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Wander through cobblestone streets, colorful medieval buildings, cozy cafes, and shops in the historic heart of Stockholm.
Hop-on Hop-off Stockholm Bus Tours
Routes
TimelineMap
FREQUENCYEvery 1 hour
FIRST DEPARTURERoyal Palace
at 10:00 AM
LAST DEPARTURERoyal Palace
at 4:00 PM
TimelineMap
See Stockholm's highlights in 24 hours with flexible hop-on hop-off buses and an optional boat tour.
- Unlimited bus rides for 24 hours: Enjoy unlimited travel on hop-on hop-off buses or boats across central Stockholm, creating your own route and pace within the 24 hour validity.
- Drop-offs near top sights: Buses and boats stop near top sights such as the Royal Palace, Gamla Stan, Djurgarden museums, and waterfront viewpoints, so you are always a short walk from Stockholm's main attractions.
- Perks & amenities: Enjoy audio guides in 14 languages, free Wi-Fi on buses and boats, and the Sightseeing app with maps and live tracking to see where the next stop is.
- Options: Choose a 24 hour bus pass, a 24 hour boat pass, or a combined bus and boat pass, depending on how much time you want to spend on land or water.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Hop-on Hop-off Boat Tour
See Stockholm from the water with stops connecting the Royal Palace, central waterfront, Djurgarden, and Sodermalm. Cruise between major attractions including the Vasa Museum, Skeppsholmen, Grona Lund, ABBA The Museum, and Fotografiska.
Popular stops: Royal Palace · The Vasa Museum · Gröna Lund & ABBA The Museum · Museum of Photography
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Explore Stockholm by road with stops across the city's historic center, waterfront, shopping districts, and museum areas. Hop off near the Royal Opera, Old Town, City Hall, Vasa Museum, Skansen, ABBA The Museum, and other key sights.
Popular stops: Old Town · City Hall · The Vasa Museum · Skansen, Grona Lund & ABBA The Museum
Hop-on Hop-off Boat Tour - First cruise: 10:00am from Stop #1 (Royal Palace)
- Last cruise: 4:00pm from Stop #1 (Royal Palace)
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
- First bus: 10:00am from Stop #1 (The Royal Opera of Stockholm & Gustav Adolfs Torg)
- Last bus: 4:00pm from Stop #1 (The Royal Opera of Stockholm & Gustav Adolfs Torg)
- Frequency: Every 45 mins
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes for the complete loop
See Stockholm's highlights in 24 hours with flexible hop-on hop-off buses and an optional boat tour.
- Unlimited bus rides for 24 hours: Enjoy unlimited travel on hop-on hop-off buses or boats across central Stockholm, creating your own route and pace within the 24 hour validity.
- Drop-offs near top sights: Buses and boats stop near top sights such as the Royal Palace, Gamla Stan, Djurgarden museums, and waterfront viewpoints, so you are always a short walk from Stockholm's main attractions.
- Perks & amenities: Enjoy audio guides in 14 languages, free Wi-Fi on buses and boats, and the Sightseeing app with maps and live tracking to see where the next stop is.
- Options: Choose a 24 hour bus pass, a 24 hour boat pass, or a combined bus and boat pass, depending on how much time you want to spend on land or water.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Hop-on Hop-off Boat Tour
See Stockholm from the water with stops connecting the Royal Palace, central waterfront, Djurgarden, and Sodermalm. Cruise between major attractions including the Vasa Museum, Skeppsholmen, Grona Lund, ABBA The Museum, and Fotografiska.
Popular stops: Royal Palace · The Vasa Museum · Gröna Lund & ABBA The Museum · Museum of Photography
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
Explore Stockholm by road with stops across the city's historic center, waterfront, shopping districts, and museum areas. Hop off near the Royal Opera, Old Town, City Hall, Vasa Museum, Skansen, ABBA The Museum, and other key sights.
Popular stops: Old Town · City Hall · The Vasa Museum · Skansen, Grona Lund & ABBA The Museum
Hop-on Hop-off Boat Tour - First cruise: 10:00am from Stop #1 (Royal Palace)
- Last cruise: 4:00pm from Stop #1 (Royal Palace)
- Frequency: Every 60 mins
Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
- First bus: 10:00am from Stop #1 (The Royal Opera of Stockholm & Gustav Adolfs Torg)
- Last bus: 4:00pm from Stop #1 (The Royal Opera of Stockholm & Gustav Adolfs Torg)
- Frequency: Every 45 mins
- Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes for the complete loop
Inclusions
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour (as per option selected)
- Access to Red sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus [route](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/d756b8f26eb96a0ca7585ff7b17814bb-stockholm bus tour.png)
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off boat tour (as per option selected)
- Access to Red sightseeing hop-on hop-off boat cruise [route](https://cdn-imgix.headout.com/media/images/f5002eb4bf0d9e887be4cb23c8b6f69c-Stockholm map.png)
- Audio guide in Swedish, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Finnish, Russian, Chinese, Portuguese, Japanese, Hindi, Hebrew & Arabic (on the bus and boat)
- Free Wi-Fi (on the bus and boat)
- Sightseeing mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
Accessibility
- Bus accessibility: The hop-on hop-off buses are wheelchair and pram or stroller accessible.
- Boat accessibility: The hop-on hop-off boat is not wheelchair accessible; foldable wheelchairs are allowed with boarding assistance.
Additional information
- Pets: Small and medium-sized dogs are welcome on board the hop-on hop-off buses. They are welcome on the boat too, but you may be asked to move or change tours if someone has allergies.
- Cruise ships: Buses meet all cruise ships in Stockholm from 8am, including Frihamnen F634, F650, F658 and Stadsgarden S167.
- App usage: Use the RED Sightseeing app to find stops and track buses and boats in real time.
- Child tickets: A child ticket is required for ages 7 to 15; children under 7 can join for free with a paying adult.
- Onboard cafe: A small cafe on the boat sells Swedish fika and soft drinks at an extra cost.
- Winter operations: Cruise Berth S167, which is stop 6, is not operational during the winter season.
- Add-on details: Specific details related to the boat add-ons in your tickets will be shared in the ticket after booking.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Routes
TimelineMap
See Stockholm's iconic sights, hassle-free, with multi-language audio.
- Everything you get: Jump on a hop-on hop-off tour with a 24 or 72-hour pass, giving you unlimited access to gems like Royal Palace, ABBA The Museum, Vasa Museum and Gamla Stan on the Red Route. Dive deep into the city's stories with multilingual audio guides & stay connected with free Wi-Fi.
- Why choose this: Learn about Sweden's monarchy, gain insights about 17th-century naval warfare, and uncover ABBA's global impact on pop music as a cultural export.
See Stockholm's iconic sights, hassle-free, with multi-language audio.
- Everything you get: Jump on a hop-on hop-off tour with a 24 or 72-hour pass, giving you unlimited access to gems like Royal Palace, ABBA The Museum, Vasa Museum and Gamla Stan on the Red Route. Dive deep into the city's stories with multilingual audio guides & stay connected with free Wi-Fi.
- Why choose this: Learn about Sweden's monarchy, gain insights about 17th-century naval warfare, and uncover ABBA's global impact on pop music as a cultural export.
Inclusions
- 24/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
- Access to Red Route
- Free Wi-Fi
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Swedish, Finnish & Estonian
Exclusions
- Entry tickets to attractions
Red Route
This route covers major historical districts, prominent cultural institutions, and beautiful parklands. It offers convenient access to central entertainment hubs and waterfront areas, ensuring a broad overview of the city's diverse appeal.
Popular stops: Royal Palace, Vasa Museum, Djurgården
- The buses are wheelchair accessible. Each bus can only accommodate 1 wheelchair at a time.
- Please note that the buses are both red and green in color.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Itinerary
TOTAL DURATION24 hours
FREQUENCYhour
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
TimelineMap
1 Boarding point
Sights covered
Östermalm in Nybroplan
FREQUENCYEvery 1 hour
FIRST DEPARTURERoyal Palace
at 10:00 AM
LAST DEPARTURERoyal Palace
at 4:00 PM
TimelineMap
1 Boarding point
Sights covered
Royal Palace
Build your own 24 hour hop-on hop-off boat route around Stockholm's islands, with onboard audio stories in 14 languages.
- Starting point: Hop on or off at any stop along the boat route.
- Sights covered: Cruise between Stockholm's islands with views of the Royal Palace, Old Town quays, museums, and harbors along the shoreline.
- Everything you get: 24 hour hop-on hop-off boat access, audio guide in 14 languages, free Wi-Fi on board, mobile app with route map and boat tracking.
Build your own 24 hour hop-on hop-off boat route around Stockholm's islands, with onboard audio stories in 14 languages.
- Starting point: Hop on or off at any stop along the boat route.
- Sights covered: Cruise between Stockholm's islands with views of the Royal Palace, Old Town quays, museums, and harbors along the shoreline.
- Everything you get: 24 hour hop-on hop-off boat access, audio guide in 14 languages, free Wi-Fi on board, mobile app with route map and boat tracking.
Inclusions
- 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off boat cruise
- Access to Red Sightseeing hop-on hop-off boat cruise route
- Audio guide in 14 languages
- Free Wi-Fi
- Mobile app with map, live tracking
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
Boat Tour The tour offers a unique perspective of the city's 14 islands, cruising past historical landmarks, key museums, and green parklands. Popular stops: Royal Palace, Nybroplan, Fotografiska
Accessibility
- Wheelchair access: This experience is not accessible by wheelchair, but you may bring a foldable wheelchair if you can board with assistance.
- Seasonal stop closure: Cruise Berth S167 (stop 6) does not operate during the winter season.
Additional information
- Child policy: A paid child ticket is required for children aged 7 to 15 years.
- Free entry: Children below 7 years enjoy free entry when accompanied by a paying adult.
- Onboard cafe: There is a small cafe on board where you can buy Swedish fika and soft drinks at an extra cost.
- Pets: Small and medium-sized dogs are welcome on the boat.
- Allergies: If a guest on board has allergies, you may be asked to sit in a specific area or join a different departure.
- Mobile app: Use the Red Sightseeing app, available to download from the App Store, to find stops and track buses and boats in real time.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Why choose Hop-on Hop-off Stockholm bus tours
- Hassle-free sightseeing: Eliminate the stress of navigating public transport. With strategically located stops near top attractions, you'll spend more time exploring and less time commuting.
- Comprehensive coverage: From the Royal Palace to the Vasa Museum, cover the city’s most famous sites easily. Hop on and off as often as you'd like across 20+ stops to explore what interests you most.
- Explore by land and water: Cruise through Stockholm’s stunning waterways with an upgraded experience. See iconic sights like Djurgården and Skeppsholmen from a peaceful, scenic perspective.
- Flexible ticket options: Choose between 24 or 72-hour passes with seamless access to buses or upgrade to a bus + boat combo. Perfectly tailored to suit your trip duration and pace.
- Multilingual audio guides: Gain deeper insights into Sweden’s history, culture, and landmarks with onboard audio commentary available in 10+ languages, making it entertaining and educational!
Hop-on Hop-off buses are the perfect choice for
First-time visitors
Take a single day to get your bearings and see all the major landmarks. This is an ideal introduction to Stockholm’s layout, history, and must-see sights.
Families
Avoid stressful transfers and multiple bookings. With onboard entertainment, open views, and flexible stops, it's a fun, family-friendly way to explore the city.
Cruise ship passengers
Docked in Stockholm for a few hours? Hop-on hop-off tours stop close to cruise terminals, helping you make the most of your limited time in port.
Solo travelers
Hop-on Hop-off tours provide a dependable, easy, and customizable way to explore for solo travelers in any new city.
Budget-conscious folks
See more while spending less. Skip multiple transit fares or expensive tours and enjoy access to top attractions with one all-in-one pass.
Photography enthusiasts
Capture the city’s beauty from the top deck or aboard a scenic cruise. The freedom to hop off lets you explore the most photogenic spots at golden hour or during perfect weather moments.
Categories/Operators
City Sightseeing
RED Sightseeing
Ticket validity
24 & 72 hours
24 hours
Perks
Access to Red Route
Access to Red Route
Upgrades
NA
24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off boat tour
Audio guides
English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Russian, Swedish, Finnish & Estonian
Swedish, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Finnish, Russian, Chinese, Portuguese, Japanese, Hindi, Hebrew & Arabic (on the bus & boat)
Amenities
Free Wi-Fi
Free Wi-Fi (on the bus & boat), Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus & boat tracking
Routes and stops
1 route & 15 stops
1 route & 23 stops
Timings
10am-4pm
10am-6:25pm
24-hour ticket price
€26
€31
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, credit/debit card, or iDEAL.
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 Stockholm tour highlights
Gamla Stan (Old Town)
Frequently Asked Questions about Hop-on Hop-off Stockholm bus tours
What is the frequency of hop-on hop-off buses?
Subject to change based on traffic conditions, hop-on hop-off buses in Stockholm usually arrive every 30 minutes.
Do buses operate all year round?
Yes, buses in Stockholm usually operate all year round, with slight adjustments during the holidays or special events.
Are hop-on hop-off tours child-friendly?
Yes, hop-on hop-off tours in the city are child-friendly with multilingual audio guides and open-top decks.
What languages are available for the audio guides?
Swedish, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Finnish, Russian, Chinese, Portuguese, Japanese, Hindi, Hebrew & Arabic are the languages available for audio guides, but differ from operator to operator.
Are the hop-on hop-off buses wheelchair-accessible?
Yes, hop-on hop-off buses in Stockholm are wheelchair-friendly. This is applicable to boat tours as well.
What are the operating hours for these tours?
The hop-on hop-off tours usually run from 10am to 5pm, but hours may vary by season or operator.
Are pets allowed on the tour?
Small and medium-sized dogs are welcome onboard.
Do any hop-on hop-off buses stop at the cruise terminal?
As long as the ship is docked, RED Sightseeing’s hop-on hop-off buses meet the cruise ships upon arrival, starting from 8am.
Can children travel for free on the boat tour?
With RED Sightseeing, a child ticket is required for 7-15 year olds. Children below 7 can enjoy free entry when accompanied by a paying adult.
Will refreshments be provided during the boat tour?
There is a small cafe on deck to try Swedish ‘fika’ and soft drinks at an additional cost.