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Big Bus: Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Guided Tour

Big Bus Abu Dhabi tour bus near Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, hop-on-hop-off sightseeing.
Big Bus Abu Dhabi tour bus near Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, offering hop-on-hop-off sightseeing.
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Emirates Palace Hotel

Discover Abu Dhabi with the freedom of a flexible itinerary with this hop-on hop-off tour. Choose between 3 passes and get access to popular landmarks across the city!

Highlights

  • Plan your Abu Dhabi itinerary on your terms and get a 24/48/72-hour pass, hop on and off whenever you fancy, and explore all the must-see spots your way.

  • With buses arriving every 60 mins on the Red Route, explore Abu Dhabi’s best bits. Also, access a shuttle route to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

  • Kick-off at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, upgrade and dive into art at the Louvre, and wrap it up with a guided stroll through the magnificent Presidential Palace.

  • Let the multilingual audio guide take you on a fun-filled journey through Abu Dhabi’s sights on the open-top buses.

  • Check out the traditional Heritage Village and premier shopping destinations like Abu Dhabi Mall and Marina Mall, all conveniently on your route.

Inclusions

  • 24/48/72-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

  • Access to Red & Green routes

  • Sheikh Zayed Mosque tour in English

  • Entry to Louvre Museum (based on option selected)

  • Presidential Palace tour in English (based on option selected)

  • Pre-recorded commentary in English, German, French, Spanish, Italian & Russian (on the bus)

  • Complimentary earphones onboard

  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Red Route

The Red Route allows you to travel to many of Dubai’s most sought-after tourist hotspots at your own pace. Learn about the UAE's rapid development and cultural history with audio commentary in 6 languages. Discover majestic palaces, museums, historic sites, public beaches, old souks, and more.

Schedule

  • First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Abu Dhabi Mall)

  • Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Abu Dhabi Mall)

  • Frequency: Every 60 mins

  • Popular stops: Louvre Museum, Presidential Palace, Marina Mall

Green Route (Shuttle to/from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque)

Take the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Tour to witness one of the world's largest mosques. Ticket includes a return shuttle to this iconic Abu Dhabi marvel, accommodating up to 40,000 worshippers. Enjoy a guided tour in English upon arrival.

Schedule

  • Departure from Abu Dhabi Mall: 12pm & 4pm

  • Departure from Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque: 2:30pm & 4:30pm

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

What's not allowed

  • Strict dress code (Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque): no transparent and tight clothes, shorts and skirts, sleeveless shirts, clothes with profanity, and beach and swimwear allowed.

  • Strict dress code (Presidential Palace): Women must wear long sleeves, a long skirt or trousers, and men must wear trousers (shorts not permitted).

Accessibility

  • The buses are wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

  • Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets like entry tickets, guided tours, and more will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
  • You will receive an email with your Big Bus Abu Dhabi Ticket - Big Bus 1, 2 or 5-Day Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour voucher shortly

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile device and present it to the driver directly on the bus

  • You may board at any stop within the 2 routes on the tour

Validity

  • Your mobile voucher is valid for six months from the date of purchase.

  • Once you have redeemed your mobile voucher, it is valid for 1/2/5 days, depending on the ticket option selected.

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