Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour Ticket
Two routes, thirteen stops, and the freedom to spend as long as you want at each one.
A 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off bus tour of Dubai with stops near major landmarks including Burj Khalifa, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Marina and the historic souks. Board at any stop, ride the open-top deck for 360-degree views, and hop off to explore on your own schedule. Audio commentary in ten languages guides you through the city's neighborhoods and landmarks.
Options for this experience
2 optionsWhat’s included
- 24 or 48-hour hop-on hop-off access to both Red and Blue routes.
- stops near Burj Khalifa, Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Marina, the Gold and Spice Souks, Dubai Museum and Dubai Frame.
- audio commentary in ten languages with headphones.
- free water onboard.
- access to the Sunset and Night Tour (a separate fixed-route evening loop).
Times
- Every day No fixed time
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Operated by City Sightseeing Ltd - USA and Middle East
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The experience
The tour runs two separate loops: the Red Route circles the old city and creek, stopping at Dubai Museum, the Gold and Spice Souks, Al Fahidi Historical District and Dubai Frame, while the Blue Route heads to the newer developments, passing Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Marina Mall, Souk Madinat Jumeirah and the Beach at JBR. Each route departs every 60 minutes from the main stop at Dubai Mall, so you can catch a bus without waiting long. The Red Route takes 90 minutes to complete. The Blue Route runs 130 minutes. You pick your ticket length at checkout (24 or 48 hours), and the clock starts when you first board.
From the open-top deck, you get unobstructed views as the bus moves through the city. Headphones and an audio guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and seven other languages come with your ticket, so you hear commentary about Dubai's history, architecture and way of life as you pass each landmark. Water is free onboard (except during Ramadan). If a stop interests you, simply get off and explore for as long as you want, then board the next bus that comes through: your ticket covers unlimited journeys on both routes for the duration you've chosen.
A separate Sunset and Night Tour runs once daily, a fixed 2-hour loop with pickups starting at 6pm from Dubai Mall, 6:45pm from Marina, and 7pm from Atlantis The Palm. This one doesn't allow hopping on and off. It's a single evening circuit. Your voucher stays valid for up to 12 months, so you can book now and travel later. Redeem it at any bus stop or at customer support locations around the city, including the Dubai Aquarium, Mall of the Emirates and Souk Madinat Jumeirah.
Is this one for you?Choose the 24-hour ticket if you're spending one full day in Dubai and want to cover both the old city and the modern waterfront without backtracking. Pick the 48-hour option if you'd rather split your sightseeing across two days or spend longer at individual stops. The open-top bus works best on clear days when you can actually use the 360-degree views from the upper deck.
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Top questions
Can children come?
Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 15 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.
Can I get off the bus and explore a stop, then catch a later bus on the same ticket?
Yes. Your ticket covers unlimited hop-on hop-off journeys on both the Red and Blue routes for the full 24 or 48 hours you've purchased. Buses depart every 60 minutes from each stop, so you can spend as much time as you want at any landmark and board the next available bus.
What's the difference between the Red Route and the Blue Route?
The Red Route covers the historic old city and creek area, including Dubai Museum, the Gold and Spice Souks, Al Fahidi Historical District and Dubai Frame. The Blue Route heads to the modern waterfront, with stops at Atlantis The Palm, Dubai Marina Mall, Souk Madinat Jumeirah and the Beach at JBR. Both depart from Dubai Mall and run every hour.
Is entry to attractions like Burj Khalifa or Atlantis The Palm included?
No. Your ticket covers the bus tour and stops near these landmarks, but entry fees are separate. The bus gets you to the location. You pay for admission if you want to go inside.
What languages does the audio commentary come in?
The audio guide is available in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian and seven additional languages. Headphones are provided with your ticket.
How long does each route take to complete?
The Red Route takes 90 minutes to finish one full loop. The Blue Route takes 130 minutes. Since buses depart every hour, you can hop off at any stop and catch the next bus without losing your ticket validity.
Dubai Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: 24 or 48-Hour Ticket
1h 30m–2h 10m · EN · ES · FR · DE · IT · PT +5
from AED 181 per person
≈ US$ 48 in your currency
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