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Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Tour
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icon1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours  (approx.)
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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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Commentary in: English, Arabic, French, Italian, Russian, German, Spanish & Mandarin
1 Red Route - City Tour with up to 14 stops to Hop on Hop off
Air-conditioned buses.
A shuttle to Sheikh Zayed Mosque 2 times a day included with Premium and Deluxe
Presidential Palace
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Activities on Yas Island

Departure Point

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

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 - 10:00 Last Bus Departure - 16:00 Frequency : Every 3 Hours 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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Emirates Heritage Club Heritage Village - نادي تراث الإمارات - القرية التراثية‎
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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
 
Duration: 
2 hours 
Operating Schedule:
  Included with Premium and Deluxe 2 Departures Daily from Stop 1, The Abu Dhabi Mall. 10.00am and 13.00pm. 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
Stop 1 - Abu Dhabi Mall
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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.
Grand Mosque
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Points of interest passed by on this route
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Center
 
Abu Dhabi Mall
 
  • 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
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.

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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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
  • 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 policy on social distancing is:

  • Contactless payments for gratuities and add-ons
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
  • "I found the frequency of buses to be accurate (every half hour), with good opportunities to coordinate rides on the two different lines." See review

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star-4
Great bus and driver ( lovely guy from Chennai but I’ve forgotten his name.
John_R
, Jun 2022
The staff were wonderful but this is not a true hop on bus in my opinion. There is only 1 bus per line which means a wait of up to 3 hours for a bus. Totally unacceptable.! The cost is far greater than usual hop -on tours. Better to treat it as a one trip tour in which case it might be better to do a 4 hour guided tour with stops.
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star-1
Over priced tour for 1 bus every 3 hours
Marco_R
, Jun 2022
Over priced tour. They only have a bus every 3-hours for 1 route and that was not informed before. It is very hard to hop-off since the next bus is in 3 hours. Also bad customer service. I needed an urgent information and they answered the next day. Tour is over price for only 1 bus every 3 hours.
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star-1
Waited over an hour…bus...
Linda_S
, Mar 2022
Waited over an hour…bus never showed up Very confusing on where to actually pick bus up. Stops not clearly defined.
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star-1
Do NOT book this. It is...
Babz_R
, Jan 2022
Do NOT book this. It is NOT a hop on hop off tour. You can't do this and as stops are about 1 minute you couldn't physically do this. The staff aren't able to provide you with the same/constistent information. No route map a ailable for you. got told oh yes thats an old one. We only have this copy. Headphones don't work. Seats appalling g - all ripped and taped over. Commentary very poor and repeated during one loop. End of tour is cruise terminal- not where staredmted- can't get back and nothing to do there not even anywhere to shade from heat the 90mins for a possible bus back to tour start. Complained to viator - agree fu refu d - staff in Abu Dhabi refused. Hire a local taxi. They'll be far more knowledgeable treat you much more appropriately , go where you want to go AND be an awful lot cheaper. WHY pay this company?????
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star-5
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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star-5
Big bus Abu Dhabi
Wynford_J
, 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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star-4
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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star-4
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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star-1
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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star-5
Great Way to see Abu Dhabi
PJ_B
, 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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star-5
Everything ok
Rosario_G
, 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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star-3
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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star-5
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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star-4
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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star-3
This tour promises a lot to new...
guilherme.pires
, Jan 2018
This tour promises a lot to new arrivals in the city. But interest quickly recedes as everything seems the same everywhere. Better commentary with more explanation and comments better timed to the location being experienced would be a big improvement.
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star-5
Highly rated and a great way to get...
Mr Leroy R J T
, Dec 2017
Highly rated and a great way to get your first taste of Abu Dhabi - a spotlessly clean and beautifully designed and laid out city. The bus met the ship at the dockside and ran an exclusive return shuttle on the return leg. Staff were in attendance at every stop to offer help and advice if required and the audio commentary was both extremely informative and also of a very good audio quality. 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. We didn't think we would have time as we would have had too long to wait at the Grand Mosque for the connection. Don't miss the mosque by the way ! Highly recommend this tour with or without Yas.
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star-4
I simply didnt know this was a...
rossbell
, Nov 2017
I simply didnt know this was a thing in Abu Dhabi. Once I realised, I rollecup. The commentary seems to have lots of repeats, but aside from that it was an excellent way to orientate yourself to the city.
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star-5
Great bus tour and lovely cruise on...
Kim G
, Nov 2017
Great bus tour and lovely cruise on the river. Only down side, no shelter at the bus stop after getting off the boat and had to wait 20 min in the sun and heat for next bus. Other than that it was spot on.
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star-5
Great tour loved the air conditioning...
Bernadette G
, Nov 2017
Great tour loved the air conditioning bus. Staff very helpful and knowledgeable
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star-5
This hop-on-hop-off was wonderful. I...
Kris S
, Sep 2017
This hop-on-hop-off was wonderful. I was happy to be relaxing and snapping photos rather than navigating a rental car or finding parking. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I was grateful to find them stationed at the drop locations ready to answer all kinds of questions and assist with scheduling. Charlotte, Rachel and Kamal were fabulous helping me plan to see the most and be on time. One day is not enough time to do it all. I bought the two day ticket and could have easily used another day. Well worth the money.
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