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Constitution Hill is a former prison complex, present-day museum, symbolizing South Africa's liberating journey to democracy.
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Discover Johannesburg with audio guides, kids' commentary & free hotel shuttle services.
- Everything you get: Jump on this 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour and explore 12 iconic spots, including the Apartheid Museum & Gold Reef City, with buses arriving every 40 minutes. You can also enjoy multilingual audio guides, commentary for kids & a complimentary hotel shuttle service.
- Why choose this: Find your own way around Johannesburg on this flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour that takes you to top landmarks in the city.
- Sights covered: On your ride, you will spot Constitution Hill, Apartheid Museum, Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Zoo, Military Museum & more top sights.
Discover Johannesburg with audio guides, kids' commentary & free hotel shuttle services.
- Everything you get: Jump on this 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour and explore 12 iconic spots, including the Apartheid Museum & Gold Reef City, with buses arriving every 40 minutes. You can also enjoy multilingual audio guides, commentary for kids & a complimentary hotel shuttle service.
- Why choose this: Find your own way around Johannesburg on this flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour that takes you to top landmarks in the city.
- Sights covered: On your ride, you will spot Constitution Hill, Apartheid Museum, Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Zoo, Military Museum & more top sights.
Inclusions
- 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Red Route
- Complimentary shuttle bus from Sandton to Rosebank
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Dutch, Japanese, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Russian, Swedish, Arabic, Turkish, Afrikaans & Zulu
- Kids commentary
Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
City Highlights Tour (Red Route)
Discover the heart, heritage, and culture of Johannesburg on this bus tour.
Popular stops: Constitution Hill, Apartheid Museum, Gold Reef City, Johannesburg Zoo
Complimentary Hotel Shuttle Timetable
- Southern Sun Sandton: 9am
- Maslow: 9:08am
- Hilton: 9:12am
- Radisson Blu Gautrain: 9:18am
- Davinci: 9:25am
- Rosebank: 9:40am
Please note that the hotel shuttle takes you to stop 1: Rosebank
- The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible. Each bus can only accommodate one wheelchair at a time.
- Wheelchairs cannot be larger than 70cm wide, 120cm long, and 135cm high. If your wheelchair exceeds these measurements, contact the operator, who will assist you.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
- These tickets are valid for 30 days from the date of purchase.
Why choose Hop-on Hop-off Johannesburg
Flexible exploration
There’s no need to stick to a rigid itinerary! Explore attractions at your own pace, and move on to the next one when you’re ready. All you have to do is head to your closest stop and get a ride to where you want to go.
See all major attractions
Want to spend your day discovering the Johannesburg Zoo, Constitution Hill, or Gold Reef City? With a Hop-on Hop-off pass, you won’t have to worry about missing out on seeing any of the attractions on your bucket list because you couldn’t find a bus or train to take you there.
Ease of convenience
A Hop-on Hop-off pass is ideal if you’d like to skip the hassle of public transportation. This bus tour will take you to the top landmarks in the city. You simply have to get to your closest pickup point and hop on board when a bus arrives.
Additional perks
In addition to their Hop-on Hop-off service, your passes also come with added perks like audio guides, kids’ commentary, and complimentary hotel transfers from specific hotels around the city.
Hop-on Hop-off buses are a great choice for
Budget travelers
A Hop-on Hop-off pass is a godsend for travelers who want to see as much of Johannesburg as possible while on a budget crunch. You don’t just get Hop-on Hop-off service for the price of one ticket, but also other perks like panoramic seats, audio guides, hotel transfers & more.
Travelers on a tight schedule
Only have a day to spend in Jozi? That’s alright! You can still see the city’s major highlights with a Hop-on Hop-off pass. All you have to do is get on board and hit as many attractions as possible within your schedule.
First-time visitors
If you’re a first-time traveler to Johannesburg, a Hop-on Hop-off tour is a great way to get a sense of the city’s people & culture. After you loop around your route a couple of times, you can decide which attractions you’d like to visit first and set the pace for the rest of your trip.
Families with kids & elders
It is extremely easy and efficient to book and use a Hop-on Hop-off bus pass. So if you’re traveling as a large family, it would be less of a hassle to get passes for everyone than to purchase individual public transport tickets.
Discover more with City Sightseeing Johannesburg
Marvel at 360° panoramic views from an upper deck seat, tune in to informative audio guides, and make use of complimentary hotel shuttle services on City Sightseeing’s Hop-on Hop-off bus tour around Johannesburg.
- Ideal for: First-time visitors who aren’t sure where to start exploring & budget travelers who want to cover as many sights as possible in a single day.
- Timings: 9:45am to 3pm
- Duration: 2.5 hours
- Frequency: Every 40 minutes
- No. of stops: 12
- Popular stops: Apartheid Museum, Gold Reef City, Military Museum
How to book Hop-on Hop-off tickets?
Step 1: Choose your route
Each tour follows a unique route. Review the routes and stops, and pick the tour that covers your must-see attractions.
Step 2: Book your tickets
Purchase your Hop-on Hop-off tickets easily using your credit/debit card.
Step 3: Check your email
Receive your ticket voucher instantly in your inbox.
Step 4: Download the operator’s app
Track the bus in real-time, plan your journey, and explore routes with an interactive map.
Step 5: Hop on & explore!
Head to any designated stop, show your mobile voucher to the driver or staff, and start your adventure!
Top sights covered
Constitution Hill
Frequently asked questions about Johannesburg Hop-on Hop-off bus tour
Can I board the Johannesburg Hop-on Hop-off tour at any stop?
Yes, you can get on and off the tour at any of the stops along your route.
Do I need to purchase separate tickets for my children?
Yes, you do. However, most operators do not charge a fee for very young children who don’t need their own seats. But typically, a child who is 5 years and above requires a ticket to travel, although their ticket price may be discounted. Please carefully read the details on the check-out page before booking tickets for your children.
Do the Johannesburg Hop-on Hopp-off tours offer hotel pick-ups?
Yes, they do. If you’re staying at the Southern Sun Sandton, Maslow, Hilton, Radisson Blu Gautrain, or Davinci, you can access the complimentary hotel shuttle service included in your pass. The pick-up times will be disclosed in your ticket after booking.
Can older people ride on the Johannesburg Hop-on Hop-off bus tour?
Yes, they can. However, if the elders you’re traveling with have any spinal or mobility issues, we recommend staying on the lower half of the bus, as the climb to the upper deck can be a bit of a strain.
Are these bus tours wheelchair-friendly?
Most buses are accessibility-friendly. However, we recommend contacting the tour operator to confirm that they can accommodate your needs on your travel day.
Will I be provided meals or food while on board?
No, there are no meal options included in your Hop-on Hop-off pass.