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Hop-on Hop-off Kiel Bus Tours

All top attractions covered
All top attractions covered
Regular Schedule. Unlimited rides
Regular Schedule. Unlimited rides
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Last minute availability. Instant confirmation.
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Hop-on hop-off bus near St. Nikolai Church in Kiel, Germany.
Red double-decker bus on Kiel Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near historic buildings.
Tourists enjoying a sunny day on a Kiel hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Kiel sightseeing bus passing a historic brick church on a sunny day.
Red double-decker bus on Kiel Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near waterfront and historic building.
Hop-on hop-off bus near St. Nikolai Church in Kiel, Germany.
Red double-decker bus on Kiel Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near historic buildings.
Tourists enjoying a sunny day on a Kiel hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Kiel sightseeing bus passing a historic brick church on a sunny day.
Red double-decker bus on Kiel Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near waterfront and historic building.
Hop-on hop-off bus near St. Nikolai Church in Kiel, Germany.
Red double-decker bus on Kiel Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near historic buildings.
Tourists enjoying a sunny day on a Kiel hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Kiel sightseeing bus passing a historic brick church on a sunny day.
Red double-decker bus on Kiel Hop-On Hop-Off Tour near waterfront and historic building.
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City Sightseeing: Kiel Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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Extended validity
Flexible duration
Audio guide
Routes
TOTAL DURATION90 minutes
FREQUENCYEvery 105 minutes
FIRST DEPARTUREHbf Kiel (Wasserseite) at 10:45 AM
LAST DEPARTUREHbf Kiel (Wasserseite) at 4:00 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Hbf Kiel (Wasserseite)

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2 attractions

Hbf Kiel (Wasserseite)

Kieler Förde

41 minutes walk

2. Schwedenkai

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2 attractions

Schwedenkai

Bootshafen

1 minute walk

3. Ostseekai - Schiffahrtmuseum

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2 attractions
Ostseekai - Schiffahrtmuseum

Ostseekai - Schiffahrtmuseum

Kiel Maritime Museum

Kiel Maritime Museum

2 minutes walk

4. Reventloubrücke - Landtag

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2 attractions

Reventloubrücke

Kiel Landtag

1 minute walk

5. Nord-Ostsee-Kanal (NOK): Schleuse

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2 attractions
Nord-Ostsee-Kanal (NOK): Schleuse

Nord-Ostsee-Kanal (NOK): Schleuse

50er Jahre Museum Kiel

2 minutes walk

6. NOK Kanalfähre

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2 attractions
NOK Kanalfähre

NOK Kanalfähre

Holtenau Lighthouse

Holtenau Lighthouse

9 minutes walk

7. Holtenau

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2 attractions
Holtenau

Holtenau

U-Boot Ehrenmal

30 minutes walk

8. Universität - Rankestraße

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2 attractions
Universität Kiel

Universität Kiel

Botanischer Garten Kiel

Botanischer Garten Kiel

2 minutes walk
TOTAL DURATION2 hours
FREQUENCY30 minutes
FIRST DEPARTURESpace Needle & Seattle Center at 10:00 AM
LAST DEPARTURESpace Needle & Seattle Center at 4:00 PM
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1. Space Needle & Seattle Center

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2 attractions
Space Needle

Space Needle

3 minutes walk
Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

2 minutes walk

2. FRS Clippers

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2 attractions

FRS Clipper Terminal

1 minute walk

Olympic Sculpture Park

1 minute walk

3. Edgewater Hotel

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2 attractions

The Edgewater Hotel

1 minute walk
Seattle Aquarium

Seattle Aquarium

2 minutes walk

4. Pier 66 Cruise Terminal

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2 attractions
Pier 66

Pier 66

1 minute walk

Myrtle Edwards Park

5 minutes walk

5. Pier 55 & Argosy Cruises

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2 attractions
Argosy Cruises

Argosy Cruises

Seattle Art Museum

Seattle Art Museum

5 minutes walk

6. Pioneer & Occidental Square

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2 attractions
Pioneer Square

Pioneer Square

2 minutes walk
Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park

2 minutes walk

7. Historic Chinatown Gate

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2 attractions
Historic Chinatown Gate

Historic Chinatown Gate

Uwajimaya Asian Market

1 minute walk

8. Panama Hotel & Tea House

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2 attractions

Panama Hotel & Tea House

Occidental Square

3 minutes walk

9. Seattle Sky View Observatory

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2 attractions

Sky View Observatory

3 minutes walk

Columbia Center

3 hours 24 minutes walk

10. Seattle Central Library

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2 attractions
Seattle Central Library

Seattle Central Library

1 minute walk

5th Avenue Theatre

3 minutes walk

11. Seattle Convention Center

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2 attractions

Seattle Convention Center

Paramount Theatre

3 minutes walk

12. Pike Place Market

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2 attractions

Pike Place Market

1 minute walk
The Gum Wall

The Gum Wall

13. Pike Brewing Company

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2 attractions

Pike Brewing Company

13 minutes walk

Beecher's Handmade Cheese

2 minutes walk

14. Seattle Art Museum

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2 attractions

Seattle Art Museum

2 minutes walk

Benaroya Hall

2 minutes walk

15. Pier 55 & Argosy Cruises

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2 attractions

Pier 55 & Argosy Cruises

Ye Olde Curiosity Shop

16. Original Starbucks at Pike Place Market

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2 attractions

Original Starbucks at Pike Place Market

3 minutes walk

Rachel the Piggy Bank

4 minutes walk

17. Westin Hotel

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2 attractions

Westin Hotel

Moore Theatre

4 minutes walk

18. Amazon Sphere

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2 attractions

Amazon Sphere

2 minutes walk
Lake Union Park

Lake Union Park

8 minutes walk

Unlock Kiel’s hidden treasures, fjords, & hidden gems with a thrilling city pass.

  • Explore Kiel at your own pace with a 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass, offering the freedom to discover the city your way.
  • Travel along the scenic route with 8 stops, each offering easy access to top attractions, with buses arriving every 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Cruise in comfort on open-top double-decker buses, featuring live commentary in German and audio guides in multiple languages for an insightful journey.
  • Hop off at must-see landmarks like the Kiel Opera House, the Maritime Museum, and the beautiful Kiel Fjord for a day filled with history and culture.

Unlock Kiel’s hidden treasures, fjords, & hidden gems with a thrilling city pass.

  • Explore Kiel at your own pace with a 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass, offering the freedom to discover the city your way.
  • Travel along the scenic route with 8 stops, each offering easy access to top attractions, with buses arriving every 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  • Cruise in comfort on open-top double-decker buses, featuring live commentary in German and audio guides in multiple languages for an insightful journey.
  • Hop off at must-see landmarks like the Kiel Opera House, the Maritime Museum, and the beautiful Kiel Fjord for a day filled with history and culture.

Inclusions

  • 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Access to Red Route
  • Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Swedish, Danish & Norwegian
  • Live commentary in German
  • Free Wi-Fi

Red Route
This route covers diverse neighborhoods, waterfronts, and historical districts, showcasing the city’s vibrant modern and traditional mix.
Popular stops: Schwedenkai, Ostseekai - Schiffahrtmuseum, Hbf Kiel (Wasserseite)

  • This experience is wheelchair accessible.
  • This tour does not operate from November to March.
  • Mobile vouchers can only be redeemed at #Stop 1, Hauptbahnhof (Central Train Station), while paper vouchers will be accepted at any stop.
  • 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.

Exploring Hop-on Hop-off tours with ease

Explore the maritime soul of northern Germany with a Hop-on Hop-off bus tour of Kiel. Nestled along the shores of the Baltic Sea, this dynamic port city is rich with seafaring history, scenic waterfront promenades, and vibrant cultural landmarks. Whether you’re on a quick cruise stopover or spending a few days soaking in city life, Hop-on Hop-off tours in Kiel offer a convenient and immersive way to experience it all.

Why choose City Sightseeing Kiel Hop-on Hop-off bus tours

  • Unlimited flexibility: Feel free to hop on and off at as many stops as you wish within your ticket’s validity period; the perfect option for flexible sightseeing.
  • Well-connected route: Explore Kiel's top highlights, with major stops at places like the Kiellinie, Ostseekai (cruise terminal), Kiel Fjord, and more.
  • Multilingual audio guide: Learn about Kiel’s maritime past, naval significance, and modern-day culture with insightful commentary available in several languages as well as captivating live German narration by an expert.
  • Open-top coastal views: Enjoy panoramic views of Kiel Fjord, harborside promenades, and charming neighborhoods from the top deck.
  • Accessible & convenient: Most buses are wheelchair-accessible and family-friendly, making them suitable for travelers of all ages.

Hop-on Hop-off buses are the perfect choice for

First-time visitors

New to Kiel? A Hop-on Hop-off tour introduces you to the city’s layout, history, and key attractions so you can explore without hassle.

Families

Kid-friendly audio commentary, relaxing, convenient transportation between top sights, and engaging stops like the aquarium make it ideal for little ones.

Cruise passengers

With direct access from the Ostseekai terminal, cruise travelers can maximize their limited time in Kiel with a comprehensive city overview.

Scenic explorers

Prefer soaking in views over walking miles? Enjoy fresh sea breezes and scenic cityscapes from your seat.

Photography lovers

Snap stunning shots of Kiel’s iconic sights like Kiel Fjord, harbor views, and historic buildings, all from the open deck.

Exploring Kiel with City Sightseeing

Get to know Kiel like never before aboard the iconic red City Sightseeing buses. With their distinctive open-top double-deckers and frequent departures, they offer the perfect introduction to the maritime capital of Schleswig-Holstein. Their carefully curated route covers Kiel’s most celebrated attractions, from its bustling harbor to its historic old town, all while delivering insightful multilingual audio commentary that brings the city’s maritime spirit to life.

Red Route

  • Ideal for: First-time visitors, solo travelers, history buffs, and culture lovers
  • Timings: 10:45am to 4pm from Stop #1 Hbf Kiel (Wasserseite)
  • Frequency: Every 105 minutes
  • Number of stops: 8
  • Total loop: 90 minutes
  • Popular spots: Haltestellen Schwedenkai, Kiel Canal, Diederichsenpark

How to book 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 PayPal, iDEAL, a credit or debit card.

Step 3: Check your email

Receive your ticket voucher instantly in your inbox. If you don’t see it, check your spam or junk folder.

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 aboard & explore!

Head to any designated stop, show your mobile voucher to the driver or staff, and start your adventure!

Hop-on Hop-off Kiel tour highlights

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Kiel Maritime Museum

Dive into the city’s seafaring history with fascinating exhibits inside a former fish auction hall.

Kiellinie Promenade

Stroll along Kiel’s scenic waterfront lined with boats, cafés, and stunning fjord views.

Old Botanical Garden

Escape into a peaceful green oasis filled with exotic plants and panoramic viewpoints.

Schleswig-Holstein Parliament (Landtag)

Snap photos of this modern architectural landmark by the waterfront.

Cruise Terminal Ostseekai

A convenient stop for cruise travelers to hop on and start exploring Kiel right away.

Tips to make the most of your Hop-on Hop-off Kiel bus tours

  • Bring a windbreaker or sweater for sitting on the open-top deck, as passing Kiel Fjord can get breezy, especially near the water.
  • If you're arriving via cruise ship, use the stop at Ostseekai Terminal, just a 2-minute walk from where ships dock.
  • Hop off at Stop 6 for the Kiellinie promenade and enjoy fresh fish sandwiches from the local stalls near the waterfront.
  • Get off at the Old Botanical Garden and climb up to the observation point for scenic shots of the fjord.
  • These tours do not operate from November to March. Plan your trip accordingly.

Frequently asked questions about Hop-on Hop-off Kiel bus tours

What is the frequency of Hop-on Hop-off Kiel buses?

Hop-on Hop-off buses in Kiel usually arrive every 105 minutes. 

Are Hop-on Hop-off tours child-friendly?

Yes, kids can have a good time during Hop-on Hop-off tours, aided by multilingual audio guides, Free Wi-Fi, and open-top decks.

What languages are available for the audio guides?

English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Swedish, Danish, and Norwegian are the languages available for audio guides, with the addition of live German commentary as well.

Are the Hop-on Hop-off Kiel buses wheelchair-accessible?

Yes, Hop-on Hop-off buses in Kiel are wheelchair-friendly.

Are pets allowed on board

No, pets are not allowed onboard.

What are the operating hours for these tours?

The Hop-on Hop-off tours usually run from 10:45am to 4pm, but hours may vary by season or due to local events.