Discover Dubai on this hop-on hop-off bus tour

Discover Dubai with our 5-day Explore ticket, which also includes a Dhow Cruise, Desert Sunset Adventure, entry to the Lost Chambers Aquarium, entry to Madame Tussauds and Ambassador Lagoon! Please note: Passengers between the ages of 0–4 must present an infant ticket due to Dhow Cruise passenger manifest requirements.

Hop-on, Hop-off

Enjoy the freedom of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing on our open-top, double-decker Dubai bus tours. Hop on to discover the places that fascinate you, and hop off to explore them for as little or as long as you like. Alternatively, you're very welcome to sit back and relax on board with us for the full tour.

See all the top Landmarks

Our Big Bus tour of Dubai has been carefully designed to show you the city's top landmarks and attractions, including the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Mosque.

Travel in Comfort

Our buses feature air conditioning, and you have a choice of full, partial or unshaded seating on the top deck.

City Tour (Red Route)

Hop on our Red Route to see all the top landmarks of Dubai - including traditional Dhow Boats on Dubai Creek, historic Al Fahidi and Al Seef, the souks of Deira, and of course Downtown - home to both the world's tallest building (Burj Khalifa) and its largest shopping mall (Dubai Mall).

Beach Tour (Blue Route)

Hop on our Blue Route to head down the coast and discover the beaches of Jumeirah, Atlantis the Palm, Ain Dubai, Media City, Dubai Marina, Souk Madinat and more.

Free Madame Tussauds

Mingle with royalty, world leaders, musical megastars and Hollywood's elite at Madame Tussauds Dubai. You get full access to hyper-realistic waxwork versions of all your favourite celebrities, with no pesky ropes or glass display cases getting in the way of your selfies! From Lewis Hamilton and Queen Elizabeth, to Vin Diesel and Kylie Jenner; you'll find favourites for the whole family. Opening Hours: Open 7 days a week, entry between 11:00am-8:45pm.

Free Desert Sunset Tour

*(See foot of page for more info)

Take a guided panoramic tour to the heart of the desert, where you'll be greeted with warm hospitality at an Arabian desert fort. Enjoy a traditionally prepared coffee as the sun sets, and interact with camels, falcons and horses, or take the opportunity to have a temporary henna painting tattoo applied. Note that seats should be booked in advance.

Free Lost Chambers Aquarium

Explore the mysterious underwater mazes and hidden chambers of the lost civilisation of Atlantis at Dubai's biggest aquarium, the Lost Chambers at Atlantis. You'll encounter exciting marine creatures like sharks, crayfish, albino alligators, stingrays, seahorses and many more. You can also see The Ambassador Lagoon - an impressive viewing panel with awe-inspiring views into the ruins of an Atlantis-themed aquarium, home to 65,000 marine animals from around the world. Please collect your entry tickets from a Big Bus Tours team member at the Big Bus kiosk at the Avenues entrance of the aquarium.

Free Dhow Cruise

Explore Dubai's fascinating blend of tradition and innovation on a traditional Arabian dhow boat. This 1-hour cruise takes you along Dubai creek towards Al Fahidi Fort and the Arabian gulf, showcasing unique views of the city's historic sea merchant trading ports. Sit back on the sun-drenched deck and take it all in, with entertaining and informative commentary. Refreshments can be purchased on-board from the crew. Please note: Essential ticketholders and Explore ticketholders can enjoy free unlimited pizza and soft drinks on board the Dhow Cruise. Dhow cruises depart at 10:00am, 11:00am, 12:00pm, 1:00pm, 2:00pm, 3:00pm & 4:00pm from Stop #5

Free Mobile App

Now with live bus arrival times!

Download our free mobile app for the perfect pocket companion to your sightseeing adventure. Our new live bus arrival times feature shows you exactly where the bus is along the route, along with an ETA for your nearest stop! This gives you the freedom to make the most of your time exploring. In addition to live bus arrival times, you'll also get detailed maps and route information, stop images, walking directions, facts about famous landmarks and attractions, ticket offers and more. Save memory-making minutes on your city adventure with the Big Bus Tours App!

Pre-recorded Commentary

Available in 6 languages on our bus tours.

Enjoy fun facts about Abu Dhabi with pre-recorded commentary available on all our buses. Languages include: English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Russian. Complimentary earphones are available from your driver. Please note that partner attractions may not offer commentary in other languages.

RED ROUTE - CITY TOUR

Complete Tour Duration:2 Hours

Frequency:Every 30-40 Minutes

Schedule and Departure Times (First and last bus shown for each stop):

• 9:00 - 17:00 Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall 
• 9:12 - 17:12 Financial Centre
• 9:14 - 17:14 Museum of the Future
• 9:22 - 17:22 Royal Palace
• 9:38 - 17:38 Arabian Dhow Cruise
• 9:41 - 17:41 Bastakiya Old Village
• 9:44 - 17:44 Al Fahidi Fort
• 9:48 - 17:48 Old Souk of Arabia
• 9:52 - 17:52 Shindaga Museum
• 10:05 - 18:05 Gold Souq
• 10:08 - 18:08 Spice Souq
• 10:11 - 18:11 Dubai Creek
• 10:13 - 18:13 Baniyas Road
• 10:23 - 18:23 Burjuman
• 10:25 - 18:25 Dubai Frame

BLUE ROUTE - BEACH TOUR

Complete Tour Duration:2 Hours, 20 Minutes

Frequency:Every 40 Minutes

Schedule and Departure Times (First and last bus shown for each stop):

• 09:15 - 17:15 Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall 
• 09:40 - 17:40 Mall of the Emirates/Ski Dubai
• 09:55 - 17:55 Ain Dubai / Madame Tussauds
• 10:05 - 18:05 Dubai Marina / JBR
• 10:20 - 18:20 Bayside / Skydive
• 10:23 - 18:23 Tallest Block
• 10:28 - 18:28 Media City
• 10:46 - 18:56 Atlantis the Palm
• 10:51 - 18:51 Palm West Beach
• 11:02 - 19:02 Souk Madinat Jumeirah / Burj Al Arab

*Desert Sunset Adventure

Included with Explore Tickets only.

Take a panoramic tour to the heart of the desert, where you'll be greeted with traditional hospitality at an Arabian desert fort. Enjoy a welcome drink as the sun sets, and interact with camels, falcons and horses, or take the opportunity to have a temporary henna tattoo applied. After you purchase your ticket, you are welcome to visit our booking portal to reserve your Desert Sunset Tour seat in advance. Alternatively, you can do this with a Big Bus Tours staff member when you take your bus tour. Note that the Desert Sunset Tour is subject to weather conditions, and may be cancelled if conditions are poor. In these circumstances you are welcome to take the Desert Sunset Tour on an alternative day.

Important Information about the Desert Sunset Tour:

• Operational Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays
• Departure Time: between 4–6pm (varies according to sunset time). Big Bus Tours staff will confirm when you redeem your ticket.
• Departure Location: Dubai Mall (tourist parking area).
• Tour Duration: 2 hours, 40 minutes (bus transfer time is 50 minutes each way)
• Transfers: enjoy a unique journey to and from the desert on one of our open-top, double-decker buses
• Food and Drink: in addition to the complimentary Arabic Coffee given on arrival in the desert, there is a bar available for guests to purchase water, soft drinks, alcoholic drinks and snacks. Guests can also buy a barbecue dinner. Food and drink is not available on the bus
• Toilet Facilities: toilets are available in the desert but not on the bus
• Accessibility: the tour is not currently accessible for wheelchair users
• Dress code: no dress code applies. During winter (November–March), please bring a jacket as it can be cool in the desert at night
• Desert Sunset Tour Times

Month Departure Time (approx.)

January 16:00

February 16:00

March 17:00

April         17:00

May         17:15

June   17:30

July         17:30

August 17:15

September 17:00

October 16:45

November 16:45

December 16:00