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Big Bus: Darwin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

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Big Bus Darwin Explorer parked near Crocosaurus Cove, promoting hop on hop off tours.
Charles Darwin University campus building with surrounding greenery in Darwin, Northern Territory.
Crocosaurus Cove entrance with rock feature and signage in Darwin, Australia.

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4.5/5

(127)

Brian Kieth Boyce

Brian

Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Not knowing too much about the ins and outs of Darwin we decided to go with the hop on hop off experience. We learnt so much about Darwin's history that we now know what to do and see for our remainder of our stay. It was money very well spent
Norman Masey

Norman

Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Well worth the cost. Very pleasant helpful people. Saw more, learnt more than ever we woukd have done on our own. Dropff/pickup works very well.
Kirsty Verbrugge

Kirsty

Aug 2025
Verified booking
5/5
It was a beautiful way to see the City and all she has to offer. The view from the Top of the bus was amazing. Very informative and interesting, it's a great way to see the city!!
    • Discover Darwin’s museums and natural wonders at your own pace with a 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus pass.

    • Hop on board, soak up the scenic views of the city, and hop off at 12 unique attractions across the city as buses arrive every 60 minutes.

    • Upgrade your ticket to discover Australia’s aeromedical operations at the RFDS Tourist Facility or spot the continent’s reptiles at the Crocosaurus Cove.

    • On the bus, you can learn more about the city’s rich history by putting on a pre-recorded audio guide available in English.

    • Relax on Darwin’s beaches, learn about the city’s wartime history at the Military Museum, and shop for trinkets at the Mindil Markets.

    • 1/2-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

    • Access to Red Route

    • Entry to Crocosaurus Cove (based on option selected)

    • Entry to RFDS Tourist Facility (based on option selected)

    • Audio guide in English

  • TOTAL DURATION70 minutes - 90 minutes
    FREQUENCYEvery 60 to 90 minutes
    FIRST DEPARTURETourist Information Centre at 9:00 AM
    LAST DEPARTURETourist Information Centre at 3:00 PM
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    1. Tourist Information Centre

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    1 attraction
    Smith Street Mall

    Smith Street Mall

    1 minute walk

    2. Crocosaurus Cove

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    1 attraction
    Darwin Entertainment Centre

    Darwin Entertainment Centre

    1 minute walk

    3. Doctor’s Gully, Aquascene Fish Feeding

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    1 attraction
    Darwin Harbour Walk

    Darwin Harbour Walk

    7 minutes walk

    4. Cullen Bay Jetty

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    1 attraction
    Mindil Beach

    Mindil Beach

    6 minutes walk

    5. Cullen Bay Apartments, Myilly Point Heritage Precinct (Request Stop)

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    1 attraction

    Burnett House

    1 minute walk

    6. Casino, Mindil Markets, Botanical Gardens

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    1 attraction
    George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

    George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

    5 minutes walk

    7. Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory

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    1 attraction
    Fannie Bay Gaol

    Fannie Bay Gaol

    3 minutes walk

    8. Military Museum (Afternoons Only)

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    1 attraction
    East Point Beach

    East Point Beach

    6 minutes walk

    9. Parap (Request Stop)

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    1 attraction
    Darwin Railway Club

    Darwin Railway Club

    2 minutes walk

    10. Stokes Hill Wharf

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    1 attraction
    Royal Flying Doctor Service Darwin Tourist Facility

    Royal Flying Doctor Service Darwin Tourist Facility

    11. Waterfront Precinct

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    1 attraction
    Wave Lagoon

    Wave Lagoon

    3 minutes walk

    12. Fort Hill Wharf (Cruise Ship Terminal)

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    1 attraction
    Deckchair Cinema

    Deckchair Cinema

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

  • 4.5
    127 reviews

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    What our guests say

    Norman Masey

    Norman

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Well worth the cost. Very pleasant helpful people. Saw more, learnt more than ever we woukd have done on our own. Dropff/pickup works very well.
    Tricia Noble-Beasley

    Tricia

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    The information was great!! Answered all the questions that the Uber drivers couldn't answer before. The drivers... encountered 2.... were fabulous! Thank you so much. 😊
    David George Hewitt

    David

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    3/5
    A great tour, but why did the App refer only to Sydney when I was in Darwin? Surely it should include the city you booked in!
    Gaylor Murray

    Gaylor

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Fantastic tour of area with lots of information.
    Brian Kieth Boyce

    Brian

    Aug 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Not knowing too much about the ins and outs of Darwin we decided to go with the hop on hop off experience. We learnt so much about Darwin's history that we now know what to do and see for our remainder of our stay. It was money very well spent
  • Accessibility

    • The buses are wheelchair accessible. However, we recommend contacting the operator before your trip to ensure they can suitably accommodate your needs.

    • Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck.

    Tour Details

    Hop-on Hop-off Route - Red Route

    See the best of Darwin’s museums, tropical wonders, and rich marine life by hopping on the red route.

    • Popular stops: Crocosaurus Cove, Museum and Art Gallery of Northern Territory, Stokes Hill Wharf

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

    Crocosaurus Cove

    • Timings: 9am to 6pm, daily

    The RFDS Facility

    • Timings: 9:30am to 5pm
    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the printed ticket to the driver with a valid ID to exchange the ticket.

    • You can join the Hop-on Hop-Off tour from any of the boarding points.

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