City Sightseeing Berlin Bus Tours

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Hop-on hop-off bus in front of Berlin Cathedral on City Sightseeing Berlin tour.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour at Potsdamer Platz.
Vendor holding tickets for Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour near Rotes Rathaus.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour near Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church.
Tourist taking photos on an open-top bus tour in a city.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour passing the East Side Gallery.
Red double-decker bus in front of Brandenburg Gate during Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of Berlin Cathedral on City Sightseeing Berlin tour.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour at Potsdamer Platz.
Vendor holding tickets for Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour near Rotes Rathaus.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour near Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church.
Tourist taking photos on an open-top bus tour in a city.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour passing the East Side Gallery.
Red double-decker bus in front of Brandenburg Gate during Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of Berlin Cathedral on City Sightseeing Berlin tour.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour at Potsdamer Platz.
Vendor holding tickets for Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour near Rotes Rathaus.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour near Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church.
Tourist taking photos on an open-top bus tour in a city.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour passing the East Side Gallery.
Red double-decker bus in front of Brandenburg Gate during Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour.
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City Sightseeing: 24/48-Hour Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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€21.60
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Extended validity
Flexible duration
Audio guide
Routes
TOTAL DURATION2 hours
FREQUENCYEvery 25-30 minutes
FIRST DEPARTURETauentzienstraße at 9:30 AM
LAST DEPARTURETauentzienstraße at 3:30 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Tauentzienstraße

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2. KaDeWe

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2 attractions
KaDeWe (Kaufhaus des Westens)

KaDeWe (Kaufhaus des Westens)

Wittenbergplatz

Wittenbergplatz

3. Lützowplatz

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2 attractions
Bauhaus Archive

Bauhaus Archive

Tiergarten Park

Tiergarten Park

4. Potsdamer Platz

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2 attractions
Sony Center

Sony Center

Berlin Wall Exhibition

Berlin Wall Exhibition

5. Gropiusbau

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2 attractions
Martin-Gropius-Bau

Martin-Gropius-Bau

Topography of Terror

Topography of Terror

6. Checkpoint Charlie

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2 attractions
Checkpoint Charlie

Checkpoint Charlie

Trabi Museum

7. Gendarmenmarkt

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2 attractions
Konzerthaus Berlin

Konzerthaus Berlin

French Cathedral

8. Neptune Fontaine, Neptunbrunnen/Rotes Rathaus

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2 attractions
Rotes Rathaus (Red Town Hall)

Rotes Rathaus (Red Town Hall)

Neptunbrunnen Fountain

Neptunbrunnen Fountain

9. Alexanderplatz

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2 attractions
Berlin TV Tower

Berlin TV Tower

World Clock

World Clock

10. Lustgarten

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2 attractions
Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom)

Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom)

Altes Museum

Altes Museum

11. Unter der Linden / Friedrichstrasse

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2 attractions
Friedrichstrasse

Friedrichstrasse

Unter den Linden

Unter den Linden

12. Brandenburg Gate

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2 attractions
Brandenburg Gate

Brandenburg Gate

Holocaust Memorial

Holocaust Memorial

13. Reichstag

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2 attractions
Reichstag Building

Reichstag Building

House of World Cultures

House of World Cultures

14. Haubtbahnhof

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2 attractions
Berlin Hauptbahnhof

Berlin Hauptbahnhof

Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin

Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin

15. Schloss Bellevue

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2 attractions
Bellevue Palace

Bellevue Palace

Spreebogenpark

Spreebogenpark

16. Victory Column

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2 attractions
Siegessäule (Victory Column)

Siegessäule (Victory Column)

Gas Lantern Open-Air Museum

Gas Lantern Open-Air Museum

17. Zoo/Elephant Gate, Elefantentor

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2 attractions
Berlin Zoo

Berlin Zoo

Bikini Berlin

18. Café Kranzler

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19. Kurfurstendamm 236

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2 attractions

Kurfürstendamm (Ku'Damm)

Theater des Westens

Theater des Westens

TOTAL DURATION60 minutes
FREQUENCYEvery 45 minutes
FIRST DEPARTURERotes Rathaus (Neptune Fountain) at 9:30 AM
LAST DEPARTURERotes Rathaus (Neptune Fountain) at 3:30 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Rotes Rathaus (Neptune Fountain)

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2 attractions
Rotes Rathaus (Neptune Fountain)

Rotes Rathaus (Neptune Fountain)

3 minutes walk
Berlin Dungeon

Berlin Dungeon

2 minutes walk

2. Oranienburger Straße

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2 attractions
Oranienburger Straße

Oranienburger Straße

Fotografiska

Fotografiska

1 minute walk

3. Mauergedenkstätte

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2 attractions
Berlin Wall Memorial

Berlin Wall Memorial

4 minutes walk
Museum für Naturkunde

Museum für Naturkunde

7 minutes walk

4. Mauerpark

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2 attractions
Mauerpark

Mauerpark

4 minutes walk

Kulturbrauerei

4 minutes walk

5. Alexanderplatz / Park Inn

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2 attractions
Alexanderplatz

Alexanderplatz

4 minutes walk
Museum Island

Museum Island

5 minutes walk

6. Karl-Marx-Allee

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2 attractions
Karl-Marx-Allee

Karl-Marx-Allee

4 minutes walk
Berlin TV Tower

Berlin TV Tower

10 minutes walk

7. East Side Gallery

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2 attractions
East Side Gallery

East Side Gallery

2 minutes walk
Oberbaum Bridge

Oberbaum Bridge

2 minutes walk

8. Ostbahnhof

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2 attractions
Ostbahnhof

Ostbahnhof

1 minute walk

RAW-Gelande

7 minutes walk
  • Explore Berlin with the complete flexibility of a 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.
  • Uncover the contrasting narratives of East and West Berlin on buses arriving every 25 to 40 mins on 2 different routes and 26 stops.
  • Discover the city with an audio guide in 13 languages and snap 360° views of hotspots on the open-top buses.
  • Get close to major sights such as the lively public square Alexanderplatz and the 18th-century Brandenburg Gate built on the orders of a Prussian King.
  • Explore Berlin with the complete flexibility of a 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour.
  • Uncover the contrasting narratives of East and West Berlin on buses arriving every 25 to 40 mins on 2 different routes and 26 stops.
  • Discover the city with an audio guide in 13 languages and snap 360° views of hotspots on the open-top buses.
  • Get close to major sights such as the lively public square Alexanderplatz and the 18th-century Brandenburg Gate built on the orders of a Prussian King.

Inclusions

  • 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Access to Classic Tour or Classic Tour and Trendy East Berlin and Wall Tour routes
  • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Arabic & Turkish
  • Flexible 3-month validity
  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Exclusions

  • Entry to monuments

Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.

You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Classic Tour (A-Tour)

  • First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Tauentzienstrasse)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Tauentzienstrasse)
  • Last full tour: 3:30pm from stop #1 (Tauentzienstrasse)
  • Frequency: every 25 mins
  • Popular stops: Gropiusbau, Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt

Trendy East Berlin and Wall Tour (B-Tour)

  • First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Rotes Rathaus/Neptune Fountain)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Rotes Rathaus/Neptune Fountain)
  • Last full tour: 4:30pm from stop #1 (Rotes Rathaus/Neptune Fountain)
  • Frequency: every 40 mins
  • Popular stops: East Side Gallery, Mauerpark, Karl-Marx-Allee (Computerspielemuseum)
  • Tip: Fancy a traditional Berlin cafe experience? Drop off at the iconic Café Kranzler, founded in 1834 and delight in some coffee and pastries.
  • The buses are wheelchair accessible.
  • Wheelchairs must be no larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high to board the bus. If unsure, contact the service provider.
  • Just a heads up, each bus can only accommodate 1 wheelchair at a time. If there is already a passenger in a wheelchair, please wait for the next one.
  • The ticket is valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
  • Small and well-behaved dogs in portable kennels are welcome onboard.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
  • These tickets are valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
Berlin WelcomeCard with view of Bode Museum and TV Tower, offering unlimited public transport.
Yellow tram traveling through Berlin city street with modern buildings.
Altes Museum in Berlin with neoclassical facade and statues.
Cyclists on a guided tour ride past historic buildings in Berlin.
Wax figure in pink outfit at Madame Tussauds Berlin.
Guests enjoying drinks at Berlin Icebar.
S-Bahn train crossing a bridge on Museum Island, Berlin.
Torturer interacting with a visitor at the Berlin Dungeon in a medieval-themed setting.
City Circle Hop-On Hop-Off bus near Bellevue Palace, Berlin.
Visitors experiencing optical illusion in the Ames Room at Illuseum Berlin.
Berlin WelcomeCard with view of Bode Museum and TV Tower, offering unlimited public transport.
Yellow tram traveling through Berlin city street with modern buildings.
Altes Museum in Berlin with neoclassical facade and statues.
Cyclists on a guided tour ride past historic buildings in Berlin.
Wax figure in pink outfit at Madame Tussauds Berlin.
Guests enjoying drinks at Berlin Icebar.
S-Bahn train crossing a bridge on Museum Island, Berlin.
Torturer interacting with a visitor at the Berlin Dungeon in a medieval-themed setting.
City Circle Hop-On Hop-Off bus near Bellevue Palace, Berlin.
Visitors experiencing optical illusion in the Ames Room at Illuseum Berlin.
Berlin WelcomeCard with view of Bode Museum and TV Tower, offering unlimited public transport.
Yellow tram traveling through Berlin city street with modern buildings.
Altes Museum in Berlin with neoclassical facade and statues.
Cyclists on a guided tour ride past historic buildings in Berlin.
Wax figure in pink outfit at Madame Tussauds Berlin.
Guests enjoying drinks at Berlin Icebar.
S-Bahn train crossing a bridge on Museum Island, Berlin.
Torturer interacting with a visitor at the Berlin Dungeon in a medieval-themed setting.
City Circle Hop-On Hop-Off bus near Bellevue Palace, Berlin.
Visitors experiencing optical illusion in the Ames Room at Illuseum Berlin.
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Berlin WelcomeCard: Unlimited Public Transport & Discounts

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€26.90
Flexible duration
Audio guide

Save big and enjoy discounted entry to 170+ attractions & free access to public transport.

  • Explore Berlin without hassle and get up to 50% discounts at 170+ attractions, restaurants, and more with the Berlin WelcomeCard.
  • Visit iconic landmarks, including the Berlin Dungeon, the Anne Frank Center, the Berlin Cathedral.
  • Choose between Berlin’s public transport zones – AB, to explore the city of Berlin, and ABC, to see Berlin, Potsdam, and Airport Berlin Brandenburg.
  • Skip long ticketing queues with one printed pass and enjoy unlimited access to the city’s public transportation network.
  • Take your pick of 48/72-hour or 4/5/6-day passes, and upgrade to include multilingual city audio guides to enhance your sightseeing experience.

Save big and enjoy discounted entry to 170+ attractions & free access to public transport.

  • Explore Berlin without hassle and get up to 50% discounts at 170+ attractions, restaurants, and more with the Berlin WelcomeCard.
  • Visit iconic landmarks, including the Berlin Dungeon, the Anne Frank Center, the Berlin Cathedral.
  • Choose between Berlin’s public transport zones – AB, to explore the city of Berlin, and ABC, to see Berlin, Potsdam, and Airport Berlin Brandenburg.
  • Skip long ticketing queues with one printed pass and enjoy unlimited access to the city’s public transportation network.
  • Take your pick of 48/72-hour or 4/5/6-day passes, and upgrade to include multilingual city audio guides to enhance your sightseeing experience.

Inclusions

  • Validity: 48/72 hours or 4/5/6 days
  • Audio guide in German, English, French, Italian & Spanish (based on option selected)

Access to:

  • Unlimited access to public transport in AB or ABC zones (based on option selected)

Discounts at 180+ attractions, including Berlin TV Tower, Berlin Cathedral, Madame Tussauds & more

  • Landmarks: Berlin Dungeon, Olympiastadion & more
  • Bus tours and cruises: Berlin City Tour, Berlin Cityschiffsfahrten, Reederei Bruno Winkler & more
  • Activities: Original Berlin Walks, Eating Europe & more
  • Get all details here

Exclusions

  • Museums
  • Children between the ages of 6 and 14 can travel free on an adult’s ticket (3 kids per adult ticket). Any number of children below 6 years of age can travel on public transport for free.
  • The Berlin WelcomeCard is valid during the period indicated on the ticket and must be displayed as an A4 printout.
  • Each attraction or landmark can be visited only once with this card.
  • After your booking, wait for the digital tickets to drop into your inbox.
  • Print out a hard copy of this ticket and carry it with you on your trip.
  • Present this ticket to each discount partner to avail of the discounts on attractions and other services.

Validity:

  • The validity of online tickets is based on the date (and time, for the 48-hour and 72-hour variants) specified on the ticket. The 4/5/6-day tickets expire at midnight on the final day of their validity.
  • The 4/5/6-day cards are valid depending on the calendar days you select. If you’ve opted for a 4-day card and you validate the ticket at any time on Wednesday, then the Berlin WelcomeCard and public transport ticket are valid until midnight on Saturday.
  • The 48/72-hour tickets are valid for exactly 48/72 hours from the time selected during booking. For example, if you’ve picked the 72-hour card and selected your time slot as 8:30am on Monday, it will be valid until 8:29am on the following Thursday.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Berlin city tour bus at Potsdamer Platz and boat on Spree River near Bode Museum.
Red double-decker bus in front of Brandenburg Gate during Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour.
Tourist taking photos on an open-top bus tour in a city.
Berlin Cathedral with a cruise boat on the Spree River, part of the Berlin TV Tower and city cruise tour.
Couple enjoying a boat tour on a river with a historic bridge in the background.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of Berlin Cathedral on City Sightseeing Berlin tour.
Berlin City Cruise boat in front of Haus der Kulturen der Welt.
Berlin city tour bus at Potsdamer Platz and boat on Spree River near Bode Museum.
Red double-decker bus in front of Brandenburg Gate during Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour.
Tourist taking photos on an open-top bus tour in a city.
Berlin Cathedral with a cruise boat on the Spree River, part of the Berlin TV Tower and city cruise tour.
Couple enjoying a boat tour on a river with a historic bridge in the background.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of Berlin Cathedral on City Sightseeing Berlin tour.
Berlin City Cruise boat in front of Haus der Kulturen der Welt.
Berlin city tour bus at Potsdamer Platz and boat on Spree River near Bode Museum.
Red double-decker bus in front of Brandenburg Gate during Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour.
Tourist taking photos on an open-top bus tour in a city.
Berlin Cathedral with a cruise boat on the Spree River, part of the Berlin TV Tower and city cruise tour.
Couple enjoying a boat tour on a river with a historic bridge in the background.
Hop-on hop-off bus in front of Berlin Cathedral on City Sightseeing Berlin tour.
Berlin City Cruise boat in front of Haus der Kulturen der Welt.
4.3(1,417)

Combo (Save 8%): 24/48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Berlin + Guided City Cruise

from €40.60
€37.19

8% off

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Audio guide
  • Discover Berlin by land and water with this cost-effective combo that includes a 24/48-hour hop-on-hop-off tour and a 1-hour Spree River cruise.
  • With the HOHO pass, explore iconic Berlin attractions like Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt, and Alexanderplatz at any of the 18 stops.
  • Benefit from an audio guide in 13 languages during the bus tour, soaking in the history, architecture, and culture of Berlin, coupled with free WiFi.
  • The cruise offers a unique perspective of Berlin's landmarks like the Reichstag, Victory Column, and Museum Island from the Spree River.
  • Enjoy live commentary on board the cruise and learn about the city’s rich history with a multilingual audio guide.
  • Discover Berlin by land and water with this cost-effective combo that includes a 24/48-hour hop-on-hop-off tour and a 1-hour Spree River cruise.
  • With the HOHO pass, explore iconic Berlin attractions like Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt, and Alexanderplatz at any of the 18 stops.
  • Benefit from an audio guide in 13 languages during the bus tour, soaking in the history, architecture, and culture of Berlin, coupled with free WiFi.
  • The cruise offers a unique perspective of Berlin's landmarks like the Reichstag, Victory Column, and Museum Island from the Spree River.
  • Enjoy live commentary on board the cruise and learn about the city’s rich history with a multilingual audio guide.

Inclusions

Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off

  • 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
  • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Polish, Arabic & Turkish
  • 3-month validity

Spree River cruise

  • 1-hour River Spree cruise
  • German commentary
  • Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Swedish, Chinese, Hebrew & Finnish
  • Boarding from Nikolaiviertel/Alte Börse/Friedrichstrasse
  • English commentary (optional)
  • First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Tauentzienstrasse)
  • Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Tauentzienstrasse)
  • Frequency: every 30 mins
  • Popular stops: Gropiusbau, Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt & Alexanderplatz

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off

  • Tip: Try to sit on the top deck of the bus as it provides the best views and photo opportunities.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Spree River cruise

  • Tip: Try to spot a variety of bird species that live along the Spree River.
  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
  • This experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
  • Guide dogs are welcome on the boats.
  • Pets are allowed and larger dogs must be kept on a leash.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Illuseum Berlin exhibit with visitors and Berlin Cathedral with hop-on hop-off bus.
Visitors experiencing an upside-down room at Illuseum Berlin.
Person looking into a fragmented mirror at Illuseum Berlin.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour at Potsdamer Platz.
Vendor holding tickets for Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour near Rotes Rathaus.
Mirrored reflections in Illuseum Berlin's Infinity Room.
Visitors experiencing optical illusion in the Ames Room at Illuseum Berlin.
Child interacting with optical illusion exhibit at Illuseum Berlin.
Red double-decker bus in front of Brandenburg Gate during Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour.
Tourist taking photos on an open-top bus tour in a city.
Illuseum Berlin exhibit with visitors and Berlin Cathedral with hop-on hop-off bus.
Visitors experiencing an upside-down room at Illuseum Berlin.
Person looking into a fragmented mirror at Illuseum Berlin.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour at Potsdamer Platz.
Vendor holding tickets for Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour near Rotes Rathaus.
Mirrored reflections in Illuseum Berlin's Infinity Room.
Visitors experiencing optical illusion in the Ames Room at Illuseum Berlin.
Child interacting with optical illusion exhibit at Illuseum Berlin.
Red double-decker bus in front of Brandenburg Gate during Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour.
Tourist taking photos on an open-top bus tour in a city.
Illuseum Berlin exhibit with visitors and Berlin Cathedral with hop-on hop-off bus.
Visitors experiencing an upside-down room at Illuseum Berlin.
Person looking into a fragmented mirror at Illuseum Berlin.
Red double-decker bus on Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour at Potsdamer Platz.
Vendor holding tickets for Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour near Rotes Rathaus.
Mirrored reflections in Illuseum Berlin's Infinity Room.
Visitors experiencing optical illusion in the Ames Room at Illuseum Berlin.
Child interacting with optical illusion exhibit at Illuseum Berlin.
Red double-decker bus in front of Brandenburg Gate during Berlin Hop On & Hop Off tour.
Tourist taking photos on an open-top bus tour in a city.
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Combo (Save 5%): Illuseum Berlin Tickets + Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

from €37.60
€35.72

5% off

Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Audio guide
  • Your wallet's new best friend! Grab this ticket, which offers entry to the interactive museum, Illuseum, and a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour.
  • Engage in a mind-bending journey at Illuseum, where nothing is as it seems – baffling holograms, gravity-defying exhibits, it's got all.
  • Not only entertaining but also educating. Learn about perception, vision, and the human brain through numerous games and puzzles.
  • Plan your perfect itinerary with the 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, with buses arriving every 25 to 40 mins across the 2 routes with 18+ stops.
  • Hop on the double-decker buses and tune in to the audio guide in 13 languages, dishing out the scoop on must-see spots like Gendarmenmarkt and more.
  • Your wallet's new best friend! Grab this ticket, which offers entry to the interactive museum, Illuseum, and a 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off tour.
  • Engage in a mind-bending journey at Illuseum, where nothing is as it seems – baffling holograms, gravity-defying exhibits, it's got all.
  • Not only entertaining but also educating. Learn about perception, vision, and the human brain through numerous games and puzzles.
  • Plan your perfect itinerary with the 24/48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour, with buses arriving every 25 to 40 mins across the 2 routes with 18+ stops.
  • Hop on the double-decker buses and tune in to the audio guide in 13 languages, dishing out the scoop on must-see spots like Gendarmenmarkt and more.

Inclusions

Illuseum Berlin

  • Entry to the museum

Berlin HOHO pass

  • 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Access to Classic Tour or Classic Tour, Trendy East Berlin & Wall Tour routes (based on the ticket selected)
  • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Polish, Arabic & Turkish
  • Flexible 3-month validity
  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Please click here for detailed route maps and boarding points.

You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Classic Tour (A-Tour)

  • First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Tauentzienstrasse)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Tauentzienstrasse)
  • Frequency: every 25 mins
  • Popular stops: Gropiusbau, Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt

Trendy East Berlin and Wall Tour (B-Tour)

  • First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Rotes Rathaus/Neptune Fountain)
  • Last bus: 6pm from stop #1 (Rotes Rathaus/Neptune Fountain)
  • Frequency: every 40 mins
  • Popular stops: East Side Gallery, Mauerpark, Karl-Marx-Allee (Computerspielemuseum)

Illuseum Berlin

  • Tip: The exhibits are super Instagram-worthy! Try to trick your friends with the illusions and capture their reactions on camera.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for cardiac issues and serious medical conditions.
  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Berlin HOHO pass

  • Tip: If the weather is pleasant, take a break from the bus tour and rent a paddle boat on the Spree River.
  • Wheelchairs must be no larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high to board the bus. If unsure, contact the service provider.
  • Just a heads up, each bus can only accommodate 1 wheelchair at a time. If there is already a passenger in a wheelchair, please wait for the next one.
  • The ticket is valid for 3 months from the date of purchase.
  • Small and well-behaved dogs in portable kennels are welcome onboard.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Berlin City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off tours

Hop aboard City Sightseeing Berlin and dive into the city’s vibrant history and culture with total freedom! Zip around iconic spots like the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, DDR Museum, and the Berlin Wall Memorial on comfy double-decker buses. With 24 or 48-hour tickets, you can hop off to explore, then jump back on whenever you’re ready for more adventure. Enjoy lively audio guides, free Wi-Fi, and even river cruises; perfect for soaking up Berlin’s charm at your own pace!

Why choose the Berlin City Sightseeing tours

Berlin City Sightseeing tours

Flexibility

Hop on and off the bus at any of the stops to visit your desired attractions, with reliable Berlin bus schedules and frequent buses allowing you to create your own sightseeing itinerary.

Audio guides on the Berlin City Sightseeing Bus Tours

Informative audio guides

Enjoy multilingual audio commentary that shares fascinating stories about Berlin's history, culture, and landmarks, enriching your sightseeing experience along the way.

Panoramic views on a Berlin City Sightseeing Bus Tours

Panoramic views

Experience Berlin from a unique perspective with 360-degree views from the open-top double-decker buses, perfect for taking in the city's iconic landmarks.

Berlin City Sightseeing Bus Tours

Well-mapped stops

With strategically placed stops across the city, the Berlin bus routes let you easily navigate the city without worrying about transportation, allowing you to make the most of your time.

Berlin City Sightseeing Bus Tours

Affordable passes

With affordable ticket options, City Sightseeing Berlin provides a great value for tourists wanting to explore the city on a budget.

Berlin City Sightseeing routes, stops and maps

Berlin City Sightseeing Bus Tours A Tour

Classic Tour (A-Tour)

This route covers iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag Building, and Berlin Cathedral, providing a comprehensive overview of Berlin’s historical and cultural highlights.

  • First stop: Tauentzienstrasse
  • Timings: 9:30am to 3pm
  • Frequency: 30 minutes
  • Number of stops: 18
  • Full loop duration: 2 hours
Berlin City Sightseeing Bus Tours B Tour

Trendy East Berlin & Wall Tour (B-Tour)

This route explores the vibrant neighborhoods of East Berlin, featuring the East Side Gallery, Oberbaum Bridge, and the Berlin Wall Memorial, highlighting the city’s modern culture and history.

  • First stop: Rotes Rathaus (Neptune Fountain)
  • Timings: 9:30am to 3pm
  • Frequency: 45 minutes
  • Number of stops: 8
  • Full loop duration: 1 hour

Suggested Berlin City Sightseeing Itineraries

Berlin in 1 day/24 hours
Berlin in 2 days/48 hours
Berlin in 3 days/72 hours
Brandenburg Gate on the Berlin City Sightseeing Bus Tour

If you're in Berlin for a day, with Hop-on Hop-off buses, you can enjoy a quick overview of the top sights. Here's what you can cover with just one day:

  • Visit the Reichstag Building and marvel at its iconic glass dome, offering stunning panoramic views of Berlin’s skyline.
  • Explore the majestic Berlin Cathedral and wander through the nearby Museum Island, home to world-class museums and rich cultural heritage.
  • Head to the East Side Gallery, the world’s longest open-air gallery, to admire vibrant murals painted on a surviving section of the Berlin Wall, symbolizing freedom and unity.
  • Discover the Berlin Wall Memorial to learn about the Wall’s historical significance and the city’s division during the Cold War.
  • End your day in Prenzlauer Berg, soaking up its lively atmosphere, trendy cafes, and vibrant local scene.
Visitor at the TV Tower on the Berlin City Sightseeing Bus Tour

Day 1

If you've two full days in Berlin and want to taste the city's flavour a bit more, here's what you can do:

  • Start your day at Alexanderplatz and soak up breathtaking city views from the iconic TV Tower, Berlin’s tallest landmark.
  • Stroll to the majestic Brandenburg Gate, a neoclassical symbol of unity and history, then wander through the lush, peaceful Tiergarten park nearby.
  • Explore the impressive Reichstag Building and climb its famous glass dome for panoramic views of Berlin’s skyline.
  • End your day at the stunning Berlin Cathedral, just steps from the cultural treasure trove of Museum Island, perfect for an evening of art and history.
Berlin East Side Gallery

Day 2

  • Visit the East Side Gallery to admire iconic, colorful murals painted on the Berlin Wall, celebrating freedom and creativity.
  • Explore the Berlin Wall Memorial to understand the profound history and impact of the Wall on Berlin’s division.
  • Dive into everyday life in former East Germany at the interactive DDR Museum, featuring a recreated apartment, a Trabant driving simulator, and immersive exhibits on life under the GDR regime.
  • Experience illusions and mind-bending exhibits at the Illuseum Berlin, perfect for fun and curiosity.
  • Wander the vibrant Prenzlauer Berg district, full of trendy cafes and lively streets.
  • End your day at the Oberbaum Bridge, enjoying stunning views over the Spree River and Berlin’s unique architecture.
Reichstag Building exterior with glass dome in Berlin, Germany.

Day 1

In Berlin for a 3-day weekend? With so much time, you can tick off all Berlin's hit spots and unpack hidden gems too!

  • Start at Alexanderplatz and enjoy panoramic city views from the TV Tower.
  • Walk to the Berlin Cathedral and explore the impressive Museum Island nearby.
  • Stroll down Unter den Linden boulevard, soaking in historic architecture.
  • Visit the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin’s iconic symbol of unity.
  • Explore the Reichstag Building and, if time allows, ascend its glass dome for sweeping views.
  • End your day at Potsdamer Platz, a lively hub of shops, cafes, and modern architecture
Gendarmenmarkt square with Konzerthaus and French Cathedral in Berlin, Germany.

Day 2

  • Hop off at Checkpoint Charlie to learn about Berlin’s Cold War past.
  • Visit the Gendarmenmarkt, one of Europe’s most beautiful squares.
  • Stop at the Jewish Museum or the Topography of Terror for powerful historical exhibits.
  • Head to the East Side Gallery to admire over 100 colorful murals on a preserved stretch of the Berlin Wall.
  • Explore the Berlin Wall Memorial at Bernauer Straße for a deeper understanding of the city’s division.
Plague Doctor at Berlin Dungeon

Day 3

  • Start your day at Alexanderplatz and ascend the Berlin TV Tower for breathtaking 360° views across the city, spotting landmarks like the Reichstag and Brandenburg Gate from 200 meters high.
  • Hop off near the Berlin Dungeon for a thrilling, interactive experience diving into Berlin’s dark and fascinating history through live shows and special effects.
  • Visit the Reichstag Building, explore its historic chambers, and climb the famous glass dome for panoramic city views.
  • Optionally, visit the DDR Museum or Illuseum Berlin, both close to the city center and easily reached by the hop-on hop-off buses, for immersive cultural and fun experiences.

City Sightseeing Berlin tips

  • Wear layers, comfortable shoes, and carry an umbrella for unpredictable weather
  • Use combo tickets to bundle your Hop-on Hop-off pass with Illuseum Berlin tickets.
  • Visit lesser-known museums like The Upside Down Museum or Computer Games Museum.
  • Hop off at Kreuzberg or Friedrichshain to see Berlin’s famous murals and graffiti.
  • Switch sides on the top deck to capture different angles of landmarks like the East Side Gallery and Victory Column.

Berlin City Sightseeing: Frequently asked questions

How do City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off buses work in Berlin?

City Sightseeing Berlin allows you to hop on and off at designated stops along the tour route, exploring the city at your own pace.

What is included in a Berlin City Sightseeing Tour ticket?

A City Sightseeing Berlin ticket includes unlimited rides on the bus for 24 or 48 hours, audio guides, and optional river cruise access.

How often are the Berlin City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off buses?

Buses run every 25-40 minutes.

How many Berlin City Sightseeing routes are there?

There are two main routes: the Classic Tour (A-Tour) and the Trendy East Berlin and Wall Tour (B-Tour), covering key attractions.

Are there audio guides on the Berlin City Sightseeing Hop-on Hop-off bus tours?

Yes, audio guides are available in multiple languages, providing informative commentary about the sights and history of Berlin during your ride.

Are the Berlin City Sightseeing bus tours accessibility-friendly?

Yes, City Sightseeing Berlin buses are wheelchair-accessible, offering ramps and dedicated spaces for passengers with mobility challenges.

How long is my ticket valid for?

City Sightseeing Berlin tickets are valid for 24 or 48 hours, depending on the option you choose.