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Sky Hop Bus Kyoto

3.3
(6 verified reviews)•Operated by LINKTIVITY Inc.•
A red double-decker bus labeled "Kyoto World No.1 scenic city" passes by blooming cherry blossoms. Passengers are seated on both levels.
© SKY HOP BUS KYOTO
Smartphone Tickets
Instant Ticket Delivery
Wheelchair Accessible
Open-Top
Audio GuideEnglish, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, French, and German

About

Get to know Kyoto like the back of your hand, and enjoy the ultimate stress-free city tour, aboard the Sky Hop Bus Kyoto. This handy, Hop-On Hop-Off service lets you explore the city at your own pace, letting you hope on and off at regular intervals, with stops plotted around the main sightseeing highlights of Kyoto.

Kyoto is famous for its beautiful tradional temples and shrines, as well imperial Japanese architecture, incredible cuisine, and a healthy amount of green matcha tea! Hop on and off as often as you like and check out Kyoto’s iconic landmarks, like Nijo Castle, Heian Shrine, and Lake Biwa.

A same-day ticket is valid for 12 hours and can be used from the morning of the scheduled date of use to the last boarding time of the day. A 24-hour ticket can be used from the first boarding time to the same time on the next day during the operating hours. All seats on the bus are unreserved

What's Included

  • Ticket (1 day or 2 days, as per selected)
  • Multilingual audio-guide
  • Earphones
  • Poncho in case of rain

Must Know

  • There is no smoking allowed onboard
  • The ticket can be used from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • All seats on the bus are unreserved

Good to Know

Bus Route:

  • Kyoto Station, Karasuma Exit
  • Karasuma Gojo
  • Shijo Karasuma / Nishiki Market
  • Nijo-jo Castle
  • Kitano Tenmangu Shrine / Kamishichiken
  • Kinkaku-ji Temple
  • Daitoku-ji Temple
  • Kyoto Imperial Palace (In front of Doshisha Univ.)
  • Ginkaku-ji Temple
  • Heian-jingu Shrine / Okazaki Park
  • Gion(Kotowa-Kyoto Yasaka)
  • Gojo-zaka (Kiyomizu-dera Temple)
  • Sanjusangendo / Kyoto National Museum (hyatt Regency Kyoto)

Instructions

1

Before you buy

Children under the age of six can ride for free when sitting on the lap of their parents or guardians. The child fare also applies to young children who occupy a seat.

2

On-site usage

Tickets can be redeemed on the bus.

3

After your visit

  • For more details about the route and the bus, please click here.
  • In the case of rain, ponchos will be distributed and the bus will operate.
  • There are no restrooms onboard buses.
  • Plastic bottles, thermoses and drinks in containers with lids are permitted onboard.
  • Sky Hop Buses cannot accommodate standing passengers. If the bus is full, it will pass the stop. Please wait for the next bus

Meeting Point

Shimogyo Ward, Higashishiokōjichō, Kyoto

GPS:34.98666, 135.75800

Reschedule and cancellation policy

These tickets are non-refundable. Cancellation and rescheduling are not possible for this experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I cancel or reschedule my booking?

No, tickets for Sky Hop Bus Kyoto are strictly non-refundable and cannot be rescheduled.

How much do tickets cost?

Tickets for Sky Hop Bus Kyoto start from $27.41.

Do I need to print my tickets?

No, printing is not required for Sky Hop Bus Kyoto. You can simply show the digital ticket on your smartphone when you arrive.

How long does it take to receive my tickets?

You will receive your Sky Hop Bus Kyoto tickets instantly via email right after your booking is confirmed.

Is this experience wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the experience is fully adapted and accessible for wheelchair users and visitors with reduced mobility.

Is there an audio guide available?

Yes, an audio guide is provided and available in: English, Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, French, and German.

Is the tour on an open-top vehicle?

Yes, this experience features an open-top deck, giving you unobstructed panoramic views of Kyoto.

How is Sky Hop Bus Kyoto rated by visitors?

It has an average rating of 3.3 out of 5, based on 6 verified reviews.

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