Big Bus Dublin Hop-on, Hop-off Sightseeing Tour with Live Guide
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 50 minutes
Mobile ticket
Tour the streets of Dublin on our stylish red open-top buses. Hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour gives you the freedom to explore your way. You can hop on and off the bus at any of our 25 designated Big Bus stops, as many times as you wish within your ticket validity. All located near Dublin’s best attractions, you're free to delve deeper into the city at your own pace. With buses passing through every 20 - 30 minutes, simply rejoin the tour when you’re ready.
• Unlimited Hop on Hop off for -24, -48 hours
• Free guided walking tour
• Live commentary and recorded commentary in 8 languages on-board the red route
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
One children can travel for free with every paying adult
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 50 minutes
Operating Schedule:Explore the sights of Dublin on our Red Route Bus Tour. You can hop on and hop off the bus at up to 25 different stops. Stay on board to relax and see it all with entertaining digital commentary, or hop off to explore the landmarks and attractions that interest you most. Buses depart every 20 - 30 minutes. The first bus departs from Stop 1: 13 Upper O'Connell Street at 09:00 and the last bus departs at 17:30. Customers are advised to visit our website or to download our app to find out more about live bus tracking and current service information.
Stop 1: 13 Upper O'Connell Street (Outside Discover Ireland Centre)
Stop 2: Nassau Street / Book of Kells - 24-25 Nassau Street
Stop 3: Kilkenny Design Store - 10-11 Leinster Street South (opposite Trinity Point)
Stop 4: National Art Gallery - Merrion Square West
Stop 5: Merrion Square - Merrion Square West
Stop 6: Pembroke Street Lower
Stop 7: St. Stephen's Green - opposite the Little Museum of Dublin
Stop 8: College Green - 30-33 College Green
Stop 9: Dame Street / Temple Bar - 7-12 Dame Street
Stop 10: Dame Street / Dublin Castle - Lord Edward Street
Stop 11: Christ Church Cathedral - Nicholas Street
Stop 12: St Patrick's Cathedral - Patrick Street
Stop 13: Teeling Whiskey Distillery
Stop 14: High Street - Christchurch Hall, High Street
Stop 15: Guinness Storehouse - St. James' Gate
Stop 16: Pearse Lyons121/122 James' Street
Stop 17: Royal Hospital Kilmainham / IMMA
Stop 18: Heuston Station
Stop 19: Parkgate Street
Stop 20: Phoenix Park - opposite Wellington Monument
Stop 21: Nancy Hands - Parkgate House, Parkgate Street
Stop 22: National Museum of Decorative Arts & History
Stop 23: Jameson Distillery - 24/25 Arran Quay
Stop 24: Big Bus Tours Visitor Centre - 3-4 Bachelors Walk
Stop 25: Parnell Square North
What‘s Included
1-Hour Live-Guided Panoramic Night Tour with 48- and 72-Hour Tickets
One Free Child Ticket with Every Adult Ticket Purchased
Unlimited Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Access for 24, 48, or 72 Hours
Entertaining English-speaking Live Guide
Guided Walking Tour with 48- or 72-Hour Tickets
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Food and drinks
Options
48-Hour Bus with Walking Tour
Duration: 2 days: Ticket valid for 48 hours from the time of first use.
Red Route : Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
Includes: Guided Walking Tour. One child travels free with every paying adult.
24-Hour Hop-on, Hop-off Ticket
Duration: 1 day: Ticket valid for 24 hours from the time of first use.
Red Route: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
Free Child Tickets: One child travels free with every paying adult.
72-Hour Bus with Night Tour
Duration: 3 days: Ticket valid for 72 hours from the time of first use.
Red Route: Unlimited Hop-on, Hop-off access for the duration of your ticket.
Includes: One-hour live-guided panoramic Night Tour and a Guided Walking Tour. One child travels free with every paying adult.
Reviews
2,341 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jimmy a great host very knowledgeable
223leeh,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great trip with Jimmy who was so friendly and knowledgeable. He is an asset to the company. We were on the bus early and was just stood chatting to him for 10 mins of where we should go and what we should see over the weekend. The 48 hr pass with access to Guiness tour was a good package deal.
Humour and history
stephendX9490MU,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jimmy the driver was fantastic both his knowledge and humour made the tour for us he clearly loves his job and it shows THANKS JIMMY 👍
An Entertaining and Insightful Way to Discover the City
carinebM789RE,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A very enjoyable experience with Big Bus. We did two tours: the first with Anne, who provided live commentary and even sang along the way, which made the tour engaging and lively. The second tour was with Robbie, who also sang and combined live interaction with recorded commentary. Both guides were great and offered insightful perspectives on the city. The night tour with Robbie did not go through the smaller streets, but it was still a very interesting way to discover the city comfortably, without walking, and to see far more than we would have managed on our own.
We love Jimmy
jensE9484IW,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jimmy was an excellent tour guide. We caught the last loop of the Big Bus tour and he kindly stopped for us as we rapped on the window of the back of the bus as it was pulling away. As we had the bus to ourselves, Jimmy chatted the whole way and told us tales of Irish history and played folk music that was local to the streets we drove down. He was very personable and witty, and really made our tour memorable. Thanks Jimmy!
Jimmy made our experience!
suitcasestiles,,Jan 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fabulous tour! Very funny and engaging. We learnt lots about Dublin and loved every minute of his stories. Thanks Jimmy
Great night tour
zaimc2020,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We took the night tour & we’re lucky enough to be driven and toured by Robbie. Funny guy with the wit, knowlege and advice of a genuine local! Thanks again!
A great experience!
Andrea T,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We went on the night tour and loved it! Robbie was funny and informative - and also a great singer! He made the experience really memorable for us. We highly recommend the tour to everyone.
Great!
Danielle E,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Alan was the BEST tour guide. He was knowledgeable, funny, and personable. I look forward to taking this tour again!
Jerry is awesome
mirandabC5841BL,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jerry was amazing! Very knowledgeable and funny. He truly made the trip great! The views were also amazing and the village was a little cozy fishing town. I highly recommend
Robbie was the best
chrispO5003CG,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Big bus Dublin, Robbie was a great tour guide just anuff jokes and packed for of information. Great and enjoyable journey, at one point we were the olny ones on yhe bus, recommended to all. Thank you
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