Vancouver: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour on Double-Decker Bus
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Travel on a captivating exploration of Vancouver aboard our Double Decker & clear top vintage buses with the flexibility of a Hop-On, Hop-Off Pass. Explore downtown Vancouver, visiting major attractions and scenic points of interest. The highlights of your journey are at your fingertips, allowing you to create your personalized adventure.
• Downtown Vancouver Discovery: Cruise through downtown Vancouver, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere and discovering major attractions with our vintage clear-top buses.
• Scenic Points of Interest: Enjoy the breathtaking views of scenic points of interest from the open-top deck, providing a unique and immersive experience of Vancouver's beauty.
• Hop-On, Hop-Off Flexibility: Choose to Hop-Off at any of the stops that pique your interest. Explore at your own pace and Hop-On again whenever you're ready to continue the tour.
• Exclusive free audio-guided walking tours of Gastown, Chinatown, Stanley Park, and Downtown Vancouver
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ticket valid for 24 or 48 consecutive hours. Ticket validation cannot be split over days.
Digital commentary available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese and Korean
Hop-On Hop-Off buses are equipped to accommodate collapsible/foldable wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Guests may activate ticket in Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff at Stop #1, or with driver at any stop along the route
Tickets include four free self-guided walking tours on the AudioMe app. Explore areas beyond the bus route with engaging audio guides covering Vancouver’s history, landmarks, and culture
Winter Season (October-April) - 10 stops with a 35-40 min frequency. Duration or 60 minutes.
Summer Season (May-September) - 14 stops with a 15-30 min frequency. Duration or 120 minutes.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule:Full loop is 90 minutes. Buses depart Stop #1 9:45AM-3:45PM. Frequency is every 30 minutes.
Cruise Terminal/Vancouver Convention Centre/Westcoast Sightseeing Welcome Kiosk
Near Hotel Entrance on W. Hastings St.
"Shopping District" Blue Horizon Hotel Entrance
In Harbour Cruises Parking Lot
Across From the Public Transit Loop
On Burrard Street, close to Smithe Street
On Burrard Street, Across from Sheraton Wall Centre
W. 2nd Ave + Anderson Street
"Entertainment District" Corner of Granville St. & Helmcken St.
"Sports District" At W. Georgia Street Hotel Entrance
"Library Square" NW corner of Robson Street + Homer Street
Pacific Blvd Across from BC Place by the Pedestrian Overpass
Keefer St. Across from Easy Park
In Front of Trees Organics Co ee
What‘s Included
Winter Season (October-April) - 10 stops with a 35-40 min frequency. Duration or 60 minutes.
2hr Twilight Night Tour (if option selected)
New for 2026 self-guided audio walking tours in Gastown and Chinatown
Audio-guided walking tours of Gastown, Chinatown, Stanley Park, and Downtown Vancouver
24/48hr Unlimited hop-on hop-off access
Summer Season (May-September) - 14 stops with a 15-30 min frequency. Duration or 120 minutes.
Professional audio commentary
Hotel pickup and drop off
Options
48hr Ticket & Walking Tours
48hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour
2x Self-Guided Walking Tours: Choose Stanley Park or Downtown Vancouver
48hr/Walking Tours/Night Tour
48hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour
2hr Twilight Night Tour
2x Self-Guided Walking Tours: Choose Stanley Park or Downtown Vancouver
24hr Ticket & Walking Tours
24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour
2x Self-Guided Walking Tours: Choose Stanley Park or Downtown Vancouver
Reviews
3,070 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sherry said, “Don’t drink the water here”
718cesart,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sherry was an excellent guide. We really enjoyed our tour with her. She made us laugh and informed us at the same time. Told us not to drink the water here 🤣.
Good for First Timers
Alan S,Apr 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00A very good introduction to Vancouver for those new to the City. The buses were regular and modern. There was an informative recorded commentary. A special mention must go to one of the drivers, Spencer, who gave additional information as regards what to do/ how to get there as well as some interesting anecdotes about the City.
Very good tour
D4207VGandrewc,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Great! Informative. Our driver Sanjay was very friendly and really helped me start to place the geography history of the town that I had previously only stumbled across. I would say that knowing when and where to meet the trolley was a little difficult to know until we had arrived. We went to the first stop at the earliest time because that’s the only information we had as I couldn’t find a map or timetable online or anywhere.
Good City Introduction
fionas544,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A great introduction to Vancouver covering all the major sites. Particular mention must go to one of the Drivers, Spencer, who gave additional interesting commentary which added to the experience.
Very enjoyable!
danyaj 11,Apr 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sherry (like the Spanish wine)..as she states :) made the tour so fun and enjoyable! I got off at several stops in Vancouver and was so excited if she was the driver I got each time. Tour was great, on time and convenient!.. but she made it really an awesome experience!!
A bit disappointed
Brian M,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Wish could get tickets from any stop instead of having to go all the way to Canada Place. Also expected a real person to guide as opposed to prerecorded. Would have like bus to pass through Chinatown as well. Would recommend to others with reservations.
Fun tim
denise v,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to get around town. Best to get the big bus app to show the route and your location. Also you will see the live bus location.
Free Walking Tour add on
Charles L,Apr 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
4.00Ask for the free walking tour BEFORE you get off the bus. They don’t tell you that and once off the bus the walking tour is no longer available.
SHERRY MADE OUR DAY!!
joannebX3398BJ,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Sherry shines!!! So personable - lots of good information! Perky, fun - good sense of humour! Excellent experience!! Go Sherry go!!!
Convenient way to get...
Mike J,Apr 13, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Convenient way to get around to many destinations in Vancouver. Easy to hop on and off for Gastown, Stanley Park, Granville, and other popular spots.
From CA$73.00
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