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Edinburgh City Pass
One pass. Unlimited city.
The Edinburgh City Pass, sold through MyScottishPass (), bundles 20+ paid experiences into a single purchase – covering tours, paid attractions, a hop-on hop-off bus, and a return airport tram journey. A separate 'Pass + Castle' version adds direct Edinburgh Castle entry. This page covers what each option includes, how the pricing stacks up against buying tickets individually, and which visitors are most likely to get genuine value from it.
How it works
One pass, unlimited access
Buy online
Purchase your pass in minutes. It's fully digital — nothing to print.
Choose your pass
Pick All-Inclusive (unlimited days), Explorer (choose attractions), or Essentials.
Scan and go
Show your pass at each attraction. No separate tickets, no queueing to pay.
Save as you go
The more you visit, the more you save. Passes typically break even by the second attraction.
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One pass, all the sights
Save up to 50% on Edinburgh's top attractions. All passes are digital, free to cancel within 90 days, and activate only when you're ready.
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Common questions
FAQs
Is the Edinburgh City Pass worth the money?
The 1-day pass (£55) breaks even if you use three mid-range inclusions. Camera Obscura (£24.95) + Holyrood Distillery Tour (£25) + Hidden Vaults Tour (£24) comes to £73.95 at the door – a saving of nearly £19 on the pass price. Add the Big Bus tour (£20) and you're at roughly £94 of retail value for £55. The case is strongest for visitors doing two or more paid tours or experiences per day. If you're mainly visiting Edinburgh's free museums or spending most of your time at Edinburgh Castle alone, the pass is harder to justify.
Does the Edinburgh City Pass include Edinburgh Castle?
The standard Edinburgh City Pass does not include direct entry to Edinburgh Castle – it includes a walking tour with Edinburgh Castle as a stop, which is different from full admission. To get actual castle entry, you need the 'Pass + Castle' version, which costs £70 for one day or £105 for three days (adult). Edinburgh Castle independently costs approximately £19.50–£21.50, so the upgrade is worth it only if you're also doing several other included experiences. Always pre-book your Castle slot through the pass portal – it sells out in summer.
Where do I buy the Edinburgh City Pass?
Buy directly , which is the official pass operator, or through (Edinburgh's official tourism site). It's also available on GetYourGuide and Viator. Buying directly is recommended so you can access the booking portal to reserve time slots for experiences that require them, including Edinburgh Castle. The pass activates the first time you scan at an attraction, so you can buy ahead of your trip.
Ready to explore Edinburgh?
Your pass activates the moment you first scan it.