
1 / 5Hop On - Hop Off - City Sightseeing 24 hours
About this activity
Explore Reykjavík's highlights at your own pace with a 24-hour hop-on, hop-off bus pass covering the city's top attractions. Ideal for first-time visitors, this flexible tour lets you combine modern urban culture with easy access to Iceland's most distinctive museums and immersive experiences.
The Reykjavik Tour in 24 hours
Take a bus tour with City Sightseeing and explore Reykjavík at your leisure, with the opportunity to hop on and off at conveniently located bus stops. This bus pass is valid for 24 hours so you take your time to enjoy a full day of Reykjavik.
It is a city that boasts the best of both worlds; a modern, trendy and forward-looking capital whilst at the same time being so close to its unspoiled nature. Reykjavik truly is a magical place to behold.
Reykjavik Museums and Attractions
You might be interested in the different attractions at our stops like:
- Perlan museum, the Wonders of Iceland and Northern Lights Planetarium
- Life-sized models at Whales of Iceland and multiple inte ractive exhibits
- Experience all of Iceland's wonderful beauty from your seat at FlyOver Iceland
- The only live Lava Show in the world!
- The Northern Lights show in Aurora Reykjavík for a taste of the wonderful winter phenomena!
- The Volcano Express Iceland a cutting-edge cinematic journey that immerses you in the raw forces shaping Iceland’s dramatic landscapes.
- Check out our brochure with a map of all the stops for further information.
Operating hours and more:
May - September
From 08:30 to 17:30 (last arrival at Harpa at 19:00)
Open the
Highlights
- ✓Perlan museum with 360° views and interactive Iceland exhibits
- ✓Whales of Iceland featuring life-sized marine mammal models
- ✓FlyOver Iceland for panoramic aerial cinema of the whole country
- ✓Live Lava Show — the world's only permanent lava theatre experience
- ✓Aurora Reykjavík Northern Lights planetarium and winter phenomena show
- ✓Volcano Express Iceland immersive cinematic experience
Insider tips
- ★Download the City Sightseeing live bus map to track your bus in real time and plan stop visits efficiently
- ★Start early (8:30 AM departure) to maximise daylight hours, especially in shoulder seasons
- ★Combine stops strategically: Perlan and Harpa (concert hall) are walkable together; cluster volcano/lava attractions on one loop
- ★Book multi-attraction combo tickets on-site at major stops to save vs. buying individually
Good to know
- •Valid for exactly 24 hours from first use; plan your activation time accordingly
- •May–September operating window: buses run 08:30–17:30, with final Harpa arrival at 19:00
- •Bring waterproof jacket and comfortable walking shoes; stops require short walks and museum time
- •Frequent and reliable service with live tracking; ideal for layover visitors or those without a rental car
- •All major stops (Perlan, Harpa, FlyOver) are wheelchair accessible; confirm specific museum access on arrival
Who it's for
Best time to visit
May through September offers full daylight for sightseeing; book early morning departures to cover the most ground. Summer (June–August) means midnight sun and peak crowds, while May and September provide fewer tourists and pleasant weather.
Frequently asked questions
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