City Sightseeing Belfast Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Bookable Extras

Overview

Available languages

German

Chinese (Taiwan)

English

Italian

French

Spanish

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Experience the best of Belfast at your own pace with our 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour. With 19 convenient stops across the city, you’ll have the freedom to explore each of them in depth and take in all the must-see sights. Your ticket also works with City Tours Belfast, giving you access to the most frequent and flexible service available. Journey through the iconic Titanic Quarter—the birthplace of the RMS Titanic—and travel along the city’s famous peace lines and murals, where Belfast’s rich political history comes vividly to life. From the open-top deck, sit back and enjoy amazing panoramic views as you make your way between stops. With engaging audio commentary available in multiple languages, you’ll uncover the fascinating stories and history that make Belfast such a remarkable city. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a returning traveler, this tour is the ideal way to experience everything Belfast has to offer. Book your City Sightseeing ticket today!

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Winter Season (October - March): First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 3pm

Summer Season (April - September): First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure from Stop 1 at 4pm

Tour times are subject to change, please check locally. Tour duration: 90 minutes for a full loop. Frequency: every 20 - 30 minutes depending on the time of year

Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour

Vouchers are valid for 12 months from the date you select at check-out

The first stop along the route is located at Donegall Square West near City Hall. However, you can board the bus at any of the allocated tour stops along the route

Your ticket is also valid on City Tours Belfast service. Between City Tours Belfast and City Sightseeing Belfast a 20-minute service is offered. You may use either company's buses with these tickets

Giant's Causeway Day Tour (only if the 2-Day Bus + Giant's Causeway ticket is selected):

Meeting Point: 8:15am at City Hall, Donegall Square West

Departs at 8:45am. Returns at 6:30pm approximately

Itinerary: Giant's Causeway, Dunluce Castle, Carrick-a-Rede Rope Bridge (viewpoint), drive through Cushendall, Glenariff and Cushendun villages, Carnlough and Carrickfergus Castle

You have the option to enter and explore both Carrickfergus Castle and Dunluce Castle as an optional paid extra

Please note: the tour involves a lot of walking, and the surfaces are often uneven. Come dressed appropriately for the activity and season; we recommend you wear warm clothing and comfortable shoes

Multi-lingual commentary is only available on the City Sightseeing bus. The Giant's Causeway tour is in English only

When making the booking, please choose the date on which you would like to take the Giant's Causeway Day Tour. You can then take the 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour on any of the other days during your trip to Belfast

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Red Route

Duration:1 hour 30 minutes

Operating Schedule:First tour departs from Stop 1 at 10am, last tour departs from Stop 1 at 4pm, every 30 minutes. Please note times are subject to change.

Donegall Square West

SSE Arena - Odyssey

Titanic Quarter - Premier Inn

HMS Caroline - Titanic Dock

Titanic Belfast - Titanic Visitor Experience

St. George's Market

Great Victoria Street - Crown Bar, Europa Hotel, Grand Opera House

Dublin Road - Golden Mile, Etap Hotel

Shaftesbury Square, Lavery's Bar, Crescent Arts Centre

Queen's University - Ulster Museum, Botanic Gardens, Tropical Hot House

Eglantine Avenue - International Football Stadium, Lisburn Road Shopping

Culturlann McAdam O Fiaich - Art Gallery, Bookshop and Gifts

Falls Road - Falls Memorial Garden, Bobby Sands Mural

International Peace Wall - Peace Wall, St. Peter's Cathedral

Belfast Peace Wall - Sign The Famous Wall

Spectrum Centre - Shankill Road - Murals History

Remembrance Garden - Shankill Road

Crumlin Road Jail House

Donegall Street - Cathedral Quarter St. Patrick's, St. Anne's Cathedral

What‘s Included

Vouchers valid for 12 months from travel date selected at check-out

Giant's Causeway Day Tour (only if the 2-Day Bus + Giant's Causeway ticket is selected)

Audio guide in 6 languages + free headphones

2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour

Discounts for major attractions along the tour route

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop off

Food and drinks, unless specified

Options

2-Day Bus + Giant's Causeway

2 Day Hop On Hop Off Ticket

This ticket includes a 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour

Reviews

4.35

2,071 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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Well worth doing
334owenc,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great way to familiarise yourself with such a historic vibrant city .Our driver was very informed and amusing throughout. He kept us up to date with key facts while navigating some extremely narrow roads and busy roundabouts .Using the hop on hop off meant you can visit key locations like Crumlin jail or the Titanic experience knowing you can get back on another bus in less than thirty minutes and get back to various points on route
Fun informative and 🤔 nf
S20lmbar,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Virgin experiences was our booking option as we have vouchers.. ..too complicated but we got there in the end....the tour was hop on and off bus with the titanic experience ....brilliant day.....the bus was first half too museum was recorded commentary which was ok ..but when we got back on the tour guide Anne and driver tony was brilliant .she was so informative and funny too ade the journey very interesting and good atmosphere too be on the bus She has everyone's interest .. If U want too get of at next stop ring the bell or stamp Ur feet
Catherine was a great driver/guide.
JaneJ867,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brilliant driver/ guide Catherine. She had the right balance of serious and fun facts. A really good way to view the city and being able to hop on/off at attractions was great. Weather let us down with torrential rain but fortunately we were under cover on the top deck- a sensible choice in Belfast as pretty rainy. Used hop on hop off following day to visit more attractions and had taped commentary- interesting but not the same as having Catherine.
Hop on Hop Off Bus a Great way to get a feel of the city
NomadicCelt,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Booking on line was easy. Prompt service, at first we were directed to the next bus but it had no upstairs seating, so we transferred to the one, after. The Driver a Scotsman called Don interacted before leaving with those waiting, so we knew it would be a good tour. He had married an Ulster lass whom he met 41 yrs earlier. He was amusing, when appropriate and knowledgeable, unbiased when showing the areas relating to the troubles, and stories of segregated times. Most humbling experience was given a pen to write on the Peace Wall, (which not all drivers stop at), let alone supply pens to write on the wall. As I was born and lived in that area just before the outbreak of the troubles, I can recall pre troubled times, of total integration. For those unfamiliar with Belfast I would recommend the total loop (75 mins) before returning to hop on /off options. Good value for money. But remember you have all day so if the bus seems too crowded then wait for the next
Best Experience 💖
U4342MVsarahm,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Had Don taking us on our tour around Belfast. He was very informative, funny and welcoming. Has the best sense of humour and definitely well suited to the job. Thank you x
Hop on hop off bus city tour
normanbT446EW,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An informative and enjoyable tour with a live guide who made the trip very special. His name was Don and we thoroughly recommend this tour.
So good I did it twice!
Tracy F,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
So good I went around the whole loop twice! Some buses have the drivers doing the commentary (rather than a recording) and these ones are the best! A special shout out for Don who does a special surprise. Really helped me to understand the whole conflict a little better.
Great craic along the way!
Margaret M,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our driver Catherine was brill. She shared lots of interesting facts along the route and was full of craic! A very funny and lovely driver :-)
Good tour of Belfast
Hirsthead,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00
Good tour. Covered everything we wanted to visit. Bit cold on the bus so if not a good day make sure you wrap up.
Excellent views and stories of Belfast
M5047QUelizabethr,Apr 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had Emma as our tour guide and Tony as our driver, both were excellent. Emma had some really interesting stories to tell us on our way around the city. It’s a good hour and a half trip if you want to do the whole ride which I would recommend as you get to see every aspect of the city. Worth the money, especially for the two day ticket.