Top Edinburgh Bus Tours

Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off City Tour with Live Guide

1 dayFree Cancellation

4.6

(69)

from $27

Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands and Loch Ness 3-Day Tour

3 daysFree Cancellation

Big Bus Edinburgh 24 or 48 hour Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

(1,083)

from $314

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

4.2

(445)

from $30

Edinburgh: Loch Ness, Glencoe & The Highlands

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Delve into Edinburgh’s horrific history on this evening ghost bus tour. With your spooky local guide, visit the city’s most terrifying locations, haunted by infamy and restless spirits! From your seat in a double-decker vintage bus, gaze at eerie sites such as Greyfriars Kirk, Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, and the Royal Mile. Throughout the trip, hear anecdotes and facts about Edinburgh’s chilling past, replete with bloody executions, unspeakable tortures, and murder.

(5,213)

from $61

Ghost Bus Tour of Edinburgh

1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutesFree Cancellation

4.3

(2,900)

from $29

Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

10 hoursFree Cancellation

If you prefer some independence to being driven around on a tour bus, create your own itinerary and explore Edinburgh at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus tour. You can board and disembark the bus anywhere you like along the route for the duration of your 48 hours ticket is valid. Your combined two-tour ticket can be used on both routes: the Edinburgh City Tour and Edinburgh Britannia Tour.

(354)

from $87

Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Bus Tour

Big Bus Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off City and Britannia Bus Tour

1 hour 10 minutesFree Cancellation

4.0

(178)

from $41

Edinburgh: The Kelpies, Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Trossachs

9 hoursFree Cancellation

See more of Edinburgh without navigating crowded public transportation or following a fixed group itinerary. This private half-day tour in a premium minivan offers a more flexible and personalized way to explore the city, with direct access to your guide throughout the experience. Customize the route around your interests and visit highlights such as the Royal Mile, Old Town, Grassmarket, and Edinburgh Castle.

(267)

from $61

Likely to Sell Out

Edinburgh Half Day Guided Private Tour in a Premium Minivan

4 hours

Price varies by group size

(50)

from $273

St Andrews is a charming town for shopping and afternoon tea.

Travel from Edinburgh to St. Andrews and Fife on this day trip from Edinburgh. Cross the Forth Road Bridge into the Kingdom of Fife and pass by the coastal villages of East Neuk. Then pay homage to the town of St. Andrews, home to Scotland's oldest university and the Old Course, where golf is routinely played. Driving in a top-of-the-range, 16-seat Mercedes mini-coach, see Falkland and the Lomond Hills. Enjoy a small-group tour for a memorable and personalized experience.

St Andrews & the Fishing Villages of Fife Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh

8 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Immerse yourself in the rugged peninsular landscapes of the Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands on this 3-day trip from Edinburgh. During your visit to Scotland's wild northwest coast, you’re driven through the Highlands, including stops at Glencoe and Loch Ness. Stay overnight with daily breakfasts in the harbor town of Portree, where you find local pubs and have plenty of time to explore the Isle of Skye with your guide. Numbers are limited to 16 people on this small-group tour, ensuring a personalized experience.

(2,082)

from $84

Likely to Sell Out

3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

3 daysFree Cancellation

Hairy Coos & Highland Views: A Short Day Escape from Edinburgh

(1,311)

from $714

6 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Loch Ness, Glencoe & Highlands Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

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from $61

12 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(154)

from $94

Best of Scotland in a Day Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Venture beyond Edinburgh to see the best of Scotland in just one day on this comprehensive, small-group tour. Save hours trying to navigate public transport, and instead, relax as your driver whisks you from location to location. Visit castles, mountains, lochs, and more, as you gain local insight —including context you'd miss if exploring independently. Highlights include historic Blair Castle, the Highland viewpoint of Queen’s View, and a waterfall walk at The Hermitage.

Best of Scotland in a Day Very Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore the stunning Scottish Highlands on a full-day excursion that includes Glencoe and Loch Ness. Set out from Edinburgh aboard a comfortable coach to experience some of the area's top sights and attractions. Visit Callander, the "Gateway to the Highlands," learn the fascinating history of Glencoe—a village made famous as a setting for movies in the “James Bond” and “Harry Potter” series—and see the world-renowned Loch Ness too.

(186)

from $108

Loch Ness, Scottish Highlands, Glencoe and Pitlochry Tour

12 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore Loch Lomond and Stirling Castle (admission tickets own expense)—and delve into the world of William Wallace, Robert the Bruce, and Rob Roy—on this multi-part tour from Edinburgh that checks off many top sights and experiences. Additionally, head through the Trossachs National Park to the Highland village of Balloch, upgrade for a lake cruise, see the famous Kelpies statues, and more.

(7,098)

from $85

Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

9 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(1,294)

from $78

Private Tour of Loch Ness, Glencoe and Highlands from Edinburgh

12 hoursFree Cancellation

5.0

(56)

from $1,077

Per group

Rosslyn Chapel and Scottish Borders Small-Group Day Tour from Edinburgh

6 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Edinburgh: West Highland Lochs, Mountains & Castles

(694)

from $89

10 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Experience the history and beauty of Scotland’s Loch Lomond and Trossachs National Park on a full-day trip from Edinburgh. Traveling by coach, visit the Kelpies Monument and Stirling Castle, associated with Scottish historical heroes William Wallace and Robert the Bruce. Admire the Trossachs’ mountain-and-lake scenery as you meet Scotland’s famous Highland cows. Entrance fees at own expense.

(566)

from $79

Stirling Castle, Kelpies and Loch Lomond from Edinburgh

10 hoursFree Cancellation

Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

(304)

from $71

8 hours 15 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore St. Andrews and the pretty fishing villages of Fife, without the hassle of navigating, on this multi-stop day trip from Edinburgh. All in one day, discover pretty coastal villages before exploring historic St. Andrews. Enjoy free time to explore its castle and cathedral ruins, stroll along the harbor, or soak up the sunshine at your leisure. Afterward, travel through the pretty Lomond Hills en route back to Edinburgh.

(1,201)

from $127

Edinburgh: St Andrews & The Fishing Villages of Fife

8 hours 45 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore the best of Scotland on this small-group day tour from Edinburgh. Travel in an air-conditioned vehicle while getting a glimpse into Glasgow’s industrial past en route to beautiful Loch Lomond, and admire fine views over rugged Ben Lomond. Journey into Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park with a guide, then explore the ancient streets of Stirling and discover top attractions such as the mighty Stirling Castle (admission at additional cost).

(470)

from $78

Stirling Castle,Trossachs National and Loch Lomond Day Tour from Edinburgh

Stirling Castle,Trossachs National and Loch Lomond Day Tour from Edinburgh

9 hoursFree Cancellation

4.6

(78)

from $76

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3-Day Isle of Skye and Scottish Highlands from Edinburgh

Debbie_O, Jun 2026

Expect limited time at...

Expect limited time at stops - as is noted in agenda so may not be able spend as much time as you would like. There was some confusion about reservations for meals in Portree as B&B host told us they don’t take reservations which I think is true for some but not all places. Stewart was great!

Edinburgh Hop-on Hop-off City Tour with Live Guide

John_M, May 2026

Great travel option to tour around Edinburgh and get overview and then hop off to explore an area on foot.

Good overview of the attractions and points of interest in Edinburgh with the ability to leave tour at select spots andcexplore area in more detail and then hop back on tour to continue. Pass is good for 24 hours so best to plan whole day around it to take full advantage. There are a few tour options (Red bus or Green bus) so if you know what areas you wish to see then compare routes to buy best option for you.

Edinburgh: Isle of Skye, Highlands and Loch Ness 3-Day Tour

Kym_M, May 2026

The magic of the Highlands and Isle of Skye

I have done lots of day trips, but no overnight trips and this was beyond all expectations. I really think I hit the jackpot with my tour guide Scott the information that he provided all of us was exceptional. His passion for the country the history, the music everything was absolutely exceptional. This is a must see trip, but I would highly recommend doing it before June or later in the fall. Scott said it gets very very busy after June and up into the fall.

Edinburgh: Loch Lomond, Stirling Castle and the Kelpies Day Tour

Denise_S, May 2026

Great trip

This is a great tour with the perfect time (castle could have been longer as it took a bit to get started setting up the audio tour and there was a lot to see) for each event. Our guide, Gary, was very knowledgeable and gave us information all along the way. It was a long day but didn’t seem too bad with his commentary and stops.

Outlander Locations Tour Including Admissions from Edinburgh

David_S, May 2026

Great tour, Richard!

Rich made the tour funny: great stories, funny, insightful, and informative. Played interesting and appropriate tunes as well to mix things up. Like all tours, there is usually one troubled person and Rich handled everything professionally and casually. And we got a feee cookie! Also, just as a side note, another guide from another tour (Sean?) was kind enough to answer some questions for me. An untimely hot weatherman’s would have liked a bit more on the air conditioning, but that is probably a rare occurrence for us.

Highland Lochs, Glens & Castles Small Group Tour from Edinburgh

Lizzie_C, May 2026

A must for Outlander and Monty Python fans

Douglas was a great host! This is a great trip to fill in some of the lesser known/not as popular gaps in your itinerary. Doune Castle was a highlight, a must for fans of Outlander or Monty Python. We fitted in a lot of stops, on a well planned route by Discover Scotland. Great craic!

Edinburgh: The Kelpies, Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond & Trossachs

samuel_s, May 2026

A bit long but generally...

A bit long but generally excellent. The Kelpies were great, Stirling Castle also excellent (better than Edinburgh Castle). Not much to see at Loch Lomond but information was interesting. The drive through the Trossachs(?) was uncomfortable because of all the curves and up and downs but visit to see and feed the Hamish cows was a highlight. Driver Alastair was entertaining

Scottish Highlands, Loch Ness and Glencoe Day Trip from Edinburgh

Jennifer_H, May 2026

Brody packed so much in!...

Brody packed so much in! I learned a lot of history and saw so many things. If you want to see The Highlands and Loch Ness, and don’t have time to take the multi day tours, this is perfect for you! Brody was fantastic. He was the perfect blend of Scottish sarcasm, humor and knowledge.

City Sightseeing Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kids Go Free

Ruth_R, Apr 2026

Excellent for one day around the city.

Excellent city centre tour. Easy to find bus stops plus comfortable earphones with informative details of the city in multiple languages. Great for those with limited energy to get around the city and its top attractions. We were informed these tickets covered red and blue route when purchasing, please note they do not. Red route only. There is another company Big Bus (also on Viator) that do the blue and red route. Plus another company that offer a green route. The red route is perfect for a days exploring, red and blue for 2 days.

Edinburgh Darkside Walking Tour: Mysteries, Murder and Legends

Jennifer_C, Apr 2026

Great tour

A great tour, with lots of local colour. I do wish there hadn't been any children on the tour, but that's not the guide's fault. However, his amendments on their behalf, and the reminders that they had chosen the Darkside tour, were a bit unfortunate. Still a worthwhile tour. It was pouring rain, and G still made the most of the evening, adapting as need be.

Royal Edinburgh Ticket - Hop-On Hop-Off and Attraction Admissions

Tennyson_C, Oct 2025

Recommended if you plan to go to the included museums

Drivers of the HOHO Buses are nice. People at the station are nice and helpful. Only suggestion is to give exact address of the Information Centre to redeem tickets as the information I had was just Waterloo Place but don’t know the address so hard to find from map.