What's included
5 Day Hop-on, Hop-off
Dhow Cruise
The Lost Chambers Aquarium entry
Desert Sunset Tour
Ambassador Lagoon
Madame Tussauds 1 day entry
Pre-recorded commentary
See all the top landmarks
Free mobile app
Hop on, Hop off
Explore the city at your own pace with our flexible hop-on, hop-off tours. 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
Big Bus gives you the best view of Dubai's famous sights. 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.
Pre-recorded Commentary
Available in 12 languages. Languages included: English, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Hindi, Farsi, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese and Mandarin Chinese. Listen via via complimentary headphones.
Dhow Cruise
Discover Dubai Creek on a traditional Arabian Dhow. Relax on board a traditional wooden dhow boat as it glides along historical Dubai Creek, showcasing landmarks like Al Fahidi Fort with entertaining commentary. Refreshments can be purchased on board from the crew.
Desert Sunset Tour
Journey to the heart of the desert at sunset. 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. Please note that seats should be booked in advance
Lost Chambers Aquarium
Discover Dubai's enormous Atlantis-themed 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. Please collect your entry tickets from a Big Bus Tours team member at the Big Bus kiosk at the Avenues entrance of the aquarium.
Ambassador Lagoon
At Atlantis the Palm The Ambassador Lagoon is 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. A single-entry pass is included with this ticket - please collect your entry tickets from a Big Bus Tours team member at the Big Bus kiosk at the Avenues entrance of the aquarium.
Travel in Comfort
In air-conditioned buses. Our buses feature air conditioning and your choice of full, partial or unshaded seating on the top deck.
Free Mobile App
Now with live bus arrival times! Download our free mobile app for the perfect pocket companion to your sightseeing adventure. Our live bus arrival times feature lets you spend a little longer sipping that latte, browsing at the museum or taking that all-important selfie, so you can simply arrive 5 minutes early at the bus stop. In addition to live bus arrival times, you'll also get detailed maps and route information, live bus tracking, walking directions, facts about famous landmarks and attractions, ticket offers and more. Save memory-making minutes on your city adventure with Big Bus Tours.
Madame Tussauds
Madame Tussauds is one of the world's most popular attractions, with good reason. 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! Visit to see ultra-famous faces from the worlds of film, sport, music, politics, TV and history in perfectly sculpted waxy glory. With lifelike waxworks in residence at Madame Tussauds Dubai, you'll be endlessly amazed by realistic details on your visit.
Full description
Really get to know Dubai with our 5 day Explore ticket, which also includes a Dhow Cruise, Desert Sunset Adventure, entry to the Lost Chambers Aquarium, Ambassador Lagoon and more.
I have a few hours stopover between my flights and want to take a tour. Which is the nearest stop to the airport?
Dubai Creek (Red Route, Stop 7) is the nearest stop to Dubai International airport. The best way to get there from the airport is via a short taxi ride.
What is the child ticketing policy?
A child ticket is available for children aged between 5 and 15 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Children aged 4 years and under may travel free of charge. Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.
Is there a commentary available in my language?
The Big Bus Dubai sightseeing tour offers entertaining and informative pre-recorded commentary in 12 languages: English, Arabic, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian, Hindi, Farsi, Japanese, Brazilian Portuguese & Mandarin Chinese. The commentary is broadcast via complimentary earphones that you will receive when you board the bus.
Which days do the tours operate?
Big Bus Tours Dubai operate every day of the year.
Accessibility
Yes, most of our buses are wheelchair accessible. Please contact us for further information.
Refunds
To request a refund please follow the below instructions:
Please email your request to: farhaazj@bigbustours.com
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