Quick Details
Adult - Afternoon Tea
Ages 10 and older
£ 44.50
Child
Ages 5-9 years
£ 20
A Sparkling Sightseeing Experience with a Delicious Twist
Looking for a unique way to see Edinburgh? Join us aboard our vintage red Routemaster for an afternoon tea bus tour that pairs beautiful city views with bubbles, bakes, and a touch of luxury.
Whether you’re treating a loved one, planning a celebration, or just fancy an afternoon out with fizz and flavour, this afternoon tea sightseeing bus makes Edinburgh sparkle — one scone at a time.
🕒 Quick Tour Details
• Location: Edinburgh
• Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
• Departures: 12pm and 3pm — Tuesdays to Sundays
• Pick-Up Point: Stand ZE, Waterloo Place, EH1 3EG (across from Howies Restaurant)
• Minimum Age: 5+ (children under 5 not permitted due to licensing)
🍰 A Classic Afternoon Tea with a Glass of Fizz
Take your seat upstairs and let our friendly team serve up a show-stopping afternoon tea, featuring:
• Home-baked scones with cream & jam
• Sandwiches, wraps & mini rolls
• Mini quiche and savoury bites
• Delicate petit fours and rich cakes
• Freshly brewed tea or coffee
• And of course — a chilled glass of fizz
This is afternoon tea with alcohol, served with city sights and a side of nostalgia.
🌆 Edinburgh’s Best Views – From the Top Deck
As the bus winds through the capital, you’ll enjoy panoramic views of:
• Edinburgh Castle
• The Royal Mile
• Arthur’s Seat
• Holyrood Palace
• Grassmarket
• And much more
It’s a scenic tour — no walking, no rush — just great food and stunning views aboard a one-of-a-kind bus.
🎁 Gifting or Celebrating?
• Perfect gift idea – Give the gift of afternoon tea with a Red Bus Bistro voucher
• Planning a hen party, birthday or group outing? Choose from our celebration add-ons when booking. Customisation options available.
Want a more personalised experience? Ask about private hire or upgrades.
ℹ️ Good to Know
Table Sharing & Upgrades
To preserve the original layout, tables may be shared. Prefer your own? £10 per empty seat secures your private space.
Children
Children aged 5+ welcome. Ages 10+ charged at full adult rate.
Toilets
No onboard toilets (vintage charm comes with quirks). A comfort break is included.
Dietary Requirements
We cater to most dietary needs — just let us know in advance when booking.
Discounts
We offer 10% off for NHS, emergency services and HM Forces. Thank you for your service.
🚍 Also Available in Glasgow
Love this idea? You can enjoy afternoon tea with fizz in Glasgow too — see our full tour list for more.
🎟️ Book Your Edinburgh Fizz Experience Now
Afternoon tea, city sights and a glass of bubbles? Yes please. Seats fill fast, so don’t miss your chance to tour Edinburgh in sparkling style.
👉 Book your spot now, or contact us:
📧 [email protected]
📞 01355 229448
Raise a glass, take in the views, and let Edinburgh unfold before you — from your seat on the Red Bus Bistro.
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Join us for a unique city sightseeing tour. The 90 minute experience includes a bus tour around the city’s famous landmarks with ‘bite size’ chunks of storytelling, freshly prepared Afternoon Tea, fizz, fresh tea or coffee.
**Seasonal changes may alter the menu selection
What’s Included
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- Classic Afternoon Tea serving per person
- A glass of prosecco per person
- A serving of fresh tea or coffee per person
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To keep the original charm of the Routemaster bus the dining tables are fashionably snug, 1960’s style. The table dimensions are:
26.7 inches x 22.8 inches
During high season and on busy days you may be required to share a table with other guests.
You can upgrade to your own table with specific seats:
Front pair upstairs: £6pp; Guaranteed upstairs: £4pp; Exclusive use of table for four: £10 per unused seat.To arrange please call us once your booking is confirmed.
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Children up to 9 years are welcome. Cost per child is £20. 10 years old and over full adult price.
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The Routemaster buses were not built with toilet facilities. There are no toilets on board.
The tour will stop for a 15-minute comfort break close to public facilities. A nice opportunity to stretch your legs. -
We can cater to a range of dietary requirements if we are informed in advance. Select your options above to book online or call us to confirm.
We cannot guarantee that all of our ingredients have been produced in a nut-free environment.
We cannot accept bookings for a passenger with an air borne allergy.
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To support our emergency services and as special thanks, employees of the NHS, Police and Fire Service, and current and retired members of HM Forces receive a 10% discount.
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Waterloo place Stand ZEAcross from Howie’s Restaurant