Shore Excursion: Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
No matter what cruise ship you arrive on, this is the perfect do-it-yourself shore excursion in Barcelona. This double-decker open-top bus tour can be met at the Port of Barcelona (Port Olímpic - stop 3), which is a 15-minute walk from the cruise terminals. A hop-on hop-off tour is the best way for cruise passengers to get around the city. Get a bird's-eye view of the cobbled medieval streets of Las Ramblas, discover the Port Olímpic beachfront promenade, see the famous F.C. Barcelona Football Stadium and much more.
You can hop on and off the tour as many times as you like aboard this sliding-roof double-decker bus. There are two tour routes, the Green Route and the Orange Route, and they are interconnected so you can easily hop between them to discover the best of Barcelona while your ship is in port. Your ticket is valid on BOTH routes.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that the itinerary is subject to change due to the events to be celebrated in the city (demonstrations, sport events, cultural events, official acts and public works).
Audio system adapted for people with auditory disabilities (multilingual looping system). Through this system, passengers will be able to listen to audio through your headphones without the need for wires. Seats that have this system are signaled and passengers who need the system to hear the audio will have priority.
Remember that pets are only allowed if they are transported in a basket suitably prepared.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration:2 hours
Operating Schedule:In winter (November–March), the service begins at 9:00 from various stops, and the last departure leaves at 18:00 from Plaça Catalunya. In summer (April–October), the service begins at 9:00 from various stops, and the last departure leaves at 19:00 from Plaça Catalunya.
Duration:2 hours 20 minutes
Operating Schedule:In winter (November–March), the service begins at 9:00 from various stops, and the last departure leaves at 18:00 from Pedrera. In summer (April–October), the service begins at 9:00 from various stops, and the last departure leaves at 19:00 from Pedrera.
This stop will be cancelled due to works and a alternative location
What‘s Included
Multilingual audio guide system.
All routes and stops with a single ticket.
Audio system adapted for people with auditory disabilities (multilingual looping system).
Air-conditioned double-decker open coaches.
Discounts booklet and Barcelona City Tour stops guide.
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
This excursion is not covered by our worry-free policy
Options
48-Hour Hop On Hop Off Ticket
Duration: 2 days: Please note that the ticket must be used on consecutive days.
24-Hour Hop On Hop Off Ticket
Duration: 1 day: Valid for 24-hour after redeem
Reviews
281 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great introduction to Barcelona
Kirk B,Mar 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Great introduction on Barcelona. We did both routes and it took about 5 hours. We didn't get off to see areas, as we've already visited the main attractions. One complaint...there are two companies that provide this service...make sure you're clear on where their stops are (generally the same areas), but it was confusing for us at first as we saw the red bus and thought that's where we should go. It would be nice to have clear descriptions on the exact location where each stop is located. Seems to me that with today's technology, that should be possible.
Not bad
Chloe S,Feb 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00Not bad but I rather to walk in this beautiful city, kind expensive for what you get. Anyway if you here for a day it is a good option to take a quick look
Fantastic attendants
Aldo R,Feb 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00I want to profusely thank the attendants on the two buses in Barcelona who reunited me with my phone after I dropped it on one bus and got off by the Soccer Stadium. The attendant on the following bus called the other, who found the phone. MY THANKS AGAIN TO YOU BOTH.
Excellent option to have a first panorama of Barcelona
Belladone,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent option to have a first panorama of Barcelona to decide where to further explore the tour. The two tours cover the town and allow you to appreciate the main sites, with very interesting multilingual comments.
Very good city information
Monica D,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The bus travels slowly, but the audio has a lot of information that makes travelling very entertaining. At some stops the bus would stop for a long time and that tires a little. On some buses the person who receives the tourist was not very friendly. We were able to do both tours of the city of Barcelona and managed to get a very good idea of the city and all its treasures. Some audios were not very connected von what was seen at the time, I think a little coordination is lacking.
Hop on for a great ride
D8528SBstevenw,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Everything worked and was on time. Good educational information. We rode both lines in two days. Give it a try and enjoy.
The bus
Inga P,Dec 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.003 hours on one line is too long. I wish this tour could go faster. We've been at the stops for too long.
Organized and LONG!
Kermo75,Dec 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Organized and LONG The stops are very well labeled. timely and the bus is clean and nice. Wee traveled early December. We didn't have any lines. The bus could become crowded very easily. The audio was a nice touch. The orange line was LONG. It takes 2 hours, it was almost too long to enjoy but the area you see is expansive. The green line was better. We'd probably had liked it better if we did hop off lol Plan for it to be "your day" if you want your money's worth.
It's Awesome
Cathie B,Dec 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was absolutely awesome! Loved having the flexibility. My family was too jet lagged to enjoy it properly but would definately book again!
A Great Way To See Barcelona!
SKIJAMMAN2,Oct 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We did this tour in one day. There are so many stops that we wanted to see but could not do it all in one day. If you get a chance to do this tour, try to do the 48hr pass as the stops take away from your day and there are just so many. The Wifi on board was great! I was emailing and texting friends back in the states what I was seeing after just seeing it! What a great way to see Barcelona!
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