Want to sightsee without sore feet or planning stress? Say hello to the classic hop-on, hop-off experience, your all-access ticket to the UK’s most iconic cities. Whether you’re exploring castle-stacked Edinburgh, history-rich Bath, or the big smoke of London, these open-top buses give you freedom, flexibility, and front-row seats to the action. Here are our top picks across the UK, just grab your ticket, hop on board, and let the adventure begin.
London
City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off Tour of London
Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, Tower Bridge, tick them all off in one smooth ride. With over 30 stops around the city and live or audio commentary, this tour is the easiest way to cover London’s greatest hits.
- Rating: 4.7 / 5
- From: £37.00
- Duration: All day access
Hop-on Hop-off London Big Bus Tour
This premium route covers three unique circuits with options to add a Thames river cruise or walking tour. Perfect if you want the VIP sightseeing package.
- Rating: 4.4 / 5
- From: £40.50
- Duration: All day access
Uber Boat Hop-on Hop-off 1 Day Tickets
Trade traffic for the Thames with this river-powered version of hop-on, hop-off. Stops include Westminster, Tower, Greenwich, and more, it’s London’s most scenic commute.
- Rating: 4.6 / 5
- From: £21.20
- Duration: All day access
Edinburgh
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour of Edinburgh
See the Scottish capital in style with sweeping views of Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and the Royal Mile. Includes an engaging commentary for all your history buff needs.
- Rating: 4.8 / 5
- From: £16.00
- Duration: All day access
Glasgow
City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour of Glasgow
From the Kelvingrove Art Gallery to the gritty charm of the West End, this tour shows Glasgow’s many sides with live guides and headphone commentary in 7 languages.
- Rating: 4.5 / 5
- From: £15.00
- Duration: All day access
Bath
Tootbus Hop-on Hop-off Bath Discovery Tour
Unwind in the golden-hued streets of Bath with this laid-back tour. Roman baths, Georgian gems, and rolling countryside views await on this UNESCO World Heritage ride.
- Rating: 4.5 / 5
- From: £22.50
- Duration: All day access
York
24-hour Hop-on Hop-off City Sightseeing Bus Tour of York
Explore England’s most haunted city without breaking a sweat. Medieval walls, Viking relics, and the magnificent York Minster are all on your radar with this top-rated tour.
- Rating: 5 / 5
- From: £15.72
- Duration: All day access
Oxford
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour of Oxford & Carfax Tower
See the dreaming spires from every angle on this classic circuit. Add a climb up Carfax Tower for a bird’s-eye view of Britain’s brainiest city.
- Rating: 4 / 5
- From: Price varies
- Duration: All day access
Why BookGoDo Loves It
Hop-on hop-off tours are one of the easiest, most fun ways to explore a new city (or rediscover an old favourite). You’re free to set your pace, follow your curiosity, and learn as you go, no Google Maps panic or sore legs involved. With routes in every major UK city, these tours are the ultimate flexible adventure, just the way we like i
