Sydney
Sydney’s sights sprawl, so this list lines up the bus tours that cover the most ground in a day, from hop-on hop-off loops to guided drives. Most tickets run 24 or 48 hours and include a separate Bondi route, so plan two days if you can.
Discover Sydney’s highlights with this hop-on hop-off tour, featuring iconic sights, a ferry cruise, and flexible exploring options for a memorable visit.
Most Popular★ 4.4“, it would be better if they said what stop you were at when you were coming up to the stop rather than when it left the stopnice journey in both routes”
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2,697 reviews1 - 2 daysFrom $51by Big Bus Sydney
Discover the beauty of Sydney and Bondi with Big Bus! Hop on and off at iconic landmarks, beaches, and attractions. Don't miss this unforgettable adventure!
★ 4.0“We enjoy taking a on and off bus tour when we visit a city. We took both the red and blue line. We had seen a lot of Sydney before the tour but the tour showed us parts of Sydney we had not seen. A…”
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2,690 reviewsFrom $52.36by Big Bus Tours
Embark on the 'Sydney: Hop-On Hop-Off Harbour Cruise With Commentary' for an oceanic odyssey unlike any other, offering a thrilling blend of exploration and insight.
★ 4.4“Good price and a great way to see the harbor and surrounding areas from a totally different perspective. Enjoyed getting off at some of the locations and being able to get back in easily”
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258 reviews1 - 2 daysFrom $31by Captain Cook Cruises
Discover the best way to explore Sydney Harbour with our Hop-on Hop-off Cruise. Experience iconic landmarks and breathtaking views. Don't miss out, click now.
★ 4.0“There very few stops, for me the only worth going to was the zoo. You do get to see the beautiful downtown area as you're traveling on the boats.”
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255 reviewsFrom $31.56by Captain Cook Cruises
Experience the best of Sydney with a scenic harbour cruise and a visit to Taronga Zoo. Don't miss out on this unforgettable adventure!
★ 4.5“Great value, very nice zoo and boat ride. Great views also. Taronga was very clean and we really enjoyed it”
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66 reviewsFrom $61.68by Captain Cook Cruises
Experience Sydney at night on a 90-minute guided bus tour. See iconic landmarks illuminated, enjoy live commentary, and get on/off at multiple stops.
★ 4.5“An excellent opportunity to see the city at sunset. It was especially nice because the city was setting up for old years eve the next day. I fortunately this meant the bus couldn't go to all the stops. Both the driver and the tour guide…”
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59 reviewsFrom $45.19by Big Bus Tours
Experience Sydney's illuminated landmarks on a 1.5-hour open-top bus tour, crossing Harbour Bridge for stunning views and fascinating stories.
★ 4.4“Given the significance placed on the iconic Opera House, it was sad that the Conservatorium of Music on the route was not given any mention at all. Considering this is the very place where prospective Opera singers train. I saw lots of passengers taking photos…”
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57 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $44by Big Bus Sydney
Discover the Blue Mountains and Sydney with a comprehensive day tour, combining scenic views, wildlife encounters, and a flexible hop-on, hop-off bus experience for an affordable price.
★ 5.0“Tom & Tom were amazing! It’s my first time in Australia, and thanks to this tour I got to fully enjoy the country’s incredible nature. I’d love to join another tour next time too! Thank you so much!”
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16 reviewsFrom $170.11by Brighton Tours
Discover the Blue Mountains with this guided day tour from Sydney, plus enjoy a flexible hop-on, hop-off bus experience exploring iconic landmarks at your pace.
★ 4.1“Our Driver and Guide, Said did a great job in ensuring we were able to see and participate in all key activities.”
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11 reviews10 hoursFrom $169by Big Bus Sydney
Discover the stunning Blue Mountains and Sydney with this full-day combo tour featuring Scenic World rides and a flexible 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus pass for urban exploration.
★ 4.6“This tour was everything and more then I expected. Our tour guide Steve was informative and funny at the same time. I would recommend this tour as it was perfect.”
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7 reviews10 hoursFrom $173by Brighton Coach & Tours - Grayline Sydney
Discover the best of Sydney with a Hop-on-Hop-off Cruise and experience the thrill of whale watching. Don't miss out, click now!
★ 4.0“A observação das baleias foi super ultra mega legal, indico bem. Mas o hop on hop off foi bem dinheiro mal investido. Mas pelas baleias valeu a pena.”
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2 reviewsFrom $89.66by Captain Cook Cruises
Discover the Blue Mountains and Sydney’s iconic sights with this combined tour featuring a full-day adventure in the Blue Mountains and a 24-hour hop-on, hop-off bus pass.
★ 3.0“This was our first time taking the Sydney Bus Tour, and it was far from what we expected. The driver was incredibly rude and unprofessional. While we were showing our tickets, he rudely asked us to step aside and started checking tickets foRead more”
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2 reviewsFrom $171.42by Big Bus Tours
Discover Hunter Valley’s best wines, chocolates, and cheeses on this full-day tour combined with Sydney’s hop-on-hop-off bus for a flexible, flavorful experience.
★ 5.02 reviews12 hoursFrom $190by Brighton Coach & Tours - Grayline Sydney
Discover Sydney in 4 days with this combo tour featuring private transfers, hop-on hop-off buses, and a flexible city pass to explore top attractions.
★ 4.41 dayFrom $266by Extragreen Holidays
Discover Sydney with this flexible hop-on hop-off bus and harbour cruise combo, offering stunning views, insider tips, and convenient access to top sights.
From $204by iVenture Australia
Sydney runs on its harbour, and I've spent years finding the best ways onto, over and around it.