Big Bus Dubai and Abu Dhabi Twin City Ticket: Hop-On Hop-Off Tours

4.5 (185 reviews) Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Duration1h 30m - 2h 20m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Arabic, Russian, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Spanish

Overview

Enjoy the best sightseeing experience and see all the sights of magnificent Dubai and the UAE Capitol City Abu Dhabi on any chosen day with the special ‘Big Bus Twin-City ticket’. Hop-on and hop-off at any of the stops and explore the places of interest at your own leisure.

DUBAI

Hop on our Dubai bus tour to experience a true fusion of traditional Arabian charm and futuristic dynamism. Enjoy panoramic views of Dubai’s dramatic skyline, perfect sandy beaches and the world’s tallest building, Hop off to explore historical souks, forts and palaces and enjoy the ultra-chic dining and ambient nightlife. 

ABU DHABI

Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE where Arabic charm blends into futuristic fantasy. Hop on our 1 Day tour to discover rich tradition at the Grand Mosque and Heritage Village and modern majesty at the Louvre.  Explore the man-made Yas Island on the ‘Yas Island Drive’.

What's included

  • Dubai Museum
  • Downtown Discovery Guided Walking Tour
  • The Dubai–Abu Dhabi shuttle service (from 15 November 2025).
  • Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
  • One day hop-on hop-off Big Bus Tour in each city
  • Dubai Dhow Cruise
  • Entrance fees, unless specified
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

Abu Dhabi City Tour - Red Route

First Bus Departure : 09:00 am

Last Bus Departure : 17:00 pm

Frequency: Every 1 hour

  1. Stop 1 - Abu Dhabi Mall
  2. Stop 2 - Louvre Museum
  3. Stop 3- Abu Dhabi Promenade
  4. Stop 4 - Public Beach
  5. Stop 5 - Al Bahar Beach
  6. Stop 6 - Heritage Village
  7. Stop 7 - Marina Mall
  8. Stop 8 - Bay View
  9. Stop 9 - Founder's Memorial
  10. Stop 10 - Emirates Palace Hotel
  11. Stop 11 - Presidential Palace
  12. Stop 12 - Al Hosn Fort
  13. Strop 13 - WTC Souk
  14. Stop 14 - Galleria & Rosewood
Sheik Zayed Mosque Tour (Green Route)

Tours depart Abu Dhabi Mall at 12:00pm & 2:30pm

Tours depart Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque at 2:00pm & 4:30pm

Tour Duration: 2.5 hours

  1. Stop 1 - Abu Dhabi Mall
  2. Stop 2 - Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
City Tour Dubai - Red Route

First Bus Departure : 9:00

Last Bus Departure : 17:00

Frequency: every 40 minutes

  1. Stop 2- Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall
  2. Stop 3 - Museum of the Future
  3. Stop 4 - Dhow Cruise
  4. Stop 5 - Bastakiya Old Village
  5. Stop 6 - Al Fahidi Fort
  6. Stop 7 - Old Souk of Arabia
  7. Stop 9 - Gold Souk
  8. Stop 10 - Spice Souk
  9. Stop 11 - Dubai Creek (Bus stop opposite Riveira Hotel)
  10. Stop 12 - Baniyas Road (Bus stop before Sheraton Creek Hotel)
  11. Stop 13 - Dubai Frame
  12. Stop 1: Wafi City
  13. Stop 8: Shindagha Museum
Blue Route Hop on Hop off

First Bus Departure : 9:00

Last Bus Departure : 17:00

Frequency: every 40 minutes

  1. Stop 2 - Dubai Mall
  2. Stop 14 - Ain Dubai
  3. Stop 15 - Dubai Marina / JBR
  4. Stop 16 - Bayside / Skydive
  5. Stop 17 - Tallest Block
  6. Stop 18 - 17 Media City
  7. Stop 19 - Atlantis The Palm (Avenues Entrance near the monorail)
  8. Stop 21 - Palm West Beach (in front of Hilton the Palm)
  9. Stop 22 - Souk Madinat | Burj Al Arab (Roundabout in front of Souk Madinat)
  10. Stop 20 - Fairmont

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them to board and disembark
  • The Dubai–Abu Dhabi shuttle service will begin operating on 15 November 2025.
  • Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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