Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Book Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour online from AED 91.82. Compare ticket options, check dates, and complete your booking securely on TickYourList.
Highlights
What's included
Cancellation & changes
Non-refundable
These tickets cannot be cancelled. Rescheduling is not allowed.
Routes & Schedule
Experience the rich heritage of Kyoto with our hop-on hop-off tour, taking you to 14 iconic stops across the city. Explore Nijo Castle with its unique 'Nightingale Floors' and the majestic torii gate at Heian Shrine. Make sure to visit Kyoto Tower's observation deck for stunning city panoramas!
Timetable
Red Route
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First departure: 9am from Kyoto Station
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Last departure: 7pm from Kyoto Station
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Frequency: Every 40 minutes
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Highlights: Nijo-Jo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple
Purple Route
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First departure: 9:20am from Kyoto Station
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Last departure: 5:09pm from Kyoto Station
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Frequency: Every 40 minutes
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Highlights: Daitoku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace
Green Route
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First departure: 12:15pm from Kyoto Station
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Last departure: 6:01pm from Kyoto Station
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Frequency: Every 2 hours
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Highlights: Ginkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto National Museum
To view the detailed route map and boarding locations, please visit Visit platinumaps.jp.
You are free to join the tour at any stop and explore at your own pace throughout the validity of your ticket.
FAQs & details
Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour overview
Routes & Schedule Experience the rich heritage of Kyoto with our hop-on hop-off tour, taking you to 14 iconic stops across the city.
Your Experience
Experience highlights
- Enhance your Kyoto experience with a 1-2 day unlimited guided tour bus pass. Explore the city's must-see sights at your own pace.
- Benefit from the flexibility of 3 routes and 14 handpicked stops throughout Kyoto. Buses operate every 40 minutes, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in each destination.
- Embark on open-top buses with multilingual audio guides. Witness Kyoto's rich culture as you glide through its picturesque streets.
- Immerse yourself in history at iconic landmarks like Nijo Castle, the Imperial Palace, and the serene Kamo River on this cultural sightseeing journey.
Ticket options for Sky Hop Bus: Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Option notes
- - Valid for 1 calendar day - Access to Red, Purple & Green routes - Audio guide in 7 languages - Free Wi-Fi - Poncho/raincoat (during rainy season)
- - Valid for 2 consecutive calendar days - Access to Red, Purple & Green routes - Audio guide in 7 languages - Free Wi-Fi - Poncho/raincoat (during rainy season)
Sky Hop Bus — frequently asked questions
What is included in the Sky Hop Bus ticket?
The ticket includes 5 things: 1-2 day hop-on-hop-off pass, Access to multiple colored routes, Audio guide in 7 languages, Free Wi-Fi included and Poncho provided during rainy season.
What ticket types are available for Sky Hop Bus?
2 ticket types are sold: 1-Day HOHO Pass and 2-Day HOHO Pass. Each has its own price and availability, shown on this page when you pick a date.
What is not included in the Sky Hop Bus ticket?
Not included: Entrance fees to popular attractions.
Can I buy Sky Hop Bus tickets on the day?
Yes. Booking is confirmed instantly, so a same-day ticket is possible while slots remain. Popular time slots sell out first, so booking ahead is safer if you want a specific time.
Can I cancel Sky Hop Bus tickets?
No. This ticket is non-refundable once booked, so it cannot be cancelled for a refund and no partial refund is given for unused entry. Check the date and ticket type before paying.
Do I need to print Sky Hop Bus tickets?
No. This is a mobile ticket, so the confirmation on your phone is accepted at entry. No printing and no voucher exchange is required unless the confirmation says otherwise.
Where you'll go
Kyoto, Japan
Kyoto, Japan
600-8216
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Ticket details
- Your voucher will be sent to your email immediately.
- No need to print anything! Simply display your mobile voucher to the driver to receive your bus ticket.








