Seattle Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Cruise
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Seattle's iconic landmarks at your own pace
- Enjoy a scenic Harbor Cruise with stunning city views
- Discover the engineering marvel of the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks
- Learn about Seattle's rich maritime history
- Experience live commentary from knowledgeable guides
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Unlimited access to City Sightseeing Seattle Hop-On Hop-Off Bus
- Choice between Hiram M. Chittenden Locks Tour or Harbor Cruise
- Live commentary on board
- Food and beverages
Important information
Know before you book
- Confirm the availability of your preferred tour option (Harbor Cruise or Locks Tour) on your chosen date.
- Be aware of the tour's operating hours and any seasonal variations.
- Review the cancellation policy to understand any applicable fees or deadlines.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable clothing and footwear suitable for walking and varying weather conditions.
- Bring a valid ID for age verification if required for certain attractions.
- Check the latest schedule for bus and cruise departures to plan your day effectively.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- 24th April - 22nd May: 10am - 4pm, every 30 minutes
- 23rd and 24th May: 10am - 5pm, every 20 minutes
- 25th May - 27th June: 10am - 4pm, every 30 minutes
- 28th June - 6th September: 10am - 5pm, every 20 minutes
- 7th September - 31st October: 10am - 4pm, every 30 minutes
- Tour duration: 80 minutes
- Meeting Point: 600 Broad Street (bus tour)
- Mobile and printed paper voucher are accepted on this tour and can be redeemed at any of the stops along the route
- Vouchers can be used any day within 12 months of travel date selected at check-out
- Locks Cruise (if option is selected): Departs every day at 10:30am. Departs from Pier 55. Show your ticket at the stop and you will be provided with separate tickets for the bus and Locks Cruise
- Harbour Cruise (if option is selected): Please redeem this voucher at City Sightseeing Seattle - Stop 1, which is located at 600 Broad Street. Your voucher will be redeemed by a team member, and you will be provided with your individual bus and cruise tickets. You will then be able to book your desired time for the cruise on the date you require. Local staff will advise you of cruise times when you redeem your ticket. Please note that your ticket is valid for one cruise, and you can use your boat tour ticket up to 5 days after your redeem your bus tour. Departs from Pier 55. Duration: 1 hour
- Audio-guided walking tour: Distance: 1.1 miles. Explore the Pioneer Square historic district and learn about Seattle's early days. Use your smartphone to guide you. Images of the objects talked about will be displayed on your screen
- 10% discount on the following Seattle restaurants: Bambinos Pizzeria (Stop 1), Frankfurter (Stop 5), SuperKim Crab House Restaurant (Stop 6), Tidal+ Restaurant at Hyatt Olive 8 (Stop 11), Andare Restaurant at Hyatt Regency (Stop 11), Qiao Lin Hotpot (Stop 11), Bistro on Yale Bar at SpringHill Suites (Stop 11), Pike Brewery Company (Stop 13), Can Can Cabaret (Stop 16)
- Arnocular: A free Extended Reality (XR) app is available with commentary through one's own smartphone in English. This app transforms the way you experience Seattle. As you pass key landmarks on the tour, you will be able to use your phone to: see historical photos of the sights you're passing - revealing how they blooked in years gone by, view inside iconic buildings and attractions - including locations often closed to the public, and discover points of interest with images and details shown in real time as you pass by
- The XR tour syncs with the bus's location, ensuring every image and view appear exactly when they matter. It's a seamless, immersive experience that adds depth, context, and excitement to the journey - turning the ride into a dynamic storytelling adventure. The feature is free with every ticket. You can simply scan the onboard code to get started
Traveler reviews
Kept us waiting for hours
We paid for 2 one day tickets and went to Sp e Needle then tried to catch the bus again but we were told several times the bsu would be there in 20-20 minutes. We were also told there were only two buses running on a very busy day. We ended up catching a taxi to the the Seattle Aquarium as we had it booked for 3pm. Dont waste your money people as a one way trip definitely wasnt value for Money and we disnt get to see the other places that we wanted to
Worst hop on hop off bus tour ever
Bus was old & dirty No earphone commentary..Just a few speakers placed on side below seats Impossible to hear Buses advertised as every 30 mins Once We'd booked we found there was only 1 bus that picked up every 90 mins Ive rated it a 2 because the Harbour tour was well worth a visit We should be given a refund for the bus ' service' or lack of Don't book the bus part..get a taxi to Pike Place & walk down to the Harbour front
Not the best
The bus broke down so we could not start until about 1045 instead of 10. Then the driver was not very I formative or friendly. We’ve done hop on hop offs in other cities and they’ve always been wonderful, so we expected or hoped for the same. When we went to get on the next one after our exploration the people on that bus also said how much cleaner this bus was then the one that broke an hour ago…leading me to believe there was 2 broken buses. We bought the 2 day but decided against using the 2nd day. We will just take Lyfts and explore on foot. I would recommend other cites hop on hop off, not this one.
The HoHo Bus and cruise are great way to see Seattle.
Seattle is a beautiful and exciting city and the HoHo Bus Tour is a great way to get around the city and only park once at a nearby garage. Ride on the open top bus in the nice weather and see the skyline and waterfront. It was rated at "four" because the tour is prerecorded and sometimes hard to hear. The one hour Harbor Cruise rates a big "five" as it circles the waterfront with so many great photo ops and a very informative and sometimes humorous live and interactive narration. The Cruise staff was great, and our narrator/guide, Sean, was funny, full of facts, and took time to walk around the ship and answer guests' questions. The photo ops of the Space Needle could only be taken from the water. Food and drinks available on board. You won't be disappointed!
Acceptable service
Brings you to the attractions of the city. Very informative and educational. Limited information provided prior to the tour date by Viator and the provider.