Paris Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Tour with Optional River Cruise
Paris, France
- 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
Overview
Make sightseeing in Paris easier with a 24- or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour. Instead of relying on expensive taxis or figuring out local public transportation, use the bus to get around to all the major attractions. Audio commentary is available in multiple languages to add context to what you see. Upgrade to add a Seine River cruise so you can get views from the water, too.
- Create a personalized itinerary of the sights you want to see
- Learn more about Paris from the commentary than you ever would alone
- Skip any stops you're not interested in
- Get an overview of Paris's major attractions even if you're short on time
Why Travelers Choose This Tour
More than just a hop-on hop-off bus tour: Upgrade with a cruise and/or Arc de Triomphe entry.
What's Included
- 24- or 48-Hour Hop-on, Hop-on Bus Tour
- 1-hour Seine River Cruise (if option selected)
- Arc de Triomphe entrance ticket (if option selected)
- Engaging audio commentary in a choice of 9 languages with free headphones
- WiFi on-board
- A free app providing route information and real-time bus tracking
- Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
- Food & Drinks
- Entrance tickets to monuments
Meeting and Pickup
Operating hours
Select your preferred tour option to see hours.
Departure Point
- You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.
Itinerary
aking a hop-on hop-off bus tour around Paris gives you access to all the main attractions, an overview of the city and a means of getting around all in one convenient package. With an open-top, double-decker bus, you get the added bonus of an excellent vantage point for panoramic views.
Your ticket is valid on the Red Route through Paris, which includes stops at the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Champs-Elysées, Palais Garnier, and Musée d’Orsay. The route includes informative audio commentary, available in nine languages, while you see the sights.
Choose a 24- or 48-hour ticket, valid starting the first time you use it, and disembark at any of the stops to explore further on your own. Climb aboard the next bus when you're done sightseeing on foot to continue your circuit of the city. See the Itinerary section below for a list of all the hop-on hop-off tour stops.
Choose to upgrade your sightseeing experience by adding a Seine River cruise and/or Arc de Triomphe tickets to your package.
Your ticket is valid on the Red Route through Paris, which includes stops at the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Champs-Elysées, Palais Garnier, and Musée d’Orsay. The route includes informative audio commentary, available in nine languages, while you see the sights.
Choose a 24- or 48-hour ticket, valid starting the first time you use it, and disembark at any of the stops to explore further on your own. Climb aboard the next bus when you're done sightseeing on foot to continue your circuit of the city. See the Itinerary section below for a list of all the hop-on hop-off tour stops.
Choose to upgrade your sightseeing experience by adding a Seine River cruise and/or Arc de Triomphe tickets to your package.
Red - Classic Route
10 Stops
21 Points of Interest
Duration: 2 hours 15 minutes
Operating Schedule: You can hop on and off from our Paris Red Route tour from 10 different stops. Buses run every 10-20 minutes. Tune in to our pre-recorded commentary, available in 9 languages via complimentary headphones. Red Route Tour strats from Stop 1 at 09.45am and the last tour from Stop 1 is 17.30pm. Customers are advised to visit our website or download our app to find out more about updated service information. Your River cruise tickets will be provided by a Big Bus agent when boarding on the bus they will then tell you where to board.
1
Louvre Museum
2
Pont des Arts
3
Notre Dame
4
Musée d'Orsay
5
Champs-Élysées
6
Grand Palais
7
Place d'Iéna
8
Eiffel Tower
9
Champ de Mars
10
Palais Garnier
Points of interest passed by on this route
Musee d'Orsay
Eiffel Tower
Cathedrale Notre-Dame de Paris
Louvre Museum
The Seine
Palais Garnier
Champs-Elysees
Le Trocadero et son esplanade
Grand Palais
Big Bus Paris
Champ de Mars
Pont des Arts
Arc de Triomphe
Avenue Montaigne
Petit Palais
Place de la Concorde
Palais de Tokyo
Luxembourg Gardens
Galeries Lafayette Paris Haussmann
Invalides
Musee du quai Branly - Jacques Chirac
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Redeem your voucher at any of the designated Big Bus stop
- Infants (age 0-3) can go on the tour free of charge
- Please download the Big Bus app to find out more about real-time bus tracking information.
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Reviews
3.9
based on 6,668 reviews
Joan_B, May 2026
Sit on top to get the best pictures. Use headsets for valuable information. Wait for the bus not long.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your helpful feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the views from the top deck and found the audio commentary informative. We’re also pleased to hear the wait time was short. We appreciate you sharing these tips with fellow travelers and hope to welcome you on board again soon.
Ciprian @ Big Bus Tours
ddnice1, May 2026
Always a wonderful way to see all the major sites, I've purchased this every time I've been to Paris. And I planned to do it again and again.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your continued loyalty and kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Big Bus Tours is your go‑to way to see Paris and that you’ve enjoyed the experience on every visit. We truly appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you on board again and again.
Ciprian @ Big Bus Tours
william_h, May 2026
well worth the cost.. great way to key attractions all at once but with the ability hop off and hop back on
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your great feedback! We’re delighted to hear you found the tour well worth the cost and enjoyed seeing the key attractions with the flexibility to hop on and off at your own pace. We’re glad Big Bus Tours helped make your time in Paris even more enjoyable.
Ciprian @ Big Bus Tours
Cindy_D, May 2026
Convenient way to see all the major sites. Points of pickup were well marked and the schedules were followed
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re happy to hear you found the tour a convenient way to see all the major sights and that the pickup points and schedules met your expectations. We’re glad you enjoyed a smooth experience and hope to welcome you back on board soon.
Ciprian @ Big Bus Tours
Lori_S, May 2026
The hoho bus made seeing Paris a dream! Informative and relaxing! Never had to wait but a few minutes
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear that the hop‑on hop‑off bus made seeing Paris such a dream and that you found the experience both informative and relaxing. We’re also glad the short wait times helped make your tour smooth and enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back on board soon.
Ciprian @ Big Bus Tours
LouAnn_M, May 2026
It’s a great way to see all the major spots in Paris. Top of the bus is definitely the place to sit. Commentary via ear pieces is very informative.
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your great review! We’re glad you enjoyed seeing all the major sights of Paris and made the most of the top deck for the views. It’s also wonderful to hear that you found the audio commentary informative. We hope you had a memorable time and look forward to welcoming you on board again.
Ciprian @ Big Bus Tours
Kenneth_B, May 2026
Horrific, 48 hour pass disappeared after 1 day.
We were turned away from the cruise and after waiting almost an hour and speaking with 4 different employees, btw each giving conflicting and different directions, our day was ruined.
Joanne_F, May 2026
Was unable to figure out the correct language when booking up the ear phones. It was still a good experience. Buses showed up quite often for pickups at each stop.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hello Joanne_! We appreciate your feedback! It's wonderful to know that you had a good experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Wishing you a great day! Alexandru from Big Bus Tours
Paul_P, May 2026
We love the Big Bus in every major city we visit. It is a great way to get an overall sense of the city to then focus on what you want to visit in more detail. Amsterdam is a beautiful city and this tour filled that goal. The bus seats we a bit uncomfortable however.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Paul_P! We would like to thank you for your feedback! We are glad to hear that you love the Big Bus in every major city you visit. We hope to have you back soon! Have a nice day! Alexandru @ Big Bus Tours
Joe_W, May 2026
If short on time or tired of walking, this is great way to see the highlights of inner Paris in a couple of hours.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Joe_W,
We appreciate your feedback! We are happy to know that you found our service useful and you had the chance to see the highlights of Paris! We aim to ensure you receive the highest quality service. We can't wait to have you back on one of our buses again! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Tracey_E, Apr 2026
Loved the hop on hop off, we did an entire loop before we hopped off to get the lay of the land and it helped a lot. We'll worth the money!
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Tracey_E,
Thank you for your feedback! It’s wonderful to hear that you had a positive experience with our service. We hope to see you again in the future! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Carter_N, Apr 2026
Great way to see Paris and the main sites of interest. Would get for 2 days as there is much to see and spend time in the museums. Boat cruise is worth doing as different perspective of that section of Paris. Guides at the stops were friendly and provided good directions.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Carter_N,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! We are glad to hear that you got to explore the beautiful sights while also discovering the city's history. Our staff receives training regularly so that you get the best possible experience! We hope to see you again on one of our buses in the future! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Todd_H, Apr 2026
Great route. Great audio. Easy to hop on and off with frequent buses so you dont feel stuck. Friendly drivers.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Todd_H,
We really appreciate your feedback! We truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted to hear that you were pleased with the service from our team. We prioritize ongoing training for our team to ensure you receive outstanding service. We hope that we will see you again riding with us in the future! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Ryan_C, Apr 2026
Just very easy and enjoyed every minute from
The buying of ticket to the hop on hop offs, excellent places visited
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Ryan_C,
Thank you for your feedback! Knowing that our guests have a great time on our tours is incredibly important to us. We offer regular training to our staff, to make sure you always receive a 5* service. We hope to see you again in the future! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Stephen_P, Apr 2026
Great tour. Got to see all the big sites that you want to see! Being able to get on and off so you can visit the sites is very convenient.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Stephen_P,
We appreciate your feedback! It's great to hear that you had a good time with us! We would love for you to join us again sometime! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
John_O, Apr 2026
The Hop On Hop Off bus was very easy to use. It took to the major points of interest in Paris. The only criticism we have is the signs were to catch the bus were sometimes hard to see especially the one by the Louve.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi John_O,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! It really helps us to improve our services. We are grateful to know that you enjoyed our service, however we are sorry to hear that some stops were not that easy to find! We recommend checking out our website and app for finding the stop locations, as you can find the complete addresses there, along with some photos for locating them more easily. We hope to see you again in the future! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Deborah_F, Apr 2026
It was a great experience sing all the sights of Paris., it's highly recommended.. and they have ear but the translation
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Deborah_F,
Thank you for your feedback! It's great that you got to explore the city and learn some of its history! We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
WILLIAM_W, Apr 2026
The bus driver never spoke so make sure you use the audio or you won’t have any idea where to get off. Half of the audio jacks on the bus don’t work
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi WILLIAM_W,
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us! It really helps us to improve our services. We will look into the problem with the broken audio jacks, so we can fix them as soon as possible. We've recently upgraded our complimentary on-board headphones and are confident that your next tour aboard a Big Bus will be greatly improved. Alternatively, we do encourage customers to bring their own - our immersive audio guides can play through anything connected by an AUX! We hope that you will consider giving us another try in the future, as we are sure you would have a better time! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Angela_C, Apr 2026
Great stress free way to see all the main sights with history. Staff were helpful and friendly. If you’re someone who likes to explore each stop I would recommend the longer tour time.
Response from Host, May 2026
Hi Angela_C,
Thank you for your feedback! We are glad to hear that you got to explore the beautiful sights while also discovering the city's history. We are committed to continuous training for our team to guarantee you receive exceptional service. We can’t wait to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
Nathalie_L, Apr 2026
Buses are electric so easy to hear the audio. App is easy to use so you can know when the next bus is coming. The only negative thing is that there is a lot of dead time between sights. Instead of music I feel they could have added more info about the city’s history.
Pam_D, Apr 2026
Fantastic way to get around and the buses are very frequent so you are never waiting to long for the next bus to come along.
Carla_R, Apr 2026
Very fun bus! Took us everywhere we wanted to go! The Guildes were very good and knowledgeable. Loved getting on and off!
Barbara_W, Apr 2026
Get the 48 hour package if you have time. The first ride around I saw places that I would want to hop off but did not. Once I had the bigger picture I could target my stops better
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hello Barbara! We truly appreciate your kind review. It brings us joy to know that you enjoyed your first tour with us in Paris. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Lixa_R, Apr 2026
Great way to see most of the city and learn about it. Bus go around most landmarks and explanations are very helpful.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Lixa! We're delighted to hear that you had wonderful tours with us. We can't wait to see you again soon! Warm regards, Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Laura_H, Apr 2026
Very wonderful to have the bus to help us move around the city! Lots of great information and busses were clean and ran often! Highly recommend!!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Laura! We're so glad to hear you had fantastic tours with us. Can't wait to see you again soon! Warm regards, Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Larry_S, Apr 2026
Worked great. Very good value for the price. First time we used it, a stop was missed to make up time. Otherwise, all stops were good.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hello Larry! We appreciate your review. It's wonderful to know that you enjoyed your tours with us. Looking forward to seeing you again soon! Best, Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Stephanie_K, Apr 2026
Easy to use, interesting commentary, good amount of stops and adequate frequency of busses . Good options for seating inside or out
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Stephanie! Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We're thrilled to hear that you loved the tours with us. Can't wait to welcome you back soon! Cheers, Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Lisa_W, Apr 2026
Big Bus Paris was a great way to see most of the major sights of the city in one relatively short tour. We were able to get our bearings in the city and also found places that had not previously been on our radar. Highly recommend for Paris first time visitors. Bus was clean and comfortable and the narration was very informative.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Lisa! Thank you for your lovely review. We are happy to hear that you had a great tour with us in Paris. We hope to see you soon! Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Leida_S, Apr 2026
Customers need to confirm that the information and details of the tour in the website is correct and in-line with the tour guide operator.
The time range given to us in Lauterbrunnen was only 1 hour when the tour info states 2 hours. It is a dioasspoinyting experience.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Leida! Thank you for your review. It's unfortunate that you weren't able to enjoy your tours. We'd recommend taking advantage of our Fully Flexible ticketing, which gives you the freedom to change your experience to a better-suited date - simply hop on a live chat 24/7 with one of our team and they'll be happy to help. See you next time, Ana from Big Bus Tours.
Lauren_M, Apr 2026
This is a great tour with lots of good information and stops, however, the lack of communication is ridiculous. We took a tour over two days and on both trips had time wasted with NO communication.
The first day, there was an automated announcement made through the headphones that we were taking a detour and they would let us know when we were back on track. Well… over an hour of circling the same three spots with no stops or opportunity to get off, we never got any additional information or communication from them. No idea what happened, no apologies, just trapped on a circling bus. The driver wouldn’t answer any questions or tell us anything.
The second day, we got trapped outside the Lourve due to some sort of traffic issue where a policeman was only letting pedestrians walk. Again, not the buses fault, we’re in Paris, so we expect traffic. But there was NO communication, no explanation, nothing. Just sitting for 20 minutes stuck at a stop.
Ultimately things happen and when you’re in a big busy city during tourist season, traffic is expected. What frustrated me was the lack of communication around it.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Hi Lauren_M,
Thank you for taking your time to write your feedback! We apologise profusely for the lack of communication, as we understand how this affected your stay in Paris! We are forwarding your feedback to our local team so we can make the approppiate improvements! We hope that you will consider riding with us again, as we are sure you would have a better time! Best wishes. Cristian T, Big Bus Tours
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