters shown below Captcha not matching

Terms of Use

• Booking terms & conditions
• Picture credits

Get in touch

Haven't found what you're looking for?

Try a more specific search (e.g Add city or destination name)

• Enter full name
• Country UK (+44) USA (+1) Algeria (+213) Andorra (+376) Angola (+244) Anguilla (+1264) Antigua & Barbuda (+1268) Argentina (+54) Armenia (+374) Aruba (+297) Australia (+61) Austria (+43) Azerbaijan (+994) Bahamas (+1242) Bahrain (+973) Bangladesh (+880) Barbados (+1246) Belarus (+375) Belgium (+32) Belize (+501) Benin (+229) Bermuda (+1441) Bhutan (+975) Bolivia (+591) Bosnia Herzegovina (+387) Botswana (+267) Brazil (+55) Brunei (+673) Bulgaria (+359) Burkina Faso (+226) Burundi (+257) Cambodia (+855) Cameroon (+237) Canada (+1) Cape Verde Islands (+238) Cayman Islands (+1345) Central African Republic (+236) Chile (+56) China (+86) Colombia (+57) Comoros (+269) Congo (+242) Cook Islands (+682) Costa Rica (+506) Croatia (+385) Cuba (+53) Cyprus North (+90392) Cyprus South (+357) Czech Republic (+42) Denmark (+45) Djibouti (+253) Dominica (+1809) Dominican Republic (+1809) Ecuador (+593) Egypt (+20) El Salvador (+503) Equatorial Guinea (+240) Eritrea (+291) Estonia (+372) Ethiopia (+251) Falkland Islands (+500) Faroe Islands (+298) Fiji (+679) Finland (+358) France (+33) French Guiana (+594) French Polynesia (+689) Gabon (+241) Gambia (+220) Georgia (+7880) Germany (+49) Ghana (+233) Gibraltar (+350) Greece (+30) Greenland (+299) Grenada (+1473) Guadeloupe (+590) Guam (+671) Guatemala (+502) Guinea (+224) Guinea - Bissau (+245) Guyana (+592) Haiti (+509) Honduras (+504) Hong Kong (+852) Hungary (+36) Iceland (+354) India (+91) Indonesia (+62) Iran (+98) Iraq (+964) Ireland (+353) Israel (+972) Italy (+39) Jamaica (+1876) Japan (+81) Jordan (+962) Kazakhstan (+7) Kenya (+254) Kiribati (+686) Korea North (+850) Korea South (+82) Kuwait (+965) Kyrgyzstan (+996) Laos (+856) Latvia (+371) Lebanon (+961) Lesotho (+266) Liberia (+231) Libya (+218) Liechtenstein (+417) Lithuania (+370) Luxembourg (+352) Macao (+853) Macedonia (+389) Madagascar (+261) Malawi (+265) Malaysia (+60) Maldives (+960) Mali (+223) Malta (+356) Marshall Islands (+692) Martinique (+596) Mauritania (+222) Mayotte (+269) Mexico (+52) Micronesia (+691) Moldova (+373) Monaco (+377) Mongolia (+976) Montserrat (+1664) Morocco (+212) Mozambique (+258) Myanmar (+95) Namibia (+264) Nauru (+674) Nepal (+977) Netherlands (+31) New Caledonia (+687) New Zealand (+64) Nicaragua (+505) Niger (+227) Nigeria (+234) Niue (+683) Norfolk Islands (+672) Northern Marianas (+670) Norway (+47) Oman (+968) Palau (+680) Panama (+507) Papua New Guinea (+675) Paraguay (+595) Peru (+51) Philippines (+63) Poland (+48) Portugal (+351) Puerto Rico (+1787) Qatar (+974) Reunion (+262) Romania (+40) Russia (+7) Rwanda (+250) San Marino (+378) Sao Tome & Principe (+239) Saudi Arabia (+966) Senegal (+221) Serbia (+381) Seychelles (+248) Sierra Leone (+232) Singapore (+65) Slovak Republic (+421) Slovenia (+386) Solomon Islands (+677) Somalia (+252) South Africa (+27) Spain (+34) Sri Lanka (+94) St. Helena (+290) St. Kitts (+1869) St. Lucia (+1758) Sudan (+249) Suriname (+597) Swaziland (+268) Sweden (+46) Switzerland (+41) Syria (+963) Taiwan (+886) Tajikstan (+7) Thailand (+66) Togo (+228) Tonga (+676) Trinidad & Tobago (+1868) Tunisia (+216) Turkey (+90) Turkmenistan (+7) Turkmenistan (+993) Turks & Caicos Islands (+1649) Tuvalu (+688) Uganda (+256) UK (+44) --> Ukraine (+380) United Arab Emirates (+971) Uruguay (+598) USA (+1) --> Uzbekistan (+7) Vanuatu (+678) Vatican City (+379) Venezuela (+58) Vietnam (+84) Virgin Islands - British (+1284) Virgin Islands - US (+1340) Wallis & Futuna (+681) Yemen (North)(+969) Yemen (South)(+967) Zambia (+260) Zimbabwe (+263) Select Country Enter mobile

You have signed up successfully.

Please stay tuned on your email for exciting offers.

Exclusive Travel Deals and Tips Inside!

Subscribe to get access to insider travel tips and special offers.

Save on your next booking with us!

Enter your email to participate

Sign Up Login Login Or Sign Up

Sign up to create and view bookings Login to create and view bookings

• E-Mail ID Already Exists User does not exist Enter a valid email
• Please enter password Enter valid password(at least 6 characters)
• Remember me Forgot Password
• I wish to receive top deals and travel inspiration
• By signing up you agree to our Terms and Conditions & Privacy Policy .

Forgot Password

• Enter your email address and we will send an email with a link to reset your password.
• Continue Login

Email sent successfully.

Popular currencies

More currencies, 3-route edinburgh hop-on hop-off bus tour.

Discover Edinburgh's literary ties and iconic royal heritage on a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour along 3 prime routes with a multilingual audio guide.

Get a city overview of the stunning Scotland capital Edinburgh on a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour aboard an open-top double-decker bus.

Traverse the city’s old and new regions with 3 routes and 15 stops dotted along the way, and enjoy hopping on and off with no limits.

Enjoy a live guide on the green route spinning tales of the city’s past, listen to a multilingual audio guide, and snag discounts at popular sights!

See sights up close! Dive into Scottish history at the National Museum, glide past the lively Grassmarket, and unwind in the Royal Botanic Gardens.

24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour of Edinburgh

Access to 3 routes: City sightseeing tour, Edinburgh tour, Regal tour

Audio commentary in English, French, Italian, Russian, Japanese, Scottish, German, Portuguese, Spanish & Chinese (City Sightseeing & Edinburgh tours)

English-speaking guide (Edinburgh tour)

Discounts at the Royal Botanic Garden, Royal Yacht Britannia, Palace of Holyroodhouse & more ( full list here )

Headphones (Regal tour)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Routes & schedule

Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

City sightseeing tour (Classic red route)

On the classic red route, catch the St Andrew Square, where elegant Georgian architecture greets you. Ascend toward the majestic Edinburgh Castle at Lawnmarket, then dive into the rich history at John Knox House. This route is lined with iconic sights that you just can't miss!

First bus: 8:45 am from Waterloo Place

Last bus: 5:57 pm from Waterloo Place

Frequency: every 10-12 mins

Popular stops: Historic Grassmarket, Edinburgh Castle, Old Town, Royal Mile

Edinburgh tour (Green route)

The Green Route takes you to the city center from the stately Waterloo Place, where Edinburgh’s grand Georgian architecture sets the stage. You'll continue along the Lothian Road, bustling with life, before delving into the medieval allure of Grassmarket. This route captures the essence of Edinburgh’s rich history and stunning architecture in a seamless loop.

First bus: 8:51am from Waterloo Place

Last bus: 5:51pm from Waterloo Place

Popular stops: Georgian New Town, Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyroodhouse

Regal tour (Blue route)

This route blends Edinburgh’s historic grandeur with its modern allure, offering a scenic and cultural journey through the city. Hop off at Holyrood for a taste of Scotland’s regal heritage. You'll also pass by Newhaven’s maritime charm, The Shore’s cozy waterfront, and Ocean Terminal’s bustling atmosphere.

First bus: 8:40am from Waterloo Place

Last bus: 5:25pm from Waterloo Place

Frequency: every 15 mins

Popular stops: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh, Royal Yacht Britannia, Palace of Holyroodhouse

Know before you go

Accessibility.

This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Mobility scooters are allowed if folded and stored as luggage.

Low-floor ramps are available for easy access.

Screens are conveniently available on the lower decks of City Sightseeing and Regal route buses.

Your guide dogs and dogs are welcome aboard.

Additional information

• Great news! If you're traveling with children aged 15 and under, they can hop on board for free with the 24-hour ticket.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.

Why Headout?

Similar experiences you'd love.

Top things to do in Edinburgh

Browse by themes

Nearby cities to explore.

World at your tap.

We've served 25 million+ guests and we are here for you

25 million +

In the media

24 x 7 help center

Offers & Discounts

Simply show your edinburgh ticket for fantastic offers and money-saving discounts from a range of businesses and attractions across the city., edinburgh city pass.

Edinburgh City Pass, Save up to 40% on attractions plus tram travel from the Airport.

Edinburgh Bus Tours

Save 10% on any bus tour or ticket option when you book online at Edinburgh Tour with code Edinburgh10

Terms & Conditions

Edinburgh Dungeon

20% off tickets with code: EdinTrams21

Mercat Tours

£2 off order total with code: ET2023

Harry Potter Tour

10% off private tours

Johnnie Walker Princes Street

10% discount on the Journey of Flavour tour with this promo code JWET10

Hard Rock Cafe

Complimentary Hot Fudge Sundae and 10% off in the Rock Shop

Harvey Nichols

10% off Forth Floor Brasserie

We use cookies on this site to enhance your user experience. By clicking the Accept button, you agree to us doing so.