Hop-on Hop-off Tours Kyoto

Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Open-top bus tour in Kyoto passing Kyoto Tower and city buildings.

Red double-decker bus on Kyoto sightseeing tour passing cherry blossoms.

Kyoto sightseeing hop-on hop-off buses parked at a city bus terminal.

Kyoto Sky Hop Bus passing Kyoto Tower on a clear day.

Explore at your pace

Choose your entry time, stay as long as you like

Audio guide

Enhance your experience with multilingual audio guide

Explore Kyoto on this hop-on hop-off tour and choose between a 1-day or 2-day pass for a flexible itinerary.

4.2/5

(240)

Eileen

Nov 2025

Verified booking

4/5

Since,I'm new visitor to Kyoto , I couldn't locate where in Kyoto Station your buses were located. On the brochure is should indicated 'Bus Terminal'. Lack of Signage can be confusing. This bus tour gave me insight of Kyoto. I stayed on the bus for East line than continue on with West Line. Lack of coordination on went the bus will stop to get off. There should be signal of the next Stop. So folks can get Off.

Anders

Aug 2025

Verified booking

4/5

As expected, took us to all sights we were interested in. Bus stops were easy to find and frequency was good. The staff onboard were all very helpful.

Maximize your Kyoto adventure with a 1-2 day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass. The city's top attractions are yours to explore at your leisure.

Enjoy flexibility with 3 routes and 14 carefully chosen stops across Kyoto. Buses run every 40 minutes, so you can savor each location to your heart's content.

Climb aboard open-top buses and enjoy audio commentary in 7 languages. Watch Kyoto's captivating streetscapes unfold before your eyes as you tour the city.

Journey through time at the UNESCO site Nijo Castle, the 18th-century Imperial Palace, and along the enchanting Kamo River.

1 or 2-day unlimited hop-on-hop-off pass

Access to Red, Purple & Green routes

Audio guide in Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, French & German

Free Wi-Fi

Poncho/raincoat (during rainy season)

Entry to attractions

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

4.2
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What our guests say
Amanda
Dec 2025
Verified booking
3/5
The hop on hop off bus tours are usually a good way to see a lot of sights in a short time frame and we have used these a couple of times in other cities. Unfortunately this time in Kyoto the buses only came every 40 mins so we wasted a lot of time waiting for a bus. We wished we just used the public transport this time, it wasn't worth the money.
Eileen
Nov 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Since,I'm new visitor to Kyoto , I couldn't locate where in Kyoto Station your buses were located. On the brochure is should indicated 'Bus Terminal'. Lack of Signage can be confusing. This bus tour gave me insight of Kyoto. I stayed on the bus for East line than continue on with West Line. Lack of coordination on went the bus will stop to get off. There should be signal of the next Stop. So folks can get Off.
Amy
Oct 2025
Verified booking
3/5
Schedule is basically hourly so need to be really mindful of timing. Need to really plan stops and route to get the value of the pass
Derek
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Buses were on schedule and staff were friendly and helpful.
Anders
Aug 2025
Verified booking
4/5
As expected, took us to all sights we were interested in. Bus stops were easy to find and frequency was good. The staff onboard were all very helpful.

Embark on an enriching journey through Kyoto's heritage on our hop-on hop-off tour. With three routes and 14 stops dotted across the city, get up-close to the city's most famous spots. From Nijo Castle's 'Nightingale Floors' that chirp like birds to Heian Shrine's iconic torii gate, discover the city's secrets. Don't miss Kyoto Tower's observation deck for breathtaking city views!

Schedule

Red route

First bus: 9am from Kyoto Station

Last bus: 7pm from Kyoto Station

Frequency: Every 40 mins

Popular stops: Nijo-Jo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple

Purple route

First bus: 9:20am from Kyoto Station

Last bus: 5:09pm from Kyoto Station

Frequency: Every 40 mins

Popular stops: Daitoku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace

Green route

First bus: 12:15pm from Kyoto Station

Last bus: 6:01pm from Kyoto Station

Frequency: Every 2 hours

Popular stops: Ginkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto National Museum

Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

What's not allowed

Keep in mind food & beverages and alcohol are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

Additional information

Children under six years of age can travel for free if they are not occupying a separate seat.

Facilities: lockers, rooves, air conditioning/heating (depending on the season).

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.