11 Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tours in Australia Worth the Fare

1.Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,697 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $51Our pick

Use a 24- or 48-hour pass on Sydney’s red City Route and blue Bondi Tour, covering 23 stops. Add the Captain Cook harbour cruise for views of the Opera House, Bridge, Manly, Watsons Bay, and Taronga Zoo. An optional night tour adds a 90-minute city ride.

“Pat our Guide was absolut Great!!! Unfortunately the weather was bad so we could not see the full beauty. Time sometimes was too limited during the actions we had.”

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2.Big Bus Sydney and Bondi Hop-on Hop-off Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,690 reviews · from $52

Use a 24 or 48-hour pass on Sydney’s red city and blue Bondi routes. Ride past the Opera House, Harbour Bridge, The Rocks, Fish Market, and Bondi Beach, hopping off as you please. Add a Captain Cook harbor pass or evening panoramic tour if your schedule allows.

“The hop on hop off big bus was really easy to use. It was fun to travel around the city. It was pretty hot so wearing sunscreen is definitely recommended.”

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3.Hobart Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 565 reviews · from $32Best value

Ride Red Decker’s open-top bus around Hobart on a 90-minute loop with stops near the waterfront, Salamanca Place, Battery Point, Cascade Brewery, and the Botanical Gardens. Choose a 24- or 48-hour pass, listen to onboard commentary, and hop off when a stop suits your plans.

“This was my second time visiting Hobart, but my first experience on the hop-on hop-off bus—and I was genuinely surprised! The route took my partner and me to places we’d never seen before, and the guide’s commentary brought each stop to life with fascinating historical insights. Whether it’s your first visit or you’ve been before, this tour is a fantastic way to discover more of Hobart.”

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4.Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 428 reviews · from $35

Explore Darwin by open-top double-decker bus with a 24 or 48-hour pass. Ride past Crocosaurus Cove, Cullen Bay, Mindil Beach, museums, the Military Museum, and the Waterfront Precinct. Prerecorded commentary explains the city as you go, while hop-on access lets you set your own pace.

“Very friendly and approachable bus driver. Route allowed for easy travel between locations. Recommended.”

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5.Barossa Valley Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 418 reviews · from $71Top rated

Start at Adelaide’s Stamford Plaza at 9:30 am and spend about five hours choosing wineries, food stops, and cafes on an hourly Barossa circuit. Guides such as Laurie, Yvette, Brett, Bronnie, and Nathan add local insight, while tastings and meals are paid directly at each venue.

“Bronnie was an excellent host. Extremely knowledgeable, very engaging and ran a perfectly timed trip. We thoroughly enjoyed our tour and would definitely recommend this tour operator to any first timers visiting the Barossa valley. Thanks so much for an excellent trip 😊!”

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6.Hobart: Kunanyi/Mt Wellington Hop-on Hop-off Bus Pass

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 343 reviews · 2h 15m · from $35

Take the Explorer Bus from Brooke Street Pier to Kunanyi/Mt Wellington, 1,270 metres above Hobart. You get 30 minutes at the summit, live English commentary, and the option to hop off at Fern Tree Park, The Springs, The Chalet, Big Bend, or The Pinnacle. Guides such as Greg, Tony, and Paul add local insight.

“The Guide Driver was great , The iconic view is really Amazing and all instructions and explanations about the tour were clear , we enjoyed the transport , view and the Driver's historical knowledge”

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7.McLaren Vale North Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 251 reviews · from $71

Spend about seven hours exploring McLaren Vale North from Adelaide or McLaren Vale. Your driver links more than 15 winery stops, with guides such as Nathan, Bronnie, Yvette, and Lorry offering local tips. Tastings, lunch, and food are paid directly to each venue.

“Travelling with friends - easy, fun. Bus driver was excellent - knowledgeable about the wineries and Adelaide.”

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8.Darwin: Big Bus Open-Top Hop-on Hop-off Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 159 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $34

Ride Darwin’s open-top double-decker bus between 12 city stops, with English commentary and time to visit the Botanic Gardens, Crocosaurus Cove, Waterfront Precinct, military museum, and Mindil Beach. Choose one day, two days, or a two-day ticket with Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS entry.

“Great tour of Darwin,, Gets you around all the interesting spots and drop off points”

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9.Adelaide Hills & Hahndorf Hop-On Hop-Off Wine Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · from $71

Spend about seven hours exploring Adelaide Hills and Hahndorf by air-conditioned hop-on hop-off bus. Choose from 10 to 15 wineries, cheesemongers, and other venues, then return to Adelaide around 5pm. Guides such as Brett, Yvette, Nathan, and Bonnie add local tips and easygoing commentary.

“Excellent service with excellent tour guide and attention to details. If you are passionate about wines, this tour is simply perfect. Very knowledgeable and friendly staff. Thanks.”

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10.Barossa Valley: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 66 reviews · 8 hours · from $70

Choose up to four one-hour stops from a broad list of Barossa wineries and food venues, then let TrailHopper handle the driving. Guides such as Nathan, Bronnie, Yvette, and Laurel add local tips, while you pay tasting and food costs directly at each stop.

“Amazing! Bronnie is amazing! So knowledgeable and such a character!”

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11.48 Hour Hobart City Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 49 reviews · 2 days · from $38

Ride Hobart’s Red Decker bus for a 90-minute loop or hop on and off at 20 stops over 48 hours. Hear GPS commentary in English or seven other languages, enjoy top-deck views, and reach sights including Salamanca Place, Cascade Brewery, MONA ferry terminal, and the Botanic Gardens.

“I've always liked and done the hop on hop off bus when ever I visit a different city as it always showcase the best of the city. I highly recommend doing this on your first day in Hobart so as to know which places you want to go to for the rest of your trip.”

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