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Berlin, Germany

Big Bus Berlin Hop On, Hop Off Bus Tour

4.7
24 / 48 Hours
from£25.88 p.p.£30.45 p.p.15% OFF

Overview

Germany's capital city is Berlin. It serves as the hub for politics, the media, culture, and science in the nation. This old city is made even more beautiful by the unique blend of modern and traditional buildings. The greatest and most dependable method of touring is via Hop on Hop off bus tours, which are offered by Germany's largest cities. Enjoy a comfortable ride on one of our double-decker open-top buses as you experience Berlin's rich and diverse culture. You won't have to lose out on amazing vistas and photo opportunities while travelling thanks to our top-deck seats. Don't let the opportunity slip to make priceless memories! Start your journey by reserving your tour right now!

Highlights

  • Flexible Open-Air Sightseeing: You can board and deboard from the Bus Tour at any specified stop along the itinerary. You may spend as much time as you wish at each location and explore the attractions at your own speed thanks to this freedom.
  • Relaxing Experience: Sit back and unwind as you move through Berlin on our open roof bus.
  • Audio Commentary:Buses are equipped with audio commentary available in multiple languages, providing insights into the history, culture, and significance of the sites you pass.

Itinerary

With the Hop on Hop Off Berlin Bus Tour, take in the breathtaking scenery and famous sites of Berlin. This well-planned tour brings you to some of the most significant locations, like the famous Brandenburg Gate and the Cold War icon Checkpoint Charlie. You will discover previously unheard tales and insights about Berlin's culture through audio commentary.

Germany's capital, Berlin, is home to many natural beauties and breathtaking locations that you should photograph with your camera to add even more special moments to your trip. You can easily get on and off at every stop, so you can visit the locations at your own time. You are free to pause the tour whenever you'd like to see sights and resume the journey whenever you'd like. We currently provide three distinct ticket options:

Discover Ticket:
With the Discover Ticket, you can take in Berlin's breathtaking scenery and the greatest views of its well-known attractions. With 20 major sites of interest spread around the city, you can experience its lively atmosphere, lovely parks, diverse culture, and breathtaking vistas from the open-top bus. You can make your own plan to see the city and get on and off at your own speed.

Essential Ticket:
With the Essential Ticket, you may take in the stunning vistas of 20 must-see locations in Berlin as well as several attractions. With a 90-minute walking tour, you can fully immerse yourself in the city's fascinating past, from the Third Reich to the Cold War and the fall of the Berlin Wall. You can also enjoy Berlin's street culinary sensation, Currywurst, which sells almost a billion pig sausages and ketchup annually. You ought to give this a try when you're in Berlin.

Explore Ticket:
With the Explore Ticket, you may take in the breathtaking scenery of monuments and sights while exploring the lovely capital city. Since the stops are close to the sites of interest, you can take your time exploring them. From the double-decker open-top bus, take in the dynamic atmosphere, breathtaking parks, and rich cultural heritage while taking in the varied architecture. You can design your own schedule and take in the city however you see fit.

Red Route:
Take an open-top bus journey across Berlin and kick back while you listen to the eight-language audio commentary. With its 17 stops, the Red Route lets you explore monuments and activities at your own speed. From the Brandenburg Gate to Gendarmenmarkt, take in the stunning views, dynamic culture, rich history, and varied architecture.

Blue Route:
Take the Hop-on Hop-off bus trip to discover East Berlin and learn about its distinct history from a recorded commentary accessible in many languages. Visit the East Side Gallery, which is the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall and features artwork by over 100 artists from 20 different nations. You have four stops on the Blue Route to choose from, so you can take your time seeing the sites.

Walking Tour:
Take a 90-minute walking tour led by knowledgeable tour guides to fully immerse yourself in Berlin's rich history, which spans from the Third Reich to the Cold War and the fall of the Berlin Wall. Discover fascinating history at places like the Holocaust Memorial and the location of Hitler's bunker as you go from the Brandenburg Gate to Checkpoint Charlie.

Evening Tour:
Take a hop-on, hop-off sightseeing nighttime tour of Berlin to visit the city's well-known sites, including Museum Island, the Brandenburg Gate, and the Berlin Wall Memorial, as well as the vibrant Kreuzberg and Prenzlauer Berg neighbourhoods. The knowledgeable guide, who expertly blends history and culture, provides insider information and highlights the significance of each location. After an engaging 75-minute guided tour, head back to Alexanderplatz.

River Cruise:
For a unique viewpoint on Berlin, consider upgrading your ticket to include a one-hour river cruise along the Spree River through the heart of the city. Admire the breathtaking vistas of the Nikolai Quarter, Museum Island, Reichstag, and Berlin Cathedral.

Popular stops often include:

Brandenburg Gate: One of Berlin’s most iconic landmarks.

Berlin Wall Memorial: A poignant reminder of the city’s divided past.

Checkpoint Charlie: The famous crossing point between East and West Berlin during the Cold War.

Museum Island: Home to five world-renowned museums.

Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom): A stunning historical cathedral with a magnificent dome.

Potsdamer Platz: A bustling square with modern architecture and shopping.

Alexanderplatz: A central square known for the TV Tower (Fernsehturm).

East Side Gallery: A section of the Berlin Wall covered in murals.

Gropiusbau: Gropius Bau is one of Berlin's most significant and renowned exhibition spaces, hosting a variety of contemporary art exhibitions, cultural events, and historical retrospectives.

Inclusions

  • 24 & 48-Hour Berlin Hop-On, Hop-Off Ticket (Based on option selected)
  • Access to Red and Blue Routes
  • Audio Guide in Different Languages
  • 75-Minute Evening Bus Tour (With Explore Ticket)
  • Souvenier Bag (With Explore Ticket)
  • Guided Walking Tour (With Essential & Explore Ticket)
  • Digital Walking Tour (With Essential & Explore Ticket)
  • Free Original Berlin Currywurst (With Essential & Explore Ticket)

Red Route:

  • First Bus: 09:35am, Last Bus: 05:11pm
  • Full Loop: 2 hours
  • Frequency: Every 20-30 minutes
  • Departure: Alexanderplatz, Alexanderstraße 3-5, 10178 Berlin (Opposite Park Inn Hotel)

Blue Route:

  • First Bus: 10:15am, Last Bus: 04:15pm
  • Full Loop: 40 minutes
  • Frequency: Every 60 minutes
  • Departure: Alexanderplatz, Alexanderstraße 3-5, 10178 Berlin (Opposite Park Inn Hotel)

Live Guided Evening Tour:

  • Start Time: 6:00pm (please arrive 20 minutes prior to the start time)
  • Duration: 75 Minutes 
  • Start Point: Stop 1, Alexanderplatz, Alexanderstraße 3-5
Guided Berlin History Walking Tour:
  • Start Time: German: 11:30am daily | English: 2:00pm daily
  • Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes 
  • Start Point: Stop #4 (Brandenburg Gate) in front of Hopfingerbräu

  • Any designated bus stop is where you can get on the bus. At our bus stops, provide the staff member with your printed or mobile ticket, and they will give you a receipt that you may use to board the Big Bus.
  • Throughout the time that your ticket is valid, this receipt is required.
  • When the bus is being boarded, a Big Bus Tours employee will verify the code on the ticket.
  • The company or bus operator will not provide a refund if a voucher or ticket is misplaced.

Voucher Validity:

  • Remember that your vouchers will remain valid for the 6 months from the date of purchase.

Important Info:

  • There may be disruptions due to weather, traffic, and events. Refunds due to weather will not be issued unless the service is suspended due to weather.
  • Infants will continue to travel free of charge and without a ticket while placed on the lap of a paying adult (up to two infants per adult). If the infant needs a separate individual seat, a kid category ticket must be ordered.
  • Multiday tickets may only be used on consecutive days.
  • Complimentary ear phones are provided, or you may use your own wired earbuds with a jack plug.
  • Mobile App: Download "Big Bus Tours" mobile app to find the nearest bus stops, interactive route map, daily operational updates and city monuments.
  • Road closures and heavy traffic can result in delays, reduced trips, and route modifications. We'll make every effort to deliver a seamless and regular service! Under these circumstances, there will be no refund.
  • Evening Tour: Seats are allocated on a first-come first-served basis, we highly recommend customers to arrive to the meeting point at least 10 minutes before the tour departure.
  • Instructions for the Walking Tour: Please present your booking confirmation/ticket receipt to the tour guide.
  • Instructions for the River Cruise: Please show your Big Bus ticket or confirmation to a BWSG employee before boarding.
  • Vouchers for a Free Currywurst are redeemable at Curry Wolf - head to their location at Rankestrasse 36 (by Stop #10: Ku'Damm) or Unter den Linden 77 (by Stop #4: Brandenburg Gate)
  • To redeem a Free Souvenir Bag including with the Explore Ticket only, simply visit these MUDDASTADT store locations with your ticket: Berlin TV Tower (Panoramastrasse 1), Stop #1 (Alexanderplatz) & Unter den Linden 80, Stop #4 (Brandenburg Gate).

Free Vox Digital Walking Tours (With Essential & Explore Ticket)

  • This ticket includes a code for a free walking tour download from the Vox POPGuide App.
  • Your download code will be supplied on the printed ticket receipt you get when you redeem your ticket with our on-street staff.
  • Simply download the POPGuide app, activate the code on your ticket receipt, and enjoy your chosen walking tour!

You can activate your ticket in one of two ways:

  • Download the Big Bus app and use your Big Bus Booking Confirmation Number on this voucher to add your booking and activate your ticket when you are ready to travel. You can then board the bus at any Big Bus stop on the route.
  • Present your printed or mobile voucher with a Big Bus team member at any stop on the route during operating hours. A recommended boarding point is Big Bus Stop 1 located at Alexanderstraße 3-5, 10178 Berlin (Opposite Park Inn Hotel). Both the red and blue routes depart from this stop.
  • If your ticket includes a free currywurst and/or a free souvenir bag. Simply show your booking to a Big Bus staff member at any stop to receive printed vouchers, which you can then use to collect both your currywurst and your souvenir bag.
  • If your ticket includes the Boat Tour, it departs from the Alte Börse (Burgstraße 28, 10178 Berlin), near Stop 2: Museum Island. To board, you’ll need a paper ticket. Simply show your booking to a Big Bus staff member at any stop to receive a printed voucher, which you can then use to join the tour. 

  • To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time. If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
  • Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time.
  • You must contact us through email. The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.

  • There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
  • Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
  • The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.

Customer Reviews

4.6

based on 1590 reviews

Rating Distribution

5 stars
1172
4 stars
255
3 stars
100
2 stars
58
1 stars
5

"Great for those who prefer a relaxed pace. We could explore attractions at our own speed and hop back on easily. Clean buses and friendly drivers added to comfort."

"Perfect for families with kids. Safe, convenient, and fun way to see the city. Children enjoyed the scenic ride while adults appreciated the informative commentary and easy access to attractions."

"Covered all major landmarks efficiently. Routes were well designed, and we didn’t miss any important attractions. Ideal for maximizing sightseeing within limited time during our short city visit."

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Get quick answers to common questions about our tours and booking process.

After completing your online purchase, you will receive a voucher by e-mail. You can present this voucher either printed or on your smartphone when boarding. The driver will exchange your voucher for the official ticket, which you must keep for the entire period of validity. Once the voucher is exchanged, it is no longer valid for future use.
Hop on hop off Tours: most of the buses have access ramps, but there are still some that don't
Yes, you can bring small pets on all our vehicles (panoramic buses, trams and boat), as long as they are transported inside appropriate pet carriers and do not occupy a seat. On tours operated with closed buses, only guide dogs are allowed, and they do not need a carrier.
Yes, it is possible as long as it is accommodated in a place that does not block the passage of other passengers.
After completing your online purchase, you will receive a voucher by e-mail. You can present this voucher either printed or on your smartphone when boarding. The driver will exchange your voucher for the official ticket, which you must keep for the entire period of validity.
Yes, you can bring small pets on all our vehicles (panoramic buses, trams and boat), as long as they are transported inside appropriate pet carriers and do not occupy a seat. On tours operated with closed buses, only guide dogs are allowed, and they do not need a carrier.
fter completing your online purchase, you will receive a voucher by e-mail. You can present this voucher either printed or on your smartphone when boarding. The driver will exchange your voucher for the official ticket, which you must keep for the entire period of validity. Once the voucher is exchanged, it is no longer valid for future use.
Hop on hop off Tours: most of the buses have access ramps, but there are still some that don't
Yes, you can bring small pets on all our vehicles (panoramic buses, trams and boat), as long as they are transported inside appropriate pet carriers and do not occupy a seat. On tours operated with closed buses, only guide dogs are allowed, and they do not need a carrier.
Yes, it is possible as long as it is accommodated in a place that does not block the passage of other passengers.

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