Hop-On Hop-Off Tours

Big Bus: Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Name: Big Bus: Dublin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Start: 2024-07-27T09:00:00
End: 2024-07-27T17:00:00
Location: Dublin

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Get ready to cover the top attractions of Dublin with this hop-on-hop-off tour with live commentary. Opt for a night tour or a half-day coastal tour.

Highlights

Take a 24/48-hour hop-on-hop-off tour in Dublin and see the best of the city at your own pace.
Buses arrive every 20 to 30 mins and you can hop off seamlessly at any of the 25 stops along the Red Route.
Upgrade your ticket to include a guided walking tour, night tour, or a half-day coastal tour!
The open-top, double-decker buses are the best way to see the city and learn more with the pre-recorded commentary or live guide available onboard.
Disembark at any time and stop to explore further, like Trinity College, St. Stephens Green, and the Guinness Storehouse, before jumping back on the bus.

Inclusions

24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
Access to Red Route
English-speaking guide
Pre-recorded audio commentary in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Cantonese & Russian
Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary earphones
Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
2-hour guided walking tour of city center
60-min night tour (optional)
Half-day coastal tour with round-trip transfers (optional)
Guided walking tour of Howth Cliffs (optional)
Free child tickets (optional)

Exclusions

Entrance fees at the monuments
Meal inclusions

Cancellation policy

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

Reviews

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Genin

3/5

May, 2024

*The audio guide didn't follow the itinerary because of slowdowns. *the "nocture" visit was not at night.

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Gavin

4/5

Feb, 2024

Purchasing tickets was straightforward, codes received online and scanned at the stop. Covered a good radius of the city centre with plenty of stops close to attractions. Night tour was a highlight, going to areas not covered in the day tours with great commentary.

Dagmar

3/5

Jun, 2024

Friendly staff.

Adrian

5/5

Jun, 2024

Could not fault from booking to the actual trip, the driver's commentary is a bonus.

Mark

4/5

May, 2024

The drivers were all helpful and provided great information and service.

Routes & schedule

Red Route

Journey through the heart of Dublin, hop off at any stop, or stay on board to relax and see the iconic sights unfold before you.

First bus: 9am from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
Frequency: every 20-30 mins
Popular stops: National Art Gallery, Dublin Castle, Christ Church Cathedral

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

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

Night Tour

Hear fascinating facts and stories about Dublin's history, architecture, and memorable characters under the lit, starry night.

First bus: at 7pm from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
Second bus: 8:30pm from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street from Mar to Oct)
Frequency: twice every evening
Duration: 60 mins

Half-Day Coastal Tour

Go on a half-day excursion to Howth, a pretty seaside village along the Howth peninsula, a short way outside of Dublin. Go on a guided walk along the cliffs and get free time to explore the village.

Departs at 2pm from stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street)
Frequency: once a day
Duration: 4 hours (round-trip transfers - 2 hours, walking tour - 60 mins, free time to explore - 75 mins)

Yellow Umbrella Walking Tour

Get a chance to visit some of this city's hidden gems, often found along narrow streets through which buses won't fit!

Departs at 11am from SPIRE on O'Connell Street
Frequency: once a day
Duration: 2 hours

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Keep in mind food & beverages (except bottled water) are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
Due to service provider restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Your guide dogs are welcome onboard.

Additional information

To book the coastal tour, visit the service provider's website and complete your reservation online. You will receive a confirmation email with all the necessary details.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the mobile voucher at the boarding point with a valid ID.
Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.

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