Sydney and Bondi Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour with Optional Cruise
Overview
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Experience the best of Sydney and Bondi Beach at your own pace on this flexible hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour. Travel aboard an open-top double-decker bus with panoramic views and recorded commentary as you visit 23 stops across the city, including the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Darling Harbour and the iconic Bondi Beach.
With a ticket valid for 24 or 48 hours, you can hop off to explore landmarks, shopping precincts and dining hotspots, then hop back on when you’re ready to continue. Discover Australia’s famous beach culture on the Bondi route and visit highlights such as Central Station, the Australian Museum and Centennial Parklands.
Upgrade your experience with a Captain Cook 1-day hop-on, hop-off harbour cruise to enjoy breath-taking views of Sydney’s skyline, hidden beaches and lush parklands from the water.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
When booking the 24 hour Pass, only the lead passenger name is required for a booking. At time of booking you only need to enter 1 adult to complete your booking
Children aged 2 and under travel free of charge
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule:Operational Hour between 9am - 5pm Frequency every 25-30 minutes Customers are advised to visit the Big Bus website or to download the Big Bus app to see the most up to date bus stop locations and timings. For live bus tracking on the day of travel - please download the Big Bus App in advance of arrival.
Stop 1: Phillip Street (Interchange) - Philip Street near Alfred Street (Outside the Justice and Police Museum)
Stop 2: Sydney Tower/Westfield Sydney - 60 Castlereagh Street
Stop 3: St Mary's Cathedral - Prince Albert Rd (Outside Hyde Park Barracks Museum)
Stop 4: Art Gallery of NSW
Stop 5: El Alamein Fountain - Macleay St (outside Oasis Emporium, opposite the fountain)
Stop 6: Woolloomooloo Bay - Cowper Wharf Rd (outside Woolloomooloo Hotel)
Stop 7: Australian Museum (Interchange) - William St (between Yurong and College Streets, Outside the Museum)
Stop 8: Central Station -Eddy Avenue (Exit) outside of Central Railway Station
Stop 9: Sydney Fish Market - 1A Bridge Road (Outside of Sydney Fish Markets and across the road from Wentworth Park)
Stop 10: ICC Sydney - Darling Drive (To the side of the Sofitel Hotel.)
Stop 11: Chinatown - Harbour Street (outside Chinese Gardens, opposite the Harbour Garden Towers)
Stop 12: King St Wharf - King Street between Shelley and Lime Streets (Next to the Sydney Sealife Aquarium)
Stop 13: Barangaroo -21 Hickson Road (At the 'Barangaroo Station' Bus Stop, next the 'M' Metro Train Station)
Stop 14: Sydney Harbour Bridge - Hickson Road (near Ives Steps Wharf & Pier 1 Hotel)
Stop 15: The Rocks/OPT-Hickson Road (Up the steps from Campbells Cove, across the road from 'Ribs & Burgers')
Duration:1 hour 20 minutes
Operating Schedule:Operational Hour between 9.30am - 4.45pm Frequency every 30-45 minutes Customers are advised to visit the Big Bus website or to download the Big Bus app to see the most up to date bus stop locations and timings. For live bus tracking on the day of travel - please download the Big Bus App in advance of arrival.
Stop 1: Phillip Street (Interchange)
Stop 16: Queen Victoria Building
Stop 17: The Intersection Paddington - Oxford St (near corner of Glenmore Road)
Stop 18: Centennial Park - Oxford St, between Jersey Road and Queen Street Paddington (next to The Light Brigade pub)
Stop 19: Bondi Beach - Campbell Parade (outside ‘Between the Flags’ shop near the corner of Roscoe St)
Stop 20: North Bondi Beach
Stop 21: Double Bay (next to the Commonwealth Bank)
Stop 22: Australian Museum (Interchange)
Stop 23: Hyde Park (St James Station)
What‘s Included
A 1-day Captain Cook Hop-on, Hop-off Harbour Explorer Pass (with selected option)
Free WiFi Onboard
Pre-recorded commentary in English, French, Spanish, German, Italian, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean
1.5-Hour Panoramic Night Tour (if option selected)
A 24- or 48-hour hop-on, hop-off bus ticket
Access to 2 routes covering 23 stops
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Options
48 Hour Bus, Cruise & Night
Duration: 2 days 2 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket. Harbour Explorer Pass: 1-day Captain Cook Hop-on, Hop-off Harbour Cruise. 1.5-hour Night Tour: 1.5-hour non-stop Night Tour.
24hr Hop-on, Hop-off Bus
Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use valid for 24 hours from time of first use. 2 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
48-hr Hop-on, Hop-off Bus
Duration: 2 days: Unlimited use valid for 48 hours from the time of first use. 2 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
Reviews
2,805 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Good experience
Keith A,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Enjoyable experience with friendly staff. We were a little unsure of where to hop on after getting off and walking around that area. We felt the second day allowance should allow off and on option as well where you still have a time allowance from the first day.
Always wanted to do this...
Darren C,May 8, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Always wanted to do this but never managed to find the time. Totally awesome trip travelled both directions around the CBD area and also out to bondi beach.
Wonderful experience!!
Kit M,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Awesome experience in Sydney! Started with Amalah (sp?) who assisted us at stop one of the red route, and provided valuable information on the blue route as well as the harbor cruise which we also booked. The entire experience was so worth it and our guide shared awesome history with us! We thought the city itself was fabulous and would love to return. The harbour tour is a great added enhancement, and one I suggest guests purchase.
Good Experience, Expect to Wait
Michael W,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Good experience getting a layout and some history of the city. Got off at a stop for lunch and took 1:30 for next bus. Drivers did a great job maneuvering the city. Buses were packed with many people having to wait for the next one.
Not worth the money - uncoordinated lines.
jayne r,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00The buses do not coordinate so when I got off the red line the blue had just gone and there was a 40 minute wait for the next leaving me without time to take the blue line and missing a significant part of the tour.
Great way to see the city.
Deborah L,Apr 27, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The bus is location is close to public transportation to the bus stops. Great way to tour the city of Sydney.
Good way to see Sydney if you're short on time
princessprycey,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00This appears to be the only hop-on hop-off service in Sydney. I purchased a 24 hour ticket from a nice chap in a booth on the harbour side. He told me where to go, the first red line bus leaves at ~9am and the blue line at ~0930. The team at stop 1a were helpful and split the lines accordingly and fairly. I went to Bondi first. I only disembarked at one stop as I was short of time. I rode back to stop 1a to get the red bus. The staff hold the blue buses to give those joining from red time to get on-board. The red route was nice but I had no huge desire to disembark, mostly due to time constraints. There were a few low hanging branches, and I was pooped on by a bird. The commentary was informative. I wish I had more time to explore. Not particularly cheap, it was ~£45 for 24 hours.
Great way to spend a day or two!
Brad D,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We love these buses and they’re always fun and easy to Hop On And Hop Off. You learn and enjoy a lot on the stops that you want to explore.👍😊👍
Sydney
Roving39936207962,Apr 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great way to get an overview of this incredible area!
Great way to get a lay of the land
Christina B,Apr 23, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is one of the best hop on, hop off bus situations I have had the pleasure of utilizing. The buses are clean. The narrators are clear, easy to hear. They cover a fabulous amount of space. The ease of getting in and out is great. Good locations to hop about. Will suggest and do again when I bring my family.
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