Hop-on Hop-off Munich Bus Tours

All top attractions covered
All top attractions covered
Regular schedules, unlimited rides
Regular schedules, unlimited rides
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Last-minute availability, instant confirmation
























CitySightseeing bus at Wiener Platz with historic buildings in the background.
Tourists boarding Citysightseeing bus at Schloss Nymphenburg stop in Munich.
CitySightseeing bus in front of Munich's neoclassical building.
Tourists on an open-top Citysightseeing Munich bus with Frauenkirche in view.
CitySightseeing bus in Munich near historic building.
CitySightseeing bus at Wiener Platz with historic buildings in the background.
Tourists boarding Citysightseeing bus at Schloss Nymphenburg stop in Munich.
CitySightseeing bus in front of Munich's neoclassical building.
Tourists on an open-top Citysightseeing Munich bus with Frauenkirche in view.
CitySightseeing bus in Munich near historic building.
CitySightseeing bus at Wiener Platz with historic buildings in the background.
Tourists boarding Citysightseeing bus at Schloss Nymphenburg stop in Munich.
CitySightseeing bus in front of Munich's neoclassical building.
Tourists on an open-top Citysightseeing Munich bus with Frauenkirche in view.
CitySightseeing bus in Munich near historic building.

City Sightseeing: Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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Extended validity
Flexible duration
Audio guide
Routes
TOTAL DURATION60 minutes
FREQUENCYEvery 15-30 mins
FIRST DEPARTUREHauptbahnhof at 10:00 AM
LAST DEPARTUREHauptbahnhof at 4:30 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Hauptbahnhof

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1 attraction

St. Michael’s Church

4 minutes walk

2. Odeonsplatz

Get direction
2 attractions

Odeonsplatz

1 minute walk

Munich Residenz

6 minutes walk

3. Marienplatz

Get direction
2 attractions

Marienplatz

6 minutes walk

Viktualienmarkt

5 minutes walk

4. Oper

Get direction
2 attractions

Max-Joseph-Platz

1 minute walk

Bavarian State Opera

1 minute walk

5. Haidhausen

Get direction
2 attractions

Haidhausen District

3 minutes walk

Gasteig Cultural Center

2 minutes walk

6. Deutsches Museum

Get direction
2 attractions

Deutsches Museum

2 minutes walk

Ludwigsbrücke

6 minutes walk

7. Stachus

Get direction
2 attractions

Karlsplatz (Stachus)

Karlstor (Karl’s Gate)

4 minutes walk
TOTAL DURATION60 minutes
FREQUENCYEvery 30-60 mins
FIRST DEPARTUREHauptbahnhof at 10:00 AM
LAST DEPARTUREHauptbahnhof at 4:00 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Hauptbahnhof

Get direction
1 attraction

St. Michael’s Church

4 minutes walk

2. Neuhausen

Get direction
2 attractions

Neuhausen District

2 minutes walk

Nymphenburg Canal

11 minutes walk

3. Nymphenburg

Get direction
2 attractions

Nymphenburg Palace

6 minutes walk

Botanical Garden Munich

7 minutes walk

4. Olympiapark

Get direction
2 attractions

Olympiapark

5 minutes walk

BMW Welt and Museum

3 minutes walk
TOTAL DURATION60 minutes
FREQUENCYEvery 2 hours
FIRST DEPARTUREHauptbahnhof at 10:30 AM
LAST DEPARTUREHauptbahnhof at 4:30 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Hauptbahnhof

Get direction
1 attraction

St. Michael’s Church

4 minutes walk

2. Odeonsplatz

Get direction
2 attractions

Odeonsplatz

1 minute walk

Munich Residenz

6 minutes walk

3. Englischer Garten

Get direction
2 attractions

Englischer Garten

10 minutes walk

Japanese Tea House (Japanisches Teehaus)

12 minutes walk

4. Leopoldstraße

Get direction
2 attractions

Siegestor (Victory Gate)

5 minutes walk

Leopoldstraße

7 minutes walk

5. Schwabing

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2 attractions

Schwabing District

15 minutes walk

Hohenzollernstraße

5 minutes walk

6. Pinakotheken

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1 attraction

Pinakotheken Museums

2 minutes walk

Cover more ground in Munich with 3 routes or take a single-loop tour for a quick city glimpse.

  • Unlimited bus rides for 24 hours: Explore Munich at your pace with unlimited Hop-on Hop-off travel for 24 hours, hopping on and off as often as you like across the city.
  • Drop-offs near top Munich sights: Ride along the Red, Purple, and Blue routes that link central squares, museums, and riverside areas, with stops close to many of Munich's must see landmarks.
  • Perks & amenities: Enjoy open-top double-decker buses with an audio guide in 8 languages, bringing Munich's history and culture to life.
  • Upgrades: Choose a 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off pass with access to the Red, Purple and Blue routes, or pick the non-stop round-trip city tour on the Red route.

Cover more ground in Munich with 3 routes or take a single-loop tour for a quick city glimpse.

  • Unlimited bus rides for 24 hours: Explore Munich at your pace with unlimited Hop-on Hop-off travel for 24 hours, hopping on and off as often as you like across the city.
  • Drop-offs near top Munich sights: Ride along the Red, Purple, and Blue routes that link central squares, museums, and riverside areas, with stops close to many of Munich's must see landmarks.
  • Perks & amenities: Enjoy open-top double-decker buses with an audio guide in 8 languages, bringing Munich's history and culture to life.
  • Upgrades: Choose a 48-hour Hop-on Hop-off pass with access to the Red, Purple and Blue routes, or pick the non-stop round-trip city tour on the Red route.

Inclusions

  • 24 or 48-hour unlimited Hop-on Hop-off bus tour (as per option selected)
  • Round-trip city bus tour (as per option selected)
  • Access to Red route
  • Access to Purple and Blue routes (as per option selected)
  • Audio guide in German, English, French, Italian, Japanese, Norwegian, Russian and Spanish

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Red Line: City Tour

  • First bus: 10am from Hauptbahnhof
  • Last bus: 4:30pm Hauptbahnhof (5pm during Summers)
  • Frequency: Every 15 to 30 mins
  • Popular Stops: Old Town, Odeonsplatz & Marienplatz

Purple Line: Nymphenburg-Olympia Tour

  • First bus: 10am from Hauptbahnhof
  • Last bus: 4pm from Hauptbahnhof (5pm during Summers)
  • Frequency: Every 30 mins
  • Popular Stops: Nymphenburg Palace & Olympic Park

Blue Line: Schwabing Tour

  • First bus: 10:30am from Hauptbahnhof
  • Last bus: 4:30pm from Hauptbahnhof
  • Frequency: Every 2 hours (every 1 hour during Summers)
  • Popular Stops: Promenadeplatz, Museum Brandhorst & Benedictine Abbey of Saint Boniface

Accessibility

  • Buses: The buses are wheelchair accessible.
  • Pets: Guide dogs and pets are welcome on board.

Additional information

  • Holiday timings: On Dec 24, the city tours take place until 2pm, and on Jan 1, the city tours start at 12pm.
  • 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.
Hop-On Hop-Off bus in front of Munich landmark on tour route.
Children enjoying the view from a Munich hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Munich hop-on hop-off bus at Odeonsplatz with Theatinerkirche in background.
Munich hop-on hop-off bus near Nymphenburg Palace with swans in the foreground.
Tourists enjoying the view on a Munich hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Tourists on Big Bus tour passing by Siegestor in Munich.
Tourists on a blue double-decker bus during Munich Hop-On Hop-Off tour.
Munich BMW Welt and BMW Tower seen from the street on a sunny day.
BMW headquarters and museum in Munich, view from above, part of Big Bus tour route.
Olympic Tower and park view on Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.
Hop-On Hop-Off bus in front of Munich landmark on tour route.
Children enjoying the view from a Munich hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Munich hop-on hop-off bus at Odeonsplatz with Theatinerkirche in background.
Munich hop-on hop-off bus near Nymphenburg Palace with swans in the foreground.
Tourists enjoying the view on a Munich hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Tourists on Big Bus tour passing by Siegestor in Munich.
Tourists on a blue double-decker bus during Munich Hop-On Hop-Off tour.
Munich BMW Welt and BMW Tower seen from the street on a sunny day.
BMW headquarters and museum in Munich, view from above, part of Big Bus tour route.
Olympic Tower and park view on Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.
Hop-On Hop-Off bus in front of Munich landmark on tour route.
Children enjoying the view from a Munich hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Munich hop-on hop-off bus at Odeonsplatz with Theatinerkirche in background.
Munich hop-on hop-off bus near Nymphenburg Palace with swans in the foreground.
Tourists enjoying the view on a Munich hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Tourists on Big Bus tour passing by Siegestor in Munich.
Tourists on a blue double-decker bus during Munich Hop-On Hop-Off tour.
Munich BMW Welt and BMW Tower seen from the street on a sunny day.
BMW headquarters and museum in Munich, view from above, part of Big Bus tour route.
Olympic Tower and park view on Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour.

Big Bus: Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

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€25.38

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Flexible duration
Audio guide
Routes
TOTAL DURATION60 minutes
FREQUENCYEvery 30 mins
FIRST DEPARTUREKarlsplatz / Stachus at 10:00 AM
LAST DEPARTUREKarlsplatz / Stachus at 4:30 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Karlsplatz / Stachus

Get direction
2 attractions

Karlsplatz (Stachus)

Karlstor (Karl’s Gate)

4 minutes walk

2. Galleries & Exhibitions (Pinakotheken)

Get direction
2 attractions

Kunstareal District

2 minutes walk

Alte Pinakothek

2 minutes walk

3. Odeonsplatz

Get direction
2 attractions

Odeonsplatz

1 minute walk

Munich Residenz

6 minutes walk

4. Eisbach / English Garden

Get direction
2 attractions

Eisbach Wave

English Garden

7 minutes walk

5. Deutsches Museum

Get direction
2 attractions

Deutsches Museum

2 minutes walk

Ludwigsbrücke

6 minutes walk

6. Marienplatz / Tal

Get direction
2 attractions

Marienplatz

7 minutes walk

Viktualienmarkt

6 minutes walk

7. Max-Joseph-Platz (Nationaltheater / Oper)

Get direction
2 attractions

Max-Joseph-Platz

1 minute walk

Bavarian State Opera

TOTAL DURATION70 minutes
FREQUENCYEvery 1 hour
FIRST DEPARTUREKarlsplatz / Stachus at 10:00 AM
LAST DEPARTUREKarlsplatz / Stachus at 4:00 PM
Timeline
Map

1. Karlsplatz / Stachus

Get direction
2 attractions

Karlsplatz (Stachus)

2 minutes walk

Karlstor

2 minutes walk

2. Nymphenburg Palace

Get direction
2 attractions

Nymphenburg Palace

4 minutes walk

Botanical Garden Munich

5 minutes walk

3. Olympiapark / BMW Welt & Museum

Get direction
2 attractions

Olympiapark

3 minutes walk

BMW Welt

4 minutes walk

4. Schwabing

Get direction
2 attractions

Schwabing District

15 minutes walk

Siegestor

  • Uncover Munich's key sights along 2 routes – perfect for short stays in the city.
  • Munich's historic buildings and beer culture are yours to explore on a 24/48-hour bus tour with the freedom to hop on and off as you please.
  • Board a bus once every 30 minutes at 11 convenient stops across two routes, getting dropped near Munich’s must-see landmarks in no time.
  • Upgrade to the Orange line for a peek at Munich’s hidden gems, from the peaceful English Garden to the futuristic BMW World & Museum.
  • Get comfortable on the open-top bus with a 9-language audio guide that brings Munich’s rich stories and quirky tales right to your ears.
  • Zoom through Munich’s hotspots, from the classic Alte Pinakothek to the Englischer Garten's surfable rivers, soaking up all the local flavor.
  • Uncover Munich's key sights along 2 routes – perfect for short stays in the city.
  • Munich's historic buildings and beer culture are yours to explore on a 24/48-hour bus tour with the freedom to hop on and off as you please.
  • Board a bus once every 30 minutes at 11 convenient stops across two routes, getting dropped near Munich’s must-see landmarks in no time.
  • Upgrade to the Orange line for a peek at Munich’s hidden gems, from the peaceful English Garden to the futuristic BMW World & Museum.
  • Get comfortable on the open-top bus with a 9-language audio guide that brings Munich’s rich stories and quirky tales right to your ears.
  • Zoom through Munich’s hotspots, from the classic Alte Pinakothek to the Englischer Garten's surfable rivers, soaking up all the local flavor.

Inclusions

  • 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Access to Green line
  • Access to Orange line (based on option selected)
  • Audio guide in English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Chinese & Japanese
  • Free earphones

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

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

Green Line

  • First bus: 10am from Karlsplatz / Stachus
  • Last bus: 4:30pm from Karlsplatz / Stachus
  • Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins
  • Popular stops: Odeonsplatz, English Garden & Deutsches Museum

Orange Line

  • First bus: 10am from Karlsplatz / Stachus
  • Last bus: 4pm from Karlsplatz / Stachus
  • Frequency: Approx. every 30 mins
  • Popular stops: Nymphenburg Palace, Schwabing & Olympiapark
  • The buses are wheelchair accessible.
  • Your guide dogs and pets are welcome onboard the bus.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Blue double-decker bus on Munich street for Hop-On/Hop-Off Express Tour.
Blue double-decker tour bus in front of Munich's historic building on Hop-On/Hop-Off Express Tour.
Open-top tour bus in front of Munich's Propylaea on a Hop-On/Hop-Off Express Tour.
New Town Hall at Marienplatz Square, Munich, with its iconic clock tower and ornate facade.
Munich skyline featuring Marienplatz town hall and Frauenkirche in the background.
Blue double-decker bus on Munich street for Hop-On/Hop-Off Express Tour.
Blue double-decker tour bus in front of Munich's historic building on Hop-On/Hop-Off Express Tour.
Open-top tour bus in front of Munich's Propylaea on a Hop-On/Hop-Off Express Tour.
New Town Hall at Marienplatz Square, Munich, with its iconic clock tower and ornate facade.
Munich skyline featuring Marienplatz town hall and Frauenkirche in the background.
Blue double-decker bus on Munich street for Hop-On/Hop-Off Express Tour.
Blue double-decker tour bus in front of Munich's historic building on Hop-On/Hop-Off Express Tour.
Open-top tour bus in front of Munich's Propylaea on a Hop-On/Hop-Off Express Tour.
New Town Hall at Marienplatz Square, Munich, with its iconic clock tower and ornate facade.
Munich skyline featuring Marienplatz town hall and Frauenkirche in the background.

Münchner Stadtrundfahrten: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Munich

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24 hr
Audio guide
  • Discover Munich with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off pass, giving you the liberty to dive into Munich's rich tapestry of culture, art, and extraordinary sights at your own pace.
  • With a well-timed frequency of about every 30 minutes, this tour ensures you never miss a beat while exploring Munich's 7 distinct stops.
  • Experience Munich's mesmerizing sights accompanied by live German commentary and an audio guide in 9 languages.
  • Stroll around the bustling Viktualienmarkt, Munich's daily food market, or marvel at the architectural wonder of Frauenkirche.
  • Discover Munich with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off pass, giving you the liberty to dive into Munich's rich tapestry of culture, art, and extraordinary sights at your own pace.
  • With a well-timed frequency of about every 30 minutes, this tour ensures you never miss a beat while exploring Munich's 7 distinct stops.
  • Experience Munich's mesmerizing sights accompanied by live German commentary and an audio guide in 9 languages.
  • Stroll around the bustling Viktualienmarkt, Munich's daily food market, or marvel at the architectural wonder of Frauenkirche.

Inclusions

  • Audio guide
  • Headphones
  • HOHO bus pass

Exclusions

  • Entrance fees to attractions

Green Line

  • First bus: 10am from Karlsplatz / Stachus
  • Last bus: : 5:50pm from Karlsplatz / Stachus
  • Frequency: Approx every 30 mins
  • Popular Stops: Galleries & Exhibitions, Eisbach / English Garden, and Deutsches Museum

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.

  • Tip: While at Marienplatz, watch the famous Glockenspiel chime and re-enact historical Bavarian events, a unique spectacle you shouldn't miss.
  • The audio guide is available in German, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Chinese and Japanese.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Allianz Arena exterior in Munich, part of the City Tour and FC Bayern Munich Soccer Arena Tour.
Allianz Arena illuminated at night in Munich, Germany.
FC Bayern Munich stadium seating area during city tour.
Golden trophy on display at FC Bayern's Allianz Arena, Munich.
Blue double-decker tour bus in Munich city center, promoting city and FC Bayern Munich Arena tours.
Blue double-decker tour bus in Munich near a modern art museum, part of city and FC Bayern Munich arena tour.
Double-decker bus in front of Munich's National Theatre on a city tour.
Allianz Arena exterior in Munich, part of the City Tour and FC Bayern Munich Soccer Arena Tour.
Allianz Arena illuminated at night in Munich, Germany.
FC Bayern Munich stadium seating area during city tour.
Golden trophy on display at FC Bayern's Allianz Arena, Munich.
Blue double-decker tour bus in Munich city center, promoting city and FC Bayern Munich Arena tours.
Blue double-decker tour bus in Munich near a modern art museum, part of city and FC Bayern Munich arena tour.
Double-decker bus in front of Munich's National Theatre on a city tour.
Allianz Arena exterior in Munich, part of the City Tour and FC Bayern Munich Soccer Arena Tour.
Allianz Arena illuminated at night in Munich, Germany.
FC Bayern Munich stadium seating area during city tour.
Golden trophy on display at FC Bayern's Allianz Arena, Munich.
Blue double-decker tour bus in Munich city center, promoting city and FC Bayern Munich Arena tours.
Blue double-decker tour bus in Munich near a modern art museum, part of city and FC Bayern Munich arena tour.
Double-decker bus in front of Munich's National Theatre on a city tour.

Munich: City Bus Tour & FC Bayern Allianz Arena Museum Guided Tour

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4 hr

See Munich by coach, then tour its football stadium and museum inside with an expert guide.

  • Everything you get: Start with a sightseeing bus tour of Munich, then enjoy a guided tour of Allianz Arena with a German and English-speaking expert guide. Get entry to the FC Bayern Munich Museum and round off your visit with access to the FC Bayern Munich Club Fan Shop.
  • Why choose this: Explore the architectural masterpiece of Allianz Arena, the 2006 FIFA World Cup venue, on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. Unveil its cutting-edge facilities highlighting club history and architecture through an exclusive narrative for anyone interested in the city's football culture.

See Munich by coach, then tour its football stadium and museum inside with an expert guide.

  • Everything you get: Start with a sightseeing bus tour of Munich, then enjoy a guided tour of Allianz Arena with a German and English-speaking expert guide. Get entry to the FC Bayern Munich Museum and round off your visit with access to the FC Bayern Munich Club Fan Shop.
  • Why choose this: Explore the architectural masterpiece of Allianz Arena, the 2006 FIFA World Cup venue, on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. Unveil its cutting-edge facilities highlighting club history and architecture through an exclusive narrative for anyone interested in the city's football culture.

Inclusions

  • Sightseeing bus tour of Munich
  • Entry to FC Bayern Munich Museum
  • Guided tour of Allianz Arena
  • Expert German and English-speaking guide
  • Access to FC Bayern Fan Shop
  • City tour by sightseeing doubledecker bus with live commentary in English or German
  • Guided tour of Allianz Arena
  • Free time at FC Bayern Museum and Fan Shop
  • Departure from Allianz Arena towards the city, passing by Olympiapark
  • End of tour at the departure point

Additional information

  • Food and drinks: Outside food and drinks are allowed on this tour.
  • Route map: Click here to view the landmarks you will encounter during your Munich city bus tour.
  • Match days: On match days, there is no visit to the Allianz Arena and the tour may be canceled at short notice.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Hop-on Hop-off tours: All you need to know

Munich is a city full of history, culture, and stunning landmarks, but navigating it efficiently, especially as a visitor, can be overwhelming. While public transport is reliable, hop-on hop-off tours offer a stress-free, flexible, and immersive way to explore Munich’s top attractions at your own pace. From the grand Nymphenburg Palace to the vibrant Marienplatz, the lush English Garden, and the historic Odeonsplatz, the sightseeing bus connects all these key sites.

Why choose Munich Hop-on Hop-off bus tours

Tourists on Big Bus Munich tour passing by Marienplatz and Neues Rathaus.
  • City travel made simple: A hop-on hop-off bus tour eliminates all logistics hassles by offering a direct, convenient route covering all major attractions. With multiple well-planned stops, you can avoid the complexity of local transport systems or dealing with multiple transport tickets. Its cost-saving benefits include a one-time ticket purchase for unlimited travel, no extra transport fees, and optional combo tickets, making it a budget-friendly choice as well.
  • Flexibility to explore: A hop-on hop-off tour lets you decide your own schedule. Hop off to explore an attraction in depth, hop back on when you're ready to move on, and choose between a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket to suit your travel plans.
  • Multiple routes covering key attractions: Hop-on Hop-off buses cater to different interests by offering multiple routes covering various aspects of Munich. The City Route covers central attractions like Marienplatz, the Palace Route takes you to grand sites like Nymphenburg Palace, and the Panoramic Route covers the English Garden - all routes designed to maximize your sightseeing experience.
  • Engaging multilingual audio guides: One of the biggest advantages of a hop-on hop-off tour is the included commentary, available in multiple languages. You get free access to insightful storytelling, historical facts, cultural insights, and fun trivia about Munich’s landmarks, history, and culture.

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

Tourists enjoying the Big Bus 24/48-Hour Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, passing by iconic Munich landmarks

First-time visitors

 If you're new to Munich, a hop-on hop-off bus provides a curated, easy-to-follow route covering all major landmarks, so you can explore stress-free.

Tourists enjoying the Big Bus 24/48-Hour Munich Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour, passing by iconic Munich landmarks

Families

Designed for groups of all sizes, these buses make it easy for families to travel together, with comfortable seating, on-board commentary, and plenty of stops near kid-friendly attractions.

Man with a backpack using phone while waiting for a bus in a city setting.

Solo travelers

A safe, efficient, and social way to explore Munich independently, allowing you to see the city at your own pace while meeting fellow travelers along the way.

Tourist on Citysightseeing Munich bus with view of historic buildings in Munich, Germany.

History buffs

Munich is packed with centuries of history, from medieval landmarks in the Old Town to sites like Nymphenburg Palace and Odeonsplatz.

Tourists enjoying beer

Beer & food lovers

Munich is famous for its beer gardens, traditional Bavarian cuisine, and, of course, the world-renowned Hofbräuhaus.

How to choose the best Hop-on Hop-off tour

Your choice of the best hop-on hop-off tour should be guided by your specific interests, schedule, and desired amenities.

  • Routes & Coverage: Big Bus operates two main routes, the Green Line which focuses on central landmarks in the City Center, while the Orange Line focuses on diverse neighborhoods beyond the area. City Sightseeing offers three distinct lines: the Red Line (City Tour), Blue Line (Schwabing Tour), and the Purple Line (Nymphenburg & Olympiapark Tour). 
  • Ticket options:  Big Bus’ Discover pass gives you access to the Green Line for 24 hours, while the Essential pass provides access to the Green & Orange lines for the same duration with only a small price difference. City Sightseeing’s 24-hour pass provides access to all its 3 routes, while both operators have 48-hour passes. City Sightseeing also offers a non-stop round-trip city bus tour.
  • Accessibility: Both City Sightseeing and Big Bus have pre-recorded commentary on the bus in 8 & 9 languages respectively like English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, and Japanese. Big Bus also offers free earphones.

Categories/Operators
Big Bus
City Sightseeing
Ticket types
24 & 48 hours
1-hour city tour, 24, & 48 hours
Perks
Access to Orange & Green Lines
Access to Red, Purple & Blue Routes
Amenities
Audio guide in 9 languages, Free earphones
Audio guide in 8 languages
Routes and stops
2 routes and 11 stops
3 routes and 15+ stops
Timings
10am-4:30pm
10am-4:30pm
24-hour ticket price
€24
€27

Finding the best Hop-on Hop-off pass duration

  • 24 hours: The 24-hour passes are ideal for those with limited time in the city, prefer a quick overview of the city or a fast-paced itinerary, as well as for budget-conscious tourists looking for an affordable way to see the main sights in one day. Between both operators, you can choose between 3 different 24-hour passes depending on the routes you're interested in exploring. City Sightseeing offers a non-stop city tour, taking you past Munich’s top attractions in a single loop.
  • 48 hours: Ideal for those who want to explore the city at a more relaxed pace, allowing them to spend extra time at key attractions, visit off-the-beaten-path locations, and enjoy Munich’s cultural and culinary scene without feeling rushed. You can choose between City Sightseeing and Big Bus’ 48-hour passes.

How to book tickets

Munich HOHO

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.

Munich HOHO

Step 2: Book your tickets

Purchase your Hop-on Hop-off tickets easily using PayPal, any card, or iDEAL.

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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.

Munich HOHO

Step 4: Download the operator’s app

Track the bus in real-time, plan your journey, and explore routes with an interactive map.

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Step 5: Hop-on & explore!

Head to any designated stop, redeem your mobile voucher at Stop Karlsplatz / Stachus (Big Bus), and start your adventure!

Tips to make the most of your Munich Hop-on Hop-off bus tour

  • Board the bus at Karlsplatz (Stachus), which is less crowded than other stops, but still central.
  • Time your Marienplatz stop around 11am for the Glockenspiel show (a large mechanical clock with life-size figures that re-enact historical scenes).
  • Keep aside at least 2 hours to fully explore the Nymphenburg Palace and its gardens.
  • Combine stops for efficient sightseeing: Marienplatz & Viktualienmarkt, Odeonsplatz & Residenz Munich, and English Garden & Haus der Kunst.
  • Carry a light jacket or scarf, as the wind can be strong on the upper deck.

Frequently Asked Questions about Munich Hop-on Hop-off bus tours

How long is the full circuit of the Munich hop-on hop-off bus tour?

Most buses take about 60-80 minutes to complete a full, non-stop loop. They usually depart every 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the route.

Are the hop-on hop-off buses wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the buses are wheelchair accessible.

What languages are the audio guides available in?

Audio guides are mostly available in English, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, Chinese, and Japanese.

Are there any discounts available?

Yes, opt for a Munich City Pass that allows you to save over 50% and provides access to 45+ attractions, covers public transport, and includes hop-on hop-off tours.

Are dogs allowed on the bus?

Yes, dogs are allowed on-board.