Edinburgh Sightseeing Bus

This sightseeing bus of Edinburgh is an efficient way to explore the Scottish capital. You can hop on and off at any of its stops to enjoy its historical streets and notable landmarks.

Routes, Stops & Schedules

This Edinburgh sightseeing bus is an open-top double-decker with audio guides in English featuring two routes. Notable stops include Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, the Scottish Parliament, the National Museum of Scotland, and the Scott Monument.

Below are the routes, stops and schedule of the sightseeing bus:

Route and stops for the Edinburgh sightseeing bus

Bus Lines

The 24-hour ticket grants access to the red line, suitable for an introduction to the city.

The 48-hour ticket allows access to both the red and blue lines.

Red Line: Covers the Old Town and Georgian New Town. Key sights include Edinburgh Castle, Holyroodhouse, and the Scottish Parliament.
From October 27, 2025, to March 29, 2026, it departs daily every 20 minutes between 9 am and 4 pm. Duration is 1 hour and 10 minutes.
Blue Line: Covers northern Edinburgh, ideal for viewing the port area and Leith neighborhood. Sights include the Royal Yacht Britannia and the Royal Botanic Garden.
This route takes approximately 55 minutes and departs daily every hour between 9:05 am and 4:05 pm from October 27, 2025, to March 29, 2026.

Please note these times may vary.

How It Works

Your ticket is valid for 24 or 48 consecutive hours from first use. You can hop on and off as often as you like at any stops. A start date is requested upon booking, but service is usable for 2 weeks post indicated date.