Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

The Sydney sightseeing bus (Big Bus Tour) is a comfortable and convenient way to get around the city. This open-top, double decker bus tours the iconic sights of Australia's most cosmopolitan city. You can hop on and off at any of the stops to explore the city at your leisure.

Sydney Tourist Bus

This sightseeing bus follows 2 different routes that last 1 hour and 30 minutes, with more than 33 stops located near the main tourist attractions of Sydney. Throughout the journey, enjoy pre-recorded commentary in English about the places you visit.

Discover the city's essential sights on the red line. You'll appreciate the mix of architectural styles that make Sydney so eclectic. The blue route introduces you to the Australian beach and surf culture, as it connects the city to the legendary Bondi Beach.

Some unmissable stops are the world-famous Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and Sydney Tower, the tallest building in the city.

• Routes and stops on the sightseeing tour

How Does it Work?

The ticket is valid for 1 or 2 consecutive days from the time it's first used. During this time you can hop on and off the buses as many times as you like to see Sydney's most iconic sights.

Timetable and Frequency

• Red line (city tour): Thursday to Monday from 9 am to 4 pm, every 30 minutes. The last bus leaves from stop 1 at 3:30 pm. The full tour lasts 1 hour and 45 minutes.
• Blue Line (Bondi Beach Tour): Thursday to Monday 9:30 am to 3:15 pm, every 45 or 60 minutes. The last bus departs from stops 12 and 24 at 2:45 pm.

Temporary Closures and Timetables

Until further notice, the Sydney Sightseeing Bus will only operate on the Red Line once every 2 hours.

Ticket for the Sydney Tower

If you don’t want to miss one of Sydney’s top attractions during your visit, be sure to book your ticket to the Sydney Tower—you won’t regret it!