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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Big Bus Tours: Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off
Bus Tour

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  • 24 & 48-Hours, 5-Days

Tour Overview

Discover Dubai's iconic landmarks and vibrant neighbourhoods with the Big Bus Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Tour. Choose a 24-hour, 48-hour, or 5-day ticket and enjoy the freedom to explore the city at your own pace. Travel aboard a comfortable open-top sightseeing bus and take in panoramic views of Dubai's famous skyline, historic districts, and spectacular attractions. Hop off at convenient stops to visit must-see landmarks, then rejoin the bus whenever you're ready. With informative multilingual audio commentary, this Dubai sightseeing experience is an easy and flexible way to discover the city's highlights in one memorable tour.

Highlights

  • Explore Dubai at your own pace with unlimited hop-on hop-off travel.
  • Choose between 24-hour, 48-hour, and 5-day hop-on, hop-off options
  • Travel across two sightseeing routes: Red City Tour and Blue Beach Tour.
  • Enjoy panoramic city views from comfortable open-top sightseeing buses.
  • Hop off at top Dubai attractions and explore your favourite landmarks.
  • Learn as you travel with informative audio commentary in 6 languages.
  • Discover Dubai's highlights, from modern icons to historic neighbourhoods.
  • Enjoy epic views of the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, and Atlantis The Palm
  • Upgrade for The Lost World Aquarium & Dubai Frame Entry
  • Mobile E-Voucher Accepted – No Need to Print!

Tour Description

Discover Dubai at your own pace with the Big Bus Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Tour, an easy and flexible way to explore the city's iconic landmarks, modern attractions, historic districts, and stunning waterfronts. Enjoy unlimited sightseeing from a comfortable open-top double-decker bus, with panoramic views and the freedom to hop on and off whenever you wish.

Your Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off bus tour takes you along two sightseeing routes, connecting you with some of the city's most famous attractions. Hop off to explore the magnificent Burj Khalifa, shop at Dubai Mall, admire the views around Dubai Marina, visit Atlantis The Palm, see the iconic Burj Al Arab, discover the Dubai Frame, or wander through Dubai's traditional souks. When you're ready, simply rejoin the next bus and continue your Dubai sightseeing adventure.

As you travel between stops, enjoy informative multilingual audio commentary in 6 languages, providing fascinating insights into Dubai's history, culture, architecture, and remarkable transformation from a historic trading destination into a global city.

Choose the ticket duration that best matches your Dubai holiday. The 24-hour Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off ticket is ideal for visitors who want to see the city's major highlights in one day

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Inclusions

  • 24, 48 Or 5-Days Big Bus Dubai Hop On, Hop Off Ticket
  • Single ticket valid on both routes (City Route and Beach Route)
  • Audio Guide Available in 12 Languages
  • The Lost World Aquarium (Explore and Essential Ticket)
  • The Dubai Frame Entry (Explore Ticket)

Red City Route:

  • Schedule: Buses running between 09:00am to 5:00pm with every 30-40 minutes frequency.
  • Full Loop Duration: 1 Hour 40 Minutes (Approx.)
  • Departure Location: Stop # 1, The Dubai Mall (Financial Center Road (Tourist Bus Parking Area)

Blue Beach Route:

  • Schedule: Buses running between 09:15am to 5:15pm with every 30-40 minutes frequency
  • Full Loop Duration: 2 Hour 25 Minutes (Approx.)
  • Departure Location: Stop # 1, The Dubai Mall (Financial Center Road (Tourist Bus Parking Area)

  • Passengers can board at any stop.
  • Your booking voucher will expire after you exchange it for a ticket.
  • The company or bus operator will not provide a refund if a voucher or ticket is misplaced.

Introducing Digital Tickets
We’ve made boarding even easier with digital tickets, available in the Big Bus Tours app. Your ticket will no longer be emailed to you - instead, you’ll manage everything directly in the app. It’s the fastest way to access your ticket, track buses in real time, and plan your day.

How it works:

  • Download the Big Bus Tours app: Before your tour, download our free app from the App Store or Google Play.
  • Add your booking: Open the app, tap ‘Add Booking’, and enter your booking reference number.
  • Activate on the day: On the day of your tour, tap ‘Activate’ in the app to start your ticket. Your ticket will then be valid to show the driver and board the bus. Activation can only happen on your booked travel date.

Important Notes: Each group ticket must travel together using one device. If you want to travel separately, please print individual tickets before activating or contact us to split the booking. Keep your phone charged – your active ticket must be shown to board, and it works offline once activated.

The Lost World Aquarium Ticket Redemption:

  • Show your printed or digital ticket to a Big Bus team member at Big Bus Stop #19 (Atlantis the Palm), who will give you an entrance ticket for the Lost World Aquarium.

Desert Sunset Tour (included with Explore Tickets only):

  • After you purchase your ticket, you are welcome to visit the booking portal to reserve your Desert Sunset Tour seat in advance. Alternatively, you can do this with a Big Bus Tours staff member when you take your bus tour.

Dubai Frame Ticket Collection:

  • Tickets must be collected from a Big Bus Tours staff member at Stop #15 (Dubai Frame) before visiting the Dubai Frame. Entry to all Dubai Frame Galleries is included.

Voucher Validity:

  • Remember that your vouchers will remain valid for the 6 months from the date of purchase.

Important Info:

  • There may be disruptions due to weather, traffic, and events. Refunds due to weather will not be issued unless the service is suspended due to weather.
  • Infants will continue to travel free of charge and without a ticket while placed on the lap of a paying adult (up to two infants per adult). If the infant needs a separate individual seat, a kid category ticket must be ordered.
  • Multiday tickets may only be used on consecutive days.
  • Complimentary ear phones are provided, or you may use your own wired earbuds with a jack plug.
  • Mobile App: Download "Big Bus Tours" mobile app to find the nearest bus stops, interactive route map, daily operational updates and city monuments.
  • Road closures and heavy traffic can result in delays, reduced trips, and route modifications. We'll make every effort to deliver a seamless and regular service! Under these circumstances, there will be no refund.
  • Dubai Frame Opening Hours: 09:00am to 09:00pm

  • To get the full refund, you must cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the activity/tour start time.
  • If you cancel your booking less than 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time, you will not get any refund.
  • Modifications/ changes are allowed at least 24 hours before the activity/ tour start time.
  • You must contact us through email. The activity/tour's local start time determines the cut-off times.

  • There may be unexpected changes in the route or timetable due to traffic, public holidays, weather conditions, cruise ship arrivals, or other unanticipated situations. During major events, summer vacations, and weekends, the city will be quite busy. We will do everything we can to provide a smooth and consistent service! In such cases, no reimbursement is allowed.
  • Tours run regardless of the weather. Weather-related refunds will not be issued unless the service is discontinued due to inclement weather.
  • The service provider preserves the right to amend or cancel the itinerary due to city events or force majeure.

Customer Reviews

4.5

based on 2245 reviews

Rating Distribution

5 stars
1592
4 stars
389
3 stars
166
2 stars
93
1 stars
5

"The hop on hop off tour offers a comfortable and flexible way to discover major attractions. The route is convenient, informative, and ideal for first-time visitors."

14 Aug, 2026

"A convenient way to see popular attractions without worrying about transportation. The flexible stops make it easy to explore at your own pace. "

14 Aug, 2026

"The hop on hop off experience provides a simple overview of the city. It is comfortable, practical, and suitable for visitors with limited time."

14 Aug, 2026

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Get quick answers to common questions about our tours and booking process.

No, it is not wheelchair accessible
No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice
No, the tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice
The tour includes a professional local guide and entrance to Recoleta Cemetery.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice.
Unless there is a natural disaster, tours/activities take place even if it rains. Tours that include navigation services might be subjected to the current conditions of the river. If the supplier considers that those conditions are not safe enough, the navigation might be cancelled without prior notice.
Yes. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included from most centrally located hotels in Buenos Aires.
No. The tour is mostly done by vehicle, with only short walks and photo stops.

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