🚌 Savour the Best of Glasgow & Edinburgh — A Non-Guided Experience
🚌 Savour the Best of Glasgow & Edinburgh — A Non-Guided Experience
Step aboard our iconic vintage Route master and discover Scotland’s most vibrant cities with a twist. This isn’t your typical city bus tour – it’s a chance to relax, indulge, and soak in the atmosphere from the comfort of our classic 1966 red double-decker.
With Red Bus Bistro, sightseeing becomes an experience to savour. Whether you’re sipping gin with afternoon tea or clinking glasses on an evening ride through twinkling streets, this is Edinburgh and Glasgow like you’ve never seen them.
🍴 What Makes Red Bus Bistro Different?
- Iconic Vintage Bus: Dine and ride on a beautifully restored 1966 Route Master
- Scotland’s Only Gastronomy Tour Bus: No guides, no headsets – just great food, drink, and views.
- Thematic Experience: Afternoon tea, evening dining, seasonal tours, whiskey and wine tasting
- Memorable Moments: Perfect for birthdays, date nights, hen parties, and unforgettable group get-togethers.
Whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering the cities you love, this is sightseeing with a side of style.
🎟️ Book Your Experience
Whether you’re a local or a visitor, our Red Bus tours offer a unique way to savour the spirit of Glasgow and Edinburgh. No guides, no schedules – just great food, great company, and great views.
🌟 Most Popular Experiences – Glasgow & Edinburgh
Get on board for a unique Glasgow or Edinburgh Bus Tour. Enjoy either an afternoon tea or gin tea on our vintage 1966 Routemaster Bus, while you take in the stunning sights that both Edinburgh and Glasgow have to offer.
Choose From Two Iconic Locations
Crowned the first UNESCO City of Music in the UK, Glasgow’s heart beats with passion, energy and flair. Discover the city in style aboard the vintage red bus.
The bus departure and return point is Shuttle Street in Glasgow’s city centre. Find out more about our Glasgow Sightseeing Bus Tours.
Edinburgh is a world heritage site steeped in history, beauty and character. It’s the perfect fusion of old and new worlds. There really is nowhere else quite like it.
The bus departure and return point is Waterloo Place in Edinburgh’s city centre. Find out more about our Edinburgh Sightseeing Bus Tours.
🎄 Seasonal & Themed Experiences
From festive fun to fan favourites, explore our rotating themed events:
- Santa Bus Tour – Family-friendly ride with Santa himself
- Christmas Lights Tour Bus – See Glasgow sparkle from your table
- Naughty or Nice Adults-Only Tour – A cheeky festive night out
- Cocktails & Christmas Lights – Mix, sip and enjoy holiday sights
- Taylor Swift Inspired Tour – ‘Swiftify’ your ride with themed décor and treats
- ABBA & 80s Tours – Retro music, themed cocktails, pure nostalgia
- Whiskey & Wine Discovery Tour – Explore local tipples with a view
- Princess & Superhero Tour – For little adventurers an dreamers
- Country & Carols Tour – Country classics or festive sing-alongs on wheels
Private Hire& Special Occasions
Looking to make your next event truly memorable? The Red Bus Bistro is the perfect venue for:
- Hen Parties & Birthdays
- Anniversaries
- Wedding Transfers
- Brand Launches & Filming
With your own private vintage bus, tailored menus, and that unmistakeable red bus flair, it’s a celebration they’ll never forget.
Family Friends (With a Few Notes)
- Children welcome on most tours (excl. alcohol – focused events)
- Due to our classic design, we can’t carry under-3s in Glasgow or under-5s in Edinburgh
- While the experience is relaxed, there are no seatbelts – it’s part of the charm (and the licensing laws).
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What our happy customers say...
What a great way to spend a Saturday. Afternoon tea was really good, Prosecco was nice however the gin cocktails were brilliant. Really recommend this for a different way to spend Saturday. We will definitely be back. Thanks to all on board for their attentive service.
– susjon · TripAdvisor
Amazing afternoon spent aboard the Red Bus; afternoon tea was delicious, gin cocktails were a highlight(!). Great way to see Glasgow.
– Claire E. · Google Reviews
We booked the Gin Afternoon Tea as a birthday gift for my mum when we visited Edinburgh. She absolutely loved it. The food was lovely, all fresh and tasty. The Gin cocktails were lovely, a little bit different and a great selection of flavours. It was really memorable and we would definitely recommend.
– E8023TAlisak · TripAdvisor
We all had a fantastic time. Food and drink were lovely. Cannot praise the staff enough they were a delight. All in all our trip to Glasgow was a delight we celebrated our friends birthday. 😁
– Cath L. · Google Reviews