Best City Bus Sightseeing Apps

204+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.2 avg rating

20 free apps

Updated May 2026

With an average user rating of 3.2★, the city bus sightseeing category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 204+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for City Bus Sightseeing

#1

Big Bus Tours by Big Bus Tours Ltd

Bus Tracking, Tickets & Guide

Editor's Choice

✈️ Travel

4.8😐(24K ratings)

Free

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Explore over 20 cities worldwide with real-time bus tracking, interactive maps, and detailed stop information. Discover landmarks, attractions, and dining options with helpful facts and offers. Purchase tour and attraction tickets securely within the app.

What We Love

🚀 Convenient way to see the city
👍 Helpful and friendly staff
🚢 Enjoyable boat tours
🌆 Great way to get an overview of the city

Room to Improve

🚌 Infrequent buses and long waits
🚧 Buses miss some key stops
🥵 Lack of air conditioning on buses

#2

City Sightseeing Berlin by AllSensing BV

Strong Contender

✈️ Travel

2.0(2 ratings)

Free

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Explore Berlin's top attractions with this companion app. Track bus locations in real-time, plan your route, and discover information about city highlights. Hop on and off at your leisure to experience the city at your own pace.

#3

City Sightseeing Dublin by HANDHELD TECHNOLOGIES IRELAND

with real-time bus tracking

Worth Considering

✈️ Travel

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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More City Bus Sightseeing apps to explore

Tootbus – City guide

Tootbus – City guide

Visit and explore the city

Explore cities like London, Paris, and more with this interactive city guide. Access routes, timetables, and real-time bus locations offline. Enjoy exclusive audio commentaries and personalized content to discover the best each city has to offer.

Interactive offline mapReal-time bus and stop geolocationPersonalized city content

free with in-app purchases

Go City -Travel Plan & Tickets

Go City -Travel Plan & Tickets

Travel Guide & City Savings

Discover and plan your city adventures with a single pass. Access top attractions, experiences, and tours, and manage your digital pass for easy entry. Explore destinations, find essential information, and optimize your itinerary with smart planning tools.

Digital city passesExplore attractionsMap view for nearby sights

Greyhound: Buy Bus Tickets

Book bus tickets easier

Book bus tickets with more options and low fares. View schedules for multiple carriers, select your preferred seat, and display your ticket digitally. Receive live trip updates and exclusive app-only discounts.

Book bus ticketsView Greyhound & FlixBus schedulesSelect preferred seats

free with in-app purchases

City Sightseeing Worldwide

City Sightseeing Worldwide

Let us show you the world

This app enhances city exploration with real-time bus tracking, interactive maps, and GPS-triggered audio guides. It features an AI travel assistant for personalized recommendations and information on attractions, restaurants, and shopping, making hop-on hop-off tours seamless.

Live bus arrival timesInteractive city mapsGPS-triggered audio guides

City Sightseeing España

City Sightseeing España

by DESARROLLO Y SISTEMAS INFORMATICOS CANARIAS SOCIEDAD LIMITADA

This app offers tourist information for those using City Sightseeing buses in various Spanish cities. It provides essential details to enhance your exploration of popular destinations across the country.

Tourist informationCity Sightseeing bus routesInformation for multiple Spanish cities

TopView Sightseeing

TopView Sightseeing

by GO NEW YORK TOURS INC.

Redeem tickets, access a fleet of double-decker buses stopping at major NYC attractions, and check live bus arrival status. Explore the city at your own pace with convenient sightseeing.

Ticket redemptionDouble-decker bus accessMajor NYC attraction stops

Bus Times App, Buy mTickets

Plan your bus journeys, track buses in real-time, and purchase digital tickets. Save favorite routes and stops for quick access. Manage your account and payments securely for a convenient travel experience.

Journey planningLive bus trackingDigital ticket purchasing

free with in-app purchases

redBus: Bus, Train Booking App

redBus: Bus, Train Booking App

Bus, Train, Ferry, & Shuttle

Book bus, train, ferry, and shuttle tickets online with a trusted platform. Find the best routes, compare operators, and enjoy features like live tracking and free cancellation. Save money with exclusive discounts and offers.

Book bus tickets in multiple countriesBook train tickets via IRCTCBook ferry tickets and activity packages

free with in-app purchases

City Sightseeing Portugal

City Sightseeing Portugal

by DESARROLLO Y SISTEMAS INFORMATICOS CANARIAS SOCIEDAD LIMITADA

This travel app provides essential tourist information for navigating 'City Sightseeing' bus tours in Portugal. It covers key cities like Lisbon, Albufeira, Madeira, and Porto, offering details to enhance your city exploration.

Tourist informationCity Sightseeing bus tour guideCovers Lisbon, Albufeira, Madeira, Porto

Travel app for tourists in HK

City Sightseeing Amsterdam

City Sightseeing Amsterdam

by Global Guide Systems BV

Navigate Amsterdam with this comprehensive guide. Track buses and boats in real-time, view departure times, and discover tourist attractions. Purchase tickets and access information in multiple languages.

Live bus and boat tracking on mapReal-time departure timesTourist attraction information

Golden Tours – City Guide

Golden Tours – City Guide

Maps, audio guides & tickets

Navigate and explore London, Windsor, and York with real-time maps, audio guides, and ticket management. Discover attractions, plan journeys with live bus updates, and enjoy self-guided tours. Purchase tickets securely within the app.

Real-time route mapsLive bus arrival updatesAudio guides for tours

free with in-app purchases

xtBus transit browser

xtBus transit browser

know your next bus arrival

This app helps you track bus arrivals and routes visually on a map. It allows you to bookmark your preferred transit agencies for easy access to real-time arrival estimates and bus locations.

Real-time bus location on mapAccurate arrival time estimatesBookmark local transit agencies

🗺️ Navigation

free with in-app purchases

City Sightseeing Dubai

City Sightseeing Dubai

For CitySS bus tour passengers

This travel app offers essential information for tourists navigating Dubai via the City Sightseeing bus tours. Enhance your exploration with convenient access to details about your journey.

Tourist informationBus tour guidanceDubai travel details

Edinburgh Bus Tours

Edinburgh Bus Tours

by Lothian Buses plc

Explore Edinburgh's sights with live bus times and an interactive map. Discover exclusive partner discounts and save your favorite attractions. Plan your visit with suggested itineraries for a seamless city experience.

Interactive map with live bus timesExclusive partner discountsExplore and save attractions

Your personal travel guide

Plan your city sightseeing trips with a customized itinerary and book tours and activities easily. Discover landmarks, historical sites, and hidden gems with comprehensive guides and reviews.

Customized itinerary creationBook tours and activitiesDiscover landmarks and hidden gems

free with in-app purchases

by GO NEW YORK TOURS INC.

This application facilitates ticket redemption for rides on a large fleet of double-deck buses. It streamlines the boarding process for passengers using the service.

Ticket redemptionDouble-deck bus fleet supportStreamlined boarding