🚌 Hop-On Hop-Off Bus in Istanbul

The Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing bus is one of the best ways to explore Istanbul comfortably, especially if it’s your first visit. You can get off at any main stop to visit attractions, then hop back on with the same ticket.

✅ Benefits

• Covers the top landmarks: Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Taksim, Bosphorus.
• Hop-On Hop-Off service: unlimited rides within the ticket validity (24h or 48h).
• Audio commentary available in 8–10 languages (including Arabic & English).
• Air-conditioned buses with open-top deck for panoramic views.

🎟️ Tickets & Prices

• Tickets available for 24h or 48h.
• Purchase online or at main stops (Sultanahmet, Taksim, etc.).
• Payment by cash or card.
• Average price: €30–40 per person.

📍 Main Stops

• Sultanahmet (Hagia Sophia – Blue Mosque)
• Grand Bazaar
• Bosphorus Pier – Kabataş
• Taksim Square
• Dolmabahçe Palace

🌐 Useful Links

• Official Website: Big Bus Istanbul
• Online Tickets: GetYourGuide – Istanbul Bus
• Traveler Reviews: TripAdvisor – Big Bus Istanbul

💡 Tips

• Start your tour early to make the most of all stops.
• On sunny days, sit on the open-top deck for the best views.
• Consider the 48h ticket to spread visits comfortably.
• Traffic in Istanbul can delay buses, so plan extra time.