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Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
By: DoDublin
From US$22.47
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Highlights
  • Experience the best of the city at your own pace on a 1 or 2-day ticket valid on two routes
  • Enjoy entertaining live commentary on board
  • See top highlights such as Trinity College, St Stephen’s Green and the Guinness Storehouse
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Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
From US$22.47
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24-Hours Pass
Hop on and off at your own pace. Take in all attractions and sights with tickets valid for 24 hours from time of purchase.
From US$22.00
48-Hour Pass
Hop on and off at your own pace. Take in all attractions and sights with tickets valid for 48 hours from time of purchase.
From US$26.00
Overview
Maximize your time in Ireland’s vibrant capital with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus ticket. Discover Dublin’s spectacular sights on two routes boasting 30 conveniently located bus stops. Listen to entertaining commentary as you cruise around the capital, enjoying excellent views from the top deck of a double decker bus. Whenever a landmark captures your attention, simply disembark to explore further; explore attractions like the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and St Stephen’s Green and then simply rejoin your bus tour at a time and stop that suits your schedule. Entry to the Little Museum and a Dublin walking tour are included with the bus ticket.
What to Expect
With your ticket at the ready, climb aboard a hop-on hop-off sightseeing bus at a conveniently located bus stop in Dublin’s city center. Devise an itinerary according to your interests by choosing to explore two routes that service a variety of stops. To delve into the vibrant heart of Dublin, take the Purple Route, or absorb the waterside charm of the Docklands area on the Pink Route.

With your 24- or 48-hour pass, ride the bus along both routes to gain a comprehensive picture of the Irish capital’s rich cultural panorama. Listen to insightful commentary as you pass iconic landmarks like Trinity College and the Guinness Storehouse, opting to disembark if you wish to explore these attractions further.

Switch to the Pink Route in order to see the U2 Graffiti Wall and the Grand Canal Dock, or absorb the serenity of nature with a stroll around Phoenix Park or St Stephen’s Green Park.

With your hop-on hop-off ticket, enjoy a complimentary Dublin Highlights walking tour and gain free admission to the Little Museum of Dublin.
Itinerary
Dublin Green Hop-On Hop-Off Tour:

Show your pass on a choice of two routes around the city, and see or visit Dublin’s top attractions at your own pace. Simply hop on or off wherever you like; any entrance fees are your own expense.

Purple Route:
Stops include Cathal Brugha Street, Abbey Street Corner, Trinity College, Nassau Street, National Gallery of Ireland, Leinster House, St Stephen’s Green, Dublin Visitor Centre, Temple Bar, Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral, St Patrick’s Cathedral, Guinness Storehouse, Museum of Modern Art, Kilmainham Gaol, Heuston Station, Dublin Zoo, Ryan’s Victoria bar, National Museum of Ireland, Jameson Distillery at Bow St, Four Courts, Liffey River Cruise, Dublin bus HQ and Dublin Writers Museum.

The Docklands Route:
Stops include Cathal Brugha Street, Abbey Street Corner, Busáras (central bus station), North Wall Quay, North Wall Quay at Spencer Hotel, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, Jeanie Johnston Famine Ship, Grand Canal Dock, Cardiff Lane, Pearse Street and Gardiner Street Lower.
Important Information
Departure Point
Central Dublin
Departure Time
Purple Route:
First Bus: 9am Last Bus: 7pm
Docklands:
First Bus: 9.45am Last Bus: 5.35pm
Last scheduled departures:
Summer: 7pm
Winter: 5pm
Duration
Original - Purple Route Duration: 1h 30min
Docklands - Pink Route Duration: 30min
Return Details
Returns to original departure point
Inclusions
  • Hop-on hop-off bus ticket
  • Complimentary map and discount available at certain attractions
  • Live Commentary in English
  • Audio commentry in English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Polish, Russian, Irish, Chinese and Italian
  • Dublin Walking tour
  • Admission to The Little Museum of Dublin
Exclusions
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities (optional)
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Additional Info
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Hop-on hop-off bus ticket valid for two days and both routes
  • 33 stops at Dublin's highlights including the Guinness Storehouse and Christ Church Cathedral
  • Children under 14 years of age travel free with a paying adult
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 7 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee. If you cancel between 3 and 6 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50 percent cancellation fee. If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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Reviewed 5 days ago
A Terrific Introduction to Dublin's Treasures

Bus tours that are done well are a great introduction to a city: you get your bearings, you get some history and context, and you get a glimpse of a few of the city’s secrets. And the Dublin Hop On Hop Off tour is exceedingly...More

Thank ICS20
Reviewed 1 week ago
Entertaining way to see Dublin, also commentary was a laugh a minute

First off, The driver I think he called himself John Ryan was a star [the man should be on stage] he made the tour interesting with his knowledge of the City, but his whit made it so much better. The bus was good value, it...More

Thank thebluedoors
Reviewed 1 week ago
Definitely the way to see Dublin! Get on a bus that has a live guide rather than pre-recorded.

I wished I had purchased a multi-day ticket for this, as we definitely would have used it! This is a great way to see Dublin. We stayed on the bus for almost the entire tour, got off to see some sights (Guiness) then got back...More

Thank Rene C
Reviewed 1 week ago
Thoroughly entertaining!

Brilliant way to see the city! We bought a 2 day pass and had quite a few drivers but Kevin and Jason were the best. Their commentary was full of "crack" and well worth it, with lots of advice on all the best places to...More

Thank NBhagoo
Reviewed 2 weeks ago
Great way to see Dublin!

We bought the 2 day pass, so we had the opportunity to finish what we didn't see Day 1. Hits so many of the key places, and gives you the opportunity to get off to places you wanted to spend more time exploring. The drivers...More

Thank TMMac1954