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Corrinne

Australia

Oct, 2026

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Headout were amazing!! So quick and easy to use. Efficient and the experience was awesome. We used another provider and head out were far better so we will definitely be using them again and again and again.

Combo: Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Gardens by the Bay: Cloud Forest + Flower Dome + Supertree Observatory (Entry Before 4PM) Tickets

Mathew

United Kingdom

Oct, 2026

I have worked in Singapore for many years and the bus took me to places I had never considered. Very enjoyable. From Arab Street, Little India and the shopping districts the different bus routes linked up seamlessly with where we wanted to go

Big Bus: Singapore Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Michael

Australia

Sep, 2026

The open top deck was a great view, the commentary was insightful. The tour covered top sites to visit and waiting for a bus never seemed to long

Big Bus: Singapore Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Jasbeer

United Kingdom

Oct, 2026

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Combo: Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Universal Studios Singapore Tickets

Law

Jun, 2026

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Combo: Singapore Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Universal Studios Singapore Tickets

William

United States

Sep, 2026

Very enjoyable trip, well worth it. The guide was very entertaining and knowledgeable. I learned alot of interesting facts about Singapore. I would do it again!

Singapore Original DUCKtours

Tracy

United Kingdom

Sep, 2026

Really good fun and informative too! We saw Singapore from a different perspective and learnt about the history of the places too.

Singapore Original DUCKtours

Katrina

Australia

Oct, 2026

The knowledge of Omar and sights were amazing . He was very good and accommodating of all our needs and limited walking ability

Sentosa Heritage Bus Tour

Singapore hop-on hop-off tours: At a glance

Singapore hop-on hop-off bus tours let you explore the city without planning every journey by public transport. Ride open-top buses, hop off near major attractions, then reboard when ready. Choose 1-day or 2-day Big Bus passes, a 24-hour FunVee pass, or shorter fixed tours. See Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay, Chinatown, Little India and Clarke Quay, with commentary and selected night tour or attraction add-ons.

How it works: Choose a 1-day, 2-day or 24-hour pass and reboard at designated stops throughout its validity.
What's included: Open-top sightseeing, unlimited rides on selected passes and recorded commentary, with selected add-ons.
Flexibility: Big Bus offers more frequent city coverage, while FunVee runs slower City and Marina loops.
Operators: Choose Big Bus or FunVee for city sightseeing, or Albatross for Southern Islands by speedboat.

Who should opt for a hop-on hop-off tour in Singapore

Colorful traditional shophouse in Little India, Singapore with palm trees and vibrant architecture.

First-time visitors

Singapore Hop-on Hop-off bus tours give first-time visitors a quick overview of the city before they decide where to spend more time. Big Bus connects major areas including Marina Bay, Chinatown, Little India, Orchard Road and the Botanic Gardens.

DUCKtours boat on Marina Bay with Marina Bay Sands in Singapore.

Short-stay travelers

Have just a day for sightseeing? A 1-day pass lets you cover key areas such as Marina Bay, Gardens by the Bay and central Singapore without building a point-to-point public transport itinerary. Opt for 2 days if you want a slower pace.

Girl enjoying audio guide on open-top bus tour.

Families

A Hop-on Hop-off pass lets families break up sightseeing with attraction visits, meals and indoor stops. For a different family-friendly format, Singapore Original DUCKtours combines a city drive with a water segment in Marina Bay.

Visitors exploring Jurassic World exhibit at Cloud Forest, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore.

Travelers with a nighttime itinerary

Prefer a planned evening after a day of sightseeing? The Big Bus Night Tour combines Marina Barrage, Lau Pa Sat, Gardens by the Bay, Clarke Quay and Orchard Road in a fixed guided experience.

Travelers who prefer guided sightseeing

If you prefer commentary while you explore, Big Bus daytime tours offer recorded commentary in seven languages, while its Night Tour has a live English guide. DUCKtours offers live English or Mandarin commentary.

Hop-on hop-off operators in Singapore

Big Bus

FunVee

Albatross

Best for: First-time visitors who want frequent buses and broad city coverage
Routes & stops: 2 routes, 36 stops across the Red and Yellow Lines
Unique attractions: Fort Canning Park, Thian Hock Keng Temple, Raffles Hotel
Frequency: Every 25–40 minutes, depending on route
Ticket types: 1-day Discover; 2-day Essential or Explore
Timings: Yellow 9:30am–5:20pm; Red 9:40am–5:10pm
Vehicle: Open-top double-decker, air-conditioned lower deck
Add-ons: 3-hour guided Night Tour with Explore
Commentary: Pre-recorded audio guide in 7 languages
Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, complimentary headphones
Accessibility: Wheelchair and stroller accessible except upper decks; guide dogs welcome

Best for: Travelers who want a 24-hour pass with slower sightseeing loops and add-on options
Routes & stops: 2 routes, 36 stops across the City and Marina routes
Unique attractions: Botanic Gardens, Merlion Park, Marina Bay Sands
Frequency: Every 60 minutes on both routes
Ticket types: 24-hour Hop-on Hop-off pass; 2-hour sightseeing options
Timings: City 8:45am–4:45pm; Marina 9:55am–4:55pm
Vehicle: Open-top double-decker
Add-ons: Breakfast, Gardens by the Bay, Singapore Flyer, River Cruise, NightVee
Commentary: Audio guide in English and Chinese
Amenities: Open-top seating and onboard audio guide

Best for: Travelers who want a Hop-on Hop-off alternative covering Singapore’s Southern Islands by speedboat
Routes & stops: 1 speedboat route, 5 stops
Unique attractions: Lazarus Island, Kusu Island, Sisters’ Islands and Dragon’s Teeth Gate
Frequency: Hourly sailings
Ticket types: 1-day unlimited pass
Timings: 12pm–6pm
Vehicle: High-speed speedboat
Add-ons: $25 or $50 Albatross Island Restaurant Voucher; Singapore Oceanarium admission
Commentary: Audio commentary during the journey
Amenities: Life jackets; raincoats on request
Accessibility: Not wheelchair or stroller accessible

The ideal Hop-on Hop-off pass duration for your Singapore trip

Tourist exploring lush greenery in Singapore's Cloud Forest.

1-day/24-hour pass

Best for a short Singapore stay or a focused sightseeing day. Big Bus offers a 1-day Discover pass covering its City and Heritage Tours, while FunVee’s 24-hour pass covers its City and Marina routes. Choose this if you want to prioritize major sights such as Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Chinatown without spreading sightseeing across multiple days.

A kid with her parents enjoying the views from a Hop On Hop Off Bus in Singapore.

2-day pass

Better suited to a slower itinerary, giving you another day to hop off for attractions, neighborhoods, and meals instead of fitting everything into one sightseeing day. Big Bus offers 2-day Essential and Explore passes. Essential adds the Cityscape Panoramic Tour, while Explore also includes the Night Tour.

Tourists enjoying a city view from a hop on hop off bus.

Short fixed tours

If you only want a guided overview rather than unlimited reboarding, consider a shorter experience instead. Singapore Original DUCKtours offers a 60-minute land-and-water tour, while FunVee has 2-hour sightseeing options. These work well when you already have a packed itinerary and only want a dedicated city tour.

Top attractions covered by Singapore Hop-on Hop-off passes

Gardens by the Bay

A futuristic waterfront garden known for its towering Supertrees and climate-controlled conservatories. Visit the Flower Dome and Cloud Forest, or stay into the evening for the Garden Rhapsody light and sound show.

Operators that take you here: Big Bus, FunVee
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Marina Bay Sands

Singapore’s iconic integrated resort anchors the Marina Bay skyline with its distinctive rooftop SkyPark, observation deck, and waterfront architecture. It’s also a convenient starting point for exploring the surrounding bay.

Operators that take you here: Big Bus, FunVee
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Singapore Flyer

One of Singapore’s most recognizable landmarks, the Singapore Flyer gives you elevated views across Marina Bay and the city skyline from its large observation capsules.

Operators that take you here: Big Bus, FunVee
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Chinatown

Explore one of Singapore’s historic districts, where traditional shophouses, temples, street markets and food spots sit alongside the modern city. It’s a useful stop for combining sightseeing with local culture and dining.

Operators who take you here: Big Bus, FunVee
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Little India

A lively heritage district known for colorful shophouses, Indian temples, traditional businesses, and local eateries. The neighborhood offers a distinct cultural contrast to Singapore’s modern Marina Bay district.

Operators who take you here: Big Bus, FunVee
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Singapore Botanic Gardens

Singapore’s first UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Botanic Gardens combine landscaped gardens with tropical plant collections. The National Orchid Garden is a key highlight within the grounds.

Operators who take you here: Big Bus
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Clarke Quay

A riverside precinct lined with restaurants, bars and restored shophouses along the Singapore River. Visit during the day for riverfront views or return after sunset when the area takes on a livelier atmosphere.

Operators who take you here: Big Bus, FunVee
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How does a Singapore Hop-on Hop-off tour work?

Book your pass online

Choose a 1-day or 2-day Big Bus pass, or a 24-hour FunVee pass. Fixed 60-minute and 2-hour sightseeing tours are also available if you do not need reboarding.

Save your e-ticket

Big Bus uses digital tickets that you activate before boarding. Keep your ticket accessible on your phone and show it to the driver when you board.

Find your nearest stop

Big Bus lets you board at any designated stop, while its app shows nearby stops and real-time bus locations. FunVee also operates from designated stops across its City and Marina routes.

Hop on and choose your seat

Board an open-top double-decker and choose the upper deck for city views or the lower deck for shade. Big Bus offers complimentary headphones for its onboard commentary.

Listen to the commentary

Big Bus provides pre-recorded commentary in 7 languages across its main routes. FunVee offers an audio guide in English and Chinese through its City Tours app.

Hop off to explore

Get off near attractions such as Gardens by the Bay, Marina Bay Sands, or Chinatown. Explore at your own pace, then return to a designated stop when you're ready.

Reboard and continue

Reboard the next bus at a designated stop and continue sightseeing. Big Bus buses run every 25–40 minutes on the Yellow Line and every 25–35 minutes on the Red Line.

Plan your next route

Switch between Big Bus's City and Heritage routes to cover different parts of Singapore. Check the app or route information before your next hop-off to plan your connections.

Tips to make the most of your Singapore hop-on hop-off tour

Compare frequency before choosing: If you plan to hop off frequently, Big Bus’s shorter intervals can make attraction-hopping easier, while FunVee’s slower loops suit a more relaxed sightseeing pace.
Do a full loop first: If you’re new to Singapore, stay onboard for one complete loop before hopping off. You’ll get a sense of the city and can decide which areas deserve more time.
Plan timed attractions carefully: Leave enough time between bus departures when visiting attractions with fixed entry slots. Check the next scheduled bus before hopping off so you can plan your return.
Group nearby sights together: Pair attractions in the same area, such as Marina Bay Sands, the Singapore Flyer and Gardens by the Bay, to reduce unnecessary travel between stops.
Carry rain protection: Singapore’s tropical weather can change quickly, so bring a compact umbrella or light rain jacket. This is particularly useful when you plan to spend time on the open-top deck.
Book timed attractions ahead: Reserve popular attractions such as Gardens by the Bay and the Singapore Flyer in advance when possible, then build your Hop-on Hop-off stops around those entry times.
Avoid bulky luggage: Keep your belongings compact when sightseeing by bus. A small day bag with essentials such as water, sunscreen and a power bank is easier to manage when boarding and hopping off.

Frequently asked questions about hop-on hop-off tours in Singapore

How long are Singapore Hop-on Hop-off passes valid?

Big Bus offers 1-day and 2-day passes, while FunVee offers a 24-hour pass. Big Bus multi-day tickets must be used across consecutive days.

Which operator should I choose for a Singapore Hop-on Hop-off tour?

Big Bus offers more frequent services and two city routes, while FunVee combines City and Marina loops with themed add-ons. Albatross offers a separate Southern Islands speedboat experience.

Where can I board the Singapore Hop-on Hop-off bus?

Big Bus allows boarding at any designated stop, with Suntec City Tourist Hub as the official starting point. FunVee uses designated stops across its City and Marina routes.

How often do Singapore Hop-on Hop-off buses run?

Big Bus services generally run every 25–40 minutes depending on the route, with daytime services starting around 9:30am and ending around 5:20pm. Check the current timetable before your visit.

Are Singapore Hop-on Hop-off buses wheelchair accessible?

Big Bus operates some wheelchair-accessible vehicles with lifts, but you should contact the operator at least 48 hours before your tour. Upper decks may not be accessible to passengers with mobility impairments.

Are strollers allowed on Singapore Hop-on Hop-off buses?

Yes, Big Bus allows strollers and pushchairs, but they must be folded and stored on the lower deck. Children aged 2 and under may travel free, while ages 3–12 require child tickets.

Can I bring pets on a Singapore Hop-on Hop-off bus?

Big Bus does not allow pets onboard, except service animals. For FunVee and other operators, check the specific ticket conditions before travelling with an animal.

What happens if I miss my Hop-on Hop-off bus?

You can wait for the next scheduled bus and continue from the same designated stop. Big Bus also provides real-time bus tracking through its app to help you plan your next ride.

Are there restrooms on Singapore Hop-on Hop-off buses?

Restrooms are not listed as an onboard facility for the Big Bus service. Plan to use facilities while visiting attractions or before boarding for longer sightseeing stretches.

Does the Singapore Night Tour allow hop-on hop-off?

No. The Big Bus Night Tour is a separate fixed sightseeing experience rather than a hop-on hop-off service, so you stay with the tour for its scheduled itinerary.