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Abu Dhabi Essential: 48hr Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour

Summary Description

Experience the best of Abu Dhabi at your own pace with a Big Bus hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Hop on and off at any stop to explore the city's top sights including the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Emirates Palace Hotel

Highlights
  • Explore Abu Dhabi at your own pace on an open-top bus tour
  • Visit the majestic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
  • See top sights such as Emirates Palace Hotel and the Louvre
  • Admire the domes and marble columns of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
  • Visit the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi Art & Civilization Museum and see humanity in a new light
Description

Experience the magical blend of Arabian charm and futuristic fantasy on our Big Bus Abu Dhabi hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. With unlimited hop-on hop-off access, you have the freedom to explore this fascinating city at your own pace. Be captivated by iconic sights such as the Presidential Palace, Emirates Palace Hotel, Etihad Towers, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island and the Corniche. 

Ride on the City Tour (red route), to discover majestic palaces, fascinating museums, historic sites, public beaches, and old souks.  Audio commentary in 8 languages will provide fascinating insights into the rapid development and cultural history of the United Arab Emirates.

This ticket includes a return shuttle to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world. Accommodating up to 40,000 worshippers, it is a true architectural wonder. On arrival you can join a guided tour of the Mosque in English.

Included / Excluded
What's Included
  • Unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off throughout ticket validity (48h)
  • Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Tour
  • Free Wi-Fi on-board and Headphones
  • Pre-recorded Audio Commentary in 8 languages
  • Explore the city on both Red and Green routes
What's Not Included
  • Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
  • Presidential Palace Tour
Start / End Locations

Start Location: Stop 10: Emirates Palace Hotel (West Corniche Rd (outside the Emirates Palace Hotel))

Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller Accessible
  • Infants required to sit on laps
  • Commentary

    Audio : Arabic, Chinese Mandarin, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Russian

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • Tickets are Flexible - Tickets are valid up to 14 Days after purchase..
    • Our entire fleet of buses are wheelchair accessible on the lower deck
    • Children under 5 may travel free of charge
    • Buses are not equipped with toilets or lifts/elevators
    • Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck
    Know Before You Go
    • Redeem voucher at any stop along the route with a Big Bus staff member
    • Download the free Big Bus App to live track buses
    • Headphones will be provided upon arrival however feel free to use your own.
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

    Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

    Options and Pricing

    48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour throughout Abu Dhabi and enjoy a tour of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

    Abu Dhabi Essential RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (16 - 99 years) 355.00 د.إ
    Points of interest
    • UAE Pavilion - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Abu Dhabi Mall - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Etihad Towers - King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud Street - opp. Emirates Palace Hotel - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Sky Tower - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Marina Mall - Marina Mall Ring Road - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Emirates Heritage Club Heritage Village, Near Marina Mall - Breakwater Road - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Louvre Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat - جزيرة السعديات - السعديات شمال 1 - أبو ظبي - United Arab Emirates
    • The Landmark Abu Dhabi, Al HisnAl - Al Bahhar St - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Qasr Al Hosn, Rashid Bin Saeed Al Maktoum St(2nd St) - Al Hisn - W3 - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • The Founder’s Memorial - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Beach - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Bahya Al Bahar Beach - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Observation Deck at 300 - Corniche West Street - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Al Manhal Palace - شارع الشيخ راشد بن سعيد / الشارع الثاني - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental - West Corniche Road - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • WTC Mall/Souq Car Park Entrance - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Manarat Al Saadiyat - Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan Highway - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    • Iranian Market - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates
    Terms and Conditions

    Voucher is non-refundable after it has been scanned and activated by a member of staff.

    Redemption Information

    Tickets will be held at the box office

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    Basic Information
    • Duration: 48 hours
    • Trip difficulty: Easy
    • API Providers: Ventrata
    • Magpie ID: HEUXBN
    • Currency: AED
    • Language: English
    • Booking Cutoff: 0 minutes
    • Timezone: Asia/Muscat
    • Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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