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Money Saver: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Sightseeing Boat Tour

4.4 (58 reviews) 1 h 20 min – 1 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Money Saver: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Sightseeing Boat Tour

About this activity

Combination of Hop-On Hop-Off bus with Historical Sightseeing cruise shows city from both perspectives - from the land and from the sea. Join the bus tour at any of CityTour's Hop-On Hop-Off stops. Rock Church, Sibelius monument, Kaivopuisto & Eira areas with stunning architecture and beautiful seaside.

Boat tour by Royal Line: Best of Suomenlinna Sea Fortress (incl. the inner bay), Kaivopuisto Park, historical neighbourhoods of Kruununhaka and Katajanokka, churches, ports, icebreakers, summer cottages and saunas.

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At a glance

Duration
1 h 20 min – 1 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking
1–15
Audio guide
German, Chinese, Russian, Swedish, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by
Royal Line Oy

Ages: Children (0–5 years) · Youth (6–14 years) · Adults (15–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Hop-on hop-off tour
  • Included: Sightseeing Cruise

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Hop-On Hop-Off bus route

Please, note that tour duration can depend on traffic. With every stop you extend duration of your tour. Changes are possible. Hop-On Hop-Off tours between 2.5.2027-10.10.2027: every 30-40 minutes between 10:00 and 16:00 from Stop 1

  1. Stop 1

    Stop 1 - The Senate Square major attraction of Helsinki

  2. Stop 2

    Stop 2 - The Market Square vibrant outdoor market experience

  3. Stop 3

    Stop 3

  4. Stop 4

    Stop 4 - Olympia terminal ferry hub for Tallink Silja ships from/to Stockholm

  5. Stop 5

    Stop 5 - Kaivopuisto park popular hangout place for locals

  6. Stop 6

    Stop 6 - Compass Square with a promenade along the seaside

  7. Stop 7

    Stop 7 - Eira district with beautiful jugend styled architecture

  8. Stop 8

    Stop 8 - LHB & LHC harbour stops for International Cruise ships

  9. Stop 9

    Stop 9 - LHD harbour stop for International Cruise ships

  10. Stop 10

    Stop 10 - Löyly restaurant and sauna experience

  11. Stop 11

    Stop 11 - Hietalahti covered food market with seasonal charming outdoor flea market (open weekends only)

  12. Stop 12

    Stop 12 - Bulevardi street known for cafes, Art galleries and exclusive shopping

  13. Stop 13

    Stop 13 - Kamppi shopping center, Helsinki Art Museum, Natural History Museum

  14. Stop 14

    Stop 14 - Rock Church built into the bedrock one of the most visited attractions of Helsinki

  15. Stop 15

    Stop 15 Sibelius Monument dedicated to the famous Finnish composer Jean Sibelius.

  16. Stop 16

    Stop 16 Töölö district with trendy cafes and Tram museum

  17. Stop 17

    Stop 17 - Olympic Stadium and Sports museum TAHTO

  18. Stop 18

    Stop 18 - Sea Life, Linnanmäki amusement park and Winter Botanic Garden

  19. Stop 19

    Stop 19 - National Museum, Finlandia Hall, The Parliament of Finland, Helsinki Music Center and Central Library Oodi

  20. Stop 20

    Stop 20 - City Center, Lasipalatsi, Shopping area. Nearest stop for the Central Railway Station

  21. Stop 21

    Stop 21 Swedish Theatre, Stockmann Department Store and Finnish design shopping along the Esplanade. Shortest walking distance to Design Museum and Museum of Finnish Architecture

  22. Stop 22

    Stop 22 - Stroll along the Esplanade or take Royal Line boat tour from the Market Square

Sightseeing boat tour around the islands

Departures from the Market Square

  1. Stop 1

    Royal Line cruise starting point at the Market Square next to big red-coloured flags

Meeting point and pickup

Using your ticket

How to use your ticket

You can present either a printed or electronic voucher on your smartphone to the CityTour bus driver.

Please make sure you board a CityTour bus. Helsinki has more than one Hop-On Hop-Off operator. CityTour buses and Hop-On Hop-Off stops are marked with the CityTour logo and red-colored stop signs.

Bus route and stops: For a detailed tour map and stop locations, please visit www.citytour.fi and choose the Hop-On Hop-Off stop most convenient for you.

Track your bus in real time:

https://www.citytour.fi/hop-on-hop-off-tracker

Important: Bus times are approximate and may be affected by local traffic conditions.

Seasonal schedules: Bus operating times and frequency vary depending on the season. Please check the current timetable before getting off the bus.

Bus & Boat Combo: The Hop-On Hop-Off bus and Royal Line sightseeing cruise have separate departure points, but they are within easy walking distance of each other.

Boat departure: The Royal Line sightseeing cruise departs from Helsinki Market Square (Kauppatori). Look for the red-colored Royal Line flags at the departure point.

Bus stops 1 and 2 are approximately a 5-minute walk from Helsinki Market Square, making it easy to combine the bus tour with the sightseeing cruise.

Please arrive at the Market Square in good time before your selected cruise departure.

Cruise passengers: Harbour bus stops are used on certain cruise ship days. If you are visiting Helsinki on a cruise, please allow sufficient time to return to your ship, as traffic and operating conditions may affect journey times.

Accessibility: The Hop-On Hop-Off buses are wheelchair, stroller and pram accessible and are equipped with a ramp. Please note that accessibility on the sightseeing cruise may differ from the bus. Sundeck of the boat tour can only be accessed with stairs.

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%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Service animals allowed

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

  • 24 H Combination bus and boat

    24 hours of bus and boat usage

  • 48 H Combination bus and boat

    48 hours of bus and boat usage

Traveller ratings

4.4 out of 5 · 58 reviews
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