Llandudno hop-on hop-off bus tour: 11 stops with open-top views

An open-top bus lets you set the pace at each of Llandudno's stops.

A hop-on hop-off bus tour of Llandudno with 24 or 48-hour pass access to three separate routes: the main Llandudno and Conwy loop stopping at 11 locations including the pier and West Shore, the Great Orme Explorer panoramic circuit with photo stops at the mines and summit, and the Alice in Llandudno interactive service with storytelling and games. Recorded audio commentary in English and free headphones come with every ticket. Buses run year-round with departures every 20 to 60 minutes depending on the season and route. The main red route takes 60 minutes to complete.

The experience

The red route circles Llandudno and Conwy with 11 stops, starting and ending at Llandudno Pier. You board an open-top double-decker bus and listen to recorded audio commentary through free headphones as it passes Trinity Square, the seafront at Glan y Mor Road, Conwy Road, and the West Shore. The full loop runs 60 minutes, but you can step off at any stop, spend as long as you want there, and catch the next bus when you're ready. During peak season (late May and mid-July through August) buses leave every 20 minutes; mid-season departures run every 30 minutes; in low season (October through early November) they go hourly.

The 48-hour all-routes ticket adds two more experiences. The Great Orme Explorer is a separate panoramic tour that circles the Great Orme headland, stopping at the Great Orme Mines and the summit for photo opportunities. This route also runs on a 60-minute loop with its own schedule: every 30 minutes in peak season, hourly in mid and low seasons. The Alice in Llandudno service brings Lewis Carroll's world to life with an interactive hop-on hop-off route featuring riddles, games and surprises at seven stops including Gloddaeth Street, West Shore and the Retail Park on Mostyn Broadway.

Your ticket is valid for 12 months from the date you select at checkout, so you can use it on a future visit if plans change. Vouchers come as mobile or printed versions and must be redeemed at Stop 1 on whichever route you board first. The buses are wheelchair accessible, and dogs in carriers are welcome on board. Children can ride in prams or strollers, and the service suits all fitness levels since you control how much walking you do at each stop.

What’s included

• Recorded audio commentary in English.
• free headphones.
• open-top double-decker bus seating.
• access to 11 stops on the main red route plus additional stops on the Great Orme Explorer and Alice in Llandudno routes depending on your ticket option.
• 12-month ticket validity from your selected travel date.

Options for this experience

3 options

Great Orme ExplorerGuide in English · No fixed time

24-hour ticket for the Llandudno Red RouteGuide in English · No fixed time

All routes ticket valid for 48 hoursGuide in English · No fixed time

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesThursday to Sunday

AgesAdult (16 to 64 years) · Senior (65 and older) · Child (5 to 15 years) · Infant (under 5): free

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideEnglish

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

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by City Sightseeing Ltd - UK and Ireland

Is this one for you?Choose the 24-hour red route ticket if you want to explore Llandudno and Conwy in a single day without the extra routes. The 48-hour all-routes ticket suits anyone who wants to add the Great Orme headland drive and the Alice in Llandudno interactive experience, since the longer pass gives you time to hop off, explore, and catch later buses without rushing.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 15 years); Infant (under 5): free.

How many stops does the main Llandudno and Conwy bus route have?

The red route stops at 11 locations around Llandudno and Conwy, including Llandudno Pier, Trinity Square, Conwy Road, West Shore and Deganwy Station, with the full loop taking 60 minutes to complete.

What's included with the hop-on hop-off bus ticket?

Recorded audio commentary in English and free headphones come with every ticket. You also get a flexible 12-month pass that works on any departure within that year.

Can I use the same ticket on all three routes?

Only with the 48-hour all-routes ticket, which includes the main Llandudno and Conwy loop, the Great Orme Explorer panoramic tour, and the Alice in Llandudno interactive service. The 24-hour option covers the red route only.

How often do the buses run?

Departure frequency changes by season: every 20 minutes during peak season (late May and mid-July through August), every 30 minutes in mid-season (April through June and late August through early October), and hourly in low season (October through early November).

What happens at the Great Orme stops on the Explorer tour?

The Great Orme Explorer circles the headland with photo stops at the Great Orme Mines and the summit, letting you step off to take pictures or explore before boarding the next bus.

Is the bus accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs?

Yes, the buses are wheelchair accessible and infants or small children can ride in prams or strollers. Dogs in carriers are also permitted on board.