What's Included
- 1 or 2-day unlimited hop-on-hop-off pass
- Access to Red, Purple & Green routes
- Audio guide in Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, French & German
- Free Wi-Fi
- Poncho/raincoat (during rainy season)
Embark on an enriching journey through Kyoto's heritage on our hop-on hop-off tour. With three routes and 14 stops dotted across the city, get up-close to the city's most famous spots. From Nijo Castle's 'Nightingale Floors' that chirp like birds to Heian Shrine's iconic torii gate, discover the city's secrets. Don't miss Kyoto Tower's observation deck for breathtaking city views!
Schedule
Red route
First bus: 9am from Kyoto Station
Last bus: 7pm from Kyoto Station
Frequency: Every 40 mins
Popular stops: Nijo-Jo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple
Purple route
First bus: 9:20am from Kyoto Station
Last bus: 5:09pm from Kyoto Station
Frequency: Every 40 mins
Popular stops: Daitoku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace
Green route
First bus: 12:15pm from Kyoto Station
Last bus: 6:01pm from Kyoto Station
Frequency: Every 2 hours
Popular stops: Ginkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto National Museum
Please click here for a 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.
Children under six years of age can travel for free if they are not occupying a separate seat.
Facilities: lockers, rooves, air conditioning/heating (depending on the season).