Big Bus Dubai Hop-On, Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour by Open-Top Bus
- 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
- Hop-on hop-off Big Bus sightseeing tour of Dubai by open-top bus
- Choose from a 1-, 2-, 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.
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
What's Included
- Choose from a 24-hr, 48-hr or 5-day Hop-on, Hop-off bus ticket
- A traditional 1-hour Dhow Creek Cruise (Not included in the 24-Hour Bus only ticket)
- The Lost World Aquarium entry (48-hr and 5-day options)
- Desert sunset tour(5-day option only)
- The Dubai Frame Admission (5-day option only)
- Audio commentary available in 6 languages
- Unlimited Pizza & Soft Drinks on 1-hour Dhow Creek Cruise (5-day option only)
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting and Pickup
Operating hours
Departure Point
- You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.
Ticket Redemption Point
Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa - Downtown Dubai - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Itinerary
Enjoy 360-degree views of the sights and hop on and hop off at any of the stops on the routes. Plus, stay aboard and repeat your circuits any number of times during your chosen ticket time — either 1-Day Discover, 2-day Essential, or an Explore 5-day unlimited attraction pass.
Included in your ticket is a range of enjoyable extras, depending on your choice.
Explore the traditional city of Dubai around the Dubai Creek, and visit a wide variety of museums, souks, a fort, an old palace, and historic districts. Experience the thrilling views of Dubai Marina and its stunning waterfront by taking the Marina tour.
See the Itinerary for a list of stops serviced and additional benefits.
13 Stops
16 Points of Interest
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. Important Information: Due to the current situation in Dubai, routes are operating with a reduced number of stops and adjusted schedules. Please check the latest updates before travel. Important Information: Due to the current situation in Dubai, routes are operating with a reduced number of stops and adjusted schedules. Please check the latest updates before travel. Important Information: Due to the current situation in Dubai, routes are operating with a reduced number of stops and adjusted schedules. Red Route Stops: Wafi City, Dubai Mall, Museum of the Future, Souk Al Seef, Historical Bastakiya, Old Souk, Gold & Spice Souk, Dubai Frame Red Route Frequency: Every 60 minutes from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (starting at Wafi City)
Wafi City
Burj Khalifa
The Museum of the Future
Al Seef Marine Transport Station 1
Al Bastakiya
Al Fahidi street
Dubai Spice Souk Information Center
Al Shindagha Museum
Gold Souq
Dubai Spice Souk Information Center
Dubai Creek
Baniyas Road
Dubai Frame
Points of interest passed by on this route
Burj Khalifa
Aquaventure Waterpark
Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort
Old Souk
The Dubai Heritage Village
Gold Souk
Dubai Spice Souk
Palm Jumeirah
Burj Al Arab
Sheikh Zayed Road
The Dubai Mall
United Arab Emirates
Dubai Frame
BurJuman
Dubai Creek
Sheikh Saeed al-Maktoum's House
10 Stops
12 Points of Interest
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. Important Information: Due to the current situation in Dubai, routes are operating with a reduced number of stops and adjusted schedules. Blue Route (Atlantis Shuttle): Dubai Mall, Souk Madinat, Atlantis The Palm Atlantis Shuttle Departures (from Dubai Mall): 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM
Dubai Mall
Ain Dubai
Dubai Marina
Skydive Dubai
Cayan Tower
Dubai Media City
Atlantis The Palm (Non Stop)
Fairmont The Palm
Palm West Beach by Dubai Retail
Souk Madinat Jumeirah
Points of interest passed by on this route
The Dubai Mall
At The Top, Burj Khalifa
Mall of the Emirates
Ski Dubai
Ain Dubai
Bluewaters By Dubai Retail
Cayan Tower
Aquaventure Waterpark
Burj Al Arab
Palm Jumeirah
Souk Madinat Jumeirah By Dubai Retail
Palm West Beach By Dubai Retail
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and to disembark
- Important Information: Due to the current situation in Dubai, routes are operating with a reduced number of stops and adjusted schedules. Please check the latest updates before travel. • Red Route Stops: Wafi City, Dubai Mall, Museum of the Future, Souk Al Seef, Historical Bastakiya, Old Souk, Gold & Spice Souk, Dubai Frame • Blue Route (Atlantis Shuttle): Dubai Mall, Souk Madinat, Atlantis The Palm • Red Route Frequency: Every 60 minutes from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (starting at Wafi City) • Atlantis Shuttle Departures (from Dubai Mall): 10:30 AM, 12:30 PM, 2:30 PM, 4:30 PM
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