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Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Dungeon Tickets + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Name: Combo (Save 5%): Edinburgh Dungeon Tickets + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Start: 2026-08-17T12:30:00
End: 2026-08-17T13:50:00
Location: Edinburgh

4.6/5(1,358)

Patricia G

Family

Verified booking

3 days ago

It was a great time the actors where brilliant The kids just loved it And they enjoyed the audience participation Would definitely recommend this trip

James L

Family

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Highlights started at the beginning when we entered the staff were so helpful to my grandson and I. We had a super scary experience with actors and actresses serving up all kinds of wonderful moments of the past . But be aware guys super frightening also.. The whole experience was so good we will definitely be back for more.. Kind regards Papa Jim and grandson Blair ❤️

Explore Edinburgh’s dark past at the Dungeon and enjoy the city’s best landmarks on a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass.

Enter the Edinburgh Dungeon with a 15-min timed ticket. Watch dramatic live shows about Scotland’s darkest tales & enjoy a spooky experience with your folks.

Get unlimited bus access on the Red Route for 24 hours with audio in 9 languages, special kids’ commentary, free headphones & ticket validity for one year.

Only five minutes between the Dungeon and hop-on bus stop means you can smoothly switch from spooky thrills to exploring city landmarks without losing time.

Edinburgh Dungeon

Entry to the Edinburgh Dungeon

80-mins show

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass

Access to Red Route

Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, and Russian

Horrible Histories' kid's commentary

Headphones

Free kids' tickets

Flexible validity for up to 12 months from your selected date

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Entry tickets to attractions

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Paolo V
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It's a great way to get a first impression of the city and to visit the various "attractions" without having to walk too far. The drivers and attendants are all very friendly.
Mr James B
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Honestly thought Iwe were going to see actual dungeons. The tour was absolutely fantastic and funny . The information was great and the staff were great
Lucia F
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
My mom and I went to Edinburgh for the first time; we stayed near downtown. I recommend this experience to get a general sense of the city.
Patricia G
Family
Verified booking
3 days ago
It was a great time the actors where brilliant The kids just loved it And they enjoyed the audience participation Would definitely recommend this trip
Paul L
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was fantastic a lot of jump scares really enjoyed it an ther actors where fantastic

See Edinburgh’s landmarks and legends with one ticket that covers a full-day city bus tour and a spooky stop at the Edinburgh Dungeon.

Getting started

Kick things off wherever you like. Hop on the bus at any stop or head straight to the Dungeon. Just flash your mobile ticket. At the Dungeon, there’s a quick scan and a short security check before the spooky fun begins.

What to expect

City Sightseeing: Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

This tour makes exploring the city super easy. The Red route takes you to all the big sights, and you can get off and back on whenever you feel like.

Features:

Red route access: Get on and off at top spots like Edinburgh Castle, Grassmarket, the Royal Mile, and Johnston Terrace. Buses run every 10-12 minutes.

Audio guide: Hear cool facts and stories about the city in multiple languages. Kids get their own Horrible Histories channel too.

Open-top views: Snap pics and soak up the sights from the top deck. You get awesome views all around.

The Edinburgh Dungeon Ticket

Time to turn down the lights and crank up the drama. The Dungeon mixes scary stories and real history with actors, effects, and spine-tingling sets.

Features:

Live shows and special effects: Meet creepy characters like the Witch of Edinburgh and watch scenes unfold right in front of you.

Drop ride: End with a heart-racing freefall. It’s fast, fun, and totally unexpected.

Historical storytelling: Hear wild tales from Edinburgh’s darker days with characters like Maggie Dickson in unforgettable settings.

What to bring

Edinburgh Dungeon + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Have your entry tickets, and ID ready for a seamless experience.

What's not allowed

Edinburgh Dungeon

Sharp metallic tools or objects, drones, alcohol, smoke bombs, fireworks, glass bottles, illegal substances, rollerblades, skateboards, scooters, large bags are not allowed on this experience.

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 4 years.

Entry to kids under 15 without guardians is not included with these tickets.

Accessibility

Edinburgh Dungeon + Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Edinburgh Dungeon

Elevators are available at the venue for easy access.

People with back issues and pregnant people are restricted from participating in certain shows of this experience.

Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Wheelchairs must be no larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high to board the bus. If unsure, contact the service provider.

Just a heads up, each bus can only accommodate 1 wheelchair at a time. If there is already a passenger in a wheelchair, please wait for the next one.

Additional Information

Edinburgh Dungeon

Facilities: restroom.

Guests aged 16 or 17 are required to present ID or a parent/guardian’s written permission.

The recommended age for the dungeon is 8 and above.

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Children aged 3 and under travel for free. Child tickets must be added to the cart at the final stage of booking.

Small and well-behaved dogs allowed onboard.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

Edinburgh Dungeon Entry Tickets

Show your ticket at The Edinburgh Dungeon.

Address: 31 Market Place, Edinburgh EH1 1DF, United Kingdom.

Get directions to the redemption point

Edinburgh Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

You can then board the bus at any designated stops.

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.