See Stockholm’s islands and landmarks from an open-top bus.
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Stockholm Hop-On-Hop-Off Tours
Stockholm has two ways to use hop-on hop-off buses. You can buy a standalone bus ticket from Red Sightseeing, or get the Go City All-Inclusive Pass which includes bus rides plus entry to 50+ attractions. Here’s how to decide.
Red Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus (24 or 72 Hours)
- Red Sightseeing runs dedicated hop-on hop-off buses with 20 stops covering Stockholm’s major attractions.
- You get unlimited rides for 24 or 72 hours from first use, with buses arriving every 30 minutes at each stop.
- The full circuit takes 90 minutes, and you’ll hear audio commentary in 14 languages as you ride.
- Choose this if you want a straightforward way to get around Stockholm’s main sights with flexible transport.
Go City: Stockholm All-Inclusive Pass
- The All-Inclusive Pass gets you into 72 attractions across Stockholm, and it includes unlimited rides on the green Stromma and red City Sightseeing buses. You can choose passes lasting 1 to 5 consecutive calendar days.
- Pick this option if you plan to visit multiple museums, tours, and experiences. The pass pays for itself if you visit 3-4 major attractions per day, and the included hop-on hop-off transport helps you move between them.
Highlights
Tickets & Prices
You can buy a standalone hop-on hop-off ticket from Red Sightseeing, or get the Go City Pass which bundles bus rides with museum entries.
- Red Sightseeing offers 24-hour and 72-hour options that start counting when you first board.
- Go City sells 1 to 5-day passes that run on calendar days, meaning each day ends at midnight regardless of when you start.
Detailed Pricing Tables
72-hour tickets offer the best value, costing only €12.20 per day (a 24-hour ticket costs €31.00).
| 24 Hours | 72 Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | €31.00 | €36.60 (€12.20 per day) |
| Child (7-15) | €15.50 | €18.30 (€6.10 per day) |
Children aged 0-6 travel free when accompanied by a paying adult (maximum 2 children per adult).
| 1 Day | 2 Days | 3 Days | 4 Days | 5 Days | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult | SEK 899 | SEK 1,299 | SEK 1,599 | SEK 1,799 | SEK 1,949 |
| Child (6-15) | SEK 299 | SEK 449 | SEK 599 | SEK 699 | SEK 749 |
These are the base rates. Click here for the latest prices in your currency and book online.
The Go City Pass works on consecutive calendar days, not 24-hour periods. If you activate your pass at 15:00, it ends at midnight that same day.
Choose a Ticket
- Pick the Red Sightseeing 72-hour ticket if you mainly need comprehensive transport around Stockholm. Red Sightseeing covers 20 stops including practical ones like Central Station and City Terminalen (for airport buses), plus scenic spots like Fjällgatan viewpoint and the SoFo district. The 72-hour option costs just a few more than the 24-hour ticket.
- Go for the Go City All-Inclusive Pass if you want to visit museums and attractions. The included City Sightseeing buses cover the essential 15 stops at major sights (Vasa Museum, Royal Palace, Old Town, Skansen, ABBA Museum, City Hall), which is enough for most visitors. The pass breaks even after visiting 3-4 attractions on a 3-day pass.
- Consider route coverage. Red Sightseeing has 5 more stops than City Sightseeing, making it better for detailed exploration and getting between hotels, transport hubs, and neighborhoods. City Sightseeing’s tighter route (60 minutes vs 90 minutes) means faster loops between major attractions, which works well when you want to visit as many museums as possible.
- Both operators stop at Stockholm’s main attractions: Royal Palace, Old Town, Vasa Museum, Skansen, ABBA Museum, Gröna Lund, Karlaplan, Stureplan, Hötorget, and City Hall. The difference is in the extra stops and whether you need museum admissions included.
Comparing Red Sightseeing 72h vs. Go City 3-Day Pass
| Feature | Red Sightseeing 72-Hour | Go City 3-Day |
|---|---|---|
| Best For | Hop-on Hop-off Only | First-time Visitor |
| Price (Adult) | €36.60 | SEK 1,599 = ~€145.00 |
| Price (Child) | €18.30 | SEK 599 = ~€55.00 |
| Validity | 72 hours from first ride | 3 consecutive calendar days |
| Bus Operator | Red Sightseeing | Stromma/City Sightseeing |
| Stops | 20 (16 year-round, 4 summer) | 15 + cruise terminals |
| Loop Time | 90 minutes | 60 minutes (longer on cruise days) |
| Frequency | Every 30 minutes | Every 30 minutes |
| Audio Languages | 14 | 11 |
| WiFi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Real-time Bus Tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Central Station | ✓ | |
| City Terminalen | ✓ | |
| Fjällgatan Viewpoint | ✓ (in summer) | |
| Södermalm Stops | ✓ (in summer) | |
| ICE Bar | ✓ | |
| Strandvägen | ✓ | |
| Museum Entries | ✓ 72 attractions | |
| Royal Canal Boat | ✓ (in summer) |
FAQs about Tickets & Pricing
Where can I buy tickets?
Buy Red Sightseeing tickets online or at kiosks near major stops. Online booking lets you check availability for your date, using the booking module on this page. Go City Passes are sold online and activate when you first scan them at an attraction.
Do children get discounts?
Red Sightseeing charges half price for kids 7-15. Children 0-6 ride free with a paying adult (maximum 2 free children per adult).
Go City offers child passes for ages 6-15, and younger kids get free museum entry when with an adult.
Can I change or cancel my booking date?
Yes. You can reschedule or cancel up to 24 hours before your visit.
Are combo tickets available?
Red Sightseeing focuses on transport only. However, the Go City All-Inclusive Pass essentially works as a combo ticket, including both hop-on hop-off transport and entry to 72 attractions. If you want transport plus attractions, the Go City Pass is your combo option.
Route Maps & Stops
Stockholm has two main hop-on hop-off operators. Red Sightseeing runs independently with 20 stops covering broader ground including transport hubs. City Sightseeing (included with Go City Pass) operates 15 stops focusing on major tourist attractions with a tighter route.
Red Sightseeing Route
Red Sightseeing operates one continuous route with 20 stops across Stockholm. Four stops close from October through April.
- Download the full route map to plan your stops (PDF).
- Download the Red Sightseeing app to see live bus locations on the map and exact stop positions.
Route Overview:
- Duration: 90 minutes full loop
- Frequency: Every 30 minutes
- Operating Hours: 09:30-17:00 (regular schedule). Winter: limited dates only (12 Nov 11:00-17:00, 8 Dec 11:30-17:00, 13 Dec 11:30-17:00)
- Starting Point: Central Station (Stop 1) – temporarily relocated 100m from original location, next to McDonald’s under the bridge
- Audio Guide: 14 languages
- Seasonal Note: Stops 3, 4, 5, 6 operate May-September only
Stops:
- Central Station – Main transport hub for trains, metro, and connections across Stockholm
- Gustav Adolfs Torg/Royal Opera House – Royal Opera building on Stockholm’s most central square
- Old Town (suspended October to April) – Gamla Stan medieval streets, cafes, museums, shops. Tourist info at Västerlånggatan 52
- Fjällgatan (suspended October to April) – Stockholm’s best viewpoint, walk up for skyline photos or down to Fotografiska museum
- Viking Line & Cruise Berth S167 (suspended October to April) – Ferry terminal for Helsinki and cruise ships
- Medborgarplatsen (suspended October to April) – Stockholm’s biggest square in Södermalm, surrounded by bars and restaurants
- Royal Palace – Watch the changing of the guards daily
- Kungsträdgården – Central park with events, ice skating, cherry blossoms
- Nybroplan/Dramatic Theatre – Royal Theatre with five stages, boat tour departure point
- Vasa Museum – 17th-century warship recovered after 333 years underwater
- Skansen – Gröna Lund – ABBA Museum – World’s oldest open-air museum, amusement park, music museum
- Nordiska Museum – Swedish cultural history on Djurgården island
- Frihamnen F634 Cruise Terminal – Cruise ship terminal
- Frihamnen F638 Cruise Terminal – Cruise ship terminal
- Karlaplan – Östermalm district, near National Historical Museum
- Stureplan – Nightlife district with shopping, restaurants, bars, clubs
- Hötorget – Concert hall, market, shopping street, Paradox Museum
- City Terminalen – Main bus terminal for all Stockholm airports (Arlanda, Skavsta, Bromma, Västerås)
- Rådhuset – Kungsholmen neighborhood with restaurants and cafes
- City Hall – Nobel Prize banquet location, tower with panoramic views
Route Highlights:
Djurgården museum cluster (Stops 10-12) lets you visit Vasa Museum, Skansen, ABBA Museum, Gröna Lund, and Nordiska Museum without traveling far. Transport connections at Central Station and City Terminalen make this route practical for getting between airports, hotels, and attractions. Summer-only Fjällgatan stop gives you Stockholm’s iconic skyline view. Södermalm stops (Medborgarplatsen, near SoFo district) show you the city’s hip neighborhoods with vintage shops and local cafes.
Cruise Ship Service: Buses meet ships at Frihamnen (F634, F638, F650), Värtahamnen (not Silja Line), and Stadsgården (S167) starting from 08:00 when ships are docked. Multi-day cruise stays get morning pickups on all days.
City Sightseeing Route (Included with Go City Pass)
City Sightseeing offers one route with 15 regular stops plus 3 cruise terminals. This operator is included with the Go City All-Inclusive Pass.
Check the live map on the Stromma website to see bus positions. Look for GREEN buses or RED buses marked “City Sightseeing” with “Free tours with the Go Stockholm Pass” signs.
Route Overview:
- Duration: 60 minutes full loop (90-120 minutes when cruise terminals are active)
- Frequency: Varies by section
- Starting Point: Strömgatan/The Royal Opera (Stop 1)
- Audio Guide: 11 languages
- Important: Don’t board red buses labeled “Stockholm RED Buses” – those are Red Sightseeing (different operator, not included with Go City Pass)
Stops:
- Strömgatan/The Royal Opera – Royal Swedish Opera House
- The Royal Palace – Royal family’s official residence, changing of guards
- Old Town/Gamla Stan – Medieval streets and historic center
- Kungsträdgården/Shopping District – Central park and shopping area
- Strandvägen – Elegant boulevard along the waterfront
- The Vasa Museum/Nordiska Museet – 17th-century warship and cultural history museum
- ABBA The Museum/Gröna Lund Tivoli – Music museum and amusement park
- Skansen – World’s oldest open-air museum
- ABBA The Museum/Gröna Lund Tivoli – Return stop for museum and amusement park
- The Vasa Museum – Return stop for the warship museum
- Karlaplan – Östermalm neighborhood
- Stureplan Entertainment District – Shopping mall, restaurants, nightlife
- Kungsgatan/Hötorget Market – Shopping street, concert hall, market
- ICE Bar – Bar made of ice at Nordic Hotel, near Central Station
- City Hall – Nobel Prize banquet venue
Cruise Terminal Stops (Operating Only When Ships Are Docked):
- X. Frihamnen Cruise Terminal 634
- Y. Frihamnen Cruise Terminal 638
- Z. Stadsgården Cruise Terminal
Route Highlights:
Tight 60-minute loop focuses on major tourist attractions. Djurgården island museums (Stops 6-10) cover Vasa Museum, ABBA Museum, Skansen, and Gröna Lund with multiple stops for easy access. The route covers Royal Palace, Old Town, City Hall, and entertainment districts. ICE Bar stop is unique to City Sightseeing. Route skips Central Station, City Terminalen, and scenic viewpoints but covers all essential tourist spots efficiently.
Go City Pass Users: Scan your pass when boarding. No kiosk visit needed for All-Inclusive Pass holders.
What to See & Do
Audio Commentary While You Ride
Red Sightseeing has 14 languages available through headphones at each seat. The commentary explains what you’re seeing as you move through Stockholm. Red Sightseeing also runs a free audio walking tour through Gamla Stan. Download their app for how to access it.
Use It to Move Between Museums
Djurgården island packs in most of Stockholm’s museums. The Vasa Museum has that 17th-century warship that sank on its first voyage and spent 333 years underwater before being recovered. Skansen is the world’s oldest open-air museum with historic buildings moved from around Sweden. The ABBA Museum has interactive exhibits where you can sing along. Gröna Lund is the amusement park. Nordiska Museum covers Swedish cultural history.
These museums sit at three consecutive stops on Red Sightseeing (stops 10, 11, 12). You can visit multiple museums in one day, using the bus to hop between them instead of walking. From Central Station to Djurgården takes about 30 minutes by bus. Walking would take over an hour.
Connect Directly from Airport Buses
City Terminalen is where airport buses arrive. Arlanda, Skavsta, Bromma, Västerås all drop passengers at City Terminalen. Red Sightseeing stops there (stop 18), so you can board directly and start sightseeing without figuring out metro lines or local buses. This is the route that described itself as providing “easy transportation from City Hall to Tekniska and down to Fotografiska”. It’s designed to actually move you around the city, not just show it to you.
Visit Fjällgatan in Summer
Red Sightseeing stop 4 at Fjällgatan runs May-September. This is Stockholm’s viewpoint, the classic photo with water, islands, and spires. Walk up the hill, take photos, then head down to Fotografiska photography museum on the waterfront. Stromma/City Sightseeing doesn’t go here.
See Södermalm Neighborhoods
Red Sightseeing’s summer stops at Medborgarplatsen (stop 6) and around SoFo give you a different view of Stockholm. Medborgarplatsen is the biggest square in Södermalm with bars and restaurants. SoFo has vintage shops, small cafes, local design stores.
Watch the Guards Change at Royal Palace
Both operators stop at Royal Palace. Guards change daily. Time your visit for the ceremony if you want to see it. Entry into the palace requires a ticket unless you have the Go City Pass.
Red Sightseeing Boats Run in Summer
Red Sightseeing operates hop-on hop-off boats May-September. Separate from bus tickets. Eight stops on Stockholm’s waterways, boats leaving every hour, audio guide included. Route: Royal Palace, Nybroplan, Vasa Museum, Skeppsholmen, Gröna Lund/ABBA Museum, Fotografiska, Slussen.
FAQs
How long does the full route take?
Red Sightseeing: 90 minutes. Stromma and City Sightseeing: 60 minutes (90-120 on cruise days).
Can I use my ticket multiple days?
Red Sightseeing 72-hour ticket: valid for 72 hours from first use. 24-hour ticket: valid for 24 hours from first use.
Go City Pass: consecutive calendar days (1-5 days), midnight to midnight.
Should I book online?
Yes. Online booking guarantees availability. You can buy at kiosks but availability isn’t guaranteed.
Are buses wheelchair accessible?
Yes. Both Red Sightseeing and City Sightseeing buses are wheelchair accessible.
Can I bring luggage?
Small bags and backpacks fine. Large suitcases won’t fit well. Store big luggage at Central Station.
How often do buses run?
Red Sightseeing: every 30 minutes from Central Station.
Stromma and City Sightseeing: varies by route section.
Which stop for Vasa Museum?
Red Sightseeing: Stop 10.
Stromma and City Sightseeing: Stops 6 and 10.
Can I board at any stop?
Yes. Ticket activates when you first board.
Do buses run in winter?
Red Sightseeing: Year-round but limited dates in deep winter. Check schedule before your visit. Four stops close October-April: Old Town, Fjällgatan, Viking Line terminal, Medborgarplatsen.
Stromma and City Sightseeing: Year-round. Cruise terminal stops only when ships are docked.
Is audio guide included?
Yes. Red Sightseeing: 14 languages. Stromma/City Sightseeing: 11 languages.
What’s the difference between Red Sightseeing and City Sightseeing?
Different companies, different routes. Red Sightseeing: 20 stops, 90-minute loop, every 30 minutes, includes Central Station and City Terminalen. Stromma/City Sightseeing: 15 stops, 60-minute loop, frequency varies, no Central Station or City Terminalen, included with Go City Pass. Both cover main attractions.
If I have Go City Pass, which buses can I use?
GREEN Stromma buses or RED buses with “City Sightseeing” branding that say “Free tours with the Go Stockholm Pass.” Don’t board red buses labeled “Stockholm RED Buses” – that’s Red Sightseeing, different operator.
Can I bring my dog?
Red Sightseeing welcomes small and medium-sized dogs.
I’m arriving by cruise ship, where are the buses?
Red Sightseeing: Frihamnen (F634, F638, F650), Värtahamnen, Stadsgården. Buses start at 08:00 when ships dock. Multi-day stays get morning pickups. Use app to find your terminal’s stop.
Stromma and City Sightseeing: Frihamnen F634, F638, Stadsgården when ships dock. Nynäshamn passengers can buy tickets from staff on-site.