Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus from EUR 41: 48-hour Gray Line ticket, stops at the Little Mermaid and more. Not included in the Copenhagen Card.
The Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus is a 48-hour sightseeing pass on Gray Line's eco-friendly buses, a separate operator from the Stromma network bundled into the Copenhagen Card. It covers the city's major landmarks with the freedom to hop off wherever a stop catches your eye, and it is a particularly convenient option for cruise passengers arriving at Oceankaj.
What stops does the Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus make?
The route covers the city's headline sights, including the Little Mermaid statue and the Royal Palace, with an onboard audio guide explaining the history and context as you pass. A complete loop takes roughly 90 minutes if you stay onboard the whole way, making it easy to circle the city once for orientation before hopping off at whichever stops interest you most on a second pass.
Is the Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus included in the Copenhagen Card?
No. This is a different operator, Gray Line, from the Stromma buses that come bundled with the Copenhagen Card Hop and the Copenhagen Bus and Boat Ticket. If you already own either of those, this ticket would be a duplicate purchase on a different bus network rather than an upgrade.
Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus prices and tickets
The 48-hour ticket starts from EUR 41 per person, giving two full days to explore at your own pace. Buses run on eco-friendly power and stop at clearly marked points around the city, making them easy to find without needing a fixed schedule memorized in advance. Cruise passengers arriving at Oceankaj can use the same ticket to return to the ship, with the leg from the Little Mermaid stop to the terminal taking about 20 minutes; ask the driver or onboard staff for the last departure time of the day.
Who should ride the Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus?
Cruise passengers with a single day in port and visitors who specifically want a bus-only ticket without any museum bundling get the clearest value here. It also suits anyone who has already used a Copenhagen Card on a previous trip and wants a fresh sightseeing loop without paying for attractions they have already seen. Families traveling light benefit from the flexibility to hop off the instant a child gets restless rather than waiting out a fixed-length walking tour.
What is not included?
No museum or attraction entry, no canal cruise, and no metro or train access. This is a bus-only product, so anyone wanting to combine sightseeing with a boat ride should look at the Copenhagen Bus and Boat Ticket instead, which bundles both for a similar price.
Insider tips
Ride the full loop first without hopping off to get your bearings, then use your second lap to actually explore the stops that stood out. Cruise passengers should confirm the last return departure with the driver early in the day rather than assuming a fixed schedule, since timing can shift with traffic and season. Sit near an open window if the weather allows, since the audio guide's commentary is easiest to follow without competing bus noise.
How it compares
Against the Copenhagen Bus and Boat Ticket, this ticket is cheaper but skips the included canal cruise and covers fewer stops on a smaller network. Against the Copenhagen Card Hop, it is the leaner option if attractions are not part of your plan, though the card adds 40-plus free museums on a comparable bus network for a modest premium. See the full comparison on the Copenhagen Card homepage.
Prices from 41 EUR as of 2026-08-06. Prices may vary; confirmed live at checkout.
