City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 288 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus worth booking?
City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus is a 1-hour experience in Stockholm, Sweden, from $39 per person. It scores 53 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 288 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 53 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (288)
- Duration
- 1 hours
- From
- $39 per person
Explore Stockholm at your own pace with a 24 unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass. On this sightseeing tour you'll experience all of the Swedish capital's highlights, including The Royal Opera, The Vasa Museum, The Royal Palace, ABBA The Museum, City Hall and much more! From the open-top deck you'll enjoy fabulous panoramic views of Stockholm, and with an on-board audio tour commentary provided in 6 languages, you'll feel totally immersed in the history and culture of this fantastic city.
What you get
About this experience
Explore Stockholm at your own pace with a 24 unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass. On this sightseeing tour you'll experience all of the Swedish capital's highlights, including The Royal Opera, The Vasa Museum, The Royal Palace, ABBA The Museum, City Hall and much more! From the open-top deck you'll enjoy fabulous panoramic views of Stockholm, and with an on-board audio tour commentary provided in 6 languages, you'll feel totally immersed in the history and culture of this fantastic city.
What's included
Included
- 24 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour
- Audio guide commentary in 6 languages + free headphones
- Stops near all the major sights
- All buses have free Wi-Fi
- Buses are wheelchair accessible
Not included
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Food and drinks
- Entry to attractions
Options you can book
72 Hour Hop On Hop Off Bus
24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
Hop-On Hop-Off bus unlimited for 24 hours
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, sv, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 9 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
- First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5pm
- Buses run every 30 minutes
- Tour duration - 60 minutes. If stopping at the cruise terminals, the tour duration is around 90 - 120 minutes and applies only when a cruise ship is docked at either Frihamnen Cruise Terminal, Stadsgarden Cruise Terminal, or both. Customers can ask staff on site for details
- Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour and can be redeemed at any of the stops along the route
- With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
- Please note that the buses are red and green
- Buses are wheelchair accessible
- All buses have free Wi-Fi
- Perfect for passengers travelling with a cruise ship!
- Children up to 6 years of age travel for free when accompanied by a paying adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 288 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
Traveler reviews
288 verified traveler reviews for City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Not happy
You are required to have a phone to hear the audio. It needs to be a newer phone because of the ear phone connection. The.competitors red sightseeing buses outnumbered city sightseeing buses by 4 to 1 much more frequent. The bus stops did not have any markings to identify the stop.
Response from the operator: Dear Paul, thank you for sharing your feedback for City Sightseeing Stockholm. We are truly sorry to hear that you were not happy with your experience, and we apologize for the inconveniences you encountered. Regarding the audio, we are sorry for the confusion. We offer our audio commentary through our free City Sightseeing app, which requires a phone and headphones, but we also still provide wired earphones and audio via the bus system on board. We are sorry that this was not clearly explained and that the earphone connection was an issue with your phone. We will share your comment with our team to improve our information on board. We also apologize that you found our frequency lower compared to our competitors and that the bus stops did not have any markings to identify the stop. This is not the easy experience we aim to offer, and we have shared your feedback with our operations team in Stockholm to review our bus stop signage and visibility. Thank you for helping us improve with your comments. We are sorry that we disappointed you on this occasion. Team City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
via Viator
Don’t do the Hop on Hop off sightseeing bus.
It is advertised as a 24 hour hop on hop off sightseeing bus. However the bus hours are 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. We got off our ship at 1:00 and didn’t have time to do anything because the last bus was at 4:00 pm. We couldn’t hear the driver announce the various stops. The driver and other employees couldn’t decide which was the last bus to stop to the cruise terminal. I would not recommend this excursion to anyone.
Response from the operator: Dear Tim, thank you for sharing your feedback for City Sightseeing Stockholm, even though we are very sorry to read about your disappointing experience. We sincerely apologize for the confusion and inconvenience you experienced. You are right that the ticket is advertised as a 24-hour ticket, meaning it is valid for 24 hours from first use, but our buses operate with limited hours from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. We understand this was very frustrating for you after getting off your ship at 1:00 pm and not having enough time to enjoy the tour, especially with the last bus at 4:00 pm. We will review how we communicate our operating hours more clearly, particularly for our cruise guests. We are also very sorry to hear that you couldn't hear the driver announce the various stops and that there was confusion among our driver and other employees about which was the last bus to the cruise terminal. This lack of clear information and coordination is not the standard we strive for. Please be assured that we have shared your comments with our local operations team in Stockholm to urgently improve our onboard audio announcements and to ensure our team provides clear, consistent information about the last departures to the cruise terminal. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We are sorry we let you down on this occasion. Team City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
via Viator
Really bad experience
Really bad. Half of the trip was unavailble without informing in advance. One of the stops the bus didn’t leave for 15 minutes as they waited for another driver. And for more than half the trip the audio was not turned on so we did not hear about the sights we passed by. Would like our money back!!
via Tripadvisor
VERY POOR DAY OUT
Terrible experience on the City Sightseeing hop on hop off bus in Stockholm… Bought a ticket that covered the bus, hop on and hop off boat and the ABBA museum… The boats never seemed to materialise and the busses were few and far between…. We used the RED Sightseeing bus yesterday in Helsinki and had great commentary and regular busses…. Today, we were hooked on by a guy from this outfit and got on their bus…. The bus was full of pensioners who were all frustrated as the headphones we were given couldn’t be plugged in. You had to log onto the bus WiFi then connect to the tour all using QR codes and this had to be done every time you changed bus…. You missed half the trip trying to connect to the commentary which was well out of sync with where you were and most of the folk on the bus just had no commentary at all….. Why can’t we just have plug in headphones like everyone else??…..We later tried to get the boat for the second time without success and then had to try and get a bus before they all stopped at 4.15! Waiting for the bus, 5 of the other operators busses passed before eventually one of City Sightseeing’s finally appeared….. A dreadful experience and one not to be recommended…… DONT USE THEM….. USE THE RED SIGHTSEEING COMPANIES BUSSES INSTEAD…..
via Tripadvisor
This is awful
This is the worst service ever. There were 3 Red Sightseeing buses come by waiting for the City Sightseeing bus. In order to hear about where we were and information about the area didn’t work. So we got NO commentary about the city. I travel a lot and I enjoy the HO HO bus, but I will NEVER EVER EVER use the bus company again
Response from the operator: Dear Diana, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are truly sorry to learn that your experience with City Sightseeing Stockholm did not meet your expectations. We sincerely apologise for the long wait and for the inconvenience caused by seeing other sightseeing buses arrive while you were waiting for ours. We also regret that the audio commentary was not working during your journey. We understand that the commentary is an essential part of a hop-on hop-off tour, and we appreciate how disappointing it must have been to miss the information about Stockholm's landmarks and history. Your comments have been shared with our local operations team so they can review both the reliability of the audio system and the overall service provided. Feedback such as yours is invaluable in helping us identify areas where improvements are needed. We are genuinely sorry that this experience has left you with such a negative impression. Although we regret that we did not provide the level of service you expected, we appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention and hope we will have the opportunity to restore your confidence in City Sightseeing in the future. Kind regards, The City Sightseeing Team
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 1 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $39 to $40
- Booked in 30 days
- 101
- 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 Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Stockholm.
How much does City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus cost?
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Prices start at $39 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Stockholm 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 Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus take?
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Plan for about 1 hour 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 Stockholm is not rushed.
Is City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus 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 (3/5 across 288 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Stockholm, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus?
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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 Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus?
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Around 101 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 Stockholm 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 Stockholm and add a light layer if any part of the 1-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus 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 Stockholm 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 Stockholm?
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On Outty we rank every Stockholm experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Stockholm: Walking Tour of the Old Town, Best of Stockholm: Small Group Walking Tour (Max 10, 3 Hours), Vasa Museum Guided Tour, Including Ticket & Guide. 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 Stockholm?
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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 Stockholm?
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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 Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus?
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Included: 24 hour hop-on hop-off bus tour; Audio guide commentary in 6 languages + free headphones; Stops near all the major sights; All buses have free Wi-Fi; and Buses are wheelchair accessible. Not included: Gratuities; Hotel pickup and drop off; Food and drinks; and Entry to attractions. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus offered in?
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It is offered in German, Swedish, 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 Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus?
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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 Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Buses are wheelchair accessible. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Stockholm. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus?
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Across 288 reviews averaging 3.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers found the schedule tight or the day long.
What booking options are available for City Sightseeing Stockholm Hop-On Hop-Off Bus?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including 72 Hour Hop On Hop Off Bus, 24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Bus. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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