Big Bus Dublin: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
- Dublin
- Ireland
Get around Dublin with the hop-on hop-off bus. See the Book of Kells in Trinity College, Guinness Storehouse, Dublin Zoo and more!
About
Duration:
1 hour 30 minsSmartphone tickets accepted
Instant ticket delivery
Kid friendly
Free cancellation
Free rescheduling
Audio guides:
German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Yue Chinese.Overview
There's way more to Dublin than fiddles and Guinness. The hop-on hop-off bus gives you access to an abundance of Irish gold over 24, 48 or 72 hours, with 25 stops, multilingual commentary, and special offers. See the best of Dublin in three days – including the National Museum and National Art Gallery, the Book of Kells in Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse and more.
The hop-on hop-off bus tour is the best way to get to grips with Ireland's atmospheric capital. There's audio commentary in eight languages – hop on and off as much as you like over 24, 48 or 72 hours.
Red Route
Departing every 30 minutes, this classic route swings by many Dublin highlights, including Trinity College, Dublin Castle, Temple Bar, Guinness Storehouse, Kilmainham Gaol, and St. Patrick's Cathedral. And don't forget about the special offers you get with the pass!
Validity
- Valid for:24h, 48h, or 72h
- Once activated, your ticket is valid for the number of hours you’ve chosen.
What's Included
Unlimited hop-on hop-off bus travel for 24, 48 or 72 hours
Live commentary in English or audio commentary in 8 languages
Yellow Umbrella walking tour
On child can travel free of charge with every paying adult
Essential and Explorer tickets contain the night tour (Starting at 7:30 PM and 8:00 PM from Stop #1)
Explorer ticket includes a half day coastal tour
Instruction
- Swap your smartphone voucher for a paper ticket at Stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street), or at the Big Bus Visitor Centre (26 Bachelors Walk – D01A9P2).
Additional Info
Service Times
Every 20-30 minutes from Monday to Sunday
Tours:
The walking tour departs from Barnardo Square next to City Hall daily at 11:00 and 14:00 daily.
One under-15s can ride for free with every adult.
Opening Hours
Red Route
Cancellation Policy
- Cancellation is possible until 24 hours before your visit date
- Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date
Tips
- Use the bus as your personal guide, audio commentary gives local insights you won’t get elsewhere.
- Choose a 48 or 72-hour ticket to explore at a relaxed pace without feeling rushed.
- Start your tour early in the day to take full advantage of the stops and avoid peak crowds.
- Great for first-time visitors, you can scope out what parts of Dublin you want to return to.
- Bring headphones if you prefer better audio quality for the multilingual guide tracks.
- Take the included walking tour, it’s a fantastic complement to the bus experience.
Frequently Asked Questions about Big Bus Dublin: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
The Big Bus Dublin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour offers unlimited travel around Dublin's top attractions for 24, 48, or 72 hours. With 25 stops and multilingual commentary, it’s the most flexible way to explore the city's iconic landmarks, such as the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College, St. Patrick's Cathedral, and more.
The Big Bus Dublin Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour is valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours from the moment you activate your ticket. This gives you plenty of time to hop on and off at your leisure, visiting Dublin’s most famous sites.
Some of the top attractions you’ll visit on the Big Bus Dublin tour include Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse, St. Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin Castle, the National Museum, Temple Bar, and Kilmainham Gaol, among others.
Your Big Bus Dublin ticket includes unlimited hop-on hop-off access for the chosen duration (24, 48, or 72 hours), live commentary in English or audio commentary in 8 languages, a Yellow Umbrella walking tour, and special offers for attractions. The Explorer ticket also includes a half-day coastal tour.
Yes! One child under the age of 15 can travel for free with each paying adult. This makes the Big Bus Dublin tour a family-friendly way to explore the city.
The Big Bus Dublin tour departs every 20-30 minutes from Stop #1, located at 13 Upper O'Connell Street. The tours run daily from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
You can book tickets online and show your smartphone voucher at Stop #1 (13 Upper O'Connell Street) or at the Big Bus Visitor Centre located at 26 Bachelors Walk – D01A9P2. You’ll receive a paper ticket to board the bus.
Yes! The Essential and Explorer tickets include a night tour starting at 7:30 PM and 8:00 PM from Stop #1. This is a great way to see Dublin illuminated after dark.
Yes, your Big Bus Dublin ticket gives you access to special offers at various Dublin attractions. Make sure to ask for the details when you hop on the bus!
Yes, you can cancel or reschedule your Big Bus Dublin tickets up to 24 hours before your visit date.
Big Bus Dublin: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
- Dublin
- 1 hour 30 mins
One bus, the whole of Dublin at your fingertips
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