Hong Kong: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour & Optional Peak Tram

Mid-Levels, Hong Kong



Discover Hong Kong's best landmarks from an open-top double-decker bus. Experience the unique culture and history of the city as you explore Man Mo Temple, Causeway Bay, Victoria Park, and more.

Hong Kong Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour

This hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour covers Hong Kong Island, Stanley, and Kowloon, ideal for visitors wanting flexible city exploration.

Highlights

  • Explore Hong Kong’s top sights including Victoria Peak, Stanley Market, and Man Mo Temple
  • Includes a trip across Victoria Harbour on the Star Ferry with every ticket
  • Option to upgrade with add-ons: Peak Tram Sky Pass, Hong Kong Water Taxi, or Sampan Houseboat visit
  • Expert audio commentary available in 9 languages via headphones or app

Description

Board an open-top double-decker Big Bus and discover Hong Kong across three routes. The tour features insightful audio commentary covering the city’s colonial history and modern culture.

The Hong Kong Island Tour highlights landmarks such as Causeway Bay shopping, Central’s skyline, Lan Kwai Fong nightlife, Man Mo Temple, Tai Kwun, and Victoria Peak.

The Stanley Tour visits southern bays and beaches, including Repulse Bay, Stanley Market, Murray House, and Aberdeen, showing a quieter side of Hong Kong Island.

The Kowloon Tour explores cultural and commercial sites like the West Kowloon Cultural District, M+ Museum, Temple Street Market, Ladies' Market, and Hong Kong West Kowloon Station.

Each ticket includes a Star Ferry ride across Victoria Harbour, connecting Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.

Choose a 48-hour pass to add one of these upgrades: Peak Tram Sky Pass with Sky Terrace 428 access, a Hong Kong Water Taxi ride, or a Sampan Houseboat experience.

Routes

Hong Kong Island Tour (Red Route)

  • Central Star Ferry Pier 7
  • International Finance Centre (IFC)
  • Hong Kong Maritime Museum
  • The Garden of Stars
  • Tsim Sha Tsui
  • Hong Kong Observation Wheel
  • Central-Mid-Levels Escalator
  • Queen's Road
  • Man Mo Temple
  • Tai Kwun
  • Lan Kwai Fong
  • Cat Street
  • Dr Sun Yat-Sen Museum
  • Causeway Bay
  • Time Square
  • Park Lane Hotel
  • Victoria Park
  • Victoria Peak
  • Causeway Bay Typhoon Shelter
  • Peak Tram Lower Terminus

Stanley Tour (Green Route)

  • Central Star Ferry Pier 7
  • International Finance Centre (IFC)
  • Hong Kong Maritime Museum
  • Peak Tram Lower Terminus
  • Wan Chai Waterfront
  • Repulse Bay
  • Stanley
  • Stanley Market
  • Murray House
  • Ocean Park
  • Aberdeen

Kowloon Tour (Blue Route)

  • K11 MUSEA LEGOLAND Discovery Centre
  • Tsim Sha Tsui Promenade
  • The Peninsula
  • Canton Road
  • Clock Tower
  • Temple Street
  • Tin Hau Temple
  • Wholesale Fruit Market
  • Langham Place
  • Ladies' Market
  • M+ Museum
  • Hong Kong Palace Museum
  • Sky100 Observation Deck (currently closed)
  • Hong Kong West Kowloon Station

Includes

  • 24- or 48-hour Big Bus hop-on hop-off sightseeing ticket
  • Access to up to three routes: Hong Kong Island, Stanley, and Kowloon
  • Star Ferry ticket (one-way or return, depending on ticket option)
  • Choice of one add-on if selected: Peak Tram Sky Pass, Hong Kong Water Taxi, or Sampan Houseboat visit
  • Headphones for audio commentary
  • Big Bus Tours app for ticket storage, live tracking, and activation

Excludes

  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Important Information

  • Upgrade to a 48-hour ticket to access one add-on: Peak Tram Sky Pass, Hong Kong Water Taxi, or Sampan Houseboat visit. Add-ons can be selected when activating your ticket at any Big Bus service point.
  • Tour schedules: Hong Kong Island Tour runs every 45 minutes starting at 10:00 AM (duration 75 minutes); Stanley Tour runs every 30 minutes starting at 10:30 AM (duration 2 hours); Kowloon Tour runs every 60 minutes (duration 80 minutes).
  • All buses are wheelchair accessible. Headphones are provided or bring your own.
  • Infants aged 2 and under travel free and do not require a ticket.
  • Ticket Star Ferry inclusions vary by ticket type: Discover includes 1 single journey; Essential includes 1 return journey; Explore includes 2 return journeys.
  • Download the free Big Bus Tours app to track buses live and find stops easily.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring comfortable walking shoes, check the weather, and start early to maximize your time on all routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

The tour includes access to Hong Kong Island, Stanley, Kowloon routes, a Star Ferry ride across Victoria Harbour, and expert audio commentary in nine languages.
Yes, you can upgrade your ticket with the optional Peak Tram Sky Pass for a ride up to Victoria Peak.
You can board or disembark the double-decker bus at any designated stop along the route to explore popular attractions at your own pace.
The ticket includes a Star Ferry ride across Victoria Harbour, connecting Hong Kong Island and Kowloon.
Yes, the tour offers expert audio commentary in nine languages accessible via headphones or a mobile app.
Ticket requirements for children vary, so check the official website for age and pricing details.
Yes, Stanley Market is one of the stops included on the Hong Kong Island route of the tour.
The open-top buses operate in most weather, but availability may be affected by severe weather; check the provider’s website for updates.
Ticket validity and duration can vary, so verify the specific time period on the booking confirmation or website.
Yes, the Sampan Houseboat visit is available as an optional add-on to the standard hop-on hop-off ticket.

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