Booking fee
The booking fee includes the costs of booking your tickets such as charges for payment processing. It also covers the provision of our customer care center for processing your order, and all charges imposed by our suppliers.
* This tour requires at least one of the following per booking: Adult, Senior
Enjoy the very best afternoon tea that Edinburgh has to offer. Indulge in a selection of sandwiches, cakes, savouries and warm home baked scones with Traditional preserves and fresh whipped cream. The Tour explores all the main attractions in Edinburgh, including the historic Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Old Town to name a few. Duration of tour is between 70 – 90 minutes. We are licensed so additional drinks can be purchased from our onboard bar.
This tour is not suitable for children 5 and under and they can not be permitted on board the bus.
Home baked warm scone with cream, jam and strawberry garnish
Handmade Sandwich selections
Selection of Petit Fours
Coffee and/or Tea
Sumptuous cupcakes
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Souvenir drinks cup
Departure Point
St Andrew Square, Edinburgh EH2, UK
Scott Monument, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Scott Monument is a Victorian Gothic monument to Scottish author Sir Walter Scott
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Edinburgh Castle is a historic fortress which dominates the skyline of Edinburgh, the capital city of Scotland.
The Meadows, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Meadows is a large public park in Edinburgh, Scotland, to the south of the city centre.
Greyfriars Bobby, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Greyfriars Bobby was a Skye Terrier who became known in 19th-century Edinburgh for spending 14 years guarding the grave of his owner until he died himself on 14 January 1872. The story continues to be well known in Scotland, through several books and films.
Grassmarket, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Nestled in the heart of Edinburgh's historic Old Town, behind Edinburgh Castle, the Grassmarket area is one of the most vibrant, picturesque and lively areas of the city.
Arthur's Seat, Edinburgh, United Kingdom Arthur's Seat is an extinct volcano which is the main peak of the group of hills in Edinburgh, Scotland, which form most of Holyrood Park, described by Robert Louis Stevenson as "a hill for magnitude, a mountain in virtue of its bold design"
Palace of Holyroodhouse, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Palace of Holyroodhouse, commonly referred to as Holyrood Palace, is the official residence of the British monarch in Scotland, Queen Elizabeth II.
The Scottish Parliament, Edinburgh, United Kingdom The Scottish Parliament is the unicameral legislature of Scotland.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
We do not offer live or recorded guide commentary on our buses. We are a dining Experience whilst touring Edinburgh or Glasgow.
Red Bus Bistro Bookings are only valid for the date and time stated.
Patrons should expect to share a table especially on our busier weekend tours. If patrons would rather not share a table we can try and accommodate them on a quieter tour.
Patrons are requested to arrive 10–15 minutes before departure at St Andrews Square Edinburgh EH2 2AD. Unfortunately we cannot wait for late comers as we only have a limited time on stand. Refunds will not be offered to latecomers.
We offer gluten free or vegetarian options. Our Products may contain nuts. Please specify requirements upon reservation.
No tickets are issued for the tour.
Your Surname is passed to the Bus Manager prior to your tour, this will be requested upon arrival at the bus, you can print this email out purely for your own information.
Please be prepared to redeem any Gift Voucher you may have used for payment to the bus on the day of the tour.
If you have booked using an Itison voucher, we may ask to see your voucher on your phone.
Children have to be 5 years and older to be allowed onboard Red Bus Bistro children aged 5 to 9 years old are charged at £20 pounds and children aged 10 and over are charged as full paying adult.
Anyone under the age of 14 must be accompanied by an adult
There may be occasions where the tour has to be cancelled without advance notice, in the event of a cancellation patrons will be refunded in full or transferred onto another tour date.
If the tour is cancelled after the first half an hours commencement, we will then offer availability on another tour.
Smoking is not permitted on the Bus at any time.
Red Bus Bistro does not take any responsibility for the loss, damage or theft of personal belongings while on the Bus.
Conditions of carriage are subject to legislation set out by the Public Passenger Vehicles Act 1981; all details can be given by the Red Bus Bistro head office.
We would like to point out that we operate Vintage Routemaster Buses, and although we keep our vehicles in the best possible maintenance condition there will be times that unforeseen maintenance issues may arise and result in a disruption to the tours, or cancellation; however we will endeavour to do everything in our power to avoid any disruption.
Red Bus Bistro Company reserves the right to refuse carriage of patrons who are intoxicated, or displaying threatening or abusive behaviour, no refunds will be given under these circumstances. We also ask that a reasonable standard of behaviour is adhered to while on the tour, as there are other passengers to consider.
Red Bus Bistro is not responsible for any damage caused by breaking the rules.
RED BUS BISTRO COMPANY LIMITED ACCESS POLICIES
It is not the policy of Red Bus Bistro Company Ltd to discriminate in any way against employees or passengers regarding disability, gender, race, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.
Red Bus Bistro’s Bus was registered in 1966; it consists of Drivers Cab, upper deck, lower deck, and will always have at least 4 staff on board. The bus seats 12 downstairs and 28 upstairs; unfortunately due to the age and design of the Bus we cannot accommodate wheelchair passengers. Red Bus Bistro can reserve seating in advance for the lower deck for those with mobility concerns. As per above, patrons should otherwise be prepared to share a table, where the patrons would rather be seated alone we can try and accommodate them on a quieter tour however not guaranteed,
There is no toilet on board.
The tour will last between 70-90 minutes dependant on conditions, in which time our patrons will be served with an Afternoon Tea or Gin Tour. For private hire all requests are considered.
Red Bus Bistro Company Limited will go out of its way to cater for as diverse and audience as possible within the physical confines of the bus, and will follow the DDA Legislation guidelines at all times.
All information gained from Patrons will never be given to any third parties; Red Bus Bistro Company Limited is responsible for all online transactions.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
russy2673
25 Apr 2023
Great afternoon tea experience in Edinburgh.
Friendly and attentive staff with added local information. Dietary needs were catered for.
CHoward_11
25 Apr 2023
This was the best fun and such a laugh, the highlight definitely was the photo in the drivers seat, the laughing at that. The music on the bus was brilliant, the staff was lovely. The food was very good also. The whole experience made our trip to Edinburgh. I would highly recommend this trip.
S734QFdaniellec
24 Apr 2023
Absolutely brilliant day out. Food was great, service on board was great and the drive round Edinburgh in general was great. All dietary requirements are catered for also!
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We always double-check the availability with our local partners for each booking. Even though this is usually a swift process, it can take up to 24 hours. Once this process is completed you will receive your voucher or ticket by email. If our local partner is not able to confirm your booking we will offer you the best possible alternative. If the new date and/or time doesn’t fit your itinerary, we will reimburse the full amount paid.
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