Overview
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, Majestic 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.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
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 - June)
Edinburgh Castle Admission
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Palace of Holyrood house is closed Tues and Wed, Oct - June. There is no alternative offered.
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Palace of Holyroodhouse closed 16-25 May, 27 June-5 July
Meeting and pickup
Good to know
Address: Exchange your voucher for your Royal Edinburgh ticket at Waterloo Place. Ticket sellers stand next to the tour buses and will issue your Royal Edinburgh Ticket, they will scan your mobile voucher and issue a 48 hour ticket with a portion for each attraction.
They will, at that point reserve your Edinburgh Castle entry for you. This cannot be done in advance and we guarantee entry so do not worry if the Castle website has sold out.
The Palace of Holyrood house is closed during the following dates in 2023 1 7 April, 6 May 18-27 May, 29 Jun - 7 July, No part refund can be given.
What to expect
Board your open-top bus from any of the routed stops that are situated throughout the city center and beyond. Listen to the live or recorded audio commentary as you sit back, relax and travel through the heart of the beautiful and historical city of Edinburgh.
With your ticket, you can remain on any of the bus routes for the entire loops, or you can hop on and off at any of the stops around the city to explore Edinburgh’s countless delights. See the Itinerary for a list of routes and stops.
Perhaps hop off at the Palace of Holyroodhouse (commonly known as Holyrood Palace), Her Majesty the Queen’s official residence in Scotland. Founded as a monastery in the 12th century, palace is largely used as the setting for state ceremonies and official entertaining.
Next, maybe travel up the Royal Mile to the famous Edinburgh Castle. A key element of the Edinburgh UNESCO World Heritage site, the castle has been at the center of countless battles and sieges. Royalty have lived and died within its very walls and countless generations have been inspired by its beauty. Use your ticket for a visit, and explore this top Edinburgh attraction at your leisure.
Enjoy the bus ride out of the Old Town and out to the coast. Here, perhaps hop off at the historical Port of Leith that was, for many centuries, Scotland’s premier port, before continuing onto Newhaven for postcard-perfect snaps of the harbor and a visit to the Royal Yacht Britannia, the majestic boat owned by the British Royal Family for over 40 years.
The full loop of each bus route lasts between 1 and 1.5 hours, with buses arriving regularly at each stop.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/London).
Additional Information
- The Royal Yacht Britannia is closed 11-23 March and 29 April-5 May 2024
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Royal Edinburgh Ticket - Hop-On Hop-Off and Attraction Admissions
Can I cancel Royal Edinburgh Ticket - Hop-On Hop-Off and Attraction Admissions for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start 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 - June)
- Edinburgh Castle Admission
What's not included?
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Palace of Holyrood house is closed Tues and Wed, Oct - June. There is no alternative offered.
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
- Palace of Holyroodhouse closed 16-25 May, 27 June-5 July
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, Chinese, Russian, Portuguese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Operated by Edinburgh Bus Tours
