Perth Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
Overview
This Perth hop-on hop-off bus ticket lets you see the city's main sights at your own pace. Choose a 24-hour or 48-hour pass, validated the first time you board, and hop on and off as often as you like on the sightseeing loop. Multilingual audio commentary explains each stop, including Kings Park and the city centre. Buses run through the day, from about 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It suits first-time visitors, families and travellers who want an easy way to plan their days in Perth.
Highlights
- Unlimited hop-on hop-off travel for 24 or 48 hours, validated on first boarding
- Open-top sightseeing loop around central Perth and Kings Park
- Multilingual audio commentary at every stop
- Board at any stop on the route, with no fixed start point
- Buses run from about 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- A simple way to link Kings Park, Elizabeth Quay and the city's cultural attractions
- Child, senior and student tickets available
Full Description
How the Perth hop-on hop-off bus works
A hop-on hop-off bus is a sightseeing loop: you buy a ticket for 24 or 48 hours, board at any stop and get off whenever you see something you want to explore. Another bus arrives a little later, and your ticket lets you continue. The ticket is validated on your first boarding, so you can start on the morning you choose.
For visitors who ask what the best way is to see Perth in one or two days, this is a simple answer. Audio commentary in several languages is included, and the open-top upper deck is ideal for photos on a sunny day.
Kings Park and Botanic Garden
Kings Park is one of the largest inner-city parks in the world and the most popular stop on any Perth sightseeing route. It sits on a hill above the city, with a botanic garden of Western Australian plants, a treetop walkway, war memorials and wide views over the river and the skyline. Many visitors ask whether Kings Park is worth visiting, and the answer is yes, especially in spring when wildflowers bloom.
Allow at least two or three hours here. Walk the paths, visit the lookouts and have a coffee at one of the cafes, then rejoin the bus at the stop when you are ready.
Elizabeth Quay and the city centre
Elizabeth Quay is the city's waterfront precinct on the Swan River, with a lagoon, a pedestrian bridge, cafes and views of the water. It is near the ferry terminals and close to the Bell Tower, and it is a good place to stop for lunch or a walk along the river.
From the city centre the route also reaches cultural attractions such as the museum and art gallery precinct, depending on the stops. The route and stops can change, so check the route map when you board and choose the places you want to hop off first.
Choosing a 24-hour or 48-hour ticket
A 24-hour ticket suits a single busy day, when you want to hit the main sights in one loop. A 48-hour ticket gives you a second day, which is better if you want time at Kings Park, the waterfront and museums without rushing.
Tickets are for the bus only, and entry to attractions along the route and food and drinks are not included. There are separate rates for children, seniors and students with ID, and infants have their own place. Buses run from about 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Itinerary
- Board at any stopFind a stop on the route and show your ticket; it is validated on your first boarding.
- Ride the sightseeing loopSit on the open-top deck and listen to audio commentary in your language.
- Hop off at Kings ParkSpend a few hours in the park and botanic garden.
- Hop off at the waterfrontVisit Elizabeth Quay and the city centre for lunch and a walk.
- Continue or returnRide the loop again, or use the second day if you chose a 48-hour ticket.
What's included
- 24-hour hop-on hop-off ticket
- Multilingual audio commentary
Not included
- Entry tickets to attractions along the route
- Food and drinks
Not suitable for
- Travellers who need step-free boarding at every stop
- Anyone who wants a guided tour with a live guide
Meeting point
There is no fixed meeting point. Board at any stop on the route, and the ticket is validated on your first boarding. Buses run from about 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and your booking voucher includes the route information.
Important information
- The ticket is validated the first time you board, and then runs for 24 or 48 hours.
- Buses run from about 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM; check the timetable at each stop.
- Entry tickets to attractions along the route are not included.
- Food and drinks are not included.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen for the open-top deck, and a light jacket in winter.
- Audio commentary is available in several languages via headphones.
- Adults are aged 15 to 59, seniors 60 and over, children 5 to 14, and students with ID aged 16 to 27 have a rate; infants 4 and younger have their own place.
- Route and stops can change for events, roadworks and weather.
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the Perth hop-on hop-off bus ticket cost?
The price depends on the option you choose, that is 24 or 48 hours, and on the traveller type. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each option, for adults, children, seniors and students.
What is the difference between the 24-hour and 48-hour tickets?
They give the same bus and commentary. The 48-hour ticket lasts two days, which is better if you want to spend more time at Kings Park and the waterfront.
When does the ticket start?
The ticket is validated the first time you board, and then runs for 24 or 48 hours from that moment.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. Board at any stop on the route. There is no fixed meeting point.
How often do the buses run?
Buses run through the day, from about 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Check the timetable at the stop for the current frequency.
Is commentary available in other languages?
Yes. Multilingual audio commentary is included with the ticket.
Are attraction tickets included?
No. The ticket covers the bus only. Entry to attractions along the route and food and drinks are not included.
Is the bus suitable for children?
Yes. Children aged 5 to 14 have their own rate, and infants aged 4 and younger can ride too.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Choose your date in the booking panel to see availability. You can normally start the pass on the day you choose.
What is the best time to take the Perth sightseeing bus?
Start in the morning when the light is good and the buses have just begun running. Spring, when wildflowers bloom at Kings Park, is especially popular.
