This unique ticket is all you need to explore the Royal splendours of Scotland's capital. Valid for 48 hours, The Royal Edinburgh Ticket includes guaranteed entry to three majestic attractions in Scotland’s capital. Hop-on, Hop-off three Edinburgh Bus Tours as you explore the city between each attraction with panoramic views from the top deck.
Tickets valid until 28th March 2026
Buy Your Royal Edinburgh Ticket (Valid until 28th March 2026)
Tickets valid FROM 29th March 2026
Buy Your Royal Edinburgh Ticket (Valid from 29th March 2026)
Edinburgh Castle
- Edinburgh Bus Tours ticket sellers will reserve your time slot
- This cannot be arranged in advance of your visit. We guarantee entry for Royal Edinburgh Ticket customers even when Edinburgh Castle’s own website is sold out.
- Home to the nation’s Crown Jewels, including the Stone of Destiny
- The One o’ Clock Gun - the famous time signal, firing since 1861
- Spectacular views across the capital
- St. Margaret’s Chapel – the oldest building in Edinburgh
- See Mons Meg – one of Europe’s oldest siege guns
Which tours go to Edinburgh Castle?
The Royal Yacht Britannia
- Follow in the footsteps of Royalty and discover their former floating palace.
- Fascinating audio tour available in 30 languages.
- Discover how the Royal Family and 220 crew lived.
- Relax and enjoy waiter service in the Royal Deck Tea Room.
- Scotland’s best attraction for 12 years.
- The Royal Yacht Britannia is open 7 days a week
Which tours go to The Royal Yacht Britannia?
Palace of Holyroodhouse
- His Majesty The King's official residence in Scotland
- Magnificent State Apartments used by the Royal Family
- Historic chambers of Mary, Queen of Scots
- Romantic ruin of Holyrood Abbey
- Audio tour in 9 languages
- The Palace of Holyroodhouse is closed on the following dates:
- Thursday 14 May - Monday 18 May 2026 - entry to The King's Gallery and a Palace Guidebook are offered as an alternative to Royal Edinburgh Ticket customers.
- Friday 26 June - Friday 3 July 2026 - entry to The King's Gallery and a Palace Guidebook are offered as an alternative to Royal Edinburgh Ticket customers.
- Palace is CLOSED TUESDAY AND WEDNESDAY each week and no alternative is offered (open 7 days 21 May - 7 Sep only)
- In addition, Palace is closed Monday 19 January 2026.
- Palace is also closed 25 and 26 December 2026.
Which tours go to the Palace of Holyroodhouse?
3 unique bus tours
Unlimited travel on our 3 City Tours
Hop-on, Hop-off our tour buses to visit the Royal attractions
Valid for 48 hours
All city tours are wheelchair and Class 2 mobility scooter accessible
- Children under 5 years travel FREE (maximum 2 per paying adult).
- Group discounts available in advance, please call 0131 556 2244 for details (minimum 10 people or minimum 15 people for The Royal Edinburgh Ticket).
- Point to Point fares also available (purchasable on bus only).
