BigBus Istanbul Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour

• Uncover Istanbul’s worldly charm on a bus that runs every 30 - 60 minutes across 2 routes with 15+ stops

• Discover the beauty of Istanbul at your own pace by hopping on and off at any stop along the routes

• Soak in the city against a backdrop of minarets and mosques from the open-topped decks of the bus

• Tick off highlights like Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace and Basilica Cistern

• Explore Istanbul's famous miniature park, Miniatürk, and Naval Museum with free entry included

• Tune into fascinating facts and stories via pre-recorded commentary, available in 8 languages

• With 1, 2, or 3-day passes, and extended validity for 6 months, enjoy the flexibility to plan your visit

• Click here for detailed route map and boarding points

• 1/2/3-day hop-on-hop-off bus pass

• Free wi-fi

• Audioguide in 8 languages

• Complimentary earphones

• Reward voucher booklet

• Free newspaper in English and Arabic

• Free entry to Miniaturk

• Free entry to Naval Museum

• Hotel transfers

• Additional gratuities

Audio Guide Languages

English, Turkish, Arabic, Russian, French, German, Italian & Spanish

Discounted Tickets

Child tickets are available at a discounted rate

Ticket Information

In the next step of your booking, choose the desired duration of the pass:

• 1 Day Classic Ticket

• 2 Day Premium Ticket

• 3 Day Deluxe Ticket

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Schedule

Click here for detailed route map and boarding points

Red Route: Istanbul City Tour

• Popular stops on the route are Dolmabahçe Palace, Naval Museum, and Egyptian Spice Bazaar

• Frequency: Every 30 min

• First bus at 9:15 AM from Sultanahmet Square and the last bus is at 5:45 PM

• Tour Duration: 2 hrs

Blue Route: Golden Horn Tour

• Popular stops on the route are Miniatürk, Rahmi Koç Museum, and Rüstem Pasha Mosque

• Frequency: Every 60 min

• First bus at 10:00 AM from Sultanahmet Square and the last bus is at 4:00 PM

• Tour Duration: 1 hr 15 min

Important Information

• Times and routes may vary depending on traffic conditions, city-wide events, and other events beyond the control of the service provider

• All buses are wheelchair accessible with holding space up to 1 wheelchair per bus

• In addition to the regular Red Route service, Taksim Square departures will take place at 09:15 AM and 09:45 AM

• If you choose the 1-day pass, it will remain valid for 1 calendar day. Multi-day passes are valid for consecutive days only

• For Cruise Travellers: Bus stop number 4 on the Red Route is right outside the Port main terminal exit

• Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

• Display the voucher on your mobile phone at the boarding point with a valid ID.

• You can join the Hop-on Hop-Off tour from any of the boarding points.

• Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.