4.4
(40 reviews)

Big Bus Dublin: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Hop-On Hop-Off
  • Dublin
  • Ireland

There's way more to Dublin than fiddles and Guinness. The Big Bus hop-on hop-off tour gives you access to an abundance of Irish gold. See the best of Ireland's atmospheric capital at your own pace over 24, 48, or 72 hours. With 25 stops along the Red Route, multilingual commentary, and buses departing every 20-30 minutes, you can easily explore top sights like the National Museum, the Book of Kells in Trinity College, the Guinness Storehouse, Temple Bar, and Kilmainham Gaol.

From
€26
per person

About

Start time:

9:00 AM

Duration:

1 hour 30 mins

Last admission:

6:00 PM

Smartphone tickets accepted

Instant ticket delivery

Mobile App

Wheelchair accessible

Kid friendly

Best times:

Early morning, Morning, Early afternoon.

Free cancellation

Free rescheduling

Live guides:

German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Russian.

Audio guides:

German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Russian, Chinese.

Highlights

  • Discover an abundance of Irish gold with unlimited access to 25 stops over 24, 48, or 72 hours.
  • Visit iconic landmarks including the Book of Kells, Guinness Storehouse, Kilmainham Gaol, and Temple Bar.
  • Enjoy engaging live commentary in English, or choose from 8 audio guide languages to learn about Dublin's history.
  • Buses run every 20-30 minutes, making it incredibly easy to explore the city at your own pace.

Validity

  • Your ticket is valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours from the moment it is first activated on the bus.
Valid for 1, 2 or 3 days.

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.

One child under 5 can travel free of charge with every paying adult.

Essential and Explorer tickets include the Night Tour (Starts at 19:30 and 20:00 from Stop #1).

What's Not Included

Transport to and from your hotel.

Entry fees to attractions and landmarks along the route (unless specified).

Itinerary

  • 1

    13 O'Connell Street Upper - Starting Location

  • 2

    Trinity College Dublin

  • 3

    Book of Kells

  • 4

    Parliament Square

  • 5

    National Gallery of Ireland

  • 6

    National Library of Ireland

  • 7

    Leinster House, Dublin

  • 8

    National Museum of Ireland - Natural History Museum

  • 9

    Oscar Wilde Memorial

  • 10

    Merrion Square

  • 11

    St. Stephen's Green

  • 12

    The Little Museum of Dublin

  • 13

    Irish Whiskey Museum

  • 14

    Molly Malone Statue

  • 15

    Temple Bar

  • 16

    City Hall, Dublin

  • 17

    Dublin Castle

  • 18

    Chester Beatty Library

  • 19

    Christ Church Cathedral

  • 20

    Dublinia

  • 21

    St Patrick's Cathedral, Dublin

  • 22

    Teeling Whiskey Distillery

  • 23

    Guinness Storehouse

  • 24

    Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery

  • 25

    Irish Museum of Modern Art

  • 26

    Kilmainham Gaol

  • 27

    Phoenix Park

  • 28

    Wellington Monument

  • 29

    National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History

  • 30

    River Liffey

  • 31

    Jameson Distillery Bow St.

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).

Opening Hours

Red Route

Monday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Tuesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Cancellation Policy

  • Cancel for free until 24 hours before you visit and get a full refund.
  • Rescheduling is possible until 24 hours before your visit date.

Tips

  • If you purchased an Essential or Explorer ticket, make sure to arrive at Stop #1 (O'Connell Street) early for the Night Tour, which departs at 19:30 and 20:00.
  • Download the Big Bus app before your trip to track buses in real-time and plan your itinerary.
  • The Red Route departs every 20-30 minutes, so don't rush—take your time exploring major stops like the Guinness Storehouse and Trinity College.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Big Bus Dublin: Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour

Your ticket grants you unlimited access to the Red Route hop-on hop-off bus for your chosen duration, an audio guide in 8 languages, and a complimentary Yellow Umbrella Walking Tour. Upgrading to Essential or Explorer tickets also unlocks access to the panoramic Night Tour.

Your pass is incredibly flexible! It is valid for exactly 24, 48, or 72 hours from the very first time you scan it on the bus, meaning a 24-hour ticket scanned at 2:00 PM is valid until 2:00 PM the next day.

Yes, absolutely! Every Big Bus Dublin vehicle is equipped with boarding ramps and dedicated, secure spaces to ensure a comfortable sightseeing experience for wheelchair users.

While direct rescheduling isn't an option, you can easily cancel your ticket for a full refund up to 24 hours before your planned visit date, and simply rebook for a time that suits you better.

You'll never be waiting long! The buses depart every 20 to 30 minutes from Monday through Sunday, making it incredibly convenient to hop off, explore an attraction, and catch the next bus.

The first bus leaves Stop #1 (O'Connell Street) at 09:00, and the final tour of the day departs at 17:00. If you have an Essential or Explorer ticket, the Night Tour departs later at 19:30 and 20:00.

Yes! Many of the tours feature fantastic, highly knowledgeable live guides who provide entertaining English commentary, sharing local secrets and the fascinating history of Dublin's culture.

Yes, if you prefer to listen in your native language, every seat is equipped with an audio guide offering pre-recorded commentary in eight languages: Chinese, English, French, German, Irish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, and Spanish.

You have the freedom to board at any of the 25 designated stops across the city. The primary starting point (Stop #1) is located at 13 O'Connell Street Upper.

No printing is necessary. You will simply need to present your smartphone voucher to a staff member at Stop #1 (O'Connell Street) or at the Big Bus Visitor Centre to exchange it for your official boarding pass.

The Red Route covers all of Dublin's heavy hitters! Highlights include the Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College (home to the Book of Kells), Temple Bar, EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, and St. Patrick’s Cathedral.

Be sure to bring a fully charged smartphone for your digital ticket, comfortable walking shoes for when you hop off, and your camera. Dublin's weather changes quickly, so packing a light rain jacket or umbrella is always a smart idea.

Yes! Free Wi-Fi is provided on board every Big Bus, allowing you to easily map out your next stop, check attraction hours, or share photos of your trip in real-time.

For the comfort of all passengers, pets are not allowed on board the buses. However, fully trained and certified service animals are absolutely welcome.

You are welcome to bring light snacks and non-alcoholic beverages to enjoy during your ride. We just kindly ask that you dispose of any trash responsibly to keep the buses clean for everyone.

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