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Highlights
Go big in Sydney with our 'Big 5' Ticket. Valid for a day of hop-on, hop-off sightseeing, this ticket also includes entry to 4 top Merlin attractions: The Sydney Tower Eye, WILD LIFE Sydney Zoo, SEA LIFE Sydney Aquarium and Madame Tussauds Wax Museum.
Important Information: Please note that this ticket must be redeemed with a Big Bus Staff member before visiting any of the included Merlin attractions. You can visit each attraction once within 7 days of voucher redemption. You must book a visit time and date for your visits to each of the Merlin attractions separately. Times and dates for the Big Bus Tour and SEA LIFE Aquarium must be booked via our booking portal (a link to this will be supplied in your booking confirmation email). Times and dates for the remaining Merlin attractions must be selected directly on each attraction's website (links to these sites are provided in the highlights below). If you do not have booked a timeslot, you can do so at a Merlin kiosk. Please note that it is mandatory to wear a mask on your visit to Merlin attractions.
Hop on, hop off
Discover Sydney at your own pace.
Our hop-on, hop-off bus tours give you the freedom to explore the best of Sydney at your own pace. Hop off the tour as many times as you like within the validity period of your ticket, and simply hop on again when you're ready. Alternatively, you are very welcome to remain on board for the entire tour.
City Tour (Red Route)
Discover the city of Sydney on our Red Route bus tour.
Join our open-top City Tour (Red Route) to explore all the must-see sights of Sydney, including the Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, Circular Quay, Darling Harbour, The Rocks, Botanical Gardens and more! Hop on and off from over 20 different stops. For more information, see our City Tour (Red Route) Timetable.
Bondi & Bays Tour (Blue Route)
Explore Sydney's famous Bondi Beach and exclusive Eastern Bays on our Blue Route bus tour.
Hop on our Bondi & Bays Tour (Blue Route) to discover Bondi Beach, a world-renowned mecca for sun, surf and sand. During the tour, you'll also travel through Sydney's glamourous eastern suburbs, Rose Bay and Double Bay. You can hop on and hop off from over 10 different stops. For more information, see our Bondi & Bays Tour (Blue Route) Timetable.
Sydney Tower Eye
Get sky-high views of Sydney.
Enjoy unique 360° views of Sydney and its beautiful harbour from the Sydney Tower Eye, an internal observation deck that rises 309 metres above the city. You'll also get to enjoy the Sydney Tower Eye 4D film experience. Important Information: After purchase, you will need to pre-select your visit date and timeslot on the Sydney Tower Eye website. Sydney Tower Eye & SKYWALK opening days from Thursday to Monday 11am-7pm (last entry 6pm). Merlin attractions charge a child ticket rate for visitors between the ages of 3–15 years (2 and under free). Big Bus Tours customers travelling with a child aged between 3–5 will be required to purchase an additional single child ticket for each Merlin attraction they visit.
Madame Tussauds
An A-List experience in the heart of Sydney
Madame Tussauds Sydney is home to a huge number of celebrity waxworks from the cinematic, sporting, musical and political worlds. You'll get up close to waxworks of all your favourite stars, and with a great variety of props available, you can snap some fantastic photos too. Don't miss the chance to enjoy some quality stargazing at Madame Tussauds Sydney. Important Information: After purchase, you will need to pre-select your visit date and timeslot on the Madame Tussauds website. Opening days are from Thursday to Monday 10am to 4pm (last entry 3pm). Merlin attractions charge a child ticket rate for visitors between the ages of 3–15 years (2 and under free). Big Bus Tours customers travelling with a child aged between 3–5 will be required to purchase an additional single child ticket for each Merlin attraction they visit.
SeaLife Aquarium
Discover Australia's amazing aquatic creatures
Take an exciting underwater adventure through Australia’s unique ocean at Sydney SeaLife Aquarium. You'll encounter some of the world's most incredible animals, including beautiful dugongs, huge sharks, mysterious stingrays, sawfish, jellyfish, penguins, seahorses and thousands of tropical fish. Important Information: After purchase, you will must pre-select your visit date/time via our booking portal (link supplied in booking confirmation). SEA LIFE is open Mon-Fri 10am–4pm (last entry 3pm) and Saturday-Sunday 9:30am-5pm (last entry at 4pm). Merlin attractions charge a child ticket rate for visitors between the ages of 3–15 years (2 and under free). Big Bus Tours customers travelling with a child aged between 3–5 will be required to purchase an additional single child ticket for each Merlin attraction they visit.
WildLife Sydney Zoo
See some of Australia's most famous creatures
Come face to face with iconic Australian animals at WildLife Sydney Zoo. You'll get to explore a huge variety of unique habitats, home to some of Australia's most famous native animals. See koalas, kangaroos, platypus, saltwater crocodiles, snakes, wombats, quokkas, tropical birds, exotic butterflies and more at this wildlife oasis right in the heart of Sydney. Important Information: After purchase, you will need to pre-select your visit date and timeslot on the Wildlife Sydney Zoo website. Opening days are from Thursday to Monday 10am to 4pm (last entry 3pm). Merlin attractions charge a child ticket rate for visitors between the ages of 3–15 years (2 and under free). Big Bus Tours customers travelling with a child aged between 3–5 will be required to purchase an additional single child ticket for each Merlin attraction they visit.
Pre-recorded Commentary
Available in 8 languages.
Educational and informative pre-recorded commentary is available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian, Mandarin, Korean, Chinese and Japanese. Complimentary earphones are available from your driver.
See all the top Landmarks
Take in top-deck views with Big Bus.
Our two comprehensive tour routes are carefully designed to show off Sydney’s most famous landmarks, including the Sydney Opera House, the Harbour Bridge and the Royal Botanical Gardens.
Timed & Dated Tours
Before you can board the bus, you will need to pre-select a time and date for your tour.
You can do via our online booking portal (a link will be provided in your confirmation email), or with a Big Bus Tours staff member stationed at one of our stops
Free Mobile App
Now with live bus arrival times!
Download our free mobile app for the perfect pocket companion to your sightseeing adventure. Our new live bus arrival times feature shows you exactly where the bus is along the route, along with an ETA for your nearest stop! This gives you the freedom to make the most of your time exploring. In addition to live bus arrival times, you'll also get detailed maps and route information, stop images, walking directions, facts about famous landmarks and attractions, ticket offers and more. Save memory-making minutes on your city adventure with the Big Bus Tours App!
Check Service
Plan ahead for your tour with our service updates
Visit our Service Information Page for up-to-date information about our current service.
Sydney Sightseeing Route
Explore the best of Sydney with Big Bus Tours. Visit Sydney's famous landmarks and attractions on our City Tour. Hop on and hop off as much as you like, or stay on board for a full circuit to enjoy a relaxed sightseeing experience.
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