Abu Dhabi: Big Bus Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

Explore Abu Dhabi with a 24-, 48-, or 72-hour hop-on, hop-off bus ticket, ideal for independent travelers wanting flexible city sightseeing.

Highlights

• Discover Abu Dhabi with a 24-, 48- or 72-hour hop-on, hop-off bus ticket
• Visit the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with a guided tour
• Explore the Louvre’s extensive artwork collection (48- or 72-hour options)
• Tour Qasr Al-Watan, the Presidential Palace (72-hour ticket only)
• See Emirates Palace Hotel, Saadiyat Island, and Al Hosn Fort

Description

Due to current service changes, the Abu Dhabi Hop-on, Hop-off service runs a reduced program until the end of July. From 1 July, only the 24-hour Highlights Tour operates. Other ticket options will pause during this period.

The 24-hour Highlights Tour includes two sightseeing routes. The Red Route departs Abu Dhabi Mall at 10:00 and 15:00 for a 90-minute non-stop city landmarks tour. The Green Route offers a 2-hour non-stop tour to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, departing once daily at 12:00. Tickets are valid 24 hours from first use and do not include hop-on, hop-off access or additional inclusions during this period.

Normally, passengers enjoy panoramic views and digital audio commentary in 8 languages on open-top, climate-controlled buses. Two scenic routes start at Abu Dhabi Mall and the Louvre Museum, passing grand palaces, museums, historic sites, beaches, and traditional souks.

All tickets include a return shuttle to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with an English guided tour. Upgrade to 48- or 72-hour passes to access the Louvre Museum, featuring a collection of 700 permanent and 300 loaned artworks. The 72-hour ticket adds entry to Qasr Al-Watan, the Presidential Palace, notable for its architecture and decoration.

Includes

• 24-, 48-, or 72-hour Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Ticket
• Guided tour of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque (all tickets)
• Entry to Louvre Museum (48- and 72-hour tickets)
• Entry to Qasr Al-Watan, the Presidential Palace (72-hour ticket only)
• Access to the Red and Green routes
• Headphones for audio commentary in 6 languages

Excludes

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Important Information

• Transfers from the cruise terminal to the city centre are not included
• Infants aged 2 and under travel free without a ticket
• Activate your mobile voucher or QR code at any Big Bus stop in Abu Dhabi to start your tour
• All buses are air-conditioned and wheelchair accessible
• Download the Big Bus Tours app for real-time bus tracking, stops, and updates
• Tickets must be activated with a Big Bus team member before visiting included attractions
• Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque shuttle departs Abu Dhabi Mall at 11:30 and 14:30, returns at 13:30 and 16:30
• Guided mosque tours in English run hourly; modest dress is required
• Presidential Palace open 9:00 to 19:00 with tours every 30 minutes; no shorts for men and modest dress for women
• Louvre open 10:00 to 18:30, closed Mondays; collect tickets from the driver at Stop #2

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For best experience, bring sun protection and comfortable shoes. Book in advance, especially for 48- and 72-hour options, which include museum entries and palace tours.