If you want to visit Edinburgh at your own pace and without feeling rushed, this double-decker hop-on hop-off bus is a great option! Hop on and off throughout the day and learn about the history of the city through a comfortable audio system with commentary available in several languages.
Edinburgh has been the capital of Scotland since the 15th century and stands proudly on seven hills, creating the dramatic skyline of this lively, cosmopolitan city. What better way to see this fantastic city than from the top of a double-decker bus? Compare Edinburgh's historic Old Town with the elegant Georgian New Town. Hear about the history of Grassmarket, admire Castle Rock above you, and learn about the many attempts to capture Edinburgh Castle. You may also wish to explore the Royal Mile, which connects Edinburgh Castle with the Palace of Holyroodhouse. This tour provides a convenient way to discover Edinburgh's history and attractions at your own pace.
Please Note: The Red Route bus runs every 20 minutes. There are 15 stops along the route, and it takes approximately 70 minutes to complete the full loop without getting off. The tour is narrated in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, and Russian. Kids commentary is also available. First and last tour times will be detailed in your electronic ticket.
The red route includes the following stops:
- Waterloo Place
- Lothian Road
- Grassmarket
- Nicolson Square
- Chambers Street
- George IV Bridge (for Edinburgh Castle)
- The Mound
- St. Andrew Square
- John Knox House
- Canongate
- Holyrood
- Our Dynamic Earth
- Abbeyhill Crescent
- Carlton Terrace Brae
- Burns Monument
To see a map of the stops that are included in this tour, please
CLICK HERE.