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Hop On Hop Off Barcelona The Official Barcelona Bus Tour

Discover Barcelona at your own speed and on your own time with the Hop On Hop Off Bus. The three routes of the famous tourist bus take you to all of Barcelona´s famous landmarks and top attractions. Get on and off as many times as you want with a single ticket. Touring Barcelona doesn’t get easier!

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Discover Barcelona

Three carefully planned routes take you to all of Barcelona´s top attractions.

At your own pace

Hop on and off the bus as many times as you want with one single ticket.

Save time & money

The tourist bus is often cheaper than taking taxi´s and faster than public transport.

Free audioguide

Learn more about Barcelona with the free audioguide (available in 11 languages).

Free coupons

With your ticket you´ll receive €200 worth of discounts for Barcelona´s main attractions.

Download the exclusive app including all bus routes, stops and sightseeing highlights.

Buy your Hop On Hop Off bus tickets online to receive 10% discount and avoid waiting lines at the ticket office. Vouchers are valid for three months.

Hop-on Hop-off Barcelona is Barcelona´s official tourist bus . With three connecting lines , the bus turistíc covers the whole city and allows you to see the best of Barcelona with one single ticket .

It’s the easiest and safest way to get around the city and see all of its beautiful attractions.

If you only have one day in Barcelona, get on the bus for an unforgettable sightseeing tour of Barcelona. You´ll see Barcelona´s highlights, including the Sagrada Familia, Gaudi´s buildings and Camp Nou , the stadium of FC Barcelona.

If you have more time, get a 2-day ticket and explore the city at your own pace. Hop on and off the bus as many times as you want and use the free vouchers to receive a discount at Barcelona´s top attractions.

Barcelona has hundreds of great attractions to see and the tourist bus lets you see all of these sights from the comfort of a stylish, clean bus.

Tickets for the Hop On Hop Off bus are available online at this website and at tourism offices in Barcelona.

If you buy your tickets online, you´ll receive 10% discount on the official price and you´ll avoid the waiting lines in Barcelona.

Use the booking module on the left to buy your tickets for the Hop On Hop Off bus online. After you´ve completed the purchase process, you´ll receive your vouchers via email.

Tickets are available for one or two calendar days. Starting at only €17,10 per day, the two-day tickets offer the best value.

When you arrive in Barcelona you can exchange the vouchers for bus tickets directly at the bus, or at one of the many tourism offices in the city or at the airport.

Vouchers are valid for 90 days. Buy your tickets now to receive 10% discount and pick up your tickets when you arrive in Barcelona.

After purchasing your one or two day pass via the secure booking module on the left, you´ll receive a voucher via email. Print this voucher and take it with you to Barcelona.

When you´ve arrived in Barcelona, simple exchange this voucher for a ticket directly on the bus or at one of the many tourism offices.

Your ticket allows you to get on and off the bus as many times as you want for the duration of your ticket.

Any time you want to get off the bus and take a closer look at the landmark, building, or attraction, you can. Just hop back on the next bus or even switch to a different route, when the bus comes along.

The different routes get you everywhere you want to go, for one rate, so you don’t have to worry about transportation fees or limiting yourself to just a few sights within walking distance of your hotel.

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Barcelona City Tour is an official Barcelona’s sightseeing tour, with a panoramic deck affording unique views over both the old and the new Barcelona.

Using your ticket as often as you want over the course of either 24 or 48 hours,  you can hop on and off at any of the 35 stops along our two routes , which divide the city into Green/East and Orange/West.

As you board the bus you will receive a brochure with details of our two routes and the most iconic places in the city. You will also find exclusive discounts with the purchase of your ticket.

Download our brochure with a map of the city and details of the Hop on Hop off bus routes!

Hop On Hop Off Barcelona Hours

We offer an uninterrupted service throughout the year, except for Christmas Day (25 December) and New Year’s Day (1 January).

• Duration: The estimated time for each route is around 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes depending on the season.
• Departure time : The bus tour starts at 9:00 a.m. and the last tour starts at 7:00 p.m. from Stop 1, on Plaça Catalunya.

Service frequency varies between 7 and 25 minutes , depending on the time of the year. Please bear in mind that, occasionally, this may be altered by different circumstances that affect city traffic (demonstrations, works, sporting events, etc.).

Pre-recorded audio guide in 15 languages

Each bus has an automatic audio guide system in 15 languages providing information on each point of the trip.

All you have to do is plug in the free headphones we’ll give you and enjoy finding out about the city.

Our fleet of double-decker buses

Barcelona City Tour boasts a fleet of 40 double-decker buses with  a panoramic upper deck affording a unique view of the city.  Remember that our entire fleet is red in colour, indicating on the front which route is being covered at any given time.

To ensure a smooth service, all passengers should enter by the front door and exit from the rear. Also, our buses have two sets of stairs linking the two levels: the front one should be used to go up and the rear one to go down, to  save time and make our trips even more enjoyable.

🍃The Barcelona City Tour buses meet all EU emissions regulations.

⭐ Free on-board Wi-Fi

Our buses feature free Wi-Fi, so you can surf and keep yourself informed as you travel with us.

⭐ Sliding roof

In the case of rain, our staff will cover the upper deck so you can continue to enjoy the route, even when the weather turns bad.

⭐ Audio in 15 languages

All tickets include a set of standard headphones and a pre-recorded audio guide controlled by our on-board staff. 

⭐ Comfort Max

The lower deck is air-conditioned and all vehicles are equipped with anatomical seats to make the trip more comfortable.

⭐ Accessible vehicles

Space designed for persons with reduced mobility

You will be given an information brochure when you get on one of Barcelona City Tour’s Hop-on Hop-off buses.

Hop-On Hop-Off service

Discover the city at your own pace and create your own tour of Barcelona with the hop-on hop-off service offered by the  Barcelona City Tour .  Get on and off our buses as often as you like  for as long as your ticket is valid and explore the many tourist attractions the city has to offer.

The  Barcelona City Tour  tourist buses offer   two different routes , the  East/Green  and the  West/Orange  route, so you can travel all over the city. Both routes will take you to the city’s most renowned tourist attractions so you can get off the bus wherever you want to explore the city in depth.

Barcelona City Tour  makes it easy to get to know the city in a way that’s different, comfortable and tailor made. Check out our map to see the various stops of the tourist bus and the points of interest!

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Barcelona bus tour map, schedules

Tour schedule.

• Red Route:  Schedule:  09:00 - 19:00 , Loop:  120 Minutes,  Frequency:  20-30 Minutes
• Blue Route:  Schedule:  09:00 – 21:00 , Loop:  120 Minutes,  Frequency:  20-30 Minutes

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Barcelona Bus Turístic

The official tourist bus tour of Barcelona offers two routes for you to discover the most iconic places, monuments and attractions of the city the Sagrada Família, Park Güell, the Pedrera, Camp Nou, La Rambla, Montjuïc and lots more besides.

Barcelona Bus Turístic: the official city tour

A sightseeing tour on the open-top double-decker Barcelona tourist bus, with the option of hopping off, looking around, hopping back on and staying on the same route or changing to a different one at a transfer point. As many times as you like.

• Double-decker bus with panoramic view.
• Audio guide in 16 languages.
• Discounts on leisure and cultural activities and museums in the city.
• Free Wi-Fi .

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The original and official tourist bus in the city since 1987.

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Barcelona Bus Turístic: the official city tour

See Barcelona's famous sights from the official hop-on, hop-off bus: Sagrada Família, Park Güell, La Pedrera, Camp Nou, La Rambla, Montjuïc,.. and many more.

Enjoy an unforgettable tour of the city of Barcelona: you are free to hop on and off the Barcelona Bus Turístic as many times as you like , either following the same route or changing to another bus at one of the points connecting the two routes. Climb aboard and get the most out of your visit to Barcelona.

Buy your tickets for 24 hours or 48 hours  here with our best price guarantee. Avoid the queues and enjoy every minute of your visit to Barcelona.

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• adult: 13 to 64 years
• child: 4 to 12 years
• under 4 years
• senior / disabled: over 65 years / people with > 33% disability

Information on operating hours:

• Journey time: approximately 2 hours per route.
• Frequency: Between 5 and 25 minutes, depending on the season.
• Schedule: from 9.00 am to 7.00 pm.
• Daily service (except for 01/01 and 25/12).

Where can I buy tickets?

Book online and present the voucher to the guide on board the bus using either your mobile device or a printed copy.

Reservation valid for 90 calendar days from the date of purchase.

What makes the Barcelona Bus Turístic unique?

• Two different routes to be enjoyed with a single ticket.
• With 45 stops and 5 points connecting the different routes, visitors can explore all the areas Barcelona has to offer.
• Double-decker buses offering panoramic views.
• Each bus has an audio guide system in 16 languages that provides information on each point along the route. Just connect the free headphones supplied and enjoy getting to know the city.
• Personal attention is also on hand if you need it: the only sightseeing bus with official tour guides on board.
• The price includes a map of the city and a guide available in a number variety of languages which will be handed out as you enter the bus.
• It also includes a booklet of vouchers worth over €250 in discounts on the city's leading leisure activities, cultural pursuits and museum entrance tickets.
• You can enjoy free, direct Wi-Fi access.
• The service is adapted for customers with reduced mobility and hearing impairments.

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Hop on – Hop off Buses in Barcelona

Christian Petzold

The diversity of Barcelona leaves you with the challenge of how to get the most out of the city. With the Hop on Hop off Bus, you have the perfect solution, for a day or two of convenient sightseeing.

There are two of these tourist buses in Barcelona: the official Barcelona Bus Turístic and the Gray Line / City Sightseeing affiliated Barcelona City Tour.

In 2022 both operators of the buses changed from a calendar day system (1 day or 2 days) to an hourly system (24h or 48h). So with these new ticket types, you have got the advantage of starting your sightseeing day in the afternoon or even in the evening if you like.

If you are on a very tight budget though, then the Barcelona Card will offer you free transport on the city’s bus and metro network as well as discounted admissions at a lower price.

The advantage of the hop on hop off bus tours is that they are a combination of a guided city tour and independent sightseeing. Whereas going by subway or public bus often is more hassle than enjoyment, on the sightseeing buses travelling from one attraction to the next on the open deck is a great experience itself.

You can either plan your desired journey upfront or hop on the bus, get inspired by the audioguide or the routes and make plans while riding through the city.

By stopping right in front of most major landmarks, the busses will solve all your logistical issues on a great sightseeing day trip.

1. What do both Hop on Hop off Bus Tours have in common?

Both the purple-green painted Bus Turistic and the red Barcelona City Tour cover all the city attractions with their route network. In fact, 26 of their 35-40 stops are the same for both options.

The majority of these stops are on two main routes and you can change from one route to the other on several combined stops. All routes are only driven in one direction, so if you miss a stop you either need to walk or you would have to complete the whole round, which takes around 2h30 on the main routes.

With your ticket, you can use the different routes of a bus company without limits, but you cannot use the other company’s buses!

Since both companies are regulated by the Barcelona city council, they offer precisely the same price!

The bus fleets both feature open-top buses with electric retractable roofs so they can be covered in the event of rain.

Both buses offer mobile tickets for travellers’ convenience. No need to worry about printing tickets with these two companies.

A discount booklet, map, audioguide, and headphones are all part of the package when booking with these bus companies. The audioguides feature multiple languages for travellers to learn about this unique city in their native tongue.

Customers can enjoy free Wifi onboard the buses, which is very convenient for those of you who do not have data plans abroad.

Children under four years old travel for free, which makes both of the bus options great for families as well as your wallet.

If you have a disability, require handicap access, or need assistance, both buses are handicap accessible for your comfort.

1.2 Barcelona Bus Turistic and Barcelona City Tour routes on a combined map

Blue Line = Bus Turistic / Red Line = Barcelona City Tour

2. What is unique about Barcelona Bus Turistic?

Bus Turistic offers three routes running in the summer. During winter, Bus Turistic runs on two routes.

The two main routes (blue and red) take about 2h30 to complete, in case you do not get off the bus. In summer, the additional green route takes about 45min.

On peak days they operate more than 60 buses, so on average the waiting times are a bit less than on the Barcelona City Tour bus, but there are more people using this service.

This bus tour covers an extra area in the northwest of Barcelona. What does this entail? In comparison to the Red Bus it has additional stops at Teleferic de Montjuic, Gracia, Sarria and Monestir de Pedralbes. If you have a particular interest in any of these areas within the city, then the Bus Turistic is a better choice.

Bus Turistic has 37 unique stops.

For those of you who speak Norwegian and/or Turkish, this company offers these languages in the audioguides.

2.1 Prices & Routes

This tour costs 27€ for a 24h ticket if you book it online (thanks to a 10% online discount). The price on the bus is 30€.

• Plaça Catalunya
• Casa Batlló – Fundació Antoni Tàpies
• Passeig de Gràcia – La Pedrera
• Francesc Macià – Diagonal
• Estació de Sants
• Creu Coberta
• Plaça d’Espanya
• CaixaForum – Pavelló Mies Van der Rohe
• Poble Espanyol
• Anella Olímpica
• Fundació Joan Miró
• Telefèric de Montjuïc
• Miramar – Jardins Costa i Llobera
• World Trade Center
• Colom – Museu Marítim
• Museu d’Història de Catalunya
• Port Olímpic
• Pla de Palau – Parc de la Ciutadella
• Barri Gòtic stop

Blue Route:

• Sagrada Família
• Tramvia Blau – Tibidabo
• Monestir de Pedralbes
• Palau Reial – Pavellons Güell
• Futbol Club Barcelona
• Diagonal – Les Corts

Green Route (Only in Summer)

• Port Olimpic
• Playa Bogatell
• Parc Diagonal Mar

Download the map here: Barcelona Bus Turistic – Route Map (PDF-Download) .

3. What is unique about Barcelona City Tour?

The Red Hop on Hop off bus has two routes operating in the city of Barcelona.

Compared to the Bus Turístic, the average waiting time is slightly longer. This is due to their company offering fewer buses, however, there are typically fewer people on the buses.

This bus has 32 unique stops on its two routes included in the journey.

Speak Hindi? No problem, the audioguide includes it in its language portfolio.

3.1 Prices & Routes

Like the Bus Turistic, the tickets cost 27€ for 24h thanks to a 10% online discount. The price on the bus is 30€.

East / Green Route:

• Catedral-Barri Gòtic
• Barceloneta
• Platja del Bogatell*
• Nova Mar Bella*
• Glòries-Torre Agbar
• Sagrada Familia
• Recinte Modernista Sant Pau
• Casa Batlló

West / Orange Route:

• Arc de Triomf
• El Born- Ciutadella-zoo
• Passeig Colom
• Jardins de Miramar
• MNAC Museo Nacional de Catalunya
• Caixa Fòrum-Pavelló Mies Van Der Rohe
• Camp Nou (F.C. Barcelona)
• Plaça Pius XII-Palau Reial- Pavellons Guell-Monestir de Pedralbes
• l’Illa Diagonal
• Av. Diagonal

Download the map here:  Barcelona City Tour – Route Map (PDF-Download) .

4. General Tips, Recommendations & Advice

Bring water. Staying hydrated is vital, especially in the summer months. Even if you choose to be on the bus the entire time, it is long enough that you will get thirsty. If you do hop off and walk, all the more reason to drink plenty of water.

Buying tickets in advance is the best way to avoid waiting in line. Purchasing your tickets in advance is advantageous for both bus companies regardless of the price differences.

Pack your sunscreen. The lovely sea breeze from the top of the bus feels fantastic on your face in the hot summer months, however, this does not offset the strong UV rays. The sun here is intense. Make sure to wear sunscreen and reapply. Nobody wants a sunburn during their Mediterranean adventure!

5. Hop on Hop off bus & harbour cruise

Barcelona City Tour offers an additional boat option for a 45min cruise of the harbour and the Mediterranean beaches. The beautiful city coastline sparkles as you sail away with the sea breeze kissing your face.

The bus stop at the famous Columbus statue at the bottom end of La Rambla is right next to the boat pier in the old port. Take a short break from the city to relax on the water before you continue your sightseeing journey on the next bus.

By booking this combo tour option, you will also save 10% online and only pay 34,40€ per adult for the 24h ticket including the harbour cruise! Children under the age of four enjoy this combo bus and boat tour for free.

6. Book online with a 10% discount!

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7. General FAQs

7.1 what if i want to get off the bus.

Feel particularly moved by the audioguide or compelled to stay longer in a particular area? No problem! With these bus tours, travellers can hop off and explore further.

When you feel you are ready to hop back on and enjoy the ride, it is simple and easy to re-join the tour at your convenience. The buses run in 5 – 15 minute intervals (depending on the season).

7.2 What do the buses look like?

This bus is a double-decker; therefore, all travellers can find a comfortable spot for their journey.

Barcelona is known for its sunshine. Soak up plenty of vitamin D on the roof of the bus, which is open-air and features spectacular views of the city. If on the rare occasion it is raining, no worries, there is a roof cover when needed.

If you choose to go with the Red Bus, you are looking for a red-coloured bus; the Bus Turistic comes with a purple-green design.

7.3 How long do the buses run?

Both buses start operating at 9 am and end around 7 pm during winter and 8 pm during summer.

Comprehensive in nature, each route lasts around two – to two and a half hours, thus you walk away feeling like you have not missed anything.

The Hop on Hop off Bus boasts multi-language audioguides which share in-depth knowledge about what you will see and what is right in front of you.

Simply hopping on these bus tours unlocks Barcelona, as you travel through neighbourhoods and take in the various sites.

Do you have any open questions? Please comment below and we will reply quickly.

Christian Petzold is a successful touristic entrepreneur, experiential traveller and round-the-world backpacker. He holds an academic degree in tourism management.

His touristic expertise has been covered in radio, newspaper and television.

I want to buy 14 tickets 2 days Bus tickets as individual may hop on hop off differently, do I need to buy online one by one? If buy as a group, do we need to go all along everytime ?

Hi William,

You can make one reservation for your group and you will receive individual mobile tickets for each participant. So you dont need to travel together all the time.

Cheers, Christian

Just bus stop by cruise terminal

Hi Catherine,

The bus cannot stop right at the cruise terminal, because there are actually 7 different cruise terminals at three different piers in the port of Barcelona.

However, from each cruise terminal you can take the 10-15min ride on the port bus for around 4€ up to the Columbus Statue. Here you can hop on the next bus every 5-10 minutes.

We are arriving via Norwegian Cruise line and will be disembarking the cruise when we arrive. Is it possible to get on the bus at the port and bring our luggage with us and get off near our hotel?

Yes, this will be possible. There is space on the bottom floor of the bus if you have got some luggage.

Hope this helped,

Howlong drive the bus from plaza catalunya to sagrada familia ?

Hi Fabiola,

On the Bus Turistic from Plaza Catalunya it is 3 stops to Sagrada Familia. That will be 15-20 minutes approximately.

The red City Tour bus takes a different route that from Plaza Catalunya first goes down to the port and the beach before going up to Sagrada Familia. So with this bus calculate around 1h (winter route) and 1h30 (summer route).

Best regards,

We are coming to Barcelona in March & want to see Sagrada Familia, Park Guell & Picasso’s museum. Which of the hop on hop off buses would be better? We have 2 days & staying at the Catalonia 505 in Muntaner. Do any if the buses stop close by?

For Sagrada Familia, Park Guell & Picasso’s museum both of the buses have the same stops.

From your hotel it will be a 10 minute walk to the next stop. You can actually check the direction, by putting in the hotel name or address onto the google map of the bus routes: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1ULBcMl6KdVNB1zKChvx5dHhBk25wQlua&usp=sharing

Just select the next stop on the map and click the icon for directions.

do I get discount with Barcelona card? if yes how much?

Hi Ekaterine,

Yes, you get a discount of 20% on the Barcelona Bus Turistic with the Barcelona Card.

Saludos, Christian

Can I take my suitcases on the bus and get off at the nearest stop that you have to the cruise terminal since I will embark on the MSC cruise.

Hi Geliani,

Yes, you can take your suitcases and then get off at the Columbus Statue at the bottom of Rambla. From there it is 10 minutes with the Port Bus (4€) to the cruise terminals.

I do want to use your services; however, I want to stay in the area of Las Ramblas (I think?) Can you kindly tell me what areas to look for (4) star hotels near Las Ramblas and near Hop On Hop Off Buses? Thank you!

There are many hotels in the area, I would look in the Eixample neighborhood around Passeig de Gracia and Placa Catalunya – there you are close to both, Rambla and Hop on Hop off bus stops.

Hotel Indigo for example is very nice, but there are more than 50 4-star hotels in the area.

I will visit Barcelona during March 23-26, 2020. Will stay in Barcelona Princess. Which Hop On Hop Off bus stop I will be close to?

Hi Quamrun,

There is a stop of both hop on hop off buses right infront of your hotel at the roundabout at the bottom of Rambla del Prim, however, this stop is only operational in summer, starting 29th of March for the red bus city tour and 3rd of April for the Bus Turistic.

So unless you have got some flexibility to change the dates of your stay, you would need to take the yellow metro line to the city centre (Plaza Urquinaona) to get on the buses at Plaza Catalunya.

Thank you. This is helpful.

I have few more questions. I guess i can buy bus/metro ticket in any metro station. Is there any tram line/stoppage close to Barcelona Princess? How much it would cost to take a taxi to go Plaza Catalunya from the hotel? Thanks once again.

Yes, correct, you can buy a metro ticket in the station (cash or card payment), the price per ride is 2,40€. There is a station 3 blocks from your hotel, just ask reception for directions.

A taxi will cost you approximately 10-15€ to Plaza Catalunya.

We will be staying in the Jazz Hotel. How will we get to the bus stop. Only for two and half days. Which bus is near and best to see all that is possible.

Hi Elize, please take a look at our google map with the routes and stops. Just enter your address and the next stop and it will show you the shortest way to walk: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1ULBcMl6KdVNB1zKChvx5dHhBk25wQlua&ll=41.38621560608736%2C2.1657953144180375&z=18

From Hotel Jazz you will have the next stop a 2-minute walk at Plaza Catalonia.

We will be staying at the Nobu Hotel in the Eixample district, April 1-2, 2023. Which stop is the closest on which bus line to our hotel?

Hi Mike, you can see all stops on our google map above. If you enter your hotel name you can see the next stop nearby and it will even show you the route to walk there.

In your case it is very easy, the stop at Sants train station is literally just in front of your hotel!

Which line stops at the Sants train station? Barcelona Turistic or Barcelona City Tour? I couldn’t tell by entering hotel name on the map!

They both stop there, just choose the one you prefer.

Can you purchase your ticket from any stop? We are staying at U232 and want to walk to the nearest stop to stat our journey.

Hi Sue, Please use this map to see the closest stop to your hotel: https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1ULBcMl6KdVNB1zKChvx5dHhBk25wQlua&ll=41.38949718218621%2C2.1664949999999905&z=13

At the top just click on the search icon and enter your hotel name. It will show you your hotel right on the map with the bus stops, so you can pick the most convenient stop for you.

It is possible to buy your ticket at the queue at each stop, but we recommend to buy the tickets online. It just takes 2min on your mobile, you actually get a 10% discount and you can jump on the bus right away.

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Hello Christian, My dad & I just landed in Barcelona on April 18th and checking ou on April 21st. I’m sooooooooo confused on which buses to take, and which routes (which colors) to take in order to see as much as possible of this city ?

Can you help me please ? Thanks, Tania

The buses have the same price, so if you do not have any other preference, then just look for the one that has the closest stop to your hotel.

Once you have decided on the bus, just get the tickets on your mobile (for the 10% discount and to hop on the bus right away at any stop) within 5min while having breakfast or while walking to the stop. For the next two days there is still enough availability.

Enjoy the tour!

What are the dates of the winter season. We will be there oct 19/21 2023

Hi Christian We are in Barcelona 9-11 Sept and plan to buy 48hr tickets for hop on hop off. I cannot find the bus stop on goolge maps for Park Guell, and from the look of the City Sightseeing tourist map, it looks a long way from the park entrance. As one of our group has mobility problems, would it be possible to get a taxi from the stop 6 to the park entrance? Is there a taxi rank in the vicinity? Thank you

Hi Shirley,

Yes, it is indeed a fairly steep 10min walk from the stop to Parc Guell. There is no taxi rank nearby, but you will easily be able to flag one from the street.

Hi Christian,

I was wondering, are there any restaurants at any of the stops where my group can stop for breakfast or lunch? Thanks!

It is difficult to recommend anything specific here because plenty of restaurants are close to any of the stops.

Maybe doing a stop in Placa Catalunya is a good idea because of the wide variety you have there, and also you will be able to access both of the lines after your break.

Another good option will be the stop at the seaside in Port Olimpic. Here, you also find plenty of restaurants, and the beach invites for a relaxing break from the bustling city life.

Hi Christian. My group of 12 seniors citizens will arrive on NCL’s Viva in Barcelona on 11/10/23. Will there be a pick up bus stop near the cruise terminal? If not, how do we meet up with the nearest bus stop and what would that cost? Regards, Gene

Hi Gene, The closest stop from the cruise terminal is at the Columbus statue, at the entrance to the port. To get there you need to take the port bus from the cruise terminal (10min ride, 4€ per person). Alternatively you can also take taxis (around 20€ each) or walk around 20-30min (depending on which terminal your ship is docked.

Hello, will be in Barcelona in June, 2024. I am leaning toward Bus Touristic. I noticed some road closures on Google maps near Gotic area where we are staying . Is there an alternative route the bus is taking? Also, do the buses only run in one direction so you can go back one or two stops if you wanted? And, if I buy a 48 hour ticket does that time run consecutively or can I do 24 hours on a Thursday then the next 24 hours starting Saturday? Thank you! The information in this site comparing the two bus lines has been so helpful.

The buses do only run in one direction on the route, so you cannot go back. Some roads are blocked for public traffic, but the buses can pass through with a special permit.

The tickets now are valid for hours instead of calendar days, but the hours need to be consecutive. So for 24h starting Thursday and 24h starting Saturday you need to buy separate tickets.

Hope that helped!

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• Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

The Barcelona Bus Turístic is the city’s official sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour. It offers guests three lines and numerous stops to climb off and discover the city's top sights. 

Visitors will be able to discover the city on this comfortable bus and stop at any of Barcelona’s top attractions and museums . It offers three different routes that visitors can take with the same ticket.

Like other hop-on, hop-off buses in Barcelona, the Bus Turístic has a fleet of roofless double-decker buses , it includes an audio guide in various languages and you can get off and back on as many times as you want.

Although there are several other companies that offer similar services in Barcelona, we’ll concentrate only on the Bus Turístic , since we consider it offers the best routes and timetable.

Itineraries

The same ticket is valid for the company’s three different routes . The red route and the blue route take approximately two hours to complete , while the green route only takes 40 minutes.

The red route stops at the following tourist attractions and museums: Barcelona Sants railway station , Creu Coberta, CaixaForum – Pavelló Mies van der Rohe, Plaça d’Espanya, Poble Espanyol , Museu Nacional d’Art de Catalunya , Anella Olímpica, Fundació Joan Miró , Montjuïc Cable Car , Miramar, Museu Marítim, World Trade Center , Port Vell, Museu d’Història de Catalunya , Port Olímpic , Bogatell Beach , Parc de la Ciutadella , Barcelona Zoo , Pla de Palau, Gothic Quarter , Plaça de Catalunya , Fundació Antoni Tàpies , La Pedrera and La Diagonal.

Green Route

The green route stops at the Forum Building, Parc Diagonal Mar, Poblenou, Bogatell Beach , Port Olímpic , and Poblenou Cemetery.

The blue route stops in Barcelona’s following landmarks: Monastery of Pedrables , Güell Pavilions, Camp Nou , Diagonal , Museu d’Art Contemporani de Barcelona , Plaça Catalunya , Fundació Antoni Tàpies , La Pedrera , Sagrada Familia , Gracia neighborhood, Park Güell , Blue Tram - Tibidabo and Sarriá.

All routes depart at  9 am  and the last departures leave at 7 pm . The buses come approximately every 20 minutes.

Depending on the season, the bus frequency varies, between 5 and 25 minutes.

The blue and red lines run every day all year round and the green route only runs between 15 April and 25 September.

Where to buy tickets?

If you don't want to waste a single second of your holidays, we recommend you book your tickets directly online via the following link: 

Night Tour Bus

It's always a magical experience to explore a city at night-time   when it's beautifully lit up and serene. The Bus Turístic organizes a unique night bus ride from June to September and it drives past Barcelona’s most emblematic landmarks all lit up.

The night bus service leaves from Plaça Catalunya at 9:30 pm and the tour lasts two hours and a half.

A ticket for an adult (over 13 years old) is €17  and for children from 4 to 12 years old is €10.

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The Golondrinas are tourist boats that cruise along the charming coastline of Barcelona. A different way to explore Barcelona. 

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The night is magical: tour it with the Barcelona Night Tour Bus

Enjoy the emblematic buildings, the light and color of the streets, under a sky full of stars. Enjoy the magic of the night, with the Barcelona Night Tour Bus.

Guided tour in Spanish, English or bilingual Catalan/Spanish.

10% discount on your online purchase

With just one ticket, enjoy the two routes of the Barcelona Bus Turístic, getting on and off the bus as many times as you like.

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Hop on Hop off Barcelona

Do you want to discover Barcelona from the comfort of a bus? If you were looking for a hop on hop off service in Barcelona , the Tourist Bus is your best option. We take you to the most emblematic corners of the city. You choose where to get on and where to get off, as many times as you want. And along the way, enjoy an audio guide in 16 languages, free Wi-Fi, a map of the city and tourist information.

You can choose among two routes that will take you through different areas of the city. Not only will you enjoy icons such as the Sagrada Família, Casa Batlló or La Pedrera, but you will also have the pleasure of discovering their best kept secrets. An original and fun way to discover a unique city. Enjoy the best hop on hop off service in Barcelona!

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Museums and history.

National Art Museum of Catalonia

Magic Fountain of Montjuïc

Art and culture.

Poble Espanyol

Casa Batlló

Gaudí and modernisme.

Basílica de la Sagrada Família

Districts and squares

Ciutadella Park

Parks and lookout points.

Tibidabo – Magic Mountain and Amusement Park

Leisure and tourist attractions.

Urquinaona - Catalunya - Universitat - Squares and streets

La Boqueria Market

Markets and gastronomy.

Palau Sant Jordi

MACBA – Barcelona Museum of Contemporary Art

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Useful Information

Timetable: from 9 am to 7 pm.

Buses run daily, except on 1 January and 25 December.

Consult the timetable of the Barcelona Night Tour Bus and Barcelona Christmas Tour.

Journey time and frequency

Each route lasts around 2 hours. The buses pass every 15 and 25 minutes, depending on the season.

Get information on the duration of Barcelona Night Tour Bus and Barcelona Christmas Tour on the Timetable web page.

From Plaça de Catalunya to FC Barcelona’s stadium via Passeig de Gràcia, Sagrada Família, Gràcia, Park Güell, Tibidabo and Pedralbes.

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Barcelona Bus

The Barcelona bus network is 100% accesible for people with reduced mobility

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Tickets & prices for 2022, hola bcn transport pass, recommendations.

After the metro , the bus is one of the most popular transportation options in Barcelona . Depending on your destination, it can be a more direct and efficient transportation option.

There are over 100 bus lines in Barcelona, covering all neighborhoods  and areas of the city. Following is an updated map of the Barcelona bus network , featuring the main lines.

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This main lines scan Barcelona in three different directions: vertical, horizontal and diagonal.

Each bus number is identified with the prefix letter. These routes have been designed in order to improve the connection between other means of transport like the Metro and the Tram system.

Furthermore, there is a set of secondary bus lines, with regular number scheme . They cover the remaining areas of Barcelona. 

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The Barcelona bus network is 100% accesible for people with reduced mobility.

Hola BCN  is a transport pass that offers unlimited access to the entire Barcelona transportation network . Features 2, 3, 4 and 5 day tickets, helping you save money in your process of discovering Barcelona. It covers metro, buses, tram, FGC Railway and Renfe suburban trains.

• Every bus stop has a layout of the entire bus network, the map of the lines that operate that bus stop and many have informative screens indicating the arrival of the next bus.
• Most bus stops are equipped with screens informing on waiting times and service disruptions.
• There is a Nocturnal Bus Service  ( Nitbus ) in Barcelona that works from 22:20 hours until 6:00, with an estimated frequency of 20 minutes between buses. All of the existing lines have stops at Plaza Cataluña.

Other means of transportation in Barcelona

The metro is the  most popular transportation system  in the city. Overall, is the fastest and easiest way to move around Barcelona.

The Barcelona Tram is quite new, extremely modern, works smoothly and services some areas of the city not well connected in the past.

FGC Railway

This network of  urban and suburban trains, connect Barcelona with nearby cities , such as  Montserrat .

Cable cars and funiculars

These transport systems  service mainly touristic spots,  whilst enjoying the best views in Barcelona.

Transport from the airport to Barcelona

Here you’ll find all information you need about  getting from Barcelona airport to the city center.

Taxis in Barcelona are not expensive, so it’s the best choice for a quick trip. It’s the fastest way of getting to the airport from the city center.

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Hop-On Hop-Off Barcelona Red Route

Embark on an architectural and cultural odyssey.

Hop-On Hop-Off  Barcelona Red Route Bus Tour is your key to an in-depth exploration of Barcelona's treasures. At the heart of this journey are emblematic monuments, each telling a unique story:

Casa Batlló : A work of art by Gaudí , this building is a jewel of Modernista architecture, captivating visitors with its undulating forms and colourful façade. La Pedrera -Casa Milà  : Another of Gaudí's masterpieces, famous for its unique roof and its importance in the history of architecture. Pavelló Mies van der Rohe : An emblematic example of the modern movement, known for its minimalist, innovative design. Poble Espanyol : A village that captures the architectural essence of the whole of Spain, offering a unique insight into the country's different regions. Fundació Joan Miró : This museum, dedicated to one of Catalonia's most influential artists, boasts an impressive collection of his work.

Map of the Barcelona Tourist Bus Red Route

Complete itinerary of the red route.

All the stops on the red line as they appear on the bus map, i.e. in Catalan: 

Plaça Catalunya : The starting point, the living heart of the city. Casa Batlló – Fundació Antoni Tàpies :  Enter the world of Gaudí and Antoni Tàpies , another great Catalan artist.  Passeig de Gràcia – La Pedrera :  An avenue lined with architectural treasures. Francesc Macià – Diagonal :  Discover a chic and dynamic district. Estació de Sants :  Close to Barcelona's main train station. Plaça Espanya : A place rich in history and culture. CaixaForum – Pavelló Mies van der Rohe : Immerse yourself in contemporary art and architecture. Poble Espanyol : A journey through Spanish architecture. MNAC : Discover the masterpieces of Romanesque art. Anella Olímpica : The emblematic sites of the 1992 Olympic Games. Fundació Joan Miró : Immerse yourself in the world of Miró. Telefèric de Montjuïc : See Barcelona from the air. Miramar – Jardins Costa i Llobera : Breathtaking sea views. World Trade Center : A modern business centre. Colom – Museu Marítim : Explore maritime history. Port Vell : The charm of the old port. Museu d’Història de Catalunya : A journey through time. Port Olímpic - Zoo : Entertainment and relaxation by the beach. Glòries : A stop near a modern shopping centre. Arc de Triomf - Barcelona Nord : A historic monument and a major railway station.

Connections between the Red Line and the Blue Line

The connections, where the Red and Blue lines of the Barcelona tourist bus meet at the same stop, are as follows:

> Plaça Catalunya stop: This is where the two lines meet, as it is a major and central stop in the city. > Casa Batlló - Fundació Antoni Tàpies stop: Both lines pass through this stop, offering easy access to these famous sites. > Passeig de Gràcia - La Pedrera stop: Another meeting point for the two lines, allowing passengers to explore this important part of the city. > Francesc Macià - Diagonal stop: The two lines also cross at this stop, located in an elegant part of Barcelona. The transfer points give you the flexibility to change lines and explore different aspects of the city without extra effort.

Opening hours

> The red line of the Barcelona Tourist Bus runs every day between 9am and 8pm (7pm in winter) and passes every 5 to 25 minutes depending on the season (for example, there are more buses in summer than in winter).

Route duration

> The total duration of the red route is approximately 2 hours.

Number of stops

The blue and red routes have a total of 31 stops and 4 connections. Your Hop on Hop Off Barcelona bus ticket is valid on these two routes for 1 working day or two working days, depending on the package you choose.

Start your open-air bus tour early in the morning, sitting at the top of the bus so you can take photos without a window in front of you. Start at the Plaça Catalunya stop on the Blue Line. Stop whenever you want to visit a monument or simply take the time to see it from the outside.

> Change from the Blue line to the Red line at the Francesc Macià - Diagonal stop to finish your journey with all the wonders of the Red line. This itinerary is perfectly feasible in a day, if you take the time to really visit 2 or 3 places.

Recognising a bus stop

You can recognise bus stops by the red and blue "Barcelona Bus Turístic" signs,

or simply by the red and blue markers along the route. 

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Hop On Hop Off Barcelona Bus Tours

Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

Barcelona , the vibrant capital of Catalonia, Spain, is celebrated for its history, architecture, and culture. Key attractions include the mesmerizing Sagrada Familia, the picturesque Park Güell, and the historic Gothic Quarter. 

One of the best ways to experience Barcelona is through Hop on Hop Off Buses . Simply hop on a bus, explore Barcelona's enchanting streets and hop off at any point of interest. Continue reading to learn more about Barcelona hop on hop off bus tours.

Why Choose Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours?

• Visit the Top Attractions: The hop on hop off bus tours take you to all the most important attractions in Barcelona, such as the Sagrada Familia, so you won't miss out on anything.
• Informative Commentary: Learn about the city's history, culture, and landmarks with fascinating commentary available on the buses.
• Easy & Efficient: Save time and energy by traveling between attractions on comfortable, air-conditioned buses, without the stress of figuring out public transportation or parking.
• Save Money: Choosing a hop-on-hop-off tour can often be more cost-saving than individual transportation fees, especially considering petrol and parking costs. Plus you can hop on and hop off as many times as you want.

Please check your tickets for more information on the features and inclusions.

Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Routes & Timings

The Barcelona city tour has two curated routes with a total of 32 stops. The West/Orange Route explores the western part of the city like Poble Espanyol and the Camp Nou Stadium. The East/Green Route tours the eastern part of the city, stopping at sites Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Barcelona Zoo and more.

32+ attractions covered

Barcelona Bus Turistic operates on 2 routes with 30 stops. The red route stops at several attractions in central Barcelona such as Ciutadella Park, Avinguda Diagonal, Montjuic, and Port Vell. The blue route covers Placa de Catalunya, FC Barcelona Stadium, Sagrada Familia and Park Guell.

30+ attractions covered

Your Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Tour Highlights

Sagrada Familia

The Sagrada Familia is a cathedral designed by Antoni Gaudí, created in 1882. However, it  still remains unfinished. You can climb the towers and visit the Sagrada Familia Museum. Another attraction close to Sagrada Familia is La Monumental, Barcelona’s famous bullring.

Casa Batllo

Casa Batllo is another building designed by Antoni Gaudi. Originally a remodel of an existing building, Gaudi redesigned it in 1904, and it has undergone multiple renovations since then. Casa Amatller, another historic house museum, and Casa Mila, the last private residence designed by Gaudi are located nearby.

Park Guell is a privately-owned park featuring gardens and beautiful architecture situated on Carmel Hill in Barcelona. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was also designed by Antoni Gaudi. The Gaudi Museum is located close to Park Guell.

Camp Nou (F.C. Barcelona)

Camp Nou is the complex that houses the historic football stadium that’s home to FC Barcelona. Fans of the historic club can also visit the FC Barcelona Museum to learn more about the stadium and the club’s most iconic players.

Poble Espanyol

Poble Espanyol is an open-air architectural museum featuring over 117 replica buildings from across Spain. It is located near Montjuic hill and the Historic Botanical Garden (or Jardi Botanic Historic).

Barcelona Zoo

Barcelona Zoo is one of the top attractions in the city and houses over 5500 animals from more than 400 species of mammals, reptiles, and birds. It is located near the El Poblenou district with cafes and tapas bars.

Frequently Asked Questions About Barcelona Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

Yes, you can get on the Barcelona hop-on hop-off tour at any stop on the route.

When you go to the stop locations along the tour, you will find signs for the relevant bus operator and route.

Yes, the Barcelona hop-on hop-off buses are child friendly.

Yes, the Barcelona hop-on hop-off tours are suitable for senior citizens.

No animals are not permitted on the buses.

Yes, the Barcelona hop-on hop-off buses are accessibility-friendly for wheelchair users.

There are no food options available and neither is there a restroom, but you can use the facilities available at any of the attractions you stop at.

No, any luggage larger than a backpack is not allowed on the buses.

No, the Barcelona hop-on hop-off buses do not offer hotel pickups or drop offs.

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Barcelona Bus Tour

Experience barcelona at your own pace with barcelona bus tour.

Discover the magic of Barcelona with the Bus Tour, the city's official tourist bus service (Barcelona Bus Turístic). With two main routes, Red and Blue, this bus tour is designed to help you discover the 35 most emblematic sites in the city. 

The Red Line: A journey through history and culture

Among the 21 stops on the Red line, don't hesitate to stop at the following stops:

• Casa Batlló: Start with the wonders of Gaudí and Catalan modernism.
• La Pedrera / Casa Milà: Explore the elegance of La Pedrera / Casa Milà and other architectural gems.
• CaixaForum stop: To discover the marvellous Pavelló Mies van der Rohe
• Poble Espanyol stop: A village featuring life-size reproductions of buildings, squares and streets representative of the different regions of Spain.
• Fundació Joan Miró: A fascinating dive into the unique and colourful world of Joan Miró, one of the most influential Catalan artists of the 20th century.

The Blue Route: Between Modernity and Natural Beauty

Among the 14 stops on the Blue Line, don't hesitate to stop at the following:

• Sagrada Família: Admire Gaudí's iconic unfinished basilica, a powerful symbol of Barcelona.
• Park Güell: Stroll through this enchanting park, a testament to Gaudí's innovation and creativity.
• Monestir de Pedralbes: Visit this tranquil monastery, a haven of peace in the heart of the city.
• Camp Nou: A must-see for football fans at FC Barcelona's legendary stadium.

Map of Red and Blue routes

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Why choose Bus Tour Barcelona?

• Total flexibility: hop on and off the bus at will to discover Barcelona at your own pace.
• Economical and fast: A cost-effective alternative to taxis and more efficient than public transport.
• Free multilingual audio guide with headphones: Enjoy a free audio guide in 16 languages to enhance your experience (English, Catalan, Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, Italian, Russian, Norwegian, Swedish, Turkish, Dutch).
• Exclusive Discounts: Benefit from discount coupons to visit the main attractions.
• A map of the city is offered on board.
• Free Wi-Fi on board!
• USB sockets for recharging your smartphone.
• Wheelchair accessible.
• Download the free Bus Turístic app and discover hundreds of fascinating things to see and do in the city.

Get Your Ticket

• Online purchase: 100% mobile and ticket-free: If you buy your Barcelona Hop on Hop Off ticket on our website, it will be mobile, i.e. it can either be printed out or stored in your mobile phone and presented to the bus driver. No more waiting to collect your ticket from a tourist office in the city.
• Immediate receipt of tickets

Using Your Ticket

• Validity: Tickets are valid for 90 days after purchase for one or two consecutive days.
• Present your smartphone ticket to the Barcelona Tourism representative when you board the bus for the first time.
• After scanning it, they will give you a paper ticket that you can use for all subsequent bus journeys.

Bus schedules

• Buses run every day between 9.00am and 8.00pm (7.00pm in winter) and pass every 5 to 25 minutes depending on the season (there are more buses in summer than in winter, for example).

Cancellation and postponement policy

• Cancellation is possible until 11.59pm the day before the visit. It is possible to reschedule your ticket at any time before your visit.

Barcelona Bus Tour is your passport to an unforgettable exploration of Barcelona's most emblematic sites. Book now for an adventure rich in discovery and emotion!

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