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

4.5 (185 reviews) 1 h 30 min – 2 h 20 min Free cancellation

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About this activity

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’.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 2 h 20 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: German, Arabic, Russian, Japanese, Italian, French, Spanish
Guide: English
Operated by: Big Bus Dubai

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Dubai Museum
Included: Downtown Discovery Guided Walking Tour
Included: The Dubai–Abu Dhabi shuttle service (from 15 November 2025).
Included: Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
Included: One day hop-on hop-off Big Bus Tour in each city
Included: Dubai Dhow Cruise

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees, unless specified
Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off

Itinerary

Abu Dhabi City Tour - Red Route

First Bus Departure : 09:00 am Last Bus Departure : 17:00 pm Frequency: Every 1 hour

Stop 1

Stop 1 - Abu Dhabi Mall
Stop 2

Stop 2 - Louvre Museum
Stop 3

Stop 3- Abu Dhabi Promenade
Stop 4

Stop 4 - Public Beach
Stop 5

Stop 5 - Al Bahar Beach
Stop 6

Stop 6 - Heritage Village
Stop 7

Stop 7 - Marina Mall
Stop 8

Stop 8 - Bay View
Stop 9

Stop 9 - Founder's Memorial
Stop 10

Stop 10 - Emirates Palace Hotel
Stop 11

Stop 11 - Presidential Palace
Stop 12

Stop 12 - Al Hosn Fort
Stop 13

Strop 13 - WTC Souk
Stop 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

Stop 1

Stop 1 - Abu Dhabi Mall
Stop 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

Stop 1

Stop 2- Burj Khalifa / Dubai Mall
Stop 2

Stop 3 - Museum of the Future
Stop 3

Stop 4 - Dhow Cruise
Stop 4

Stop 5 - Bastakiya Old Village
Stop 5

Stop 6 - Al Fahidi Fort
Stop 6

Stop 7 - Old Souk of Arabia
Stop 7

Stop 9 - Gold Souk
Stop 8

Stop 10 - Spice Souk
Stop 9

Stop 11 - Dubai Creek (Bus stop opposite Riveira Hotel)
Stop 10

Stop 12 - Baniyas Road (Bus stop before Sheraton Creek Hotel)
Stop 11

Stop 13 - Dubai Frame
Stop 12

Stop 1: Wafi City
Stop 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

Stop 1

Stop 2 - Dubai Mall
Stop 2

Stop 14 - Ain Dubai
Stop 3

Stop 15 - Dubai Marina / JBR
Stop 4

Stop 16 - Bayside / Skydive
Stop 5

Stop 17 - Tallest Block
Stop 6

Stop 18 - 17 Media City
Stop 7

Stop 19 - Atlantis The Palm (Avenues Entrance near the monorail)
Stop 8

Stop 21 - Palm West Beach (in front of Hilton the Palm)
Stop 9

Stop 22 - Souk Madinat | Burj Al Arab (Roundabout in front of Souk Madinat)
Stop 10

Stop 20 - Fairmont

Meeting point and pickup

Using your ticket

Shuttle service from Dubai to Abu Dhabi available Saturday, Sunday, Monday, Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday from Mall of the Emirates at 8:00 am / Return shuttle from Abu Dhabi Mall at 6:00 pm.

Departure point: You may board and redeem your voucher on the bus at any of the stops in Dubai

You can activate your ticket in one of two ways:

1.Download the Big Bus app from the App Store or Google Play. Open the app and tap "Add Booking" and enter your booking reference. On the day of travel, open your ticket and press "Activate" then show your activated ticket to the driver at any stop along the route. Plus, use the app for route information and live bus tracking.

2.Present your printed or mobile ticket with a Big Bus team member at any stop on the route during operating hours.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

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.