Vancouver: 24 or 48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Pass
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 walking tours of 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.
Stop Frequency depends on season. Summer is every 20-30 minutes and Winter is every 60-70 minutes (subject to change)
Recorded commentary available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese and Korean
Hop-On Hop-Off buses are now equipped to accommodate collapsible/foldable wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Free exclusive free walking tours of Stanley Park and downtown Vancouver with the Audiome Tour App
Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour of popular & special areas of Vancouver
Audio commentary
Food and drinks
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop off
Vancouver Attraction Entry Fees
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule:Duration of route is 90 minutes. Hop-On at any stop along the route. May through September: First tour starts around 8:45am, last pick-ups of the day start at 5:00pm. Frequency is every 20 minutes. October through April: First tour starts around 9:45am, last pick-ups of the day start at 3:15pm. Frequency is every 60 minutes. (Schedule and frequency is subject to change.)
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
Options
Classic Pass - Day Ticket
Hop-On, Hop-Off Day Ticket
Premium Pass (48 Hour Ticket)
1 Hour Harbour Cruise: Enjoy a 1 hour harbour cruise onboard Harbour Cruises. (Booked for 1:30 pm on Day 1)
Evening Tour of Vancouver: Included in your 90-minute guided tour are photo stops in Stanley Park & Queen Elizabeth Park and Gastown. (Travel on Day 1)
48 Hours & Capilano Bridge
48 Hours & Capilano Bridge: 48 Hop-On, Hop Off & admission to Capilano Suspension Bridge
48 Hr Hop + Evening (7:00 pm)
48 Hr Hop + Evening (7:00 pm): Experience downtown Vancouver in daytime and a special evening tour of Stanley Park. 7:00 PM Departure
Classic + Harbour Cruise
1 Hour Vancouver Harbour Tour: Enjoy a 1 hour harbour cruise onboard Harbour Cruises. (Booked for 1:30 pm on Day 1)
Classic + Evening Tour
Evening Tour of Vancouver: Included in your 90-minute guided tour are photo stops in Stanley Park & Queen Elizabeth Park and Gastown. (Travel on Day 1)
Classic Pass - 24 Hour Ticket
24 Hour Ticket: Enjoy 24 hours of Vancouver on a Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
48 Hr Hop + Evening (7:30 pm)
48 Hr Hop + Evening (7:30 pm): Experience downtown Vancouver in daytime and a special evening tour of Stanley Park. 7:30 PM Departure
Bag Storage + Day Hop On Pass
Bag Storage + Day Hop On Pass: Guests can each store up to 2 bags at the cruise ship terminal + enjoy a day Hop-On, Hop-Off Pass of Vancouver.
Classic Pass - 48 Hour Ticket
48 Hour Ticket: Enjoy 48 hours of Vancouver on a Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour
Reviews
2,965 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Touring Vancouver
Shawn J,
Oct 14, 2025
- Viator
5.00The Big Bus Tour was amazing. We learned a lot about the history of Vancouver. Our driver/ tour guide was exceptional. Sherry did a phenomenal job in explaining everything along our route. Her professionalism, courtesy and comedic personally message the tour very delightful. I would love to your with her again.
Big Red Bus Vancouver
Angela D,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00You HOHO Big Red Bus in Vancouver was super easy to use and was very informative. Using it in combination with the SkyTrain was an excellent way to do sightseeing.
A very good option for an...
Lynda S,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00A very good option for an overview of Vancouver. The drivers point out places of interest and historical facts. The bus fills up with 30-40 people.
Great Option to See the City & More
Chris H,
Oct 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great overview of the city with the access across the city for shopping and dining. We purchased the 48 hour pass and never looked back. Also, if you take this bus to stop 1, there is a free bus that takes you out to the Capilano Suspension Bridge and back, which is also amazing!!
Very knowledgeable. Was...
kirk d,
Oct 9, 2025
- Viator
5.00Very knowledgeable. Was shown many sites. Accommodating for our portable wheelchair for our 97 yr old auntie.
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