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Route name: Red Route
Attraction timings: 10am to 5pm
Glasgow City Sightseeing Hop On Hop Off Tours
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Enjoy ultimate flexibility to curate your Glasgow sightseeing experience across 40+ stops.
- Everything you get: The 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off pass unlocks 2 diverse routes, complete with excellent multilingual audio guides. Spot iconic landmarks like Glasgow Cathedral or the Kelvingrove Art Gallery on the Red Route & access major football stadiums like Celtic Park on the Yellow Route.
- Why choose this: See Glasgow atop double-decker buses with a single ticket and buses every 30 minutes, showcasing historical gems, and lively cultural spots.
Enjoy ultimate flexibility to curate your Glasgow sightseeing experience across 40+ stops.
- Everything you get: The 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off pass unlocks 2 diverse routes, complete with excellent multilingual audio guides. Spot iconic landmarks like Glasgow Cathedral or the Kelvingrove Art Gallery on the Red Route & access major football stadiums like Celtic Park on the Yellow Route.
- Why choose this: See Glasgow atop double-decker buses with a single ticket and buses every 30 minutes, showcasing historical gems, and lively cultural spots.
Inclusions
- 1 or 2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Access to Red and Yellow routes
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Mandarin Chinese & Polish (Red Route)
- Audio guide in English (Yellow Route)
You can join a tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Red Route
Dive into Glasgow's vibrant city center, showcasing historical landmarks like George Square and Glasgow Cathedral. This route is your gateway to the city's rich heritage and cultural heart.
Popular stops: Riverside Museum, University of Glasgow, Glasgow Green
Hop-on Hop-off Tour - Yellow Route
Venture west to explore Glasgow's academic and artistic side, encompassing world-class museums like Kelvingrove. It also takes you along the riverside, offering views of modern developments and iconic football stadiums.
Popular stops: The Barras, Glasgow Cathedral, Science Centre
Accessibility
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Additional Information
- The tour does not operate on December 25 & 26, and January 1 & 2.
- The Red tour is available all-year round, whereas the Yellow tour is only available during the high season.
- Stop 1: Temporary stop 1 located on George Street across from the City Chambers.
- Stop 3: Stop 3 for Tennent's Brewery is currently unavailable due to roadworks.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Why choose the Glasgow City Sightseeing tours?
Comprehensive coverage
With two routes, the tours cover major attractions like the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and the Riverside Museum, ensuring you experience the city's highlights.
Flexible travel
City Sightseeing tours offer the freedom to hop on and off at over 20 stops, allowing you to explore Glasgow at your own pace and convenience.
Informative commentary
Enjoy engaging audio commentary available in multiple languages, providing insights into Glasgow's rich history, culture, and architecture as you travel.
Comfortable experience
Travel in comfort on open-top double-decker buses, offering panoramic views of the city while enjoying fresh air during your adventure.
Affordable tickets
Choose from one- or two-day tickets, providing great value for unlimited travel and access to numerous attractions, making it perfect for budget-conscious travelers.
Glasgow City Sightseeing routes, stops and maps
Red Route
The Red Route explores Glasgow's city center and West End, featuring key attractions like Kelvingrove Art Gallery, Glasgow Cathedral, and the Riverside Museum.
- First stop: George Square
- Timings: 9am to 6:30pm
- Frequency: Every 12 minutes
- Number of stops: 21
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Yellow Route
The Yellow Route takes you through the east and south of Glasgow, highlighting landmarks such as Celtic Park, Ibrox Stadium, and the Burrell Collection.
- First stop: North Hanover Street
- Timings: 10am to 4pm
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Number of stops: 19
- Full loop duration: 1 hour 35 minutes
Highlights of your Glasgow City Sightseeing tour
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
Suggested Glasgow City Sightseeing Itineraries
Glasgow in 1 day/24 hours
Glasgow in 2 days/48 hours
Experience the best of Glasgow in one day with City Sightseeing, combining attractions from both the Red and Yellow routes for a diverse adventure.
- Start at George Square, then visit Glasgow Cathedral for its stunning architecture.
- Hop on to the Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum to explore its impressive collections.
- Next, head to the Riverside Museum to learn about the city’s transport history.
- Continue to Celtic Park, immersing yourself in Glasgow’s football culture.
- Finish your day at the Burrell Collection in Pollok Park, enjoying its art and beautiful surroundings.
Day 1: Red Route
Explore Glasgow over two days with City Sightseeing tours, diving into the city's rich history and vibrant culture.
- Start at George Square, the heart of Glasgow.
- Visit Glasgow Cathedral for stunning Gothic architecture.
- Explore the People's Palace and Winter Gardens.
- Discover the Riverside Museum, showcasing transport history.
- Enjoy the Tall Ship at Riverside.
- End at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum.
Day 2: Yellow Route
Explore Glasgow over two days with City Sightseeing tours, diving into the city's rich history and vibrant culture.
- Begin at the Botanic Gardens, a lush green space.
- Visit the Hunterian Museum for unique exhibits.
- Stop by the University of Glasgow, an architectural marvel.
- Explore the Riverside Museum for interactive displays.
- Relax at Kelvingrove Park, a serene urban oasis.
- End at the Clydeside Distillery, discovering whisky production.
Glasgow City Sightseeing: FAQ's
How do City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off buses work in Glasgow?
City Sightseeing buses in Glasgow operate on a hop-on hop-off basis, allowing you to board and alight at any of the 40 stops throughout the city as often as you like.
What is included in a Glasgow City Sightseeing Tour ticket?
Tickets include unlimited access to the hop-on hop-off buses for one or two days, along with audio commentary in multiple languages to enhance your experience.
How often are the Glasgow City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off buses?
Buses run every 12 minutes on the Red Route and 30 minutes on the Yellow Route.
How many Glasgow City Sightseeing routes are there?
There are two routes - Red and Yellow - covering all major landmarks in Glasgow.
Are there audio guides on the Glasgow City Sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tours?
Yes, audio guides are available in multiple languages, providing commentary on the city’s landmarks and history.
Are the Glasgow City Sightseeing bus tours accessibility-friendly?
Yes, the buses are wheelchair accessible.
How long is my ticket valid for?
Tickets are typically valid for 24, or 48 hours from the time of first use, depending on the ticket purchased.
From happy customers
Susan
United StatesJul, 2026
We were lucky enough to have a very lovely tour guide who did a wonderful job and included a lot of history. Wish we could have made a few stops but ran out of time.
City Sightseeing: Glasgow Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Ainsley
CanadaJul, 2026
We enjoyed getting to travel all around Glasgow and learn the history of it! Getting on and off at any spot we wanted to visit was great!
City Sightseeing: Glasgow Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Robert
Jul, 2026
There we're 24 stops where you get on or get off the bus. Tickets were easy to buy and use. In 1.5 hour you see the highlights of the city. From that experience you can choose which parts you further can discover.
City Sightseeing: Glasgow Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Ana
PortugalJun, 2026
Fantastic. The guide and the staff selling the tickets were extremely polite and very friendly. They recommended that I take a second full tour without any stops. This tour is definitely worth it. You get a good overview of the city and its history.
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City Sightseeing: Glasgow Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Lorinda
Jun, 2026
At first it was hard to determine where the stops were. There is a change in route due to construction. It's fine once you know where to get on.
City Sightseeing: Glasgow Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Paul
IrelandMay, 2026
The transport museum, the running commentary on the bus system was great, the one bus we took had a tour guide on board, was better as little unknown facts was far better than the auto system
City Sightseeing: Glasgow Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Teena
United KingdomMay, 2026
Craig and Stevie without doubt made our trip!! I have used the Hop on Hop off buses in many cities but the Glasgow tours were the best!
Craig is hilarious and we enjoyed every second. He had the whole bus laughing and joining in with him.
The recorded information was also very good. We used the buses a lot on both days and they are without doubt great value for money.
City Sightseeing: Glasgow Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Caroline
United KingdomApr, 2026
We had a fabulous tour of Glasgow on Sunday 26th April.
Chris was a great tour guide and made the tour both informative and fun.
Caroline, Caroline & Gail
City Sightseeing: Glasgow Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour