Discover Sydney, Australia's famous harbour city, on-board an open-top, hop-on, hop-off Big Bus Tour. Immerse yourself in the city's history as you explore all its sights from the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Opera House, the Australian Museum, and more.
Sydney Essential: 48hr Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Enjoy unrivalled panoramic views of Sydney on-board a hop-on, hop-off, open-top bus tour
- Travel on two routes covering Sydney’s most-famous city sights, as well as the iconic Bondi Beach
- See iconic sights such as the Sydney Opera House and Sydney Harbour Bridge
- Hop off to explore top attractions such as the Australian Museum, Hyde Park and the Botanical Gardens
Description
Experience all the excitement of Sydney, Australia’s famous harbour city with a Big Bus Sydney sightseeing tour – the city’s only hop-on hop-off tourist bus service. Uncover the city's rich history through informative pre-recorded audio commentary available in eight different languages. Don’t miss a thing aboard our open-top double-decker bus tours with 23 stops along our Sydney City and Bondi Beach and Bays tours. Both tours are included in your ticket price making this great sightseeing value. See unmissable sights on the City Tour including the Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Sydney Opera House, Darling Harbour and The Rocks. Next, take the Bondi Beach tour for a great introduction to Australia’s beach culture, passing by Centennial parklands on the way. This ticket also includes a 24hr Fantasea Harbour Hopper Cruise, allowing you to explore one of the world's most stunning natural harbors. Uncover iconic landmarks, secluded beaches, untouched wilderness, picturesque botanical gardens, and enchanting islands.
Included / Excluded
- Unlimited hop-on, hop-off access for 48 hours
- Pre-recorded Audio Commentary in 8 languages
- Free Wi-Fi on-board and Headphones
- Hotel Pickup/Dropoff
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Phillip Street, Sydney NSW, Australia
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible
Commentary
Audio : English, Spanish, Italian, German, French, Chinese Mandarin, Korean, Japanese
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
- Buses are not equipped with toilets or lifts/elevators.
- Strollers and pushchairs must be folded and stowed on the lower deck
- Redeem voucher at any stop along the route with a Big Bus staff member
- Live track buses and have 24h Support via Chat downloading Big Bus App - It's free!
- 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 Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Ticket.
| Sydney Essential | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (16 - 59 years) | N/A |
| Child (3 - 15 years) | N/A |
| 60+ (ID required) (60 - 120 years) | N/A |
Points of interest
- St Mary's Cathedral, Sydney NSW, Australia
- Sydney Opera House, Sydney NSW, Australia
- Central Station, Pitt Street, Haymarket Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Centennial Parklands, Grand Drive, Centennial Park NSW, Australia
- Australian Museum, William Street, Darlinghurst NSW, Australia
- Sydney Fish Market, Bank Street, Pyrmont Sydney, NSW, Australia
- SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium, Wheat Road, Sydney NSW, Australia
- Australian National Maritime Museum, 2 Murray St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- Chinatown Sydney, Dixon Street, Haymarket NSW, Australia
- Sydney Tower Eye, Westfield Sydney, Level 5/108 Market St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- Powerhouse Museum, Harris Street, Ultimo Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Sydney Jewish Museum, Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst NSW, Australia
- Hyde Park Barracks, Macquarie Street, Sydney NSW, Australia
- Darling Harbour, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Mrs Macquaries Rd, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
- Bondi Beach, O'Brien Street, Bondi Beach NSW, Australia
- Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Sydney NSW, Australia
- Paddington Markets, Oxford Street, Paddington Sydney, NSW, Australia
- Double Bay Beach, Beach Street, Double Bay NSW, Australia
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
FAQ
What audio commentary is available on the tour?
Our bus tours feature pre-recorded commentary in the following languages: English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Mandarin, Korean, Chinese and Japanese.
About operator:
Big Bus Tours offers a reliable and convenient way to explore the world’s most iconic cities. Our open-top, hop-on hop-off buses follow thoughtfully-designed routes that connect the landmarks, neighborhoods, and attractions visitors most want to see—making it easy to navigate a new city with confidence.
With the freedom to hop off and explore whenever something catches your interest, then hop back on to continue your journey, guests can experience the city at their own pace. Along the way, engaging audio commentary adds context, stories, and local insights that turn sightseeing into a sense of discovery.
From panoramic views on the open top deck to dependable service throughout the day, Big Bus Tours combines comfort, flexibility, and exploration—helping travelers experience the highlights of a city while uncovering the stories that make it unique.
With the freedom to hop off and explore whenever something catches your interest, then hop back on to continue your journey, guests can experience the city at their own pace. Along the way, engaging audio commentary adds context, stories, and local insights that turn sightseeing into a sense of discovery.
From panoramic views on the open top deck to dependable service throughout the day, Big Bus Tours combines comfort, flexibility, and exploration—helping travelers experience the highlights of a city while uncovering the stories that make it unique.
Basic Information
- Duration: 48 hours
- Trip difficulty: Easy
- Category: Tours & Sightseeing
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