Vancouver: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour on Double-Decker Bus
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Travel on a captivating exploration of Vancouver aboard our Double Decker & clear top vintage buses with the flexibility of a Hop-On, Hop-Off Pass. Explore downtown Vancouver, visiting major attractions and scenic points of interest. The highlights of your journey are at your fingertips, allowing you to create your personalized adventure.
• Downtown Vancouver Discovery: Cruise through downtown Vancouver, soaking in the vibrant atmosphere and discovering major attractions with our vintage clear-top buses.
• Scenic Points of Interest: Enjoy the breathtaking views of scenic points of interest from the open-top deck, providing a unique and immersive experience of Vancouver's beauty.
• Hop-On, Hop-Off Flexibility: Choose to Hop-Off at any of the stops that pique your interest. Explore at your own pace and Hop-On again whenever you're ready to continue the tour.
• Exclusive free audio-guided walking tours of Gastown, Chinatown, Stanley Park, and Downtown Vancouver
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ticket valid for 24 or 48 consecutive hours. Ticket validation cannot be split over days.
Digital commentary available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese and Korean
Hop-On Hop-Off buses are equipped to accommodate collapsible/foldable wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.
Tickets include four free self-guided walking tours on the AudioMe app. Explore areas beyond the bus route with engaging audio guides covering Vancouver’s history, landmarks, and culture
Winter Season (October-April) - 10 stops with a 35-40 min frequency. Duration or 60 minutes.
Summer Season (May-September) - 14 stops with a 15-30 min frequency. Duration or 120 minutes.
What To Expect
Duration:1 hour 30 minutes
Operating Schedule:Full loop is 90 minutes. Buses depart Stop #1 9:45AM-3:45PM. Frequency is every 30 minutes.
Cruise Terminal/Vancouver Convention Centre/Westcoast Sightseeing Welcome Kiosk
Near Hotel Entrance on W. Hastings St.
"Shopping District" Blue Horizon Hotel Entrance
In Harbour Cruises Parking Lot
Across From the Public Transit Loop
On Burrard Street, close to Smithe Street
On Burrard Street, Across from Sheraton Wall Centre
W. 2nd Ave + Anderson Street
"Entertainment District" Corner of Granville St. & Helmcken St.
"Sports District" At W. Georgia Street Hotel Entrance
"Library Square" NW corner of Robson Street + Homer Street
Pacific Blvd Across from BC Place by the Pedestrian Overpass
Keefer St. Across from Easy Park
In Front of Trees Organics Co ee
Options
48hr/Walking Tours/Night Tour
48hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour 2hr Twilight Night Tour 2x Self-Guided Walking Tours: Choose Stanley Park or Downtown Vancouver
24hr Ticket & Walking Tours
24hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour 2x Self-Guided Walking Tours: Choose Stanley Park or Downtown Vancouver
48hr Ticket & Walking Tours
48hr Hop-on Hop-off Tour 2x Self-Guided Walking Tours: Choose Stanley Park or Downtown Vancouver
What‘s Included
Winter Season (October-April) - 10 stops with a 35-40 min frequency. Duration or 60 minutes.
Big Bus Tours app (ticket storage, live tracking and ticket activation)
2hr Twilight Night Tour (if option selected)
New for 2026 self-guided audio walking tours in Gastown and Chinatown
Audio-guided walking tours of Gastown, Chinatown, Stanley Park, and Downtown Vancouver
24/48hr Unlimited hop-on hop-off access
Summer Season (May-September) - 14 stops with a 15-30 min frequency. Duration or 120 minutes.
Professional audio commentary
Hotel pickup and drop off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
3,250 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Experiencing Vancouver
stevedE8469TC,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We boarded the bus by our hotel, to hear an automated commentary. Then after boarding again at Granville Island, we were treated to a Wonderful experience with Sherry. 100 times better than the Automated Commentary. She gave out way better and timely information. They should have Sherry redo be the voice of the Automated Commentary.
Good fun
nikhilrU3183XV,Jul 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00fun hop on hop off. highly recommended. one of our drivera was Sherry ("like the spanish wine") who was wxcellent with plenty of anecdotes and trivia about the city
Explore
499nikis,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Such a smart idea. Good for 24 hrs. AC.
Awesome time
Nordicfilms,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great experience getting around the city and sites. Our driver, Sherri, was super awesome narrating as we drove, instead of the pre-recorded version.
Even with the World Cup...
June N,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Even with the World Cup going on, route changes were explicitly stated. Bus was clean and comfortable as well.
Vancouver hop on hop off bus
Ian A,Jun 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very useful way to get around a city you are not familiar with. Visits all the main points of interest and gives a commentary while you travel.
Excellent overview
beverlypO7888CF,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent overview of great city
I love a hoho tour
David J,Jun 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I love a hop on hop off bus tour and this one did not disappoint
Informative Tour
JulieA583,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We like the Big Red Bus service. We’ve taken them in every city we visit. This was no different. Sherry (like the Spanish wine!) was great, informative and funny. Highly recommend.
Great narrative on the...
Richard F,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great narrative on the bus, just a great city to enjoy. Many things to see and do and explore. Well worth the money
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Operated by Big Bus Vancouver / Westcoast Sightseeing