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Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

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icon1 hour 50 minutes  (Approx.)
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iconOffered in: English and 8 more
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What you can expect during your visit
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Gear/equipment sanitized between use
Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff
Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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Overview

Get to know Abu Dhabi at your own pace on a hop-on hop-off Big Bus tour. With your 1-, 2-, or 5-day hop-on hop-off bus ticket, board the open-top double-decker bus and set your own sightseeing itinerary. Enjoy panoramic views of the palm-lined Corniche, listen to the onboard commentary, enjoy some fun included extras with longer duration tickets, and hop on and off at any of the stops to visit must-sees such as Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Heritage Village.
  • Hop-on hop-off tour of Abu Dhabi
  • Tour the city at your own pace as you hop on and off at any of the stops
  • Travel around Abu Dhabi in an open-top double-decker bus
  • See landmarks like the Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi Corniche, Marina Mall, and more
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Food and drinks, unless specified
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You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.

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You may disembark at any of the available stops.
Abu Dhabi blends incredible modern architecture with cutting-edge leisure attractions, museums, beaches, and much more. 

There’s no easier way to explore the city than on a hop-on hop-off tour by open-top, double-decker Big Bus. Enjoy 360-degree views of Abu Dhabi’s skyscrapers, learn about the sights from the onboard commentary available in various languages, and hop on and off the air-conditioned bus at any of the stops to explore on foot.

With your choice of ticket, stay aboard to admire panoramic views of the seafront Corniche with its lush palms and white-sand beaches backed by glass high-rises. Or step off the bus to visit the gleaming white-marbled Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one Abu Dhabi’s most iconic buildings.

Next, maybe leave the bus to explore the cultural district of Saadiyat Island or dive into the 250 and more stores, cinema, and restaurants of the Marina Mall.

You can hop on and off at any of the stops to explore on your own. Buses run at regular intervals so rejoining the tour is easy and convenient. Your hop-on hop-off ticket is valid for one day, including unlimited rides per loop during hours of operation. Upgrade to a 2- or 5-day ticket for extras such as an evening tour and a tour of Al Ain.

The tour is fun, safe and a relaxed way to explore the city. Above all, it guarantees some breathtaking views of Abu Dhabi.

See the Itinerary below for a full list of hop-on hop-off stops.
Itinerary
Duration: 
1 hour 50 minutes
Operating Schedule:
  First Bus Departure - 09:00 Last Bus Departure - 17:00 Frequency : Every 60 minutes We have introduced a number of new health & safety measures to reduce the risk associated with the spread of Covid-19 in line with government advice and requirements of the local health authorities. These include regular cleaning of buses and social distancing measures. To uphold these new safety and hygiene standards in keeping our guests safe during the Covid-19 Pandemic, we may have to operate a reduced service and changes to ticket inclusions. This may also include frequency of departures, changes to routes and reduction/removal of stops. Customers are advised to visit our website or to download our app to find out more about our new health and safety measures and for the most update service information.
Abu Dhabi Mall
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Louvre Abu Dhabi
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The Promenade
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Abu Dhabi Beach
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Bahya Al Bahar Beach
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Heritage Villlage
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Marina Mall
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Bay View
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The Founder’s Memorial
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Emirates Palace
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UAE Presidential Palace
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Al Hisn
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WTCAD (World Trade Center Abu Dhabi)
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The Galleria Al Maryah Island
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Points of interest passed by on this route
The Founder's Memorial
 
Emirates Palace
 
Qasr Al Hosn
 
Abu Dhabi Beach
 
Heritage Village
 
Qasr Al Watan
 
Abu Dhabi Mall
 
Marina Mall
 
Louvre Abu Dhabi
 
Qasr Al Watan
 
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Mobile Vouchers accepted
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • There is a strict dress code to enter the Mosque, women must wear loose long trousers, long sleeves and a head scarf. Men must cover their shoulders and knees. You will be refused entry if you do not comply to the dress code
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • OPERATED BY Big Bus Dubai

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Learn more about cancellations.

The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
Q:
What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour?
A:
The policies on face masks and attendee health are:

  • Face masks required for travelers in public areas
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
See all safety measures taken by Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Q:
What is the policy on sanitization during Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour?
A:
The policies on sanitization are:

  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Gear/equipment sanitized between use
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
See all safety measures taken by Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour?
A:
The policies on social distancing are:

  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
See all safety measures taken by Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour?
A:
The policies on staff health & safety are:

  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Regular temperature checks for staff
See all safety measures taken by Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.

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Traveler Tips

  • "If planning a trip avoid Fridays for the tour as lots of venues are closed." See review
  • "Plan carefully if you intend to include the Yas Island element because, depending on the amount of shore time available, the timetables of the two bus routes do not necessarily dovetail very well." See review

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Lovely ride
Jacomina_N
, Mar 2020
Lovely routes with modern busses. The information is clear and in 8 languages. The timetable is every 20 minutes. Of you arrivé on a cruiseschip, Big Bus provider a shuttle bus to the start of the route
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Big bus Abu Dhabi
wynfordjones
, Jan 2020
As the ship had altered the itinerary, we had two days here. Upgraded to a two day ticket without any trouble. A great way to see the place, lovely helpful staff, well done Big Bus, would definitely recommend this tour
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Good way to get an overview
smurray5991
, Nov 2019
This was a well organized hop-on, hop-off bus that includes two different routes covering all the major sites in town. I found the frequency of buses to be accurate (every half hour), with good opportunities to coordinate rides on the two different lines. Abu Dhabi is so spread out that this was a really great way to get out to the Grand Mosque, and also visit several other sites in town and on Yas Island.
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Good Orientation
Viper747
, Oct 2019
Staff were excellent and very helpful. If planning a trip avoid Fridays for the tour as lots of venues are closed. For the 2 day pass the luxury boat cruise which replaced the Dhow cruise was not worth the time
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Not what i thought
Cruiser25416785725
, Jun 2019
The ad says tickets are free. We had to pay at the President palace & the forte. There is not enough time in 1 day to see everything on the itinerary
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Great Way to see Abu Dhabi
Road17696934992
, Mar 2019
We visited Abu Dhabi last week and used the Big Bus Tour to see all the sights. We had a wonderful time and would recommend this tour to all travellers.
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Everything ok
Rosario_it
, Jan 2019
The hop on hop off is a nice possibility of visiting the different sites in Abu Dhabi which are far away between them.
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Too long
S1088IGjudyk
, Nov 2018
Yas Island boring. Seems like a long trip with little to see. Would not recommend. Length of wait time at stops too long.
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We booked the deluxe package and were...
valerie
, Sep 2018
We booked the deluxe package and were surprised with all the add on's that were included in the price. The buses were well looked after all of the headphone sockets worked. The commentary was good and informative. For a quick and easy way to see a city and to work out the parts that interest you this is the best option. All of the staff that we had contact with were very pleasant and professional. We went on the Al Ain day trip that was included on the deluxe package and it was a day well worth going on. The driver / guide Purma was very knowledgeable and helpful throughout the trip.
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A fantastic coverage of areas and...
Ian C
, Mar 2018
A fantastic coverage of areas and sights. Unlimited free cold water all day. Lovely helpful staff. Disappointing that the dhow cruise was unavailable - the 40 minute yacht cruise was ok but a bit boring.
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