Chester City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

1 min
Lancaster, United Kingdom

About this activity

Experience Chester's rich history and vibrant culture on a flexible hop-on hop-off bus tour, featuring key landmarks and attractions.

Highlights

  • Explore Chester's historic city walls
  • Visit the iconic Chester Cathedral
  • Discover the unique Chester Rows shopping galleries
  • See the ancient Eastgate Clock
  • Enjoy panoramic views of the River Dee

Full description

Discover the charm of Chester at your own pace with the City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour. This flexible tour allows you to explore the city's historic sites, including the ancient city walls, the iconic Chester Cathedral, and the unique Chester Rows shopping galleries. With unlimited access for 24 hours, you can hop on and off at any of the designated stops, ensuring you don't miss any of Chester's must-see attractions. The bus features recorded commentary in multiple languages, providing insightful information about each landmark. Free Wi-Fi on board ensures you stay connected throughout your journey. Whether you're a history enthusiast or a casual traveler, this tour offers a comprehensive and convenient way to experience the best of Chester.

Included / Excluded

  • Unlimited hop-on hop-off access for 24 hours
  • Recorded commentary in multiple languages
  • Free Wi-Fi on board
  • Food and beverages

Important information

Know before you book

  • The tour operates daily with buses arriving at each stop approximately every 30 minutes.
  • Tickets are valid for 24 hours from the time of first use.
  • Children under 5 travel free when accompanied by an adult.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes for exploring Chester's attractions.
  • Bring a camera to capture the city's picturesque landmarks.
  • Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the day.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Easy Public Transport

Traveler reviews

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No service

Booked tickets for us both as we were in area for short break, arriving at the stop and waiting over 30mins to find out no tours on a Monday. Not mentioned on the website. Now requesting full refund, called city sightseeing to be told email in details, not heard back yet only been a day in fairness.

davesR5559CCSep 16, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Sold tickets for a day service doesn’t operate!

We reserved our tickets several weeks before our visit to Chester, and a few days before received confirmation that the tickets had been paid for. When we arrived in Chester today to enjoy our bus tour, we discovered that the service doesn’t operate on Mondays in September. The automated booking system had sold us 4 tickets for a day that there is no service! I have tried to complain and request a refund to both Trip Advisor and via the operator, and I can’t find a way to do this.

862crtSep 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR

Buyer Beware

Beware of booking with VIATOR, I booked for the Hop on Hop off bus in Chester for 7 September, after travelling over an hour to get to Chester waited another hour but no bus turned up. Contacted City Sightseeing to be told he buses are suspended on Mondays throughout September. I booked with Viator on 6 September, only the day before, I believe Viator should have known but they took my money and are refusing a refund.

graemehoward0Sep 9, 2026VIATOR

Best way to see Chester in one day!

This was one of the best investments on our recent trip. The tour stops were great and the commentary was very informative. We were able to hop on and off at several very convenient places of interest and then easily resume our trip. Chester is a beautiful and historic city and this is the best way to see it!

Bob_LAug 21, 2026VIATOR

2 Old Gal's touring around.

Very interesting stories on the loudspeaker, clear and easily understood. The drivers are impressive, their driving skills are superb. For £8 (we're OAP's) this was a perfect way to see the sights, at a very reasonable cost. We WILL be back and we WILL have another go round as we haven't seen enough.

Doreen_TAug 21, 2026VIATOR

Additional information

The bus has heating onboard Operating Timetable 5th April - 23rd May and then 1st - 28th September: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:20am Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:20pm Tour duration: 60 minutes Frequency: Buses run every 60 minutes Operating Timetable 24th May - 31st August: First departure from Stop 1 at 9:20am Last departure from Stop 1 at 6:20pm Tour duration: 60 minutes Frequency: Buses run every 30 minutes The last two buses of the day end the route at Chester station There is also a bus that leaves Chester Interchange stop at 9:20am Mobile and printed paper vouchers are both accepted on this tour and can be redeemed at any of the stops along the route Vouchers are valid for 12 months from travel date selected at check-out