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

Big Bus Vancouver tour passing modern skyscrapers and historic buildings in downtown Vancouver.
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Big Bus Vancouver in front of Canada Place, offering city sightseeing tours.
Big Bus Vancouver passing by Gastown Steam Clock in Vancouver.

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3.7/5

(19)

Anthony Daniel Kendrick Clegg

Anthony

Sep 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Great route ,we saw lots of the city and the bus tour guide /driver Sherry was an excellent guide,great trip ,thank you ,Ant
Laurie Shields

Laurie

Jun 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Great way to get an overview of the city. Good information during the tour. I went around the entire route once and then went back and got off and on at various spots.
    • Get total freedom with a 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour, so you can roam Vancouver whenever and however you want.

    • Zip through the city on the scenic Green route and 12 stops, with buses rolling up every 30 minutes to keep you on the move.

    • Unlock two free walking tours via the AudioMe app that guide you through streets and stories the bus tour misses with captivating audio narration

    • Enjoy comfy, accessible rides with audio guides in 7 languages on double-deckers, making your tour both cool and informative.

    • Hop off at must-see attractions like lush Stanley Park or dive into the lively scene at Granville Island to fully soak up Vancouver’s best sights.

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

    • Access to Red route

    • 2-self guided walking tours

    • Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, German, Japanese, Korean & Mandarin

    • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

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

  • 3.7
    19 reviews

    How do we collect reviews?

    These ratings include verified reviews from both Headout guests and our trusted partners who operate this experience locally. All reviews come from real travelers who've taken this experience.

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    Guests from United States, United Kingdom, New Zealand and over 6 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Dave Crawford-Eade

    Dave

    Oct 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    We always like Hop on Hop off bus format.....>Sherly made the trip a little more personable. Great job.
    Anthony Daniel Kendrick Clegg

    Anthony

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Great route ,we saw lots of the city and the bus tour guide /driver Sherry was an excellent guide,great trip ,thank you ,Ant
    Jane Marie Swann

    Jane

    Sep 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Each driver had their own stories to tell and so it wasn't repetitive when you got on and rode by the same areas.
    Laurie Shields

    Laurie

    Jun 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    Great way to get an overview of the city. Good information during the tour. I went around the entire route once and then went back and got off and on at various spots.
    Patti Hone

    Patti

    May 2025
    Verified booking
    5/5
    A very safe and informative way to travel the city. Especially good for tourists who may be unfamiliar with Vancouver. Learn aboit all the good shopping and entertainment venues in the various areas.
  • Hop-on Hop-off bus tour - Red route

    The Red Route loops through Vancouver's most iconic neighborhoods and waterfront landmarks. Wind through Canada Place's white sail-shaped roof, Stanley Park's forested peninsula, Coal Harbour's marina skyline, vibrant Robson Street storefronts, rainbow-crosswalked Davie Village, Granville Island's colorful market sheds, historic Gastown's cobblestone streets, and Library Square's modern coliseum architecture. This single route captures the city's blend of natural beauty and urban energy in one seamless journey.

    Schedule

    • First bus: 8:45am from stop #1 (Canada Place / Vancouver Convention Centre)

    • Last bus: 4:45pm from stop #1 (Canada Place / Vancouver Convention Centre)

    • Frequency: Every 30 minutes

    • Popular stops: Vancouver Aquarium, Granville Island, Stanley Park

    Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

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

  • What to bring

    • Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

    What's not allowed

    • Keep in mind that luggage is not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

    • Due to operator restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

    Accessibility

    • The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Motorized wheelchairs and scooters aren't allowed onboard.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome on the buses.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

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