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The 15 Best Bus Tours in Spain

29 tours  ·  from $8 a head

Barcelona, Madrid and Seville all run multi-line loops that overlap awkwardly. These 15 say which line covers what, how the 24 and 48-hour tickets compare, and which coach days out are worth the early start.

Barcelona: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - The orange route reaches Montjuïc and Camp Nou
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Barcelona: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1.24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 20,872 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $39Our pick

Explore Barcelona by double-decker bus on two routes linking Sagrada Família, Park Güell, Port Olímpic, FC Barcelona stadium, and the National Art Museum of Catalonia. Hop off for a closer look, then rejoin the route. Audio commentary comes in 16 languages, with 24 or 48-hour ticket options.

“What a great way to start your vacation with a tour of the city. We were able to see the sights and determine our itinerary for the rest of the week. We purchased the one day ticket but were able to purchase another day on the tour.”

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Barcelona: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Red Route: from Gaudí to the sea
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Barcelona: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

2.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 10,061 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $39

Use one ticket on Barcelona’s Red and Blue routes, with 38 stops covering Gaudí landmarks, the Gothic Quarter, beaches, Montjuïc, Park Güell, and FC Barcelona. An audio guide is available in 16 languages, and buses run about every 20 minutes from 9am to 7pm.

“Only issue was that the bus stops at 7pm no matter what station you are at. We thought the bus ended at the last station. We had to take a taxi to our hotel.”

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From Madrid: Guided Day Trip to Toledo by Bus - Starting at Plaza de Neptuno
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From Madrid: Guided Day Trip to Toledo by Bus

3.Guided Day Trip to Toledo by Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 5,280 reviews · 6 - 9 hours · from $40

Travel from Madrid to Toledo with an English and Spanish guide, stopping at the Mirador del Valle and a sword-making workshop before a one-hour walk through medieval streets. Choose a six-hour Express trip or nine-hour option with Cathedral entry and VIP access to seven monuments.

“This was one of the best tours I’ve ever been on. Tour guides were great and the place is amazing!!”

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City Sightseeing Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour - Starting at Plaça de Catalunya
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City Sightseeing Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour

4.City Sightseeing Barcelona Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 5,250 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Ride Barcelona’s open-top Bus Turistic on two routes with unlimited hop-on, hop-off access for 24 or 48 hours. Use the audio guide in 16 languages, free Wi-Fi, panoramic seats, and discount coupons to reach Gaudí sites, Montjuïc, beaches, museums, and more.

“It was a little difficult to find the initial bus at the square but after that, it was great. Had a great time.”

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Seville: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Stop 1: Paseo de Colón and the bullring
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Seville: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

5.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 4,633 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $33

Ride Seville’s City Sightseeing bus past the Guadalquivir, Plaza de España, Triana, Macarena, and more. Use the 24-hour ticket for a city overview, or choose 48 hours for extra walks, church entry, stadium access, bike rental, and attraction discounts.

“Great city, just wished it wasn’t raining. We did two loops and did NOT get off the bus!”

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Palma de Mallorca: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Starting near the waterfront at Antoni Maura
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Palma de Mallorca: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

6.Palma de Mallorca: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 4,450 reviews · 1 day · from $32

Use a 24-hour open-top bus ticket to see Palma’s old town, waterfront, marina, Bellver Castle, and Spanish Village. An eight-language audio guide explains the sights, while the Essential ticket adds your choice of Bellver Castle or Pueblo Espanyol, CaixaForum, and several discounts.

“Pqlma is a very beautiful city! The bus was a wonderful way to explore.”

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Granada City Train 1 or 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket - Following the Alhambra Route from Stop 1
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Granada City Train 1 or 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket

7.Granada City Train 1 or 2-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3,128 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $8Best value

Ride Granada’s open-air city train along the Alhambra Route, stopping near the Alhambra, Plaza Nueva, Cathedral, Mirador de San Cristóbal, and more. Use a single-ride, one-day, or two-day ticket, with audio commentary in 12 languages. Bring your own headphones and expect cobbled streets to be bumpy.

“It was great way to look around the city with a reasonable price! Highly recommended!”

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Madrid Panoramic City Bus Tour - Green Route: Salamanca, Castellana, and the Bernabéu
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Madrid Panoramic City Bus Tour

8.Madrid Panoramic City Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 3,118 reviews · 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Ride Madrid’s open-top double-decker bus on a 24-hour panoramic ticket covering historic and modern routes. See the Royal Palace, Prado area, Gran Vía, Salamanca, Bernabéu Stadium, and KIO Towers with audio commentary in 14 languages. This is a continuous ride, not a hop-on hop-off service.

“Great thanks gave a good insight to Madrid to give us an idea of where and what to do- good way to start”

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Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Boat - The waterfront route from Pla de Palau to the beaches
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Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Boat

9.Barcelona City Tour Hop-On Hop-Off with Optional Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 3,012 reviews · 2 hours 20 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Ride Barcelona’s two connected hop-on hop-off routes past Sagrada Família, Park Güell, Montjuïc, Port Vell, and the beaches. Use a 24 or 48-hour pass, listen to multilingual audio, and add a one-hour catamaran cruise from the harbor.

“There understanding is hearing issues is very limited. I was unable to use there so called hearing assisted system. The your was beyond amazing. Ride on the top although it was raining if was the best view.”

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Malaga: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - The Red Route, from Vialia to the port
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Malaga: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

10.Malaga: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 2,619 reviews · 1 day · from $32

See Malaga from an open-top double-decker bus on a 24-hour pass covering the port, La Malagueta, Roman Theatre, Alcazaba, Picasso’s birthplace, and more. Choose a basic sightseeing ticket or a package with museums, flamenco, virtual reality, and other extras.

“Paco driver of bus 16 was an excellent driver and very helpful ! Wonderful experience!”

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City Sightseeing Seville Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Plaza de España and Maria Luisa Park
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City Sightseeing Seville Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

11.City Sightseeing Seville Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 1,782 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $33

See Seville from an open-top double-decker bus with multilingual audio commentary and flexible hop-on, hop-off access. The route links Plaza de España, Triana, the Guadalquivir, Macarena, Isla Mágica, and more. Choose a 24-hour pass for basic sightseeing or 48 hours for walking tours and added extras.

“Good hop on hop off bus. Lots to see and good information on all the areas along the way. Recommend the bus”

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Madrid: Panoramic Open-Top Bus Day or Night Tour with Guide - Starting at the Monument to Goya
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Madrid: Panoramic Open-Top Bus Day or Night Tour with Guide

12.Panoramic Open-Top Bus Day or Night Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 916 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $28

Take a 1.5-hour open-top bus circuit through central Madrid by day or night. A live English and Spanish guide points out the Prado, Royal Palace, Gran Vía, Puerta de Alcalá, Cibeles, and Atocha. Sit upstairs for the best views, but expect a moving tour with no photo stops.

“The tour was very interesting. Andrea, our guide, was helpful, kind and with a good sense of humour. I really enjoyed touring Madrid and learning about its landmarks.”

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Las Palmas: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - Starting at Parque Santa Catalina
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Las Palmas: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

13.Las Palmas: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 888 reviews · 1 day · from $29

Ride an open-top double-decker through Las Palmas, from Santa Catalina and Las Canteras to Vegueta and the cathedral. Use the multilingual audio guide, hop off for a guided old-town walk, and choose a ticket with extras such as a boat trip, museums, tapas, and shopping discounts.

“The bus was dirty with leftover maps that people just screwed up and left behind on the floor. We travelled on the upper deck and the rubbish was flying around our heads. Some of the headphone jacks were non-operational inside the bus. We sat upstairs despite the weather so we could listen to the English version of the information. It would be advantageous to be given information regarding the upcoming stop so you were aware of what was in the area to decide whether to get off there. The tour lasted for the full 75minutes as advertised and it was fabulous to see the town area for the new and…”

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Madrid: Open-Top Big Bus Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide - The Prado, Reina Sofia, and Thyssen-Bornemisza
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Madrid: Open-Top Big Bus Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide

14.Open-Top Big Bus Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 838 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $33

Take a 90-minute open-top Big Bus tour past Madrid’s Royal Palace, Prado, Retiro Park, Puerta de Alcalá, and Cibeles Fountain. A bilingual guide, including popular hosts such as Juan and Javi, adds history, jokes, trivia, and occasional music. This is a continuous sightseeing ride, not a hop-on hop-off ticket.

“We had the best time touring around Madrid via the big bus. Great to help you get a better understanding of the city and decide which other venues you might want to spend more time in.”

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Cadiz: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour - The 75-minute circuit from Avenida del Puerto
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Cadiz: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

15.Cadiz: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 753 reviews · 2 days · from $32

Use a two-day City Sightseeing pass to circle Cádiz by open-top double-decker bus. Ride past the cathedral, Tavira Tower, Roman Theatre, La Caleta, city walls, and Atlantic beaches, with audio commentary, flexible stops, and small discounts around the city.

“Two day bus tour of Cadiz. Tour only takes 90 mins but highlights all sights , great for stopping off. We used second day to go to beach area , drinks tapas and bus back to our starting spot.”

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