Dublin-Big Bus Tours

What's included
Entertaining Live Guide
Panoramic Night Tour
All the top sights at night
About the Night Tour
Discover the city's unique nightlife on board our Dublin Night Tour. Hop on board our Dublin Night Tour for a 1-hour journey around the city as it comes to life after dark. Along the way, you'll be entertained by our expert guide, who'll share facts and stories about the city's fascinating history, culture and architecture! Our Dublin night Tour is truly one of the best things to do in Dublin at night, giving you great insight into the city as you pass through areas like Temple Bar and Docklands, and see iconic landmarks like Christ Church Cathedral and Trinity College lit up at night.
Night Tour Times
The Night Tour departs at 7:00pm from Stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street). The Night Tour duration is 1 hour. The Night Tour is not a hop-on, hop-off tour. Please arrive in advance of the departure time to secure your seat.
Night Tour Landmarks
Illuminated after dark. Our Night Tour route takes in the best of Dublin's landmarks as they become illuminated after dark. See Christ Church Cathedral lit up in the evening, enjoy the spirit of Temple Bar, observe Trinity College in its scholarly nightwear, and marvel at the reflections along the River Liffey.
Live Guides
Enjoy the craic from our entertaining live guides. Entertaining and experienced, our guides offer an exciting and educational commentary on our Night Tours. Hop on board to listen to entertaining stories of Dublin’s past.
Free Wi-Fi
Available on all buses. Get connected as you tour around the city, with free Wi-Fi available on all buses.
Full description
Discover the sights of Dublin as they're illuminated after dark on our panoramic Dublin Night Tour. Along the way, our live guide will share fascinating facts and stories about Dublin's history, architecture and people. Please note: this is a panoramic non-stop tour, not a hop-on, hop-off tour.
Is there a commentary in my language?
All our bus tours feature expert local guides, who deliver an entertaining narration in English. We also offer pre-recorded commentary on all buses, available 8 languages (English, German, French, Spanish, Cantonese, Japanese, Italian, and Russian). You can tune in to the pre-recorded commentary via complimentary earphones - collect these when you board the bus.
Night Tour Times
Night Tours depart from Stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street) and last for 1 hour. The Night Tour is not a hop-on, hop-off tour. Please arrive in advance of the departure time to secure your seat.
Do bus tours operate every day?
Yes. Please note that our service may be subject to public holidays or local events that involve road closures, like St. Patrick's Day and Christmas Day. Please check our website service information page for up-to-date information.
How do I redeem my ticket?
Show your printed ticket to a member of staff at one of our stops or aboard the bus. They'll issue you a receipt that you'll be able to use to hop on the bus throughout the validity of your ticket.
What is the child ticketing policy?
Child tickets are available for passengers between the ages of 5-15. Children under 5 may travel free of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
85% of our buses are wheelchair accessible.
Is food and drink allowed on board the bus?
For health and safety reasons, we request that you don't bring any food or drink on board the bus, with the exception of bottled water.
Refunds
To request a refund please follow the below instructions:
Please include the following details:
Customer name
Customer email address
Date of sale
Order reference number
The reason for requesting refund - please provide as much information as possible.

What's included
1 Days Hop-on, Hop-off
Entertaining Live Guides
Guided Walking Tour
Free Onboard Wi-Fi
Kids Go Free: 1 x free child ticket with each Discover adult ticket purchased

Limited Offer:
Kids Go Free Get one free child ticket with every adult Discover ticket
Hop-on, Hop-off
Explore Dublin at your own pace. Our flexible hop-on, hop-off bus tours give you the freedom to plan your own sightseeing adventure - explore Dublin’s landmarks for as little or as long as you like. Hop off the tour as much as you want within the validity period of your ticket, and simply hop back on when you're ready. If you purchase a ticket that offers validity for more than 1 day, you must travel on consecutive days.
Live Guides
Available on all buses. Our Dublin bus tours include live English-speaking tour guides, and pre-recorded commentary available in 8 languages. Our live guides are local experts, with funny, fascinating stories to share about Dublin's history and culture. Hop on to hear the craic and learn more about this fantastic city!
Pre-recorded Commentary
Available in 8 languages on all buses. Languages included: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Cantonese and Russian. Complimentary earphones are provided.
See all the top attractions
Big Bus gives you the best view of all Dublin's famous sights. Our Big Bus tour of Dublin has been carefully designed to show you all of the top Dublin tourist attractions, including Temple Bar, The Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and St Stephen’s Green.
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.
Free Walking Tour
See even more of Dublin on foot. During your visit to Dublin, don't miss the chance to join a Yellow Umbrella Walking Tour (included with all tickets). It's a perfect complement to your Big Bus Tour as it gives you the chance to visit some of the city's hidden gems - often located on narrow streets the bus won't fit down! You'll delve into the mysteries of Dublin, visiting Trinity College and exploring the vibrant city centre with charming and witty guides. Admission to a Yellow Umbrella Walking Tour is included with all tickets, but tips are welcomed by your guide. Tours commence from the SPIRE on O'Connell Street at 11:00am daily. The duration is 2 hours. Please speak to a Big Bus Tours staff member for further information about joining the walking tour.
Free Onboard Wi-Fi
Available on all buses. Get connected as you tour around the city, with free Wi-Fi available on all buses.
Full description
Enjoy a day of Dublin sightseeing on board our hop-on, hop-off bus tour with our Discover Ticket. You'll see the best of our dynamic and historical city, with the tour taking you to all Dublin's must-see landmarks, from St Stephen's Green to the home of Guinness - and everything in between. SPECIAL OFFER: For a limited time, one child goes free with every adult Discover Ticket purchased. This means you only need to add a child ticket(s) to your cart if more than one child is hopping on the tour per adult.
Is there a commentary in my language?
All our bus tours feature expert local guides, who deliver an entertaining narration in English. We also offer pre-recorded commentary on all buses, available 8 languages (English, German, French, Spanish, Cantonese, Japanese, Italian, and Russian). You can tune in to the pre-recorded commentary via complimentary earphones - collect these when you board the bus.
Do I need to specify a date of travel?
Yes – we’ll ask you to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to guarantee your seat. If your ticket includes extras, you may also need to book additional dates & times for all elements of your ticket after your purchase is complete. See your booking confirmation email for instructions.
Do bus tours operate every day?
Yes. Please note that our service may be subject to public holidays or local events that involve road closures, like St. Patrick's Day and Christmas Day. Please check our service information page for up-to-date information.
How do I redeem my ticket?
Show your printed ticket to a member of staff at one of our stops or aboard the bus. They'll issue you a receipt that you'll be able to use to hop on the bus throughout the validity of your ticket.
What is the child ticketing policy?
Child tickets are available for passengers between the ages of 5-15. Children under 5 may travel free of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
85% of our buses are wheelchair accessible.
Is food and drink allowed on board the bus?
For health and safety reasons, we request that you don't bring any food or drink on board the bus, with the exception of bottled water.
Refunds
To request a refund please follow the below instructions:
Please include the following details:
Customer name
Customer email address
Date of sale
Order reference number
The reason for requesting refund - please provide as much information as possible.

What's included
2 Days Hop-on, Hop-off
Entertaining Live Guides
Guided Walking Tour
Free Onboard Wi-Fi
Panoramic Night Tour
Kids Go Free: 1 child per Essential adult ticket
Hop-on, Hop-off
Explore Dublin at your own pace. Our flexible hop-on, hop-off bus tours give you the freedom to plan your own sightseeing adventure - explore Dublin’s landmarks for as little or as long as you like. Hop off the tour as much as you want within the validity period of your ticket, and simply hop back on when you're ready. If you purchase a ticket that offers validity for more than 1 day, you must travel on consecutive days.
Live Guides
Available on all buses. Our Dublin bus tours include live English-speaking tour guides, and pre-recorded commentary available in 8 languages. Our live guides are local experts, with funny, fascinating stories to share about Dublin's history and culture. Hop on to hear the craic and learn more about this fantastic city!
Pre-recorded Commentary
Available in 8 languages on all buses. Languages included: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Cantonese and Russian. Complimentary earphones are provided.
See all the top attractions
Big Bus gives you the best view of all Dublin's famous sights. Our Big Bus tour of Dublin has been carefully designed to show you all of the top Dublin tourist attractions, including Temple Bar, The Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and St Stephen’s Green.
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.
Free Walking Tour
See even more of Dublin on foot. During your visit to Dublin, don't miss the chance to join a Yellow Umbrella Walking Tour (included with all tickets). It's a perfect complement to your Big Bus Tour as it gives you the chance to visit some of the city's hidden gems - often located on narrow streets the bus won't fit down! You'll delve into the mysteries of Dublin, visiting Trinity College and exploring the vibrant city centre with charming and witty guides. Admission to a Yellow Umbrella Walking Tour is included with all tickets, but tips are welcomed by your guide. Tours commence from the SPIRE on O'Connell Street at 11:00am daily. The duration is 2 hours. Please speak to a Big Bus Tours staff member for further information about joining the walking tour.
Free Onboard Wi-Fi
Available on all buses. Get connected as you tour around the city, with free Wi-Fi available on all buses.
Free Night Tour
See Dublin come alive at night. Essential and Explore tickets include a 1-hour panoramic Dublin Night Tour! Hop on to enjoy an exciting evening tour of the city on our open-top bus. Our guide shares fascinating facts and stories, giving you great insight into Dublin's history, architecture and memorable characters. During the tour, you'll pass Dublin's floodlit Docklands and atmospheric Georgian quarter, travel along lively Temple Bar, and see Christ Church Cathedral lit up at night. Tours depart at 7:00pm & 8:30pm (Nov-Mar 7pm only) each evening from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street). Please arrive in advance to secure your seat.
Full description
Enjoy Dublin at its finest with our 2-Day Essential Ticket. Hop on to discover Dublin's must-see landmarks and attractions, from Trinity College to Temple Bar. Your ticket also includes admission to our Dublin Night Tour. SPECIAL OFFER: For a limited time, one child goes free with every adult Discover or Essential Ticket purchased. This means you only need to add a child ticket(s) to your cart if more than one child is hopping on the tour per adult. Between 21 - 31 October, the Night Tour will be replaced with a Halloween Night Tour.
Is there a commentary in my language?
All our bus tours feature expert local guides, who deliver an entertaining narration in English. We also offer pre-recorded commentary on all buses, available 8 languages (English, German, French, Spanish, Cantonese, Japanese, Italian, and Russian). You can tune in to the pre-recorded commentary via complimentary earphones - collec tthese when you board the bus.
Do I need to specify a date of travel?
Yes – we’ll ask you to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to guarantee your seat. If your ticket includes extras, you may also need to book additional dates & times for all elements of your ticket after your purchase is complete. See your booking confirmation email for instructions.
Do bus tours operate every day?
Yes. Please note that our service may be subject to public holidays or local events that involve road closures, like St. Patrick's Day and Christmas Day. Please check our service information page for up-to-date information.
How do I redeem my ticket?
Show your printed ticket to a member of staff at one of our stops or aboard the bus. They'll issue you a receipt that you'll be able to use to hop on the bus throughout the validity of your ticket.
What is the child ticketing policy?
Child tickets are available for passengers between the ages of 5-15. Children under 5 may travel free of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
85% of our buses are wheelchair accessible.
Is food and drink allowed on board the bus?
For health and safety reasons, we request that you don't bring any food or drink on board the bus, with the exception of bottled water.
Refunds
To request a refund please follow the below instructions:
Please include the following details:
Customer name
Customer email address
Date of sale
Order reference number
The reason for requesting refund - please provide as much information as possible.

What's included
3 Days Hop-on, Hop-off
Entertaining Live Guides
Guided Walking Tour
Free Onboard Wi-Fi
Panoramic Night Tour
Coastal Tour
Hop-on, Hop-off
Explore Dublin at your own pace. Our flexible hop-on, hop-off bus tours give you the freedom to plan your own sightseeing adventure - explore Dublin’s landmarks for as little or as long as you like. Hop off the tour as much as you want within the validity period of your ticket, and simply hop back on when you're ready. If you purchase a ticket that offers validity for more than 1 day, you must travel on consecutive days.
Live Guides
Available on all buses. Our Dublin bus tours include live English-speaking tour guides, and pre-recorded commentary available in 8 languages. Our live guides are local experts, with funny, fascinating stories to share about Dublin's history and culture. Hop on to hear the craic and learn more about this fantastic city!
Pre-recorded Commentary
Available in 8 languages on all buses. Languages included: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Cantonese and Russian. Complimentary earphones are provided.
See all the top attractions
Big Bus gives you the best view of all Dublin's famous sights. Our Big Bus tour of Dublin has been carefully designed to show you all of the top Dublin tourist attractions, including Temple Bar, The Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College and St Stephen’s Green.
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.
Free Walking Tour
See even more of Dublin on foot. During your visit to Dublin, don't miss the chance to join a Yellow Umbrella Walking Tour (included with all tickets). It's a perfect complement to your Big Bus Tour as it gives you the chance to visit some of the city's hidden gems - often located on narrow streets the bus won't fit down! You'll delve into the mysteries of Dublin, visiting Trinity College and exploring the vibrant city centre with charming and witty guides. Admission to a Yellow Umbrella Walking Tour is included with all tickets, but tips are welcomed by your guide. Tours commence from the SPIRE on O'Connell Street at 11:00am daily. The duration is 2 hours. Please speak to a Big Bus Tours staff member for further information about joining the walking tour.
Free Night Tour
See Dublin come alive at night. Essential and Explore tickets include a 1-hour panoramic Dublin Night Tour! Hop on to enjoy an exciting evening tour of the city on our open-top bus. Our guide shares fascinating facts and stories, giving you great insight into Dublin's history, architecture and memorable characters. During the tour, you'll pass Dublin's floodlit Docklands and atmospheric Georgian quarter, travel along lively Temple Bar, and see Christ Church Cathedral lit up at night. Tours depart at 7:00pm & 8:30pm (Nov-Mar 7pm only) each evening from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street). Please arrive in advance to secure your seat.
Free Onboard Wi-Fi
Available on all buses. Get connected as you tour around the city, with free Wi-Fi available on all buses.
Coastal Tour
Discover the charming village of Howth, an ancient fishing settlement on the Howth Peninsula, just north-east of Dublin. This half-day (4 hour) Coastal Tour operated by Big Bus Tours includes a return journey from Dublin to Howth, a guided walking tour of Howth cliffs, and free time to explore the village, where you can sample some of the finest fish and chips Ireland has to offer. PLEASE NOTE - the time you have selected is for the Coastal Tour itself. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your selected departure time at Stop 1 - 13 Upper O’Connell Street, Dublin 1, Ireland. You will then be issued with the Hop on Hop off part of your tour.
Full description
Make the most of your time in Dublin with our 3-Day Explore Ticket. You'll be able to enjoy unlimited rides our Dublin bus tours over 3 days, giving you a real taste of the city's unique history and culture. This ticket also includes our panoramic Dublin Night Tour and our half-day Coastal Tour. Please note that when you book this ticket, you will be booking the date and time for the Coastal Tour only. You will need to log in to our booking portal or visit one of our on street staff after purchase to select the dates/times of other tours/inclusions. Between 21 - 31 October, the Night Tour will be replaced with a Halloween Night Tour.
Is there a commentary in my language?
All our bus tours feature expert local guides, who deliver an entertaining narration in English. We also offer pre-recorded commentary on all buses, available 8 languages (English, German, French, Spanish, Cantonese, Japanese, Italian, and Russian). You can tune in to the pre-recorded commentary via complimentary earphones - collect these when you board the bus.
Do I need to specify a date of travel?
Yes – we’ll ask you to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel, to guarantee your seat. If your ticket includes extras, you may also need to book additional dates & times for all elements of your ticket after your purchase is complete. See your booking confirmation email for instructions.
Do bus tours operate every day?
Yes. Please note that our service may be subject to public holidays or local events that involve road closures, like St. Patrick's Day and Christmas Day. Please check our service information page for up-to-date information.
How do I redeem my ticket?
Show your printed ticket to a member of staff at one of our stops or aboard the bus. They'll issue you a receipt that you'll be able to use to hop on the bus throughout the validity of your ticket.
What is the child ticketing policy?
Child tickets are available for passengers between the ages of 5-15. Children under 5 may travel free of charge. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Are the buses wheelchair accessible?
85% of our buses are wheelchair accessible.
Is food and drink allowed on board the bus?
For health and safety reasons, we request that you don't bring any food or drink on board the bus, with the exception of bottled water.
Refunds
To request a refund please follow the below instructions:
Please include the following details:
Customer name
Customer email address
Date of sale
Order reference number
The reason for requesting refund - please provide as much information as possible.