
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour
Traveler rating
3.2/5
Based on 909 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour worth booking?
City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour is a 1.3-hour experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, from $54 per person. It scores 55 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.2/5 rating across 909 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 55 / 100
- Rating
- 3.2/5 (909)
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- From
- $54 per person
Discover the sights of Reykjavik with a 24 or 48 hour hop on hop off bus pass! On a comfortable double-decker bus, passengers can hop-on and off an unlimited number of times within the given time period, creating a sightseeing adventure to their own schedule. The tour covers the city’s most popular locations, including the Old Harbour, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Harpa Concert Hall, Laugardalur Valley and much more! Enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavik from the open-top deck, and learn all about the city's culture and history from the informative audio tour commentary provided in 8 languages.
What you get
About this experience
Discover the sights of Reykjavik with a 24 or 48 hour hop on hop off bus pass! On a comfortable double-decker bus, passengers can hop-on and off an unlimited number of times within the given time period, creating a sightseeing adventure to their own schedule. The tour covers the city’s most popular locations, including the Old Harbour, Hallgrímskirkja Church, Harpa Concert Hall, Laugardalur Valley and much more! Enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavik from the open-top deck, and learn all about the city's culture and history from the informative audio tour commentary provided in 8 languages.
What's included
Included
- Multilingual audio commentary in 8 languages + headphones.
- Free Wi-Fi
- Unlimited hop-on hop-off for 24 or 48 hours
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
Options you can book
24 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Explore Reykjavik with an unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour for 24 hours.
48 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Explore Reykjavik with an unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour for 48 hours.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, sv, ja, en, it, 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
- This tour operates all year round, except for 17th June, 6th & 20th August, 24th & 31st December.
- 1st May - 30th September:
- First departure from Stop 1 at 8:30am
- Last departure from Stop 1 at 5:30pm
- Tour duration: 80 minutes
- Frequency: every 30 minutes
- Mobile and Paper Vouchers can be redeemed at any of the tour stops along the route, with the first being the hop-on hop-off bus stop at Harpa Concert Hall
- With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 909 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
909 verified traveler reviews for City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Good value
Great experience with friendly staff got to see Toronto without getting lost walking Would recommend
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your review for City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour! We are delighted to hear you had a great experience and found it good value on board our open-top bus. Thank you also for your kind words for our friendly staff. We will pass them on to the team. We are glad our bus tour helped you discover the city without getting lost walking and thank you for your recommendation! We hope to see you again on board. Team City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour
via Viator
Hop On Hop Off
This is a good way to get an overview of the city and see what you want to check out. It stops near many attractions, and if you have plenty of time you can look at what you want and catch the next bus. It does take quite a bit of time to do the round tour due to traffic, so plan accordingly. There is narration provided in many languages.
Response from the operator: Dear Karin, thank you so much for your great review for City Sightseeing Reykjavik! We are so happy to hear that you found it a good way to get an overview of the city and see what you want to check out, and that it stops near many attractions. You are absolutely right. If you have plenty of time you can look at what you want and catch the next bus, that's the freedom of hop-on hop-off! Thank you for your helpful tip about the traffic and to plan accordingly for the round tour, and for mentioning our narration provided in many languages. Thank you again for choosing City Sightseeing Reykjavik and we hope to welcome you back on board very soon! Team City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour
via Viator
Convenient and fun way to see the City!
Very easy and fun way to see the city! Stops are located in major points of interest, and informative audio between stops gives good historical content of the capitol city!
Response from the operator: Dear Joseph, thank you so much for your wonderful review for City Sightseeing Reykjavik! We are thrilled to hear that you found it a convenient and fun way to see the city! We are so happy that you found the stops well located in major points of interest, and that the informative audio between stops gave you good historical content of the capital city. That's exactly what we aim for! Thank you again for choosing City Sightseeing Reykjavik and for your kind recommendation. We hope to welcome you back on board very soon! Team City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour
via Viator
Could be better !
Great stops but audio guide was poor quality constantly cutting out or changing language. Live tracking of buses was good.
Response from the operator: Dear Traveler, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the stops and found the live bus tracking useful. We’re sorry to hear about the issues with the audio guide. Having the audio cut out or unexpectedly change languages can certainly take away from the experience, and we understand how frustrating that must have been. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention, as feedback like yours helps us identify areas where we can improve. We hope you still enjoyed exploring Reykjavík with us and would be happy to welcome you back for a smoother experience in the future. Best regards, Patricia
via Tripadvisor
Always good to orientate yourself in a new place
We do these whenever we arrive in a new place and they are great to orientate yourself. This was excellent in terms of travelling around the city but I feel we have had much better narrations on other trips
Response from the operator: Dear Tarveler, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the tour helpful for getting oriented and travelling around the city. We’re sorry to hear that the narration didn’t quite meet your expectations on this occasion. Your comments are valuable to us, and we’ll certainly take them on board as we continue to improve the experience. We hope you enjoyed the rest of your time in the city and would be delighted to welcome you again in the future. Warm regards, Patricia
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
- Booked in 30 days
- 318
- 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 55
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City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Reykjavik.
How much does City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour cost?
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Prices start at $54 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour 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 Reykjavik is not rushed.
Is City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 55 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.2/5 across 909 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Reykjavik, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour?
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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 Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour 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 Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour?
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Around 318 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 Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik and add a light layer if any part of the 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour 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 Reykjavik 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 Reykjavik?
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On Outty we rank every Reykjavik experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Reykjavik Food Walk - Local Foodie Adventure in Iceland, Silfra Snorkeling Between Continents Photos Included- Self Drive, Small-Group Golden Circle, Blue Lagoon with Ticket & Kerid Crater. 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 Reykjavik?
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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 Reykjavik?
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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 Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour?
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Included: Multilingual audio commentary in 8 languages + headphones; Free Wi-Fi; and Unlimited hop-on hop-off for 24 or 48 hours. Not included: Gratuities; Hotel pickup and drop off; and Food and drinks, unless specified. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour offered in?
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It is offered in German, Russian, Swedish, Japanese, English, Italian, French 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 Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour?
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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 Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour 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 Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Reykjavik. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour?
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Across 909 reviews averaging 3.2 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
What booking options are available for City Sightseeing Reykjavik Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including 24 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, 48 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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