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Hop-On Hop-Off Dubai City Tour

Day Trip, Group Tour

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Need a quick way to get around town? Check out this convenient bus tour.

Hop-on Hop-off Dubai City Tour

Use this hop-on, hop-off bus tour to better plan your time in Dubai. This tour makes it easy for you to travel around town and see Dubai's top attractions. Climb aboard and get started on some sightseeing fun!

The open-top buses on this tour operate from Deira to Atlantis with multiple stops in between. If there's a major landmark you want to see, chances are that the bus stops right there or within walking distance of the attraction. Some of the stops on this tour include Burj Khalifa and Shiekh Zayed Road. Burj Khalifa is the world's tallest building (more than 160 stories high), and Shiekh Zayed Road is a major artery of the city that's surrounded by incredible skyscrapers.

There are over 40 stops on the route, so you won't run out of things to explore. Your ticket provides more than just access to the bus. You also get a free Dhow cruise, a free night tour, and complimentary admission to Dubai Museum.

Please Note: There are 5 bus routes with varying schedules and tour durations. The Historic (Red) Route runs every 25 minutes and it takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete the route without getting off. The Modern (Blue) Route runs every 25 minutes and it takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes to complete the route without getting off. The Marina (Yellow) Route runs every 25 minutes and it takes approximately 2 hours to complete the route without getting off. The Palm Crescent (Pink) Route runs 4 times daily and it takes approximately 1 hour to complete the route without getting off. The Cruise Terminal (Green) Route runs every 30 minutes on days when cruise ships are in port, and it takes approximately 25 minutes to complete the route without getting off. The Brown and Grey Routes are night routes. They run every 30 minutes, and it takes approximately 2 hours to complete the routes without getting off. During the month of Ramadan, slight adjustments may be made to regular services, including and not limited to the hours of operation and the bus frequency. Bottled water will not be available on the buses during Ramadan. The tours are narrated in English, Arabic, Spanish, German, Portuguese, Italian, French, Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, and Russian. First and last tour times vary by route and will be detailed in your electronic ticket.

The Historic (Red) Route includes the following stops:

  • Dubai Mall Bus Stop
  • Al Seef
  • Al Fahidi Historical Neighborhood
  • Dubai Museum
  • Old Souk
  • Heritage Village
  • Spice & Gold Souk
  • Dubai Creek
  • Dubai Frame

The Modern (Blue) Route includes the following stops:

  • Dubai Mall Bus Stop
  • Souk Madinat Jumeirah
  • Atlantis The Palm
  • Dubai Marina Mall
  • JBR The Beach
  • Marina Promenade
  • Grosvenor House Dubai
  • Mina Seyahi
  • Mall of the Emirates

The Marina (Yellow) Route includes the following stops:

  • Mall of the Emirates
  • Souk Madinat Jumeirah
  • Atlantis the Palm
  • Palm Views West
  • Fairmont the Palm
  • Dubai Marina Mall
  • The Beach at JBR
  • Marina Promenade
  • Grosvenor House Dubai
  • Dubai Marina
  • Mina Seyahi
  • Dubai Media City

The Palm Crescent (Pink) Route includes the following stops:

  • Atlantis The Palm
  • Sofitel Dubai the Palm
  • Anantara Dubai The Palm
  • Rixos the Palm
  • Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

The Cruise Terminal (Green) Route includes the following stops:

  • Dubai Mall Bus Stop
  • Queen Elizabeth 2
  • Cruise Terminal 2

The Brown Route includes the following stops:

  • Dubai Mall
  • Dubai Festival City Mall
  • Deira City Centre
  • Burjuman

The Grey Route includes the following stops:

  • Dubai Mall
  • Mall of the Emirates
  • Mina Seyahi
  • Atlantis The Palm
  • Fairmont The Palm
  • Souk Madinat Jumeirah

To see a map of the stops that are included in this tour, please CLICK HERE.

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Tour Type
Group
 
Group Size
Standard
 
Activity Type(s)
Cultural, Scenic
 
Tour Duration
3 Hours
 
Activity Level
Easy
 
Tour Leaves From
Numerous bus stops throughout Dubai. The closest stop is at the cruise ship pier.
 
Food/Beverage Provided
Bottled water is included on board the buses, except during the month of Ramadan.
 
Special Instructions
Comfortable lightweight summer clothing and walking shoes are suitable for most of the year, but sweaters or jackets may be needed for the winter months, especially in the evenings. Good quality sunglasses are advised, and photo-chromatic lenses for those who wear spectacles. Hats and some protection for the head are advisable when in direct sunlight. The United Arab Emirates has conservative dress traditions. Swimwear must be confined to the beach and hotel pools. Men and women should ensure shoulders and knees are covered when in public, especially in souks, shops, malls, and villages.
 
Restrictions
Guests must be able to get in and out of the bus. This tour is fully wheelchair accessible. Normal tourist photography is acceptable, but it is considered offensive to photograph Arab women. It is also courteous to ask permission before photographing men. Photographs of government buildings, police or military installations are not allowed.
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