Glasgow: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour



Hop-on and hop-off a City Sightseeing bus tour in Glasgow and discover sights such as George Square and Glasgow Cathedral. Travel on an open-top, double-decker bus with panoramic views of the city.

Highlights

  • See the Gallery of Modern Art where artworks from around the world are showcased
  • Explore Glasgow Cathedral- one of Scotland's most magnificent medieval buildings
  • Visit Theatre Royal - home to the prestigious Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet
  • Discover Riverside Museum - Glasgow's award-winning transport museum
  • Admire 360-degree panoramic views of Glasgow and its surroundings

Description

Explore one of the most vibrant Scottish cities with a 1 or 2-day ticket to Glasgow’s hop-on and hop-off bus. Explore museums, art galleries, parks, theatres and even Glasgow Cathedral.

In addition, the city’s pubs, cafés, bars and nightclubs help make Glasgow one of the new preferred destinations for short breaks. The visitor attractions and places of interest are spread throughout the city and the best way to visit the attractions and to see the city, is to step on one of the open-top tour buses for a fully guided tour round all the main sights.

Jump off at any of the stops, conveniently located for the Gothic Cathedral, the Riverside Museum of Transport and Travel, the recently restored Kelvingrove Art Galleries, Glasgow University, Glasgow Green and Clydeside Distillery, among many other sights.

Book your City Sightseeing ticket today!

Bus Stops

Red Route:

  • 1. George Square
  • 2. Cathedral Square
  • 3. Tennent's Brewery
  • 4. High Street for Merchant City
  • 5. The Barras Market
  • 6. Glasgow Green
  • 7. McLennan Arc
  • 8. St. Andrews Cathedral
  • 9. Central Station
  • 10. Argyle Street Hotels
  • 11. Clyde Arc
  • 12. Science Centre
  • 13. Govan Stones
  • 14. Fairfield
  • 15. Village Hotel
  • 16. Hilton Garden Inn
  • 17. Scottish Events Campus
  • 18. The Clydeside Distillery
  • 19. Riverside Museum
  • 20. Byres Road
  • 21. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum
  • 22. Hidden Lane
  • 23. Blythswood Square
  • 24. Nelson Mandela Place

Includes

  • 1 or 2-day hop-on hop-off bus tour
  • Stops near the major sights
  • Live guide available in English (April - September)
  • Audio guide in 7 languages + headphones
  • Wheelchair accessible buses
  • Flexible 12-month ticket
  • Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted

Excludes

  • Attraction tickets
  • Food and drinks
  • Tips
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Important Information

  • 22nd May - 25th June: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure at 4:30pm. Frequency: every 20 minutes
  • 26th June - 30th August: First departure from Stop 1 at 9am. Last departure at 5:30pm. Frequency: every 15 minutes
  • 31st August - 28th September: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:30am. Last departure at 4:30pm. Frequency: every 20 minutes
  • From 29th September: First departure from Stop 1 at 10am. Last departure at 4pm. Frequency: every 30 minutes
  • Tour duration: 100 minutes
  • Stop 3 - Tennent's Brewery: Temporarily unavailable due to roadworks. Please use Stop 2 Cathedral Square as your nearest boarding point

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

Available Dates

November 2026 17 dates
Sat 14th Nov Sun 15th Nov Mon 16th Nov Tue 17th Nov Wed 18th Nov Thu 19th Nov
December 2026 31 dates
Tue 1st Dec Wed 2nd Dec Thu 3rd Dec Fri 4th Dec Sat 5th Dec Sun 6th Dec
January 2027 31 dates
Fri 1st Jan Sat 2nd Jan Sun 3rd Jan Mon 4th Jan Tue 5th Jan Wed 6th Jan
February 2027 28 dates
Mon 1st Feb Tue 2nd Feb Wed 3rd Feb Thu 4th Feb Fri 5th Feb Sat 6th Feb
March 2027 31 dates
Mon 1st Mar Tue 2nd Mar Wed 3rd Mar Thu 4th Mar Fri 5th Mar Sat 6th Mar
April 2027 30 dates
Thu 1st Apr Fri 2nd Apr Sat 3rd Apr Sun 4th Apr Mon 5th Apr Tue 6th Apr
May 2027 13 dates
Sat 1st May Sun 2nd May Mon 3rd May Tue 4th May Wed 5th May Thu 6th May

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes stops at the Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow Cathedral, Theatre Royal, Riverside Museum, and several other key attractions in Glasgow.
Tickets are valid for either 1 or 2 consecutive days, allowing flexible exploration of Glasgow at your own pace.
Yes, you can hop on and off the bus at any designated stop, giving you the freedom to explore multiple attractions across Glasgow.
Yes, the tour is family-friendly and covers attractions like museums and parks that appeal to all ages.
You can board the bus at designated stops throughout central Glasgow, including popular locations such as the Gallery of Modern Art and Glasgow Cathedral.
Yes, the bus offers audio commentary that provides insights about Glasgow’s landmarks and history during the tour.
Yes, the tour includes a section where you can enjoy 360-degree panoramic views of Glasgow and its surroundings from the open-top bus.
No, the Glasgow hop-on hop-off bus tour focuses solely on Glasgow, but Edinburgh offers its own separate sightseeing tours.
The tour runs year-round, but check the website for current operating hours and seasonal schedules.
Many buses on the Glasgow hop-on hop-off route are wheelchair accessible, but it is recommended to verify accessibility options before booking.

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