Big Bus Dubai Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus

Overview

Available languages

German

Russian

English

Italian

French

Spanish

Mobile ticket

Explore Dubai at your own pace on a double-decker, open-top Big Bus Dubai tour. Admire top Dubai attractions including the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al-Arab, and Old Dubai, and hop on and off at any of the stops around the city to visit souks, malls, and museums as you please. Choose from a 24-hour Discover, 48-hour Essential, or an Explore 5-day unlimited attraction pass. Tickets include an array of extras like a Dubai Creek cruise, entrance to the The Lost World Aquarium and a Desert Safari.

Hop-on hop-off Big Bus sightseeing tour of Dubai by open-top bus

Choose from a 24h-, 48h-, or 5-day ticket to suit your independent sightseeing schedule

Create your own personalized sightseeing itinerary and explore Dubai at leisure

See top Dubai attractions including Al Fahidi Fort, Gold Souk, Spice Souk, and the Burj Khalifa

Hop on and off as many times as you like on different routes around Dubai

Make use of additional benefits such as an Arabian Dhow Cruise

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and to disembark

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Audio commentary available in 6 languages

Desert sunset tour (5-day option only)

The Lost World Aquarium entry (48-hr and 5-day options)

Unlimited Pizza & Soft Drinks on 1-hour Dhow Creek Cruise (5-day option only)

A traditional 1-hour Dhow Creek Cruise included with all ticket options

The Dubai Frame Admission (5-day option only)

Choose from a 24-hr, 48-hr or 5-day Hop-on, Hop-off bus ticket

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Red Route - City Tour

Duration:2 hours

Operating Schedule:Buses depart every 30-40 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 1: Wafi City at 9:00 AM and the last bus departs at 5:00 PM. The full tour route lasts approx. 2 hours. For the most up-to-date bus stop locations and departure timings, we recommend visiting the Big Bus website or downloading the Big Bus app. To access live bus tracking on the day of your travel, please download the Big Bus app in advance of your arrival.

Stop 1: Wafi City

Stop 2: Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall - Financial Center Road (Tourist Bus Parking Area)

Stop 3: Museum of the Future

Stop 4: Al Seef Arabian Dhow Cruise

Stop 5: Bastakiya Old Village

Stop 6: Al Fahidi Fort

Stop 7: Old Souk of Arabia

Stop 8: Shindaga Museum

Stop 9: Gold Souq

Stop 10: Spice Souq

Stop 11: Dubai Creek (Bus stop opposite Riveira Hotel)

Stop 12: Baniyas Road (Bus stop before Sheraton Creek Hotel)

Stop 13: Dubai Frame - Zabeel Park

Blue route - Beach Tour

Duration:2 hours 15 minutes

Operating Schedule:Buses depart every 30-40 mins. The first bus departs from Stop 2: Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall (Financial Center Road - Tourist Bus Parking Area) at 9:15 AM and the last bus departs at 5:15 PM. The full tour route lasts approx. 2 hours 30 minutes. Customers are advised to visit the Big Bus website or to download the Big Bus app to see the most up to date bus stop locations and timings. For live bus tracking on the day of travel - please download the Big Bus App in advance of arrival.

Stop 2: Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall - Financial Center Road (Tourist Bus Parking Area)

Stop 14: Ain Dubai / Bluewaters' Island

Stop 15: Dubai Marina / JBR

Stop 16: Bayside / Skydive

Stop 17: Tallest Block

Stop 18: Media City

Stop 19: Atlantis The Palm (Avenues Entrance near the monorail)

Stop 20: Fairmont the Palm

Stop 21: Palm West Beach (in front of Hilton Hotel)

Stop 22: Souk Madinat Jumeirah / Burj Al Arab

Options

24 Hours Hop-on, Hop-off

Duration: 1 day
2 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.

48hr Hop-on Hop-off & Aquarium

Duration: 2 days: Valid for use for 48 hours from first activation.
2 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
Arabian Dhow Creek Cruise : 1-hour sightseeing cruise.
Lost Chambers Aquarium: Entry ticket to Dubai's enormous Atlantis-themed aquarium.

5 day Hop-on Hop-off & Desert

Arabian Dhow Creek Cruise: 1-hour sightseeing cruise including unlimited freshly baked pizza + soft drinks.
Duration: 5 days: Valid for use for 120 hours from first activation.
Desert Sunset Tour: Scenic desert tour with a visit to a traditional Arabian fort.
Lost Chambers Aquarium: Entry ticket to Dubai's enormous Atlantis-themed aquarium.
The Dubai Frame: Admission to Dubai Frame, with panoramic views of old and new Dubai from the observation deck.

24hr Hop-on, Hop-off & Cruise

Duration: 1 day: Valid for use for 24 hours from first activation.
2 Hop-on, Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
Arabian Dhow Creek Cruise: 1-hour sightseeing cruise.

Reviews

4.41

2,758 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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Sunset Desert ride with Thapa
901 rp dk,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thapa is the best tour guide. He took us out to the sunset in the desert, and it was amazing, he helped us in the line so we can experience everything there is. He also showed us around the whole camp and helped us with our questions. The ride was also really comfortable and adventurous.
A big THANK YOU
AFRIKA0702,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Please take this company if you are from Europe! There are only 6 languages here instead of 15!!! Whoever travels far knows what I mean! Staff nice, accommodating and would be happy about a tip from time to time. Thanks for the lovely memories!
HOHO city tour
Ann C,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Recorded commentary was very informative and appeared accurate based on driving location. Loops were longer than described, allow yourself more time, unless it was just traffic conditions that day.
A good way to get around a hectic city
MrsSixx96,
Nov 4, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This is a good way to get around a hectic city - we felt being on the bus safer for our kids than using taxis. Special thanks to driver Fahad who did a great job battling traffic on our trip back from Dubai Mall to our hotel stop. But all Big Bus Tour staff very nice and accommodating.
Always a great way to see a city
Wendy W,
Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The On/Off bus is always a great way to get oriented in a new city. The RED line was a wonderful way to see the older city of Dubai. Good air conditioning and a lot of history to be learned. Great way to spend a couple of hours. This line also included an hour boat ride if you wanted to do that.
A must do
Sandra S,
Oct 31, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Well organised and full of information. Guide was extremely helpful and approachable. Would recommend the trip to anyone
What a waste of money
Roberto F,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
1.00
Is not even worth it. Due to Dubai's extreme traffic conditions, you get to spend more time in the bus than sightseeing. I purchased the 48 hour trip one and was not able to see half of the sights due to heavy traffic all day long. What a waste of money.
Good information, nice staff. We would book this again.
Guide49876951244,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We booked the hop-on, hop-off Big BUS during our holiday in Dubai. We would like to thank you for the helpful information provided by Esther & Sudheer. It was very pleasant and fun to chat with you.
A hot ride!
SheerinNesha E,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very informative, comfortable with air condition, easy to find. It would have been desirable to have a bottle of water.
Good value for money with helpful staff to make it easy.
VickiWillowood,
Oct 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The drivers were excellent. - and obliging at all times. The trip was huge and I recommend spreading over a couple of days. We were able to do both routes, but not the dhouw cruise as no time left. So much history , detail - of both the old and new town- great. Thank you