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Overview

Explore Dubai at your own pace on a double-decker, open-top Big Bus Dubai tour. Admire top Dubai attractions including the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al-Arab, and Old Dubai, and hop on and off at any of the stops around the city to visit souks, malls, and museums as you please. Choose from a 1-day Classic, 2-day Premium, or a Deluxe 5-day unlimited attraction pass. Tickets include an array of extras like a Dubai Creek cruise, admission to Dubai Museum, shopping discounts and more.
  • 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, free night tour, and walking tours

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

Part of the open-air upper decks of the buses are shaded so you can enjoy elevated views out of the sun.
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Audio commentary in 12 languages
Entrance fees, unless specified
Gratuities
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure Point

You may start this tour at any of the stops listed.

Departure Time

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Return Details

You may disembark at any of the available stops.
Dubai is full of contrasts, having transformed from a fishing village into a cosmopolitan city in less than a century. From spectacular skyscrapers to traditional souks, there’s plenty for visitors to see and discover. So, climb aboard the open-top Big Bus sightseeing bus and get to know Dubai with ease.

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 one, two, or five days.

Included in your ticket is a range of enjoyable extras, including entry to Dubai Museum, a dhow (Arabian wooden boat) cruise along Dubai Creek, and a panoramic night tour.

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.
Itinerary
Duration: 
2 hours 
Operating Schedule:
  Departures from Dubai Mall start at : 10 am until 4pm. There are 9 stops on the route with a 2 hour frequency. Full Route takes 2 hours. 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.
The Dubai Mall
Stop 1 - Tourist Bus Terminal
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Stop 2 - Bastakiya Old Village (bus stop by Discover Dubai shop)
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Stop 3 - Al Fahidi Fort (Opposite The Government of Dubai Legal Affairs Department)
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Stop 4 - Old Souk of Arabia
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Stop 5 - The Old Watchtower & Heritage Village (Al Ghubaiba Bus stop)
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Stop 6 - Gold & Spice Souks (bus stop near corner with Old Baladiya Street)
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Stop 7 - Dubai Creek (bus stop opposite Riviera Hotel entrance)
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Atlantis The Palm
Stop 8 - Atlantis the Palm (near the monorail station)
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Souk Madinat Jumeirah
Stop 9 - Souk Madinat (first roundabout)
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Points of interest passed by on this route
Burj Khalifa
 
Atlantis Aquaventure Waterpark
 
Dubai Museum & Al Fahidi Fort
 
Old Souk
 
The Dubai Heritage Village
 
Dubai Gold Souk
 
Dubai Spice Souk
 
Palm Jumeirah
 
Burj Al Arab
 
Sheikh Zayed Road
 
The Dubai Mall
 
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and to disembark
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • OPERATED BY Big Bus Dubai
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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 Dubai 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 Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
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What is the policy on sanitization during Big Bus Dubai 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 Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Q:
What is the social distancing policy during Big Bus Dubai 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 Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.
Q:
What measures are being taken to ensure staff health & safety during Big Bus Dubai 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 Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Tour.

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Traveler Tips

  • "Due to COVID-19 you are not allowed to get off the bus at all." See review
  • "Best to do it over a minimum of two days to make the most of it." See review
  • "Not always on time, which was understandable because of traffic conditions." See review

Reviews

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Reviews by Viator travelers

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star-4
Watch your end time
DonnaL_J
, Oct 2021
Well organized, enough stops but we got stranded at the last stop Souk Mandinate for 2 hours after 1600 pick up due to rush hour . Be conscious of the time you end your tour's
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star-4
Mediocre at best
Beverly_S
, Oct 2021
Disappointing that there is now only 1 loop running and that the commentary had not been updated for several years. I’m no so sure this is worth the cost at present
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Not first class
MasterDan
, Aug 2021
Commentary was a few years old as it mentioned new buildings opening in 2018. all the extra features in the description (dhow cruise, night bus tour…) were cancelled without refund.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Scenic and informative way to see the sights.
Adam
, May 2021
Nice scenic tour with good information about the Dubai area. Good way to see the city and get an idea of how to get around.
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star-3
Weak Tour for Hop On Hop Off, “No Stops” Helped Keep Cool
Chas
, May 2021
I have completed several Hop On bus tours in the world. This one was so-so. No good directions on where to meet the bus (btw it’s in some parking garage at the Dubai mall that is not well labeled- I think there was one sign I saw hanging in one of the many, many mall garages with an arrow that said “bus tours.”) Lot of “dead” space is covered in this tour with long pauses of no information. Currently running 3 daily tours that go straight through about 2 hours. Actually preferred the “no stop schedule” they are currently running as it’s well over 95F daily, so the breeze is nice. Information on tour is usually my favorite part, but not much great info- and all the growth and expansion of Dubai is easy to talk about. I’m loyal to Hop On Hop Off tours, but this one was weak. Ticket agent at the garage meet/start point (short petite pretty young Asian girl) was very friendly and helpful.
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2 travelers found this review helpful
star-5
Superb tour
Gavin_B
, Jan 2021
Very educational plus get to see everything in one go and see the things you wouldn’t think of visiting
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
A must in Dubai
Mihails_S
, Jan 2021
Usually I'm trying to avoid Big Bus as it's famous for terrible service, but not this time. Our guide Scott was a great storyteller and the route was amazing. Unfortunately due to Covid restrictions we were unable to leave the bus, but it doesn't made our journey less interesting. Thanks to the ground staff at the bus station, careful driver and amazing guide for great bus tour.
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1 traveler found this review helpful
star-5
Great short trip loved kt
Santosh_J
, Jan 2021
It was a nice experience watching all the historical places and old Dubai too loved it very entertaining
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star-5
My experience (COVID-19)
Meshack_E
, Dec 2020
It was a good experience. Due to COVID-19 you are not allowed to get off the bus at all. Instead they take you around the city by and you can listen to the guide talk or listen to the prerecorded audio as you drive by. Keep in mind you will not get to see all the places listed on the website because the bus is sticking to the driving route. Those other locations required you to walk to them once you get off the bus (which you can’t do). Lastly the tour was not a full two hours which is less than the 2hour and 20 minute ride specified on the maid website. It was still a good way to see the city but keep this in mind when booking. Oh and it is a few cents cheaper to book with Viator then direct with the company.
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2 travelers found this review helpful
star-5
Informative Tour
Andrea_M
, Nov 2020
Great tour. Very informative! Due to Covid there is no hop on hop off, it's just a 2 hour tour. It would have been cool to get off on the stops, but in these times I am just glad any tour was available at all.
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1 traveler found this review helpful

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