St. John's Hop On Hop Off Tour: 10 stops, 2 days

Ten stops, two days, your schedule

A hop-on-hop-off bus tour of St. John's, Newfoundland with 10 stops near major landmarks including Cabot Tower and Cape Spear Lighthouse, valid for two days from the date of purchase. Live guides provide commentary on each loop. You board and exit at any stop whenever you choose. Hourly departures run from 9am to 3pm daily, with the last bus completing its circuit at 5pm.

The experience

The tour runs on a loop with 10 designated stops, each marked with a sign and bench. You can board at any stop and ride the full circuit to hear the guide's commentary, or hop off to explore on your own and catch the next bus back on. The air-conditioned bus departs hourly between 9am and 3pm, so you control the pace: spend an hour at Cabot Tower, then rejoin the route when you're ready. Because your ticket is valid for two days, you can split the stops across both days or cover everything in one.

Stops include pickups directly in front of the Alt Hotel, at the top of Signal Hill's ocean-side parking lot, in front of the Johnson GEO Centre, and along Military Road near Government House, among others. The full loop takes about two hours, but most travelers break it into segments. Admission to attractions like The Rooms, the GEO Centre, and some Signal Hill or Cape Spear sites costs extra and is paid on site when you arrive. The bus cannot guarantee a seat (your ticket grants access to the transportation, not a reserved spot), so arrive early during peak hours if seating matters to you.

Tours operate with hourly departures from 9am to 3pm, with the final bus finishing its loop at 5pm. Tickets are valid on the date of purchase and the following day, so you can use them flexibly across a two-day window. Children from age 2 are welcome, and service animals are allowed on board. You'll need to be able to climb and descend three steps to board the bus.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned bus.
• live guide commentary in English.
• access to 10 stops over two days.
• hourly departures from 9am to 3pm.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 12 Aug 2027

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AgesAdult (18 and older) · Child (2 to 17 years)

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 11 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended with heart problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by McCarthy's Party Tours & Convention Services

Is this one for you?The two-day validity and hourly departures suit travelers who want to explore at their own pace rather than stick to a fixed itinerary: spend as long as you need at each stop and catch the next bus when you're ready to move on.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 17 years).

How many stops does the St. John's hop-on-hop-off tour include?

The tour has 10 stops positioned near major attractions and landmarks throughout St. John's, each marked with a sign where you can board or exit.

Can I use my ticket on different days, or do I have to ride the whole tour at once?

Your ticket is valid for two days from the date of purchase, so you can split the stops across both days or ride the full loop in one outing. The choice is yours.

What time do the buses depart, and how often do they run?

Buses depart hourly from 9am to 3pm, with the last bus completing its loop at 5pm, so you can board at any stop on the hour that suits your schedule.

Do I need to pay extra to enter attractions like Cabot Tower or Cape Spear Lighthouse?

Admission to attractions is not included in your tour ticket and is paid separately on site when you visit each location.

Is seating guaranteed on the bus?

Your ticket grants access to the transportation, not a reserved seat, so seating is available on a first-come basis. Arriving early during busy hours improves your chances.