
City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons
Traveler rating
2.9/5
Based on 247 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons worth booking?
City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons is a 1.3-hour experience in Lisbon, Portugal, from €17 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 2.9/5 rating across 247 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 2.9/5 (247)
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- From
- €17 per person
Explore the beautiful Lisbon with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. This double-decker bus tour enables you to experience Portugal's capital in your own time, hopping on and off as many times as you want within the given time period. Discover all of the key landmarks, including Torre de Belem, Jardim da Estrela, Museo do Azulejo, Marques de Pombal, Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Bairro Alto and many more! From the open-top deck there are fabulous 360 degree views of this historic city. Also, with 41 conveniently placed stops along the routes, and an on-board audio tour commentary provided in 13 languages, this sightseeing tour gives passengers a truly authentic experience of Lisbon's culture. Upgrade your ticket to include a night tour. Book with City Sightseeing today!
What you get
About this experience
Explore the beautiful Lisbon with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. This double-decker bus tour enables you to experience Portugal's capital in your own time, hopping on and off as many times as you want within the given time period. Discover all of the key landmarks, including Torre de Belem, Jardim da Estrela, Museo do Azulejo, Marques de Pombal, Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, Bairro Alto and many more! From the open-top deck there are fabulous 360 degree views of this historic city. Also, with 41 conveniently placed stops along the routes, and an on-board audio tour commentary provided in 13 languages, this sightseeing tour gives passengers a truly authentic experience of Lisbon's culture. Upgrade your ticket to include a night tour. Book with City Sightseeing today!
What's included
Included
- 15% discount at the Gulbenkian Modern Art Centre (if the Bus + Night Tour ticket is selected))
- Night Tour (if appropriate ticket is selected)
- Baixa Pombalina Walking Tour
- 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Carmo - Miradouro S. Pedro de Alcantara Walking Tour
- City Lockers: 10% discount with the promo code WELCOMEMADEIRA at various stores
- Stops near the major sights
- Audio guide commentary in 13 languages + free headphones
- Access to 2 or 3 Lines (depending on ticket option selected)
Not included
- Tips
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
Options you can book
24-Hour + Night Tour
24-Hour Bus + Night Tour: This ticket includes a 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour of all 3 Lines - Red, Blue and Green, 2 Walking Tours and a Night Tour
24-Hour Ticket
24-Hour Red and Blue Lines : This ticket includes a hop-on hop-off bus tour of the Red and Blue Lines, and 2 Walking Tours
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, pt, cmn, uk, ja, en, it, pl, fr, nl, 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
- Red Route - First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6pm. Tour duration: 105 minutes. Frequency: every 30 minutes
- Blue Route - First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6pm. Tour duration: 105 minutes. Frequency: every 40 minutes
- Green Route - First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 6pm. Tour duration: 75 minutes. Frequency: every 30 minutes
- Mobile and printed paper vouchers are accepted on this tour and can be redeemed at any of the stops along the routes
- Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months of travel date selected at check-out
- City Lockers: 10% discount with the promo code WELCOMEMADEIRA - at these stores: Rossio Metro Station, Praca da Figueira Car Park, Martim Moniz Car Park, City Lockers Chiado Store and City Lockers Camoes Store
- Night Tour (appropriate ticket must be selected): Starts at Stop 1 Marques de Pombal. May - August at 9pm. September - April at 8pm. Duration: 1 hour approximately
- Carmo - Miradouro Sao Pedro de Alcantara Walking Tour: Meeting Point: Stop 13 on the Red Line/ Stop 2 on the Green Line. Departs at 11am every day. Duration: 1 hour approximately. This walking tour can be used any time within 48-hours of the bus ticket being redeemed
- Baixa Pombalina Walking Tour: Meeting Point: Stop 13 on the Red Line/ Stop 2 on the Green Line (Castelo San Jorge). Departs at 1pm every day. Duration: 1 hour approximately. This walking tour can be used any time within 48-hours of the bus ticket being redeemed
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 245 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
3 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
3 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
245 verified traveler reviews for City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Bus with non-working audio
Very average experience once you actually found out where to join the bus.. Really poor audio guide with headphones that didn't work on many seats. Everyone was dashing around the bus trying to find a connection that worked. Only one ear piece worked which made sharing impossible. Guide was mainly music and not informative as we have had in nearly every other bus tour. Driver went past the stop despite pressing the button and told us to walk back up the hill. They need to sort out the communications as you are paying for a service that is not delivered. Beware!
via Tripadvisor
Extremely Rude and Aggressive Driver
I am extremely disappointed with my experience with City Sightseeing Lisbon. One of the drivers was incredibly rude, aggressive, and completely unprofessional. His attitude was absolutely unacceptable, especially toward a paying customer and a tourist visiting the city. When I politely asked for his name, instead of responding professionally, he aggressively told me to walk away or he would “have to do something.” I found his behavior intimidating, disrespectful, and completely inappropriate
via Tripadvisor
Disappointing
The blue line was very disappointing. Not much to see except the converted bull ring. Not worth the money.
via Tripadvisor
Do not book this tour. ...
Do not book this tour. Very poor service. Waited x 1.5 hours on red line.in Lisbon No bus came. Drive saw me coming up to stop as he was stopped & drove off. That’s when we waited for so long. No contact person to speak to for help. Paid for a cab back to hotel. Missed seeing rest of city high lights. Didn’t trust to be picked up ever. Rated -1 out of 10 Have done other hop on hop off. Have never experience anything like this. Wish I would have read other reviews. Same. Not good Wasted $$$
Response from the operator: Hello Karen, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback, and please accept our sincerest apologies for the very poor experience you had. We are truly sorry to hear that you waited for 1.5 hours on the Red Line, that a bus drove off as you were approaching the stop, and that you had to pay for a cab back to your hotel and missed seeing the rest of the city's highlights. This is absolutely not the service we aim to provide and we completely understand your frustration. We also regret that you were unable to find a contact person for help on the spot. Please be assured that your comments have been shared with our team to improve both frequency on busy days and on-site assistance. We are sorry we let you down on this occasion and we hope you will allow us to look into this further. Kind regards, The City Sightseeing Lisboa Team Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons
via Viator
Go with someone else!
The morning session was good - but then they just stopped running buses in the middle of the day. I did one route - stopped for food then waited in the sun with other travellers for two hours before giving up. The ap was useless too. Terrible value for money. Go with one of the other companies. Grey Line had more busses.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- €17 to €35
- Booked in 30 days
- 86
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by City Sightseeing Ltd - Europe, who run 32 experiences we rank across 27 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 53.2.
See everything City Sightseeing Ltd - Europe runsWhy this scores 53
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City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Lisbon.
How much does City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons cost?
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Prices start at €17 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Lisbon 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 Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons take?
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Plan for about 1.3 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 Lisbon is not rushed.
Is City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 53 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (2.9/5 across 247 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Lisbon, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons?
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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 Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons?
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Around 86 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 Lisbon 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 Lisbon and add a light layer if any part of the 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons 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 Lisbon 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 Lisbon?
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On Outty we rank every Lisbon experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Lisbon City Center Tour - The Unmissable Lisbon, Sintra Private Trip from Lisbon Customizable Dreamlike Experience, True 4Hour Private Tuk Tuk Tour: Discover Lisbon with a Local!. 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 Lisbon?
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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 Lisbon?
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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.
What is included in City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons?
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Included: 15% discount at the Gulbenkian Modern Art Centre (if the Bus + Night Tour ticket is select; Night Tour (if appropriate ticket is selected); Baixa Pombalina Walking Tour; 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour; and Carmo - Miradouro S. Pedro de Alcantara Walking Tour. Not included: Tips; and Hotel pick-up and drop-off. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons offered in?
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It is offered in German, Russian, Portuguese, Chinese, Ukrainian, Japanese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Dutch and Spanish. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; and Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Lisbon. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons?
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Across 247 reviews averaging 2.9 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, value for money, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for City Sightseeing Lisbon Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Optional Add-Ons?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including 24-Hour + Night Tour, 24-Hour Ticket. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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