Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Duration: Varies (1.5 hours to 9 hours)
Varies (1.5 hours to 9 hours)
Visit anytime until 4 Feb, 2026 without worrying about committing to a date today
Visit anytime until 4 Feb, 2026 without worrying about committing to a date today
Access to multilingual audio guide
Access to multilingual audio guide
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Explore Kyoto's rich heritage with our Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, designed to bring you closer to the city’s most famous spots. Enjoy three routes and 14 stops that include Nijo Castle, known for its 'Nightingale Floors', and Heian Shrine with its iconic torii gate. The red route begins at 9 am from Kyoto Station and operates every 40 minutes until 7 pm.
Explore Kyoto's rich heritage with our Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, designed to bring you closer to the city’s most famous spots. Enjoy three routes and 14 stops that include Nijo Castle, known for its 'Nightingale Floors', and Heian Shrine with its iconic torii gate. The red route begins at 9 am from Kyoto Station and operates every 40 minutes until 7 pm.
With a 1-2 day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass, you can effortlessly explore Kyoto's top attractions on your own schedule.
Experience flexibility with three routes and fourteen expertly selected stops throughout the city. Buses arrive every 40 minutes, allowing ample time to enjoy each site.
Board open-top buses for audio commentary in seven languages as you admire Kyoto’s picturesque streetscapes during your tour of this historic city.
Discover historical treasures at UNESCO's Nijo Castle and the Imperial Palace from the 18th century while strolling along the scenic Kamo River.
Use of the unlimited hop-on-hop-off pass for 1 or 2 days
Entry to Red, Purple & Green routes on Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Japanese Audio guide available in English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, French & German
Free Wi-Fi during your tour with the Go City app
Poncho/raincoat (during rainy season)
Admission Fees for Attractions
Sky Hop Bus passing a large red torii gate in Kyoto.
Schedule & Routes Overview
Explore Kyoto's rich cultural heritage with our Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. This convenient service features three distinct routes, each stopping at 14 key attractions across the city. Delight in famous landmarks such as Nijo Castle and its unique 'Nightingale Floors', along with Heian Shrine’s renowned torii gate. Don’t miss out on panoramic views from Kyoto Tower's observation deck!
Red Route
- The first bus departs at 9am from Kyoto Station.
- The final departure is scheduled for 7pm, also from Kyoto Station.
- Buses run every 40 minutes on this route.
- Highlights include Nijo-Jo Castle and Kinkaku-ji Temple.
Purple Route
- The journey begins at 9:20am from Kyoto Station.
- This route concludes with the last bus leaving at 5:09pm, originating from Kyoto Station.
- Service frequency is every 40 minutes.
- Main attractions are Daitoku-ji Temple and Kyoto Imperial Palace.
Green Route
- The first bus starts at 12:15pm from Kyoto Station.
- This route's last departure is at 6:01pm, leaving from Kyoto Station.
- Buses are available every two hours on this path.
- Popular stops include Ginkaku-ji Temple and the Kyoto National Museum.
To access a detailed map of routes and boarding points, visit this link.
Choose to hop on or off at any stop throughout your ticket's validity period.
Open-top bus tour in Kyoto passing Kyoto Tower and city buildings.
Red double-decker bus on Kyoto sightseeing tour passing cherry blossoms.
Sky Hop Bus passing a large red torii gate in Kyoto.
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.
Please note that food & beverages and alcohol are prohibited during this experience. Ensure to pack accordingly!
Additional information
- Children under six years old can join for free, provided they don't need a separate seat.
Amenities available include lockers, roofs, and air conditioning/heating (season dependent).
Kyoto Sky Hop Bus passing Kyoto Tower on a clear day.
Kyoto sightseeing bus passing by Yasaka Shrine with tourists on board.
Kyoto sightseeing hop-on hop-off buses parked at a city bus terminal.
Kyoto Sky Hop Bus passing Kyoto Tower on a clear day.
Kyoto sightseeing bus passing by Yasaka Shrine with tourists on board.
Book at least a day in advance during peak season to secure your spot and avoid sold-out sessions.
To save time upon arrival, activate your unlimited hop-on-hop-off pass before you start the tour.
If visiting multiple attractions, begin with those furthest from Kyoto Station to make efficient use of travel time between stops.
For families traveling with children under six years old who don't require a separate seat, remember that they can ride for free on this experience.
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