Vancouver: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour on Double-Decker Bus

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Overview

Available languages

German
Korean
Japanese
English
Chinese (China)
French
Spanish

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.

Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.

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.

What To Expect

Red Route

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.

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Cruise Terminal/Vancouver Convention Centre/Westcoast Sightseeing Welcome Kiosk

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Near Hotel Entrance on W. Hastings St.

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"Shopping District" Blue Horizon Hotel Entrance

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In Harbour Cruises Parking Lot

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Across From the Public Transit Loop

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On Burrard Street, close to Smithe Street

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On Burrard Street, Across from Sheraton Wall Centre

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W. 2nd Ave + Anderson Street

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"Entertainment District" Corner of Granville St. & Helmcken St.

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"Sports District" At W. Georgia Street Hotel Entrance

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"Library Square" NW corner of Robson Street + Homer Street

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Pacific Blvd Across from BC Place by the Pedestrian Overpass

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Keefer St. Across from Easy Park

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In Front of Trees Organics Coee

What‘s Included

Winter Season (October-April) - 10 stops with a 35-40 min frequency. Duration or 60 minutes.

Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)

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

Cancellation Policy

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

Options

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

48hr Ticket & Walking Tours

48hr Hop-on Hop-off 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

3.66

3,159 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Bad first half. Good second half

    Jane S,May 27, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    I am only giving 5 stars for the second half of the Hop on Hop Off because we had live commentary from Sherry. She made the rest of our experience so enjoyable with her knowledge and anecdotes. So much more was pointed out to us. The first half with a recorded commentary was really not very good. They missed a lot of opportunities to tell us of the surroundings and talked more amongst themselves on shopping or eating or just general chit chat which added no value to the tour at all. If our second half was as uninspiring as the first you would have got two stars at most. You need more knowledgeable people like Sherry. Here’s an idea. She could be a trainer!!!!

  • Wasted money and uncomfortable

    366geraldr,May 27, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    1.00

    So not worth it. This is basically a city bus with stops nearby an attraction (Stanley Park is huge but only one stop). There is not a human tour guide just an audio feed that consistently cuts out mid story when the driver exits a zone driving too fast and it starts new story to cut off. This happened on each bus we got on. Very annoying! Bus conditions vary from a newer double decker cloth seated bus (with only side windows making it hard to see when most of the alleged tour sights are buildings/skyscrapers ranging) to a no-kidding kids' school bus with kid size seats (straight up bench back seats with zero knee space) If you are over 5'5'' forget about leg room. I feel completely taken as a first-time tourist in Vancouver for the excessive price we paid. Take a taxi.

  • Great way to see the...

    Robert B,May 27, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    Great way to see the highlights of Vancouver with a short stay. The Driver/Guide was exceptional. She had opportunities to stop along the way as traffic was light.

  • There’s a few recorded...

    Susan C,May 27, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    3.00

    There’s a few recorded announcement at various stops. The driver doesn’t speak at all. There’s not much narration at all.

  • Short hours of operation

    Michael D,May 27, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    3.00

    Found it to be a waste of money. The hours of operation start late and end too early. Bus was clean and drivers nice.

  • Hop on Vancouver

    Teresa C,May 26, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    3.00

    This is a popular attraction so be prepared to wait for the transfers. I will say I was surprised at one of the stops because it was in a pretty sketchy area that made us uncomfortable. But It was an overall easy way to get around for the money.

  • You need more Sherry

    192nadinec,May 25, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    4.00

    Yes, I said what I said. We had Sherry as our tour guide/bus driver/comic relief today. Let me tell you, this service would NOT have received 4 stars if it wasn't for her. The first day my friend and I took the bus, we were subjected to an automatic mindless and somewhat annoying pre recorded audio which was supposed to tell you about each area, as you passed them. Well, the audio was interrupted constantly and rarely was on track with what we were passing at the time. Fast forward to today, we grabbed another bus with the sole intention of going to Gastown to grab some last minute souvenirs. The experience with her was 5 star! She narrated every sight herself as we approached them (imagine that! You can actually get the information and know where to look!) Yes, it is a nice service to get you around the city and stops at lots of points of interest. Much cheaper than a taxi, no worrying about renting a car. Bottom line, its a good service BUT if you want the BEST experience, you want to get on Sherrys bus! And....she didn't even roll her eyes when my friend tipped her in American dollars (but I did). Highly recommend Sherry!!

  • Vacouver Tour

    Judy J,May 25, 2026

    - Review from Viator

    5.00

    This was easy to do and the ride was informative and enjoyable. We did the whole route and then later stopped at specific spots to explore. I enjoyed this trip a lot!

  • Sherry and Corinne where the Best!

    Alina B,May 25, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    Sherry and Corinne where the Best!

  • Recommend

    Pauline W,May 25, 2026

    - Review from Tripadvisor

    5.00

    All the drivers were very friendly and helpful —Sherry was by far the most candid and fun. Hop-on-Hop-off was perfect for our visit because we could choose our interests and truly enjoy them. Bring a jacket if you are cold-natured… the ac was freezing 🥶

From CA$73.00