City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Is City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour worth booking?
City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour is a 2-hour experience in Dublin, Ireland, from $40 per person. It scores 68 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4/5 rating across 2,488 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 68 / 100
- Rating
- 4/5 (2,488)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $40 per person
Explore Dublin in your own time with a 24, 48 or 72 hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour! You’ll discover everything this wonderful city has to offer, including the Guinness Storehouse, Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin Zoo, Chr
What you get
About this experience
Explore Dublin in your own time with a 24, 48 or 72 hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour! You’ll discover everything this wonderful city has to offer, including the Guinness Storehouse, Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin Zoo, Christchurch Cathedral, The Irish Whiskey Museum, City Hall and many other remarkable landmarks! You’ll see all of these sights from the open-top deck, which gives you a stunning 360 degree perspective of your surroundings. Or simply hop off the double-decker bus whenever you please, to take a closer look at things. There’s also an on-board audio tour commentary provided in 8 languages, so you can engage with Dublin’s history as you cruise around. This tour has many perks, including discounted entry at the Irish Whiskey Museum and a free walking tour, making your sightseeing experience even more immersive & 1 child (aged 3-12) can travel for free with every 2 paying adults!
What's included
Included
- Walking Tour
- 1 child (aged 3-12) can travel for free with every 2 paying adults!
- 15% discount at The Gravedigger
- Entry to either Irish Whiskey Museum or World of Illusion Museum (48 and 72-hour tickets only)
- Sightseeing Bike Tour (included in the 72-hour ticket only)
- Unlimited hop on hop off for 24, 48 or 72 hours
- 10% discount at Irish Day Tours
- Various meal deals at pubs/ restaurants
- Live Guided Bus Tour (included in the 72-hour ticket only)
- Complimentary drink at Thunder Road Cafe - Temple Bar
Not included
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop off
Options you can book
48 Hour Bus Ticket
48 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off : Explore Dublin at your own pace with a 48 hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour.
24 Hour Bus Ticket
24 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket: Explore Dublin with unlimited hop-on hop-off, seeing all of the sights at your own pace.
72 Hour Bus Ticket
Duration: 3 days
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, cmn, en, it, pl, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- City Sightseeing Ltd - Europe
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour operates All year round (except on Christmas Day), and runs daily.
- First departure from Stop 1 at 9:15am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5pm. Duration - 2 hours. Frequency - every 20 - 25 minutes, however this is subject to change depending on the time of day and year; please check locally for the latest timetable.
- Tour begins at the Irish Whiskey Museum, however passengers can hop on to the tour at any bus stop along the route.
- You must bring a mobile or printed voucher for this tour.
- Mobile vouchers can be redeemed at any of stops along the route. Paper vouchers must be redeemed at one of the following tourist offices: 37 College Green, Dublin 2. 69 Upper O'Connell Street, Dublin 1.
- Buses provide a multilingual audio tour commentary.
- With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
- 1 child (aged 3-12) can travel for free with every 2 paying adults. No ticket required for the child
- Walking Tour: Departs every day at 10am, 11am and 2pm. Starting point is The Spire, O'Connell Street. Duration of the tour: 3 hour approximately. Customers will need to show their ticket to the guide. Once you receive your travel ticket on site, you can use the QR code on it to reserve your spot on the walking tour for free, saving 3€ on the booking fee as a City Sightseeing customer
- Please note, there are only 24 stops in operation on this tour
- The tour starts at Stop 1 located in College Green, outside H&M
- Complimentary drink at Thunder Road Cafe - Temple Bar: With a valid City Sightseeing Dublin ticket, enjoy 1 complimentary drink at Thunder Road Cafe, redeemable in a single visit on presentation of your ticket
- Meal deals are available at J. R Mahon's Public House & Brewery (Stop 19), Kennedy's Pub & Restaurant, and Murray's Bar and Grill (Stop 18). Additional meal deal available at O'Shea's Merchant if you purchase the 72-hour ticket. You must present your ticket at the time of purchase
- 48 and 72-hour tickets only: entry to either Irish Whiskey Museum or World of Illusion Museum is included in your ticket. Pre-booking is essential. Walk-ins are not accepted. A link to book your place will be provided after purchase
- Sightseeing Bike Tour (included in the 72-hour ticket only): Please note that pre-booking is essential. Walk-ins are not accepted. A link to book your place will be provided after purchase
- Live Guided Bus Tour (included in the 72-hour ticket only): Departure Point: Stop 1, outside H&M, College Green, Dublin. Departs daily at 6:30pm. Duration: 1 hour approximately. Please note that pre-booking is essential. Walk-ins are not accepted. A link to book your place will be provided after purchase
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,485 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
3 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
2,485 verified traveler reviews for City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
On a rainy Dublin morning...
On a rainy Dublin morning the HOHo bus was a terrific way to see the city. One of the buses we rode had weak audio making it hard to hear the narration. All other buses were terrific and the narration was quite informative.
via Viator
Amazing!
This was the best tour in Dublin. The guide was super informative and friendly. Specials thanks to Pamela H!
via Tripadvisor
Best service to see Dublin.
I loved this service. I use them every time I travel. Dublin did not disappoint. They take you to all the important stops and even drive you through Phoenix Park. It’s just beautiful. Stops are everywhere and we never had a problem accessing the service. I highly recommend.
via Tripadvisor
Not as expected
There is a very long wait for a bus. Additionally, the audio would speak to a point of interest after you passed it, therefore you could not see it as you were no longer near it
Response from the operator: Dear Diane, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about the City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. We’re sorry to hear that the experience did not meet your expectations. We understand how frustrating a long wait for the next sightseeing bus can be, particularly when you are trying to make the most of your time exploring Dublin. We’re also sorry that the timing of the audio commentary did not always correspond with the points of interest along the route. We appreciate how this can make it difficult to enjoy the sights while listening to the information provided. Your comments are valuable to us, and we will share this feedback with our local Dublin team so these aspects of the service can be reviewed. We sincerely regret that your experience was not as expected and hope we have the opportunity to provide you with a smoother and more enjoyable City Sightseeing Dublin tour in the future. Kind regards, The City Sightseeing Dublin Team
via Viator
Great experience
We used the hop on hop off bus tour. Easy to navigate and very informative. We had the 24 hour ticket and it was well worth the money
Response from the operator: Thank you very much Wendy for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your City Sightseeing Dublin hop-on hop-off tour and found it easy to navigate and informative. It’s great to know that you felt your 24-hour ticket offered good value for money and allowed you to explore Dublin at your own pace. That’s exactly what we aim to provide! Thank you for recommending City Sightseeing Dublin, and we hope to welcome you back on board on your next visit to the city.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $40 to $55
- Booked in 30 days
- 871
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 68
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Dublin.
How much does City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour cost?
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Prices start at $40 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Dublin usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Dublin is not rushed.
Is City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 68 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4/5 across 2,488 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Dublin, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour?
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Around 871 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Dublin can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Dublin and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does City Sightseeing Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Dublin within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Dublin?
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On Outty we rank every Dublin experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Dublin to Cliffs of Moher, including Wild Atlantic Way and Galway, Dublin Highlights and Hidden Gems Guided Walking Tour, The Little Museum of Dublin Famous Guided Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Dublin?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Dublin?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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