Liverpool: Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour with Live Guide & 24h Ticket

Summary

Hop on Liverpool’s open-top bus for stories, city views and laughter

You’ll ride Liverpool’s open-top bus with a live local guide cracking jokes and sharing city tales. Hop off at famous cathedrals or down by Pier Head for fresh river air. Your 24-hour ticket means you set your own pace — just jump back on when you’re ready for more stories or another laugh.

What’s the experience like?

Already halfway through my coffee when the big red City Explorer bus rolled up outside the American Yellow School Bus Cafe — I almost missed it, chatting to a couple from Manchester who were arguing about Beatles trivia. The driver waved me on with a grin, and right away, our guide started in with this dry Scouse humor that made everyone chuckle. I grabbed a seat up top (bit windy, but worth it for the views), and suddenly we were weaving past the Metropolitan Cathedral, sunlight bouncing off those crazy stained glass windows. You could smell bread from a bakery somewhere — or maybe I imagined it because I skipped breakfast.

We hopped off near Liverpool Cathedral because someone said you can see all the way to Wales on a clear day (I couldn’t, but maybe my glasses need cleaning). The bells chimed while we stood there and our guide told us about how long it took to build — decades! There was this old couple taking selfies, laughing at themselves. Back on the bus, people swapped tips about where to eat lunch or shop. It felt like a rolling conversation more than just sightseeing. And every time someone tried to pronounce “Metropolitan” after our guide did it in his accent, we all cracked up.

I didn’t expect to feel so connected just riding around Liverpool on a hop on hop off bus tour. The Pier Head stop — you get that salty Mersey air and see locals hurrying along in every direction, not caring about the drizzle. By the end of my ticket (24 hours goes quick), I’d heard more stories than I could remember and found myself waving goodbye to the driver like an old friend. Still think about that view from the top deck when the sun peeked out for five minutes.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Liverpool hop on hop off bus tour

• Start tour at Royal Albert Dock
• Board bus at American Yellow School Bus Cafe
• Listen to onboard informative guide
• Hop off at Pier Head
• Visit Metropolitan Cathedral
• Visit Liverpool Cathedral
• Hop on and off at various stops
• Enjoy lunch or shopping breaks
• Complete tour by 3 pm

Top questions

Is there a live guide on the Liverpool hop on hop off bus?

Yes, each tour includes an informative live guide onboard.

How long is my ticket valid for?

Your ticket is valid for 24 hours from first use.

Can I bring a stroller or pram?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.

Is this tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes, service animals are allowed on board.

What are some main stops on this hop on hop off tour?

Main stops include Liverpool Cathedral, Metropolitan Cathedral, and Pier Head.

Does this tour include private transportation?

Yes, private transportation is included as part of your ticket.

What’s included

Your day includes private transportation aboard the City Explorer open-top bus, live commentary from a local guide who brings Liverpool’s history to life, and a flexible 24-hour ticket so you can hop on or off at any stop along the route — including landmarks like both cathedrals and Pier Head.