Kyoto Hop On Hop Off Bus Tickets (1day or 2days)
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Highlights
Perfect for first-time visitors to Kyoto
See the highlights in 1 or 2 days
Handy multilingual audio guide
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Reviews
Great for a day in Kyoto
MlT
Posted on:
2020/03/13 | MlT
Love the Hop On/Off bus tour
Kym Hill
Posted on:
2020/03/12 | Kym Hill
Overview
Kyoto
Available Daily
Pick-up not available
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What to expect
Explore Kyoto at your own pace using a Same day or Two consecutive days hop-on hop-off pass that goes to popular tourist spots of the ancient capital. Visit Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple, Heian Shrine or simply enjoy the view from the open-top bus!
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Same day Ticket
USD 26.88
Total:
Price per Adult :
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Two consecutive days Ticket
USD 40.32
Total:
Price per Adult :
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Same day Ticket
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 26.88
Total:
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 26.88
Price per Adult :
Valid only on the day of riding, from the first bus to the last bus.
Child (Age 6-11)
USD 13.44
Overview
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Inclusions: Bus fare / GPS-linked audio guidance (Japanese/English/Chinese/Korean/Spanish/French/German)
Location, direction and description
Itinerary
Hop-On Hop-Off Freely Around Kyoto
Operating Time: 08:40 - 17:00
The bus comes around every 20～45 minutes.
Route:
1.Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit
2.Nishihongan-ji(Kyoto Tokyu Hotel)
3.Shijo Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market
4.Nijo-jo Castle
6.Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
7.Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.Daitoku-ji Temple
9.Kyoto Imperial Palace
10.Ginkaku-ji Temple
11.Heian-jingu Shrine Okazaki Park
12.Gion(KOTOWA Kyoto Yasaka)
13.Gojozaka(Kiyomizudera Temple)
14.SanjuSangendo National Museum(Hyatt Regency Kyoto)
103.Shijo Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market
* Please note that the locations of bus stops 3 and 103 at Shijo-Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market are different.
* Some bus stops may not be serviced depending on the operating hours. Please check the timetable for details.
* The route map can be found in the PDF below.
Operating Time: 08:40 - 17:00
The bus comes around every 20～45 minutes.
Route:
1.Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit
2.Nishihongan-ji(Kyoto Tokyu Hotel)
3.Shijo Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market
4.Nijo-jo Castle
6.Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
7.Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.Daitoku-ji Temple
9.Kyoto Imperial Palace
10.Ginkaku-ji Temple
11.Heian-jingu Shrine Okazaki Park
12.Gion(KOTOWA Kyoto Yasaka)
13.Gojozaka(Kiyomizudera Temple)
14.SanjuSangendo National Museum(Hyatt Regency Kyoto)
103.Shijo Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market
* Please note that the locations of bus stops 3 and 103 at Shijo-Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market are different.
* Some bus stops may not be serviced depending on the operating hours. Please check the timetable for details.
* The route map can be found in the PDF below.
Itinerary
Please check this page for detailed information about each bus stop.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/bus_stop
Please check this page for detailed information about timetable.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/timetable
The timetable and course map are subject to change without notice. Please check the latest timetable on our official website.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/news
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/bus_stop
Please check this page for detailed information about timetable.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/timetable
The timetable and course map are subject to change without notice. Please check the latest timetable on our official website.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/news
We also have a "Digital Map" that allows you to see the location of the bus in operation and the type of vehicle in real time.
https://platinumaps.jp/d/skyhopbus-kyoto?culture=en
https://platinumaps.jp/d/skyhopbus-kyoto?culture=en
Itinerary
＼Audio guidance service available in seven languages／
We offer many information by audio guidance service regarding the landmarks you will be able to see from your window, local sightseeing information, as well as our tour guides’ expertise. It operates with GPS that simultaneously acts as your guide in one of the 7 languages of your choice. When boarding, please receive a pair of our provided earphones and give it a try.or feel free to bring your own.
Japanese / English / Chinese / Korean / Spanish / French / German
We offer many information by audio guidance service regarding the landmarks you will be able to see from your window, local sightseeing information, as well as our tour guides’ expertise. It operates with GPS that simultaneously acts as your guide in one of the 7 languages of your choice. When boarding, please receive a pair of our provided earphones and give it a try.or feel free to bring your own.
Japanese / English / Chinese / Korean / Spanish / French / German
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- There is no age restriction. Children ages 5 and under can board for free provided they are seated on their parent's lap. However, if they require a separate seat, the child (ages 6-11) fare will apply.
- In case of vehicle malfunction, we may have to operate with a regular sightseeing bus.
*The latest information will be posted on the news page of our official website.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/news - The interior of the bus is regularly disinfected. We have hand sanitizer available on the bus, please feel free to use it.
Other requirements
- Please present your VELTRA voucher to redeem a SKYHOP BUS ticket on the bus. You may present the voucher on your smartphone or tablet as well.
- The voucher is valid for 1 week from the printed date. Please redeem your bus ticket at the designated locations during the period of validity.
- 【About Cancellations on the Day of Your Reservation】
Cancellations cannot be made from the "Cancel" option on your My Page on the day of your participation.
If you wish to cancel on the day, please contact VELTRA from "Inquiry" of the relevant reservation in My Page > Reservation History.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 8.
Required items to bring & attire
- There is no roof on the Sky Hop Bus (with some exceptions). Please make sure your clothing is appropriate for the weather (ex. warm clothing in winter, hat in summer).
Additional notes
- The bus tour is subject to cancellations in case of heavy rain, thunder or if there are mechanical issues.
- In case of rain, raincoats will be provided free of charge for you to wear during the tour. The use of umbrellas is not allowed on board the bus.
- You can bring on board plastic bottles (PET bottles), water bottles and drink containers with lids. However, alcohol and food are not allowed.
- Seats on the SKY HOP BUS are not reserved. You can use any available seat. Please note that in case the bus is nearly full you may have to sit separately from your travel companions. If the bus is fully occupied, please take the next bus.
- Large luggage and baby carriages can be kept in the trunk of SKYBUS during the tour. Please note that it is not possible to accept your luggage in advance.
- Smoking is not allowed inside the vehicle.
- There is no restroom on board the bus.
- Audio guidance service is available. (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese, Spanish, French, German)
Two consecutive days Ticket
Total:
Price per Adult :
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 40.32
Total:
Adult (Age 12 & over)
USD 40.32
Price per Adult :
Valid for two consecutive days, including the day of riding and the day after riding.
Child (Age 6-11)
USD 20.16
Overview
Available Daily
Without pick-up
Inclusions: Bus fare / GPS-linked audio guidance (Japanese/English/Chinese/Korean/Spanish/French/German)
Location, direction and description
Itinerary
Hop-On Hop-Off Freely Around Kyoto
Operating Time: 08:40 - 17:00
The bus comes around every 20～45 minutes.
Route:
1.Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit
2.Nishihongan-ji(Kyoto Tokyu Hotel)
3.Shijo Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market
4.Nijo-jo Castle
6.Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
7.Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.Daitoku-ji Temple
9.Kyoto Imperial Palace
10.Ginkaku-ji Temple
11.Heian-jingu Shrine Okazaki Park
12.Gion(KOTOWA Kyoto Yasaka)
13.Gojozaka(Kiyomizudera Temple)
14.SanjuSangendo National Museum(Hyatt Regency Kyoto)
103.Shijo Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market
* Please note that the locations of bus stops 3 and 103 at Shijo-Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market are different.
* Some bus stops may not be serviced depending on the operating hours. Please check the timetable for details.
* The route map can be found in the PDF below.
Operating Time: 08:40 - 17:00
The bus comes around every 20～45 minutes.
Route:
1.Kyoto Station Karasuma Exit
2.Nishihongan-ji(Kyoto Tokyu Hotel)
3.Shijo Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market
4.Nijo-jo Castle
6.Kitano Tenmangu Shrine
7.Kinkaku-ji Temple
8.Daitoku-ji Temple
9.Kyoto Imperial Palace
10.Ginkaku-ji Temple
11.Heian-jingu Shrine Okazaki Park
12.Gion(KOTOWA Kyoto Yasaka)
13.Gojozaka(Kiyomizudera Temple)
14.SanjuSangendo National Museum(Hyatt Regency Kyoto)
103.Shijo Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market
* Please note that the locations of bus stops 3 and 103 at Shijo-Karasuma Nishiki-Ichiba Market are different.
* Some bus stops may not be serviced depending on the operating hours. Please check the timetable for details.
* The route map can be found in the PDF below.
Itinerary
Please check this page for detailed information about each bus stop.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/bus_stop
Please check this page for detailed information about timetable.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/timetable
The timetable and course map are subject to change without notice. Please check the latest timetable on our official website.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/news
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/bus_stop
Please check this page for detailed information about timetable.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/timetable
The timetable and course map are subject to change without notice. Please check the latest timetable on our official website.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/news
We also have a "Digital Map" that allows you to see the location of the bus in operation and the type of vehicle in real time.
https://platinumaps.jp/d/skyhopbus-kyoto?culture=en
https://platinumaps.jp/d/skyhopbus-kyoto?culture=en
Itinerary
＼Audio guidance service available in seven languages／
We offer many information by audio guidance service regarding the landmarks you will be able to see from your window, local sightseeing information, as well as our tour guides’ expertise. It operates with GPS that simultaneously acts as your guide in one of the 7 languages of your choice. When boarding, please receive a pair of our provided earphones and give it a try.or feel free to bring your own.
Japanese / English / Chinese / Korean / Spanish / French / German
We offer many information by audio guidance service regarding the landmarks you will be able to see from your window, local sightseeing information, as well as our tour guides’ expertise. It operates with GPS that simultaneously acts as your guide in one of the 7 languages of your choice. When boarding, please receive a pair of our provided earphones and give it a try.or feel free to bring your own.
Japanese / English / Chinese / Korean / Spanish / French / German
Important activity information
To ensure the best experience, please read the restrictions and requirements before booking.
Important activity information
Restrictions
- There is no age restriction. Children ages 5 and under can board for free provided they are seated on their parent's lap. However, if they require a separate seat, the child (ages 6-11) fare will apply.
- In case of vehicle malfunction, we may have to operate with a regular sightseeing bus.
*The latest information will be posted on the news page of our official website.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/news - The interior of the bus is regularly disinfected. We have hand sanitizer available on the bus, please feel free to use it.
Other requirements
- Please present your VELTRA voucher to redeem a SKYHOP BUS ticket on the bus. You may present the voucher on your smartphone or tablet as well.
- The voucher is valid for 1 week from the printed date. Please redeem your bus ticket at the designated locations during the period of validity.
- 【About Cancellations on the Day of Your Reservation】
Cancellations cannot be made from the "Cancel" option on your My Page on the day of your participation.
If you wish to cancel on the day, please contact VELTRA from "Inquiry" of the relevant reservation in My Page > Reservation History.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 8.
Required items to bring & attire
- There is no roof on the Sky Hop Bus (with some exceptions). Please make sure your clothing is appropriate for the weather (ex. warm clothing in winter, hat in summer).
Additional notes
- The bus tour is subject to cancellations in case of heavy rain, thunder or if there are mechanical issues.
- In case of rain, raincoats will be provided free of charge for you to wear during the tour. The use of umbrellas is not allowed on board the bus.
- You can bring on board plastic bottles (PET bottles), water bottles and drink containers with lids. However, alcohol and food are not allowed.
- Seats on the SKY HOP BUS are not reserved. You can use any available seat. Please note that in case the bus is nearly full you may have to sit separately from your travel companions. If the bus is fully occupied, please take the next bus.
- Large luggage and baby carriages can be kept in the trunk of SKYBUS during the tour. Please note that it is not possible to accept your luggage in advance.
- Smoking is not allowed inside the vehicle.
- There is no restroom on board the bus.
- Audio guidance service is available. (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese, Spanish, French, German)
Reviews
Great for a day in Kyoto
2020/03/13
Couples
MlT
My husband and I only had a day to spend in Kyoto and we looked into day tours but most only took you to two sites. The hop on hop off bus was a great solution. It took us to all the major sites and we get to see way mo...
moreLove the Hop On/Off bus tour
2020/03/12
Families
Kym Hill
We really enjoyed the double decker bus. The city is beautiful and we never would have had the chance to see as much as we did on our own. The staff were super amazing at the bus pick up. My son and I even got back on th...
morePoor
2020/02/26
Couples
Deborah Khourie
No welcome when we boarded. Little interaction from staff.
Seats very close together, Little knee room space.
Very sparse informative commentary, mostly music.
I have used hop on hop off buses around the world,...
Activity Provider Myojo Bus Co.
Activity Provider
FAQ
Q. Isn't it hot or cold on an open-top bus?
A. As it is an open-top bus, you will be directly exposed to sunlight and wind. We recommend that you dress appropriately for the season when you ride.
*In case of rain or for protection against heat or cold, we also operate some vehicles that are equipped with a roof and air conditioning.
*In case of rain or for protection against heat or cold, we also operate some vehicles that are equipped with a roof and air conditioning.
Q. Are the seats on the bus assigned?
A. The seats on the Sky Hop Bus are unassigned, so please feel free to sit wherever you like. Please note that seating is only available on the second floor.
*On some vehicles, you can also use the first floor seats. Please check with the staff for more details.
*On some vehicles, you can also use the first floor seats. Please check with the staff for more details.
Please visit VELTRA Support page to send an inquiry about this activity.
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 1 hours prior to the activity start time will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Top-Rated Activities for Kyoto
Restrictions
- There is no age restriction. Children ages 5 and under can board for free provided they are seated on their parent's lap. However, if they require a separate seat, the child (ages 6-11) fare will apply.
- In case of vehicle malfunction, we may have to operate with a regular sightseeing bus.
*The latest information will be posted on the news page of our official website.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/news - The interior of the bus is regularly disinfected. We have hand sanitizer available on the bus, please feel free to use it.
Required items to bring & attire
- There is no roof on the Sky Hop Bus (with some exceptions). Please make sure your clothing is appropriate for the weather (ex. warm clothing in winter, hat in summer).
Other requirements
- Please present your VELTRA voucher to redeem a SKYHOP BUS ticket on the bus. You may present the voucher on your smartphone or tablet as well.
- The voucher is valid for 1 week from the printed date. Please redeem your bus ticket at the designated locations during the period of validity.
- 【About Cancellations on the Day of Your Reservation】
Cancellations cannot be made from the "Cancel" option on your My Page on the day of your participation.
If you wish to cancel on the day, please contact VELTRA from "Inquiry" of the relevant reservation in My Page > Reservation History.
Additional notes
- The bus tour is subject to cancellations in case of heavy rain, thunder or if there are mechanical issues.
- In case of rain, raincoats will be provided free of charge for you to wear during the tour. The use of umbrellas is not allowed on board the bus.
- You can bring on board plastic bottles (PET bottles), water bottles and drink containers with lids. However, alcohol and food are not allowed.
- Seats on the SKY HOP BUS are not reserved. You can use any available seat. Please note that in case the bus is nearly full you may have to sit separately from your travel companions. If the bus is fully occupied, please take the next bus.
- Large luggage and baby carriages can be kept in the trunk of SKYBUS during the tour. Please note that it is not possible to accept your luggage in advance.
- Smoking is not allowed inside the vehicle.
- There is no restroom on board the bus.
- Audio guidance service is available. (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese, Spanish, French, German)
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 8.
Restrictions
- There is no age restriction. Children ages 5 and under can board for free provided they are seated on their parent's lap. However, if they require a separate seat, the child (ages 6-11) fare will apply.
- In case of vehicle malfunction, we may have to operate with a regular sightseeing bus.
*The latest information will be posted on the news page of our official website.
https://skyhopbus.com/kyoto/news - The interior of the bus is regularly disinfected. We have hand sanitizer available on the bus, please feel free to use it.
Required items to bring & attire
- There is no roof on the Sky Hop Bus (with some exceptions). Please make sure your clothing is appropriate for the weather (ex. warm clothing in winter, hat in summer).
Other requirements
- Please present your VELTRA voucher to redeem a SKYHOP BUS ticket on the bus. You may present the voucher on your smartphone or tablet as well.
- The voucher is valid for 1 week from the printed date. Please redeem your bus ticket at the designated locations during the period of validity.
- 【About Cancellations on the Day of Your Reservation】
Cancellations cannot be made from the "Cancel" option on your My Page on the day of your participation.
If you wish to cancel on the day, please contact VELTRA from "Inquiry" of the relevant reservation in My Page > Reservation History.
Additional notes
- The bus tour is subject to cancellations in case of heavy rain, thunder or if there are mechanical issues.
- In case of rain, raincoats will be provided free of charge for you to wear during the tour. The use of umbrellas is not allowed on board the bus.
- You can bring on board plastic bottles (PET bottles), water bottles and drink containers with lids. However, alcohol and food are not allowed.
- Seats on the SKY HOP BUS are not reserved. You can use any available seat. Please note that in case the bus is nearly full you may have to sit separately from your travel companions. If the bus is fully occupied, please take the next bus.
- Large luggage and baby carriages can be kept in the trunk of SKYBUS during the tour. Please note that it is not possible to accept your luggage in advance.
- Smoking is not allowed inside the vehicle.
- There is no restroom on board the bus.
- Audio guidance service is available. (Japanese, English, Korean, Chinese, Spanish, French, German)
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 8.
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Kyoto Hop On Hop Off Bus Tickets (1day or 2days)
Explore Kyoto at your own pace using a Same day or Two consecutive days hop-on hop-off pass that goes to popular tourist spots of the ancient capital. Visit Nijo Castle, Kinkakuji Temple, Heian Shrine or simply enjoy the view from the open-top bus!
