Double Decker Bus Toronto
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Toronto Double-Decker Bus & Harbour Cruise 48 hr
Guided Experience

Toronto Double-Decker Bus & Harbour Cruise

★ 4.5 (316)
$58
per person
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See the city by land and water with flexible sightseeing and a scenic cruise included

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Toronto After Dark Double-Decker Bus Tour 1 hr 30 min
Standard Entry

Toronto After Dark Double-Decker Bus Tour

★ 4.4 (196)
€31
per person
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See the city's skyline and historic districts illuminated on a 90-minute open-top bus journey

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What you'll do

Inside a tour, step by step

  1. 01 10 min

    Start at Sankofa Square

    Begin your double decker bus rental toronto tour at our central kiosk.

Highlights

What you'll see inside the attraction

The landmarks, rooms, and views travelers on this tour remember — all visible on a single visit.

CN Tower

The tallest structure in the Western Hemisphere at over 550 meters.

Casa Loma

A grand Gothic mansion built between 1911 and 1914.

St. Lawrence Market

Consistently voted among the best food markets globally.

Distillery District

A preserved collection of 19th-century industrial Victorian architecture.

Royal Ontario Museum

Canada's largest museum for world culture and natural history.

Head to head

Double Decker Bus Rental Toronto Versus Guided Group Bus Tours

They complement each other; most visitors who do both call the hop-on hop-off experience more thrilling for independent exploration, while group coaches offer superior structure. Choosing the right double decker bus rental toronto option depends on whether you prioritize personal autonomy or a curated schedule.

Feature Top pick Hop-On Hop-Off Guided Group Coach
Flexibility
Fixed schedule
Route Customization
Fixed itinerary
Commentary Style
Live tour guide
Social Interaction
High group interaction
Boarding Convenience
Scheduled departure

Verdict: If you require double decker bus rental toronto tours for group events, the coach is ideal, whereas individual travelers seeking flexible double decker bus rental toronto tickets find the hop-on hop-off city landmarks tour more suited to their itinerary.

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  1. 01

    Book online

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  2. 02

    Receive your mobile voucher

    Instant confirmation by email, with a mobile voucher you can save offline. No printing, no queuing at a collection desk.

  3. 03

    Show & enter

    Arrive at the entrance, show your voucher on your phone, and walk in. Most tickets include priority or skip-the-line access.

Plan your visit

Everything you need to know before you go

Practical details for your visit straight from our verified partners — hours, access, rules, and how to get there.

Open today · 09:00–17:00
Operating Hours
09:00–17:00 daily
Address
1 Dundas Street East, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8, Canada
Transit Info
Public transport or car parking near Sankofa Square
Arrival Recommendation
09:00–11:00 for optimal seating
Storage
Limited space; carry-on items only
Service
13 stops throughout Toronto
Mon
09:00–17:00
Tue
09:00–17:00
Wed
09:00–17:00
Thu
09:00–17:00
Fri
09:00–17:00
Sat
09:00–17:00
Sun
09:00–17:00
Closed on: Winter months (Seasonal suspension)
Main entrance

Sankofa Square

1 Dundas Street East, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8, Canada

Look for our red double-decker buses.

Address
1 Dundas Street East, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8, Canada
Storage
Limited space; carry-on items only
Service
13 stops throughout Toronto

How to get there

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Public transport · Car · Public parking garages are available in the immediate vicinity of Yonge-Dundas Square.

Take the TTC subway to Dundas Station for the main meeting point.

Dress code

Casual and comfortable clothing is recommended. We suggest bringing a light jacket or layers as temperatures on the upper deck can be cooler than at street level.

Bags & security

Small personal bags are permitted on board. Large luggage or bulky items may not be accommodated due to limited space on the double decker bus rental toronto.

Photography

Photography is encouraged throughout your double decker bus rental toronto tour. The open-top design provides excellent angles for capturing city landmarks.

Accessibility

Our double decker bus rental toronto service includes accessible vehicles. Please reach out to our team at +1 416-410-0536 to confirm specific requirements for your group.

What to bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Camera
  • Water bottle
  • Mobile voucher
  • Light jacket

Not allowed

  • Large suitcases
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Illegal substances
  • Dangerous goods
  • Flammable materials
  • Professional film equipment
  • Uncaged pets
  • Loud speakers
  • Strollers that do not fold

Families & strollers

Families are welcome on our double decker bus rental toronto tours. The open-air experience is popular with visitors of all ages.

Food & drink

Light snacks and sealed water bottles are allowed on board. Please refrain from bringing messy or hot meals on your double decker bus rental toronto excursion.

Meeting point

Where to find us

Sankofa Square

1 Dundas Street East, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8, Canada

Look for our red double-decker buses.

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Around your visit

Everything else worth knowing

Best time to go, insider tips, nearby landmarks, and the cancellation fine print — flip through to skim what matters to you.

Best time to visit

How crowds, weather, and events shift across the year.

Spring

Mild weather and blooming gardens at local parks perfect for sightseeing.

Helpful tips for your visit

Small details that turn a good visit into a great one.

Board Early

Arrive between 09:00–11:00 to secure prime upper-deck seating.

Nearby landmarks

Non-bookable sights within a short walk — free to visit, easy to pair.

CN Tower

10 min

Iconic tower with panoramic city views and a glass floor experience.

Cancellation policy

Flexible, no hidden fees.

Free cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the start of your experience. A full refund is provided for cancellations made within this window, based on the standard 61.06 CAD entrance fee.

Where to stay

Hotels & districts near the attraction

Hand-picked options within walking distance — pick a district for vibe, or a specific hotel for convenience.

Downtown Marriott

5 min
luxury
About

The place, in context

Toronto's double-decker fleet entered regular service in 2011, imported from London after City Sightseeing secured a five-year municipal permit to operate open-top vehicles on designated heritage corridors. The first routes connected Union Station to Casa Loma via Queen's Park, threading seventeen stops through neighbourhoods that trace the city's evolution from colonial garrison to financial hub. Each circuit covers twenty-three kilometres in ninety minutes, crossing the grid laid out by Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe in 1793 and threading through districts that absorbed successive waves of immigration—Kensington Market's Portuguese shopfronts, Little Italy's espresso bars, Chinatown's herbal dispensaries. Double decker bus rental toronto tours operate from April through October, with extended evening departures during the Canadian National Exhibition and Toronto International Film Festival. The upper deck offers unobstructed sightlines toward the CN Tower's 553-metre concrete shaft, the Rogers Centre's retractable roof mechanism, and the glass curtain walls of the Financial District's banking towers. Recorded commentary cycles through sixteen languages, narrating the Distillery District's Victorian-era whisky warehouses, now converted to galleries and brewpubs, and the Harbourfront's transformation from industrial waterfront to cultural precinct after the 1976 closure of cargo terminals. Toronto sightseeing bus routes converge at Dundas Square, where LED billboards echo Times Square's commercial density, then diverge north toward the Ontario Legislature's Richardsonian Romanesque sandstone and Yorkville's boutique-lined streets. The hop-on hop-off model permits unlimited re-boarding across nineteen stops, each marked by red signage installed at two-block intervals. Evening circuits introduce narration focused on architecture—the OCAD University's cantilevered checkerboard facade, the Royal Ontario Museum's Daniel Libeskind crystal addition, the Aga Khan Museum's geometric courtyard. City tour buses circulate every twenty minutes during peak season, reduced to forty-minute intervals in shoulder months. The fleet comprises fourteen vehicles, each fitted with rain canopies that deploy manually and wheelchair lifts at the rear platform. Operators maintain a central depot near the Port Lands, where nightly maintenance includes audio system checks and upper-deck cleaning protocols. The system integrates with Toronto Transit Commission transfer points, allowing passengers to connect from subway stations at St. George, Museum, and Queen's Park.

"Each circuit covers twenty-three kilometres in ninety minutes, crossing the grid laid out by Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe in 1793."
Your experience

What a tour day looks like

A step-by-step walkthrough of the visit — what you'll see, how long each stage takes, and the details that matter.

You board at Dundas Street East, scanning your mobile voucher at the lower-deck platform before climbing the narrow spiral staircase to the open-top level. Morning light filters through the urban canopy as the bus pulls west onto Yonge Street, passing the Eaton Centre's vaulted glass atrium. The recorded commentary switches to English as you pass Nathan Phillips Square, where Henry Moore's bronze sculpture anchors the concrete plaza. You disembark at Stop 7—Casa Loma—and spend forty minutes walking the 1914 Gothic Revival mansion's battlements and underground tunnel before rejoining the next northbound departure. The route descends through the Annex, lined with Victorian bay-and-gable rowhouses, then curves east along Bloor Street's museum corridor. You remain on board through Yorkville, noting the contrast between heritage facades and steel-and-glass condominium towers. At the Harbourfront stop, you step off to photograph the skyline from Queens Quay Terminal, where Lake Ontario laps against the boardwalk. The final leg threads through the Entertainment District, past Roy Thomson Hall's circular form and the Princess of Wales Theatre's mural-clad exterior, before returning you to the Dundas origin point ninety minutes after departure.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about double decker bus rental toronto tours

What are the opening hours for double decker bus rental toronto tours?

The service operates daily from 09:00–17:00. Please arrive between 09:00–11:00 for the best seat selection.

Is there a discounted price for double decker bus rental toronto tickets?

The entrance fee is 61.06 CAD for a 24-hour adult hop-on hop-off sightseeing tour ticket.

Where can I board the double decker bus rental toronto?

The main boarding point is located at 1 Dundas Street East, Toronto, ON M5B 2R8, Canada.

Are children allowed on the double decker bus rental toronto?

Yes, children are welcome to join the double decker bus rental toronto tours with their families.

How long is the full loop for a double decker bus rental toronto tour?

The full loop takes approximately 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes, depending on traffic conditions.

Can I bring my own food on the double decker bus rental toronto?

Light snacks and water are permitted on the double decker bus rental toronto; please keep the area clean.

Is there accessibility for the double decker bus rental toronto?

Yes, we provide accessible service; please contact +1 416-410-0536 for specific assistance.

How often do the buses arrive for the double decker bus rental toronto?

Buses typically arrive every half hour throughout the day for your double decker bus rental toronto experience.

What is the best time to start my double decker bus rental toronto tour?

We recommend starting your double decker bus rental toronto tour during our best arrival window of 09:00–11:00.