Essential Ticket

Name: Essential Ticket
Brand: Big Bus Tours
Rating: 4 (3149 reviews)

Explore the best of Paris and see its world-renowned landmarks with our 24-hour Essential Ticket. Hop on and hop off our open-top double-decker buses and enjoy a River Cruise included in your ticket.

Accessing your ticket: Once you've purchased your ticket, open the Big Bus Tours app, tap 'Add Booking' and enter your booking reference. On the day, open your bus ticket and press 'Activate'. Your ticket countdown starts – just show your activated ticket to the driver to board.

Adult

From €49.00 (Full price from €60.00)
Child 4–12

From €29.00 (Full price from €37.00)

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What's included? Where does it go?

Hop-on, Hop-off

Our hop-on, hop-off tours give you the freedom to plan your own itinerary and explore the best of Paris’s landmarks for as little or as long as you like for the duration of your ticket. If you purchase a ticket that offers validity for more than 1 day, you must travel on consecutive days.

Routes

Classic Route - Red

With pre-recorded commentary.
- Operates 09.45 - 17.30
- Frequency: 10–20 mins
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FAQs

What is the child policy?

A child ticket is available for children aged between 4 and 12 years inclusively. Children aged 3 years and under may travel free of charge when accompanied by a dedicated adult. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

What can I see and visit?

Bus stops are conveniently located near popular landmarks and attractions, so you are able to hop-on and hop-off as you please. Visit our top landmarks information to discover what you can see and visit on our tour.

You can hop on and off as many times as you wish and are of course welcome to stay on board for the entire route. Please see our tours information to discover more.

What music is featured on the tour?

Our pre-recorded commentary is interspersed with a number of different songs. Please click here to see our playlist.

Is there a discount available for groups, schools and agencies?

Yes, discounts are available for groups of 10 or more. To find out more, submit an enquiry using our group booking information page.

Do I need to choose a date for my tour?

Yes – when you book, you will need to select the date you’d like to hop on the bus. If you’re touring with us for more than one day, your ticket must be used across consecutive days, and the date you select at the time of booking should be the first day of your tour. Some tours also require you to select a time of travel to secure your seat. If your ticket has extra inclusions, you may also need to book dates and times for these inclusions after your purchase is complete via our Booking Portal. For more information, please see the instructions in your booking confirmation email.

Can I change the date (and time) of my bus tour?

Yes. If you have a ticket that's 'fully flexible', you can change the date (and time) of your bus tour booking without charge. To make the change, please contact us.

If you don't have a 'fully flexible' ticket, we can still change the date of your bus tour, but please be aware that charges may apply.

Essential Ticket

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