Viator

HOP ON-HOP OFF TOUR PASS- All Day Sightseeing Tour Pass

4.6(496)Pittsburgh1 hour
VIATOR4.6(238)TRIPADVISOR4.6(258)

Description

Hop aboard one of our Double decker buses and take Pittsburgh's best sightseeing city tour. Our live guides will keep you entertained and informed! With 21 stops, you can Hop On & Hop Off and explore and resume your tour later. On this tour we travel through; Southside, Station Square, North Shore, North Side, The Strip District, The Cultural District, Downtown, Uptown & Oakland. You will learn about all the history, current events, architecture and more. Bring you sunblock and camera to the top deck of our open air buses! Buy your tickets today.

Tour Options

HOP ON-HOP OFF TOUR PASS
  • Duration: 1 day: Hop On & Hop Off at your leisure with our all day tour pass. Hop Off at any of our 21 stops along the way. Double Decker Bus

Highlights

Open-Top Double Decker Bus
Live Guide
Map of Route and Sites

What's included

Included
Open-Top Double Decker Bus
Live Guide
Map of Route and Sites
Not included
Attraction Entrance Fees
Gratuities

Traveller Ratings

4.6
496 reviews
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(496)

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Kevin_L
June 16, 2026
Beware

You may not be bought back to your starting point. We were told they could not take us back to the River casino. We were told to take a cab back.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback. All guests are provided with a route map and time schedule at the start of their tour. The schedule clearly outlines the timing of each stop and allows guests to plan their day accordingly to ensure they can return to their original starting location before service concludes. Our Hop-On Hop-Off service operates on a continuous loop with designated stops throughout the city, and it is the responsibility of each guest to manage their time based on the schedule provided. Unfortunately, if a guest does not follow the schedule or remains at a stop beyond the available service times, we may not be able to provide transportation back to their starting location. We appreciate you joining us and encourage all guests to review the schedule carefully when planning their day to avoid any issues with return transportation.

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ellen_l
June 15, 2026
Don’t use viatour

Tour was good problem was lack of information from Viator which caused us to waste hours trying to find pick up point.

Operator response

Thank you for your feedback. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the tour itself. We're sorry to learn about the difficulty you experienced locating the pickup point. Based on your comments, it appears the issue may have been related to the booking information provided by Viator rather than the tour experience itself. While we strive to make our departure location as clear as possible, third-party booking platforms control much of the pre-tour communication that guests receive. We understand how frustrating it can be to spend valuable vacation time trying to find a meeting location, and we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We will continue working with our booking partners to ensure pickup instructions are as clear and accurate as possible. Thank you again for joining us, and we're happy that once you found us, you were able to enjoy the tour.

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Donna_M
June 14, 2026
Very informative about...

Very informative about city and surrounding areas. Liked the on and off , and must ride on top, you see so much more.. Vince and Carol were great!!

Operator response

Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review! We're delighted to hear you found the tour informative and enjoyed learning about Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas. The Hop-On Hop-Off option is a great way to explore the city, and we couldn't agree more—riding on the top deck offers some of the best views Pittsburgh has to offer! We'll be sure to share your kind words with Vince and Carol. They take great pride in creating a fun and memorable experience for our guests, and they'll be thrilled to know they helped make your visit special. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you back aboard the next time you're in Pittsburgh!

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Sabine_W
June 13, 2026
Pittsburgh city tour

Great views from the upper deck of the trolley ! Guided , historical tour of the city ! Very knowledgeable tour guides. Definitely recommend .

Operator response

Thank you for the fantastic review and recommendation! We're so glad you enjoyed the great views from the upper deck and found the guided historical tour informative and engaging. Our guides love sharing Pittsburgh's rich history and unique stories with guests. One small correction—we actually operate open-top double-decker buses rather than trolleys, trolleys don't have the awesome upstairs! But we agree that the upper deck is the best seat in the house for taking in the city's incredible sights! Thank you for riding with us, and we hope to welcome you aboard again on your next visit to Pittsburgh.

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Lynne_R
June 8, 2026
Never again in Pittsburgh!

Our driver was reckless and there was no concern for the predicament she put us in. She would not return to our original pick up, even though the traffic had gone back to normal (originally there was a lot of traffic, but the concert was cancelled and traffic had resumed to normal). she never checked back to see if she could go to our original stop, even though we asked. She instead dropped us off in pouring rain and we had to walk over I mile to our stop and traffic WAS back to normal!!! ). Also she was texting throughout the trip, weaving towards cards and then jerking us back to straighten out! Side note: The tour guide was very nice and knowledgeable.

Operator response

Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We sincerely apologize for the frustration and inconvenience you experienced during your tour. Guest safety and satisfaction are our highest priorities, and we take concerns regarding driver conduct very seriously. After reviewing our vehicle monitoring systems and operational logs, we found that the driver accessed our dispatching system only while the vehicle was stopped at stops, in order to receive route updates and operational notifications. At no point did our review indicate unsafe driving practices related to mobile device use. Safety remains our top priority, and we continuously monitor our operations to ensure our standards are upheld. We also understand your disappointment regarding the drop-off location, particularly given the weather conditions. While the concert was ultimately canceled, significant traffic congestion remained in the area due to the movement of approximately 70,000 concert attendees, as well as the additional 20,000 visitors attending the Arts Festival. Based on traffic conditions and guidance received from our dispatch team, route modifications and stop adjustments remained necessary to maintain service and avoid further delays. To help guests prepare, we communicated the possibility of route changes and stop alterations in advance through our reservation system and again during the boarding process. We recognize that this did not lessen the inconvenience you experienced, and we understand your frustration with the circumstances. We do appreciate your kind words about the tour guide and are pleased to hear that they were knowledgeable, friendly, and welcoming throughout your experience. We will be sure to share your comments with them. Thank you again for bringing your concerns to our attention. We value all guest feedback, as it helps us evaluate and improve our service. We hope to have the opportunity to provide you with a more enjoyable experience in the future.

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Susie_P
June 7, 2026
Big Bus Pittsburgh Fun

John, tour guide, and Carol, driver, were both great. We had a delay due to Morgan Wallen traffic near the stadium and passengers up top and down below giving advice to both of them, they laughed and took it in stride just as intended. Carol took that bus through cars that looked like we were going to wipe out. She was excellent!!

Operator response

Thank you for the wonderful review! We're so glad you enjoyed your tour with John and Carol. Event-day traffic can certainly create some unexpected challenges, and we're grateful for your patience as everyone navigated the congestion. John and Carol are true professionals who always strive to keep the experience fun, informative, and safe, even when the roads have other plans! We'll be sure to share your kind words with both of them—especially Carol, whose driving skills continue to impress us. Thank you for riding with us, and we hope to welcome you aboard again on your next visit to Pittsburgh!

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kay_h
June 2, 2026
Fun and informative

Fun and informative definitely recommend to all our guide was fantastic. Pittsburgh is a beautiful city!

Operator response

Thank you for your review and 5 stars! We're thrilled to hear that you found the tour both fun and informative. It's especially wonderful to know that your guide helped make the experience memorable. Pittsburgh truly is a beautiful city, and we're glad you enjoyed exploring it with us. Thank you for the recommendation, and we hope to welcome you back aboard the next time you're in town!

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Aaron_W
June 1, 2026
Great Way to See the City

It helps to plan your hopp-off stops ahead to make the most of your day. You just can't do everything. Be sure and coordinate your hopp-on timings with the bus schedule. They stayed very close to the listed times at our stops. A great way to see the city and hear the guide give you local interest, interesting commentary.

Operator response

Thank you for your review and 5 stars! We're glad you enjoyed the hop-on, hop-off experience and found it helpful for exploring the city. You offer great advice—planning your stops in advance can definitely help guests make the most of their day and see the attractions that interest them most. We're also pleased to hear that the bus schedule worked well for you and that you enjoyed the local insights and commentary from our guide. Thank you for choosing to tour Pittsburgh with us, and we hope to see you again on a future visit!

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Matthew_B
May 30, 2026
Great way to see and...

Great way to see and learn about the city. We had a great time. Tour Guides were informative and entertaining and the buses were on time when we hopped back on. Thanks!

Operator response

Thank you for your review and 5 stars! We're thrilled to hear you had a great time exploring Pittsburgh with us. It's wonderful to know that you found our guides both informative and entertaining, and that the hop-on, hop-off service helped make your day easy and enjoyable. We take pride in providing reliable service and engaging commentary, so we're especially glad to hear the buses were on schedule when you rejoined the tour. Thank you for choosing Pittsburgh Tour Company, and we hope to welcome you aboard again on a future visit!

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Janet_C
May 29, 2026
Loved It

Our guide John was great! Lot’s of information with humor mixed in! A fairly long route but the time flew by.

Operator response

Thank you for your review and 5 stars, Janet! We're so glad you enjoyed your tour with John. He has a wonderful way of blending Pittsburgh history, local insights, and humor, and we're delighted to hear that made the experience both informative and entertaining. Our route does cover a lot of ground, so it's especially rewarding to hear that the time flew by for you. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to John. Thanks for joining us, and we hope to see you again on your next visit to Pittsburgh!

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