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Combo (Save 23%): Sydney Hop-On-Hop-Off Bus Tour + SEA LIFE Aquarium Tickets

Big Bus Sydney at Dawes Point
Big Bus Sydney with Sydney bridge in the background
Passengers enjoying a ride on Big Bus Sydney near Sydney Opera House
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Enjoy discounted entry to SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and explore Sydney’s iconic landmarks and attractions with a 24-hour hop-on-hop-off bus tour.

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24-Hour HOHO Pass + SEA LIFE Sydney Tickets
from AU$107.40
AU$82.55
Save 23%
  • 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Access to Red & Blue routes
  • Pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Mandarin, Korean, Chinese & Japanese
  • Entry to SEA LIFE Aquarium
  • 8 digital photos
  • Penguin expedition boat ride
24-Hour Essential Pass + SEA LIFE Sydney Tickets
from AU$133.40
AU$101.58
Save 24%
  • 90-min Fantasea Harbour Hopper Cruise
  • 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
  • Pre-recorded commentary in 8 languages
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Admission to SEA LIFE Sydney

Highlights

  • Enjoy a flexible sightseeing tour of Sydney with a 24-hour hop-on hop-off pass and get on and off at famous tops like Bondi Beach and Opera House.

  • Enjoy views from the open-top double-decker bus and benefit from amenities like free Wi-Fi, and an audio guide available in 8 languages.

  • See 13,000+ marine animals of 650 species at SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium. Encounter sharks, dugongs, penguins, and more in 9 different exhibits.

  • Experience the near-death thrill at the Shark Walk where nurse gray sharks float right above or get up close with sub-Antarctic Gentoo penguins.

  • Did you know? The construction of the Opera House took 14 years, from 1959 to 1973, and was famously over budget.

Inclusions

Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

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

  • Access to Red & Blue routes

  • Pre-recorded commentary in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Mandarin, Korean, Chinese & Japanese

  • Free Wi-Fi

  • Complimentary earphones

  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking

SEA LIFE Aquarium

  • Entry to SEA LIFE Aquarium

  • 8 digital photos

  • Penguin expedition boat ride

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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ROSANGELA BOTELHO

Rosangela

4/5

Dec, 2024

The fact that you can ride to the most distant tourist attractions, such as the blue route. I just didn't think there should be any waiting time at the break at point 1. Sydney's heavy traffic is a big problem and you lose a lot of time and can't stop at many places. The hours from 9am to 4pm are very short.
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Mary E Choueiri

Mary

4/5

Nov, 2024

There was no waiting around. The bus came shortly after we arrived and we did hop off - and again no issue waiting around to hop back on another bus. We did both the red and blue routes. The weather was glorious - we spent out time on the top deck for the best views and the commentary was very educational. Would definitely recommend !
Cathy-May McMahon

Cathy-may

4/5

Nov, 2024

Great opportunity to see and access parts of Sydney I wouldn't have made it to. Loved the upper level of the bus as you could see more and further than if at street level! However I'm sure the commentary/information was much more detailed and better a few years ago... it was ok but didn't really inform as much about buildings/spaces as you passed. That was disappointing.
Ian Reddie

Ian

4/5

Oct, 2024

We liked how big the aquarium is and that it had tonnes to look at-a drawback which totally isnt your fault was how busy it was at the time that we went- i find it crazy that adults push to the front(in front of children) to take pics of every exhibit. Favourites were the penguins, sharks and massive Rays
Vivian Amartey

Vivian

3/5

Oct, 2024

The experience was good. What I don't understand is when it's say the ticket is for 24 hrs by then the bus finishes at 4pm? We activated our ticket around 10am. We got off ar 3 places. The last place was Bondi Beach. We got to the bus before 4pm to catch the hop on hop off bus. After waiting for over 30 minutes, we called and was told there is no more bus service. Which means that's the end of our $69.00 ticket we only used for 5 hrs? Please explain what you mean by 24 hrs. How does it work if the bus starts at 9 and finishes at 4pm? Thanks

Discover the magic of Sydney both underwater and over land with this combo ticket. Enjoy greater savings and convenience than purchasing individual tickets, ensuring a seamless city exploration.

Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

Explore Sydney at your own pace with the 24-hour unlimited hop-on-hop-off bus pass. Covering 2 routes and 30+ stops, visit landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and Harbour Bridge with ease.

Red Route

  • First bus: 9am from stop #1 (Circular Quay)

  • Last bus: 4pm from stop #1 (Circular Quay)

  • Frequency: every 30-45 mins

  • Popular stops: Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Rocks & Botanical Gardens

Blue Route

  • First bus: 9:30am from stop #24 (Central Station)

  • Last bus: 3:15pm from stop #24 (Central Station)

  • Frequency: every 60 mins

  • Popular stops: Bondi Beach, Rose Bay & Double Bay

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

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

SEA LIFE Aquarium

Dive into a world teeming with aquatic wonders at the Sea Life Aquarium in Darling Harbour. Encounter over 13,000 marine creatures from 650 distinct species. Experience the thrill of the Shark Walk with sharks swimming right overhead and enjoy the playful antics of Gentoo penguins during the Penguin Expedition. Witness the Great Barrier Reef's marvels at the Reef Theater’s floor-to-ceiling display.

SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

Monday10:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:00 PM
Tuesday10:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:00 PM
Wednesday10:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:00 PM
Saturday09:30 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:00 PM
Sunday09:30 AM - 05:00 PMlast entry 04:00 PM

Accessibility

Sydney Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

  • The lower decks of the buses are wheelchair accessible.

  • Ramps are available onboard and around the boarding areas for easy access.

  • Mobility scooters and large wheelchairs are not allowed on the buses.

  • Note that the combined weight of the customer, their assistant, and their mobility aid must be under 300 kg (660 lb) for safe boarding ramp use. The wheelchair must also fit within the designated seating area.

  • Just a heads up, each bus can only accommodate 1 wheelchair at a time. If there is already a passenger in a wheelchair, please wait for the next one.

  • Require special accommodations for your disability? Rest assured as you can contact infoau@bigbustours.com and they'll try to assist you.

SEA LIFE Aquarium

  • This experience is wheelchair accessible and suited for visitors with visual impairments.

  • The boat ride is wheelchair accessible. You can have 2 companions over the age of 16. If traveling alone, a staff member will ride with you during the experience.

Additional information

SEA LIFE Aquarium

  • Children aged 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

  • The Penguin Expedition Boat Ride is open from 10:30am to 3pm.

  • Children under 120 cm must be seated next to an adult or in the row immediately in front of an adult during the boat ride.

  • Each boat can seat up to 6 guests.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the venue

Ticket Redemption Point

  • You can redeem the tickets directly at the entrance of the attraction: SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium

  • Address: 1-5 Wheat Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

  • Please display the same to the security at the Aquarium Wharf and head inside to exchange the voucher for the ticket at the Aquarium’s ticket office at the Advanced Ticket Entrance

Get Directions to the Redemption Point

Getting There

  • By ferry: Take the ferry that runs from Circular Quay to Darling Harbour and disembarks at the Aquarium ferry Wharf

  • By Bus: Get off at King Street, it is a 5-minute walk to the meeting point

  • By Metro: Get off at Darling Park Station, it is a 5-minute walk to the meeting point

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