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Dubai Open-Top Bus Tour with Dhow Cruise

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A photo of a Dubai Bus Tour driving towards the Burj Al Arab.

Highlights

  • Explore the beauty of Dubai with our open-top hop-on hop-off bus tour.
  • See the city’s most famous landmarks and attractions.
  • Hear about Dubai’s fascinating history through the audio guides on-board.
  • Cruise down the Dubai Creek on an Arabian Dhow.

Overview

Immerse yourself in the magnificence of Dubai with our hop-on hop-off bus tour. Taking you around the city on two different routes, you’ll be able to explore Dubai’s main sights at ease. Known for its incredible architecture, beautiful beaches, and traditional culture, there is lots to discover. Choose between the 24-hour, 48-hour, or 5-day bus tickets to make the most of your trip. With a Dhow cruise included in all ticket options, you’ll be sure to have an enjoyable experience in the spectacular city!

Dubai is home to the tallest building in the world – the Burj Khalifa, as well as the largest shopping mall in the world – Dubai Mall. These two landmarks are located right next to each other and is also where our bus tour begins! Hop abord the open-top bus as we take you around the city.

Discover Ticket

Spend the day roaming the city and taking in the mesmerising sights of Dubai. Enjoy panoramic views and visit the famed gold and spice souks with the red route or spend the afternoon at the beach with the blue route. Ensure to hop off at stop 5 on the red route for an hour-long Dhow Cruise! Sail down the Dubai creek and learn about the history of the city whilst taking in the stunning views.

Essential Ticket

The essential ticket is valid for 48 hours, perfect for those who want to spend more time exploring each area of Dubai. Spend the day on the red route to immerse yourself in the traditional side of the city as you visit the souks and embark on the Dhow Cruise and spend the next day on the blue route where you’ll see the modern side of the city including the Dubai Marina and the Mall of Emirates.

Explore Ticket

Make the most of your trip to Dubai with the explore ticket. This bus ticket is valid for five days and includes one-time entry to Madame Tussauds, the Lost Chambers Aquarium & Ambassador’s Lagoon, and a panoramic Desert Sunset tour! Spread these unique activities over five days and spend the week making unforgettable memories without the worry of transportation!

Book your tickets today for a memorable trip!

Click here to see route map and timetable.

Inclusions

  • Hop-on hop-off bus tour in Dubai
  • Audio guide available in 12 languages
  • Dhow Cruise
  • Desert Sunset Tour (with Explore ticket only)
  • Entry to Lost Chambers Aquarium & Ambassador Lagoon (with Explore ticket only)
  • Entry to Madame Tussauds (with Explore ticket only)
  • Meal deal included in Essential & Explore (Pizza + Soft Drinks on Creek Dhow Cruise)

Exclusions

  • Entry to attractions (unless specified)
  • Hotel pickup and drop off

Additional information

Buses run from 9am to 5pm.
Red route frequency: every 40 minutes
Blue route frequency: every 40 minutes

Dhow Cruise: daily at 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm
Dhow Cruise meeting point: Stop 5 – Arabian Dhow Cruise | Al Seef (red route)
Desert Sunset Tour: Departure times are subject to sunset times. Please ask a Big Bus staff member for timing details.
Desert Sunset Tour meeting point: Stop 1 – Dubai Mall (red route)
Lost Chambers Aquarium & Ambassador Lagoon: 10am – 10pm
Lost Chambers Aquarium & Ambassador Lagoon meeting point: Stop 23 – Atlantis the Palm (blue route)
Madame Tussauds: daily 11am – 8:45pm (Please see Big Bus staff for updated information)
Please redeem your voucher at any of our bus stops with a Big Bus staff member.
Mobile vouchers accepted.
If you have purchased the Explore ticket, please collect your entry ticket to the Lost Chambers Aquarium & Ambassador Lagoon from the Big Bus staff at the Avenues entrance of the aquarium between 10am and 6pm.
You can receive a full refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the activity starts. However, if you cancel less than 48 hours before the activity or fail to show up, no refund will be provided.