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Combo (Save 5%): Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kyoto Tower Tickets

Name: Combo (Save 5%): Kyoto Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Kyoto Tower Tickets
Start: 2024-12-20T10:30:00
End: 2024-12-20T21:00:00
Location: Kyoto

Kyoto sightseeing bus passing Kinkaku-ji Temple with tourists exploring.

Kyoto sightseeing bus passing Kinkaku-ji Temple with tourists onboard.

Kyoto sightseeing bus at a stop near traditional Japanese architecture.

Kyoto sightseeing bus passing by traditional Japanese architecture.

With this pocket-friendly combo, explore Kyoto with a flexible hop-on hop-off pass and visit the must-see Tokyo Tower.

Select your preference

2-Day HOHO Pass + Kyoto Tower Tickets

¥4,900

¥4,655

Save 5%

Valid for 2 consecutive calendar days
Access to Red, Purple & Green routes
Audio guide in 7 languages
Free Wi-Fi
Poncho/raincoat (during rainy season)
Entry to Kyoto Tower (near stop 1, Red, Purple & Green routes)

1-Day HOHO Pass + Kyoto Tower Tickets

¥6,900

¥6,555

Save 5%

Valid for 1 calendar day
Access to Red, Purple & Green routes
Audio guide in 7 languages
Free Wi-Fi
Poncho/raincoat (during rainy season)
Entry to Kyoto Tower (near stop 1, Red, Purple & Green routes)

Highlights

Get access to 14 stops dotted around the city like Nijo Castle and the Kamo River, choose between a 1-day or 2-day hop-on hop-off pass.
See the city's greatest spots from the comfort of the double-deckers and let the 7-language audio guide entertain you.
Kyoto Tower, The city's tallest, this lighthouse-inspired landmark is where modern meets ancient, offering views that'll leave you speechless.
Up, up, and away! The observation deck's telescopes turn you into a time-traveling detective, spotting hidden gems across Kyoto's historic skyline.
Fun fact: Kyoto Tower was completed in 1964 during the Tokyo Olympics. Its design was inspired by the Eiffel Tower in Paris, and it was built using a lattice structure.

Inclusions

Kyoto HOHO

1 or 2-day unlimited hop-on-hop-off pass by Sky Hop Bus
Access to Red, Purple & Green routes
Audio guide in Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, French & German
Free Wi-Fi
Poncho/raincoat (during rainy season)

Kyoto Tower

Entry to Kyoto Tower (near stop 1, Red, Purple & Green routes)

Cancellation policy

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Reviews

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Catriona

4/5

Nov, 2024

The commentary is pretty informative but delivered in a rather robotic voice. Worth improving the delivery. Also, the on board staff member tended to speak over the commentary to say what the next stop was. Better timing of announcements needed.

Coral

5/5

Nov, 2024

We had great staff helping us with our stroller and wheelchair, everything was very well explained and Ilwe loved the tour and the city! Keep up with the great work!

Mirko

4/5

Nov, 2024

In the end all OK, but a lot of checking and rechecking at check-in. Seemed like they weren't sure if the tickets were valid, but in the end everything was fine.

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Stephanie

4/5

Nov, 2024

We had a one day pass and managed to see the sites we wanted to (not all the sites in the tour). Visited Nijo-Jo Castle, The Golden Pavillion and SanjuSangendo on the red bus then caught the purple bus back to Kyoto Station and another purple bus to Gion for late pm early eve. Got the last bus back from Gion. All worked really well

Camille

4/5

Oct, 2024

On time bus was good because you could rely on catching the next bus. But the Museum was closed at one of the stops but we NOT advised of that. So we wasted time doing nothing waiting for next bus. As a tourist service, the people who run the service should know this and advise passengers.

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Routes & schedule

Make your way to Kyoto's top attractions with this easy-on-the-pocket combo deal.

Kyoto HOHO

Embark on an enriching journey through Kyoto's heritage on our hop-on hop-off tour. From Nijo Castle's 'Nightingale Floors' that chirp like birds to Heian Shrine's iconic torii gate, discover the city's secrets.

Schedule

Red route

First bus: 9am from Kyoto Station
Last bus: 7pm from Kyoto Station
Frequency: Every 40 mins
Popular stops: Nijo-Jo Castle, Kinkaku-ji Temple

Purple route

First bus: 9:20am from Kyoto Station
Last bus: 5:09pm from Kyoto Station
Frequency: Every 40 mins
Popular stops: Daitoku-ji Temple, Kyoto Imperial Palace

Green route

First bus: 12:15pm from Kyoto Station
Last bus: 6:01pm from Kyoto Station
Frequency: Every 2 hours
Popular stops: Ginkaku-ji Temple, Kyoto National Museum

Please click here for a detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Kyoto Tower

Kyoto Tower, a modern architectural marvel amidst the historic splendor of Kyoto, Japan, stands as a symbol of the city's fusion of tradition and modernity. Soaring 131 meters (430 feet) into the sky, this sleek steel structure offers breathtaking panoramic views of Kyoto and its surrounding landscapes. Visitors can ascend the tower using high-speed elevators to reach the observation deck. From here, they can witness the stunning vistas of Kyoto's historical districts, including the iconic Kinkaku-ji (Golden Pavilion) and the Kyoto Imperial Palace. Kyoto Tower also houses a hotel, a shopping arcade, and several dining options, making it a multifaceted destination for tourists and locals alike.

Operating hours

Kyoto Tower

Monday	10:00 AM - 09:00 PM	last entry 08:30 PM
Tuesday	10:00 AM - 09:00 PM	last entry 08:30 PM
Wednesday	10:00 AM - 09:00 PM	last entry 08:30 PM
Thursday	10:00 AM - 09:00 PM	last entry 08:30 PM
Friday	10:00 AM - 09:00 PM	last entry 08:30 PM
Saturday	10:00 AM - 09:00 PM	last entry 08:30 PM
Sunday	10:00 AM - 09:00 PM	last entry 08:30 PM

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Kyoto HOHO

Keep in mind food & beverages and alcohol are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

Accessibility

Kyoto Tower

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Kyoto HOHO

Children under six years of age can travel for free if they are not occupying a separate seat.
Facilities: lockers, rooves, air conditioning/heating (depending on the season).

Kyoto Tower

You can use the telescopes installed on the observation deck of the 5th floor of Kyoto Tower for free.
On the 5th-floor observation deck of Kyoto Tower, you can find 8 touch-panel tourist information monitors for you to download the information onto your smartphone by scanning the QR codes.
Children under 3 years of age can enter for free and for children aged 3-5 tickets must be purchased onsite.