City Sightseeing York Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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About this activity

Explore the ancient city of York on a 24 or 48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour. This sightseeing extravaganza will take you to all of the best places of interest, including Clifford's Tower, Monk Bar, Exhibition Square, The Stonebow, Museum Gardens and much more! The beauty of a hop-on hop-off service is that you can create your own schedule and discover this fabulous destination at your own pace. The double-decker bus provides you with an audio tour commentary in 9 languages, teaching you all about York's fascinating past as you cruise around. There's so much to learn about this northern city, which was originally founded by the Romans. You'll also get to experience panoramic views of these historic landmarks, thanks to the open-top deck.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: German, Chinese, English, Italian, Polish, French, Spanish
Guide: English
Operated by: City Sightseeing Ltd - UK and Ireland

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–15 years) · Adults (16–59 years) · Seniors (60–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: On-board audio commentary available in several languages and kids commentary + free headphones
Included: Vouchers valid for 12 months from travel date selected at check-out
Included: Unlimited hop-on hop-off for 24 or 48-hours
Included: Discount booklet including offers on local eateries, attractions and shops

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop off
Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified

Itinerary

Red Route

First Tour from stop 1: 9:08am. Last full loop tour from stop 1: 4:38pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes. Winter service: First departure from Stop 1 at 10:45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 2:15pm. Frequency: every 30 minutes. Shoulders and Summer service: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5pm approx. Frequency: every 15 - 20 minutes

Stop 1

Exhibition Square
Stop 2

Gillygate
Stop 3

Monk Bar
Stop 4

Foss Bank
Stop 5

Peasholme Green
Stop 6

The Stonebow
Stop 7

Clifford's Tower
Stop 8

Margaret Street
Stop 9

Walmgate Bar
Stop 10

York Barbican
Stop 11

Fishergate
Stop 12

Bishopthorpe Road Shops
Stop 13

Bishopthorpe Road
Stop 14

South Bank
Stop 15

Campleshon Road
Stop 16

Blossom Street
Stop 17

The Mount
Stop 18

Mount Vale
Stop 19

Railway Station
Stop 20

Memorial Gardens
Stop 21

Museum Gardens

Meeting point and pickup

Using your ticket

Mobile and paper vouchers can be redeemed for this tour.
All vouchers can be redeemed at any of the bus stops along the route.
With your voucher, enjoy flexible access for up to 12 months from the travel date you select at check-out.
Tour start point - the first bus stop is at Exhibition Square, however passengers can hop on and hop off at any of the 21 designated tour stops along the route.
Key Tour Stops - Exhibition Square (stop 1), Monk Bar (stop 3), The Stonebow (stop 6)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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
Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour and can be redeemed at any of the stops along the route
Vouchers are valid for 12 months from travel date selected at check-out
Tour duration: 60 minutes
First departure from Stop 1 at 9:08am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 4:38pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes
Winter service: First departure from Stop 1 at 10:45am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 2:15pm. Frequency: every 30 minutes
Shoulders and Summer service: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 5pm approx. Frequency: every 15 - 20 minutes
November 2026: Shoulders service: 1st November. No service: Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Winter service: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays
December 2026: Winter service: 1st, 2nd, 5th, 6th, 8th, 9th, 12th, 13th, 15th, 16th, 19th and 20th. No service: 3rd, 4th, 7th, 10th, 11th, 14th, 17th, 18th, 21st - 31st
January 2027: Winter service: Every Saturday. The service will not operate for the rest of the month
February 2027: Winter service: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays. No service: Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays
March 2027: Winter service: Every day until 19th (inclusive). Summer service: 20th, 21st, 23rd, 24th, 27th, 28th, 30th and 31st. Shoulder service: 22nd, 25th, 26th and 29th