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Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours in the USA: The 15 Best Passes

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The American version usually includes trolleys as well as double-deckers, and the passes run longer. These 15 compare stop counts, how often each loop comes round and what a one-day and three-day ticket cost.

Savannah Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour - Franklin Square and the Juliette Gordon Low district
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Savannah Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

1.Savannah Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,527 reviews · 2 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $44Our pick

Ride Savannah’s narrated Old Town Trolley loop, then hop off at key sights such as Forsyth Park, City Market, River Street, and the Cathedral Basilica. The full circuit takes about 1 hour 50 minutes, with trolleys planned every 20 minutes. Guides including Pops, Red, DA, Meagan, Sunny, and Richard add history and humor along the way.

“Drivers were very knowledgeable and entertaining. There is a great deal of flexibility with the ability to get on and off of the trolly's.”

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New York: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus - The Downtown Loop: Wall Street, Battery Park, and the West Side
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New York: Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

2.Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 5,863 reviews · 3 hours · from $44

Use Big Bus New York to get your bearings without driving or navigating subway transfers. Ride the Downtown and Uptown loops, listen to commentary in six languages, and hop off near the Empire State Building, Museum Mile, Battery Park, Wall Street, and the 9/11 Memorial. The app tracks buses in real time, while 48- and 72-hour tickets add digital walking tours.

“Good way to see the sights whilst having an audio commentary about what you are looking at”

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Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops - USS Constitution Museum and North Station
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Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

3.Boston Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with 13 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,576 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $52

Ride Boston’s heated, weather-protected trolley through the North End, Beacon Hill, Back Bay, and historic waterfront. Live conductors such as Rocky and Capt. E. Hambone add stories and humor. You can choose a one- or two-day pass, hop off near major sights, and transfer between the Green City and Orange Back Bay loops.

“The overall tour was informative and what was expected. The tour drivers had great humor and made the tour not only interesting but fun. However, the beginning of the tour was very confusing from the start. Found our way to the tour office. They did not explain appropriately about the different tour colors which only did some areas of Boston. Or that we would have to transfer at some point. Our understanding was that we would board one bus and stay on it for all 13 stops. Once we were on and did one loop and transfer, it was more clear. They break up the tour into geographic areas so…”

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New Orleans City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Basin Street and Canal Street connect old and new New Orleans
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New Orleans City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

4.New Orleans City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,943 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $51

See New Orleans from a double-decker bus with live English commentary and a one-day hop-on hop-off pass. The 90-minute route links Jackson Square, the French Market, Marigny, Tremé, the Garden District, museums, Magazine Street, Mardi Gras World, and the riverfront. Guides such as Logan, Steve, and Elroy are known for lively local stories.

“Logan and Gary made a great team as driver and tour guide. Got off and got on another bus and was not as much fun. Logan recommended a bunch of different places to go and things to try to where the other bus didn't.”

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Waikiki Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Honolulu - Blue Line: Diamond Head and the east-side views
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Waikiki Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Honolulu

5.Waikiki Trolley Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Honolulu

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,783 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $22

Ride Honolulu’s hop-on hop-off trolley for one, four, or seven days. Choose a single route or all five, then stop at Diamond Head, Waikiki, Chinatown, Iolani Palace, Ala Moana, and more. Drivers such as Sam, Oli, Duke, Tyler, and Tim add local stories and humor, though busy periods can mean long waits or standing-room-only rides.

“the only thing of real interest to me was the statue of King Kamehameha . I have always wanted to see this statute and was pleased i go to see it. the rest of the tour was okay but it was more looking at buildings as we drove by them. The driver was very informative and provided heaps of historical information.”

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Big Bus NYC: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus - Downtown route: skyscrapers, neighborhoods, and Lower Manhattan
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Big Bus NYC: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

6.Big Bus NYC: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 4,762 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $44

See Manhattan from an open-top double-decker bus, with Downtown and Uptown loops linking Times Square, Central Park, the Empire State Building, SoHo, Wall Street, and the World Trade Center. Choose 24, 48, or 72 hours, listen to recorded commentary, and hop off to explore. The 72-hour ticket adds Brooklyn tours and self-guided walks.

“Great way to see the city!! You could definitely use a second day to see everything at all the stops. Staff is great and buses come fairly quickly”

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Big Bus SF: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 Stops and Sunset Option - Ghirardelli Square and North Beach
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Big Bus SF: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 Stops and Sunset Option

7.Big Bus SF: Hop-on Hop-off Tour with 17 Stops and Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4,539 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $56

See San Francisco from an open-top double-decker bus on a 24 or 48-hour pass covering 17 stops, from Pier 39 and Chinatown to Golden Gate Park and the Golden Gate Bridge. Use the app to track buses, hear recorded English commentary, and add a sunset tour, Aquarium of the Bay, Chinatown walk, or wine tour.

“Great way to see the city areas. Bonus was driving across the Golen Gate bridge. Since busses were uncrowned, easily able to get on at various stops.”

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Waikiki Trolley Blue Line Coastline & Local Grindz Hop-on Hop-off - Halona Blowhole and the southeast coast
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Waikiki Trolley Blue Line Coastline & Local Grindz Hop-on Hop-off

8.Waikiki Trolley Blue Line Coastline & Local Grindz Hop-on Hop-off

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,159 reviews · 1 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $35Top rated

Ride an open-air trolley from Waikiki along Oahu’s southern coast, with a certified guide, Halona Blowhole, Kahala Mall, Sea Life Park, Rainbow Drive-In, and Leonard’s Bakery. Guides such as Chuck, Marco, Joey, and Keoki add local stories, but arrive early for a seat and confirm your food stops with the driver.

“Extremely scenic tour of the Honolulu coastline. Interesting info. about the Island by the driver. Excellent value for money.”

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Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus with 18 Stops - The Wharf, Tidal Basin, and the memorials
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Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus with 18 Stops

9.Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus with 18 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3,848 reviews · 1 hour 50 minutes (approx.) · from $49

Use a 1-, 2-, or 3-day Big Bus pass to reach Washington DC landmarks from the Washington Monument to Arlington Cemetery. Ride an open-top double-decker with recorded commentary, track buses in the app, and add audio walking tours of Arlington, the Tidal Basin, and Georgetown. Plan for weather and possible waits between buses.

“It was absolutely amazing. It made our trip to Washington DC memorable. There are many stops and all very important , the bus is very punctual and the audio tour is nice and complete.”

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St. Augustine Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour - The northern loop: Old Jail to the Fountain of Youth
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St. Augustine Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

10.St. Augustine Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,799 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $38

See St. Augustine by trolley with a 1-day or 2-day pass, live commentary, and 22 stops near landmarks such as Castillo de San Marcos, Flagler College, the Old Jail, and the Fountain of Youth. Drivers such as Kevin, Summer, and Davy Jones are known for lively storytelling. The pass also includes the St. Augustine History Museum.

“Kendall was our free shuttle drive who picked us up at our hotel to get to the starting point . She was very informative. We were taken to the starting point of the tour. Davy Jones was our Trolly tour guide. He was lively and humorous and kept us entertained with various anecdotes throughout the 22 stop ride. Tuba Tim was our free shuttle driver back to our hotel. He was personable and also gave us useful info about St. Augustine. We totally enjoyed the experience.”

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Big Bus Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-Top Bus - Finding the bus at the High Roller loading zone
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Big Bus Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

11.Big Bus Las Vegas: Sightseeing Night Tour by Open-Top Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,612 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $58

Ride through Downtown Las Vegas and the Strip after dark on a 2 to 3 hour open-top Big Bus tour. Choose the 8 PM adults-only option with a welcome drink, or the 10:15 PM late tour with a photo stop at the Las Vegas sign. The bus returns to the High Roller loading zone, and commentary is offered in English and Spanish.

“A great way to see all the highlights of Vegas and then some! Well worth your time if you are planning a trip.”

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San Francisco: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with 17 Stops - Starting at Jefferson Street and Fisherman’s Wharf
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San Francisco: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with 17 Stops

12.Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour with 17 Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,600 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $56

Use a 24 or 48-hour Big Bus pass to tour San Francisco by open-top double-decker, with stops near Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Alamo Square, Haight-Ashbury, Golden Gate Park, the bridge, and Lombard Street. Digital commentary comes in several languages, and selected tickets add a sunset ride, Aquarium of the Bay, Chinatown walk, or Napa Valley tour.

“I was a little confused at first but booked and was satisfied in the end. Coming from NY for a 5 day dream vacation of SF and Alcatraz this was a great first day introduction to the city.. especially being right outside of our hotel.. Zephyr. We were there first in line and got great seats and photos from the open top front and was even more surprised that we went over the Golden Gate.. I was not expecting that.. we got off on the other side, took a break, pictures and rode back to our starting place outside the hotel.. a little pricey at $120+ for two of us…”

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Miami: Hop-on Hop-off Open-top Bus Tour and Optional Cruise - Start at Bayside Marketplace and get your bearings
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Miami: Hop-on Hop-off Open-top Bus Tour and Optional Cruise

13.Hop-on Hop-off Open-top Bus Tour and Optional Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 3,077 reviews · from $45

Use a 48-hour Big Bus pass to see Miami’s key districts, from South Beach and Wynwood Walls to Little Havana and Downtown. Ride the open-top bus, add a 90-minute Millionaires Row cruise, and join the 90-minute night tour from Bayside Marketplace. Daytime commentary is recorded, while the night ride has a live guide.

“The tour was informative our favourite stop was little Havana, just loved it”

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1 or 2 Day HOP-ON & HOP-OFF Narrated Trolley Tour of Boston - Stop 1: Quincy Market and the waterfront
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1 or 2 Day HOP-ON & HOP-OFF Narrated Trolley Tour of Boston

14.1 or 2 Day HOP-ON & HOP-OFF Narrated Trolley Tour of Boston

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,849 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes (approx.) · from $48

This narrated Boston trolley tour links Quincy Market, the North End, Bunker Hill, Beacon Hill, Boston Common, and the Tea Party site. Choose a one-day or two-consecutive-day pass, listen to live guides such as Hugo, Jesse, or Joey, and use nine GPS walking tours in the app. The trolley loop is about 80 minutes, but check the boarding rules carefully.

“Difficult to find trolley pick up location at South station. Also, tickets only good for 1 complete circle.”

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Best of Nashville City Sightseeing Tour on Double Decker Bus - From Lower Broadway to Nashville’s music landmarks
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Best of Nashville City Sightseeing Tour on Double Decker Bus

15.Best of Nashville City Sightseeing Tour on Double Decker Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,601 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $34

Spend one hour touring Nashville from a Gray Line double-decker bus. Choose an open-air upper-deck seat or a sheltered place behind panoramic windows while a driver-guide points out the Ryman, Broadway, the Parthenon, Vanderbilt, Nissan Stadium, and more. Guides such as JT, Mike, and Jolene have led recent departures.

“The tour guide was knowledgeable plus hilarious! She kept our attention the whole time plus lots of laughs!”

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