Big Bus: Paris Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Seine River Cruise
Big Bus: Paris Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Optional Seine River Cruise
Duration: 1 hour (approx.)
1 hour (approx.)
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience
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Explore Paris with ease on the Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour, which includes an optional Seine River Cruise for added charm. Navigate through key sites like the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame using buses that depart every 6-13 minutes from multiple stops along the Classic Red Route. The tour begins at 9:45 am with audio commentary available in eight languages to enrich your journey across this beautiful city.
Explore Paris with ease on the Big Bus Hop-on Hop-off Tour, which includes an optional Seine River Cruise for added charm. Navigate through key sites like the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame using buses that depart every 6-13 minutes from multiple stops along the Classic Red Route. The tour begins at 9:45 am with audio commentary available in eight languages to enrich your journey across this beautiful city.
Explore famous landmarks in Paris with an unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour that lets you experience the city at a leisurely pace.
With buses departing every 6 to 16 minutes and covering 10 stops on one route, stay connected to Paris's vibrant culture without missing any sights.
The open-top double-decker buses offer engaging audio commentary in nine languages, bringing life to famous landmarks such as the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame with their stunning Gothic architecture.
Ensure you don't miss key stops like the world-renowned Louvre, elegant Eiffel Tower, or stunning Notre Dame during your journey.
Entry to Big Bus: Paris Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour for 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
Use of the Seine River cruise, lasting 60-min (based on option selected)
Access to live commentary in French, English, Spanish, Italian, German, Japanese, Arabic, Dutch, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Finnish, Thai & Chinese (on the cruise)
Admission for Portuguese, Korean, Russian and Mandarin Chinese language options available during the bus tour
Ticket includes free Wi-Fi and headphones on board
Access to Mobile app providing a detailed map with live bus tracking
Entry tickets to attractions
Big Bus Paris tour near Eiffel Tower with Olympic rings, Paris, France.
The Classic Red Route Experience
Start an adventure by hopping onto any of the 10 designated stops along the renowned Classic Red Route. Explore Paris's long history and culture with audio commentary available in eight languages.
- Schedule:
- First bus departs at 9:45 am from stop #1 (Louvre-Pyramide/Big Bus Information Centre).
- Last departure is at 5:30 pm, also from stop #1 (Louvre-Pyramide/Big Bus Information Centre).
- Buses arrive every 6 to 13 minutes.
Popular stops include famous landmarks such as the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame. For a detailed map of the Red Route and its boarding points, click here.
You have the flexibility to join this tour at any stop and hop on or off as you please throughout your ticket's validity.
Seine River Cruise Details
Bring your Paris adventure by adding a 1-hour Seine River cruise with either an Essential or Explore pass. This additional experience offers stunning views of the city from its famous river.
- Schedule:
- First cruise begins at 10:30 am, departing Port de la Bourdonnais near stop #8 (Eiffel Tower).
- The final cruise leaves at 9 pm from the same port.
- Cruises are available every 30 to 45 minutes and last for 60 minutes each.
Explore Paris with VOX Self-Guided Digital Walking Tours
Enhance your exploration of Paris by selecting one of three self-guided walking tours. Each tour offers audio commentary, providing deep insights into the history and culture of different Parisian neighborhoods.
- Tour Options:
- Trocadéro-Eiffel Tower: Begins at stop #7 (Iena).
- Ile de la Cité-Marais: Starts from stop #3 (Notre Dame).
- Louvre-Tuileries: Departs from stop #2 (Louvre - Pont des Arts).
Tourists on Big Bus Paris tour with Eiffel Tower and Seine River in background.
Big Bus Paris tour near Arc de Triomphe, featuring an electric double-decker bus.
Big Bus Paris tour near Eiffel Tower with Olympic rings, Paris, France.
Tourists on Big Bus Paris tour with Eiffel Tower and Seine River in background.
Big Bus Paris tour near Arc de Triomphe, featuring an electric double-decker bus.
Big Bus Paris tour passing Les Invalides with tourists on board.
Accessibility
The buses accommodate wheelchairs as well as prams or strollers.
Additional Information
You'll receive details about any add-ons included in your ticket, such as self-guided walking tours and river cruises, after booking is confirmed.
Tourists on Big Bus Paris tour with Eiffel Tower and Seine River in background.
Tourists enjoying the Big Bus Paris Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with a view of the Eiffel Tower and Seine River in the background
Big Bus Paris tour passing Les Invalides with tourists on board.
Tourists on Big Bus Paris tour with Eiffel Tower and Seine River in background.
Tourists enjoying the Big Bus Paris Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with a view of the Eiffel Tower and Seine River in the background
Book your hop-on hop-off bus tour ticket at least a day in advance during peak season to ensure availability and avoid sold-out sessions.
If you plan on taking the optional Seine River cruise or self-guided walking tours, check specific details related to these add-ons after booking for smooth planning.
To maximize your visit, start with stops that are further from each other since buses run every 6-13 minutes and cover popular landmarks like the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and Notre Dame efficiently.
Take advantage of the bus's wheelchair and pram/stroller accessibility to ensure a comfortable experience for everyone in your group.
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