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Big Bus Abu Dhabi Hop-On Hop-Off with Sheikh Zayed Mosque Tour

4.6(1,075)Abu Dhabi1 hour
VIATOR3.9(82)TRIPADVISOR4.6(993)

Description

Arabian charm blends into futuristic fantasy on our Abu Dhabi bus tour. Hop on discover and hop off explore rich tradition at the Grand Mosque and Heritage Village and the modern majesty at the Louvre and Presidential Palace. You can hop on and off at any of the 14 stops to explore at your own leisure. Our open-top double-decker buses run at regular intervals so rejoining the tour is easy and convenient. Your hop-on-hop-off ticket includes unlimited rides per loop during hours of operation only.  Air conditioning is available on the lower deck and recorded commentary is available in 8 languages including English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Chinese, Arabic and Russian.  The tour is fun, safe and a relaxed way to explore the city. Above all, it guarantees some breathtaking views of Abu Dhabi.

Tour Options

48 Hour & Sheikh Zayed Mosque
  • Duration: 2 days: Unlimited use, valid for 48 hours from the time of first use. Louvre Abu Dhabi Entry Ticket: Exchange your voucher to the Louvre with the Bus Driver at the Louvre Abu Dhabi Stop #2. Museum Timings 10am - 6.30pm. 1 Hop on Hop off Route: Unlimited Hop on Hop off access for the duration of your ticket. Sheikh Zayed Mosque Tour: Meeting Point: Abu Dhabi Mall Stop 1 Red Route. Daily departure: 12 pm and 2
Abu Dhabi Panoramic Tour
  • Duration: 1 day: Ticket across both routes, no inclusions Red Route: Operating two departures at 10am and 3pm (starting at Abu Dhabi Mall) – Duration 1hr 30 min Green Route : to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque with one daily departure at 12:00pm – duration 2 hours
24hr Bus & Sheikh Zayed Mosque
  • Duration: 1 day: Unlimited use, valid for 24 hours from the time of first use. 2 Hop on Hop off Routes: Unlimited Hop on Hop off access for the duration of your ticket. Sheikh Zayed Mosque Tour: Pick the the Green Route at Meeting Point: Abu Dhabi Mall Stop 1 Red Route. Daily departure: 12 pm and 2pm
72hrs & Presidential Palace
  • Louvre Abu Dhabi Entry Ticket : Exchange your voucher to the Louvre with the Bus Driver at the Louvre Abu Dhabi Stop #2. Museum Timings 10am - 6.30pm. Duration: 3 days: Unlimited use, valid for 48 hours from the time of first use. 2 Hop-on Hop-off Routes: Unlimited Hop on Hop off access for the duration of your ticket. Sheikh Zayed Mosque Tour: Pick the the Green Route at Meeting Point: Abu Dhabi Mall Stop 1 Red Route. Daily departure: 12 pm and 2pm Presidential Palace: This ticket includes a tour of Qaṣr Al-Waṭan, Abu Dhabi's Presidential Palace.

Highlights

Commentary in English, Arabic, French, Italian, Russian, German, Spanish & Mandarin
Red Route tour with 14 hop-on, hop-off stops
With Selected tickets you will also have an entry ticket to Louvre Abu Dhabi
Presidential Palace with selected ticket
Sheik Zayed Mosque Tour included with all ticket types
Air-conditioned buses

What's included

Included
Commentary in English, Arabic, French, Italian, Russian, German, Spanish & Mandarin
Red Route tour with 14 hop-on, hop-off stops
With Selected tickets you will also have an entry ticket to Louvre Abu Dhabi
Presidential Palace with selected ticket
Sheik Zayed Mosque Tour included with all ticket types
Air-conditioned buses
Not included
Gratuities
Food and drinks, unless specified
Activities on Yas Island

Traveller Ratings

4.6
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Important Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Mobile Vouchers accepted
  • Collapsible wheelchairs with removable wheels can be accommodated providing the passenger is accompanied by someone who can assist them board and disembark
  • There is a strict dress code to enter the Mosque, women must wear loose long trousers, long sleeves and a head scarf. Men must cover their shoulders and knees. You will be refused entry if you do not comply to the dress code
  • Download the Big Bus Tours app to access and activate your ticket, track buses in real time, and board easily using your mobile ticket.

Reviews(1,075)

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TessReviews
March 29, 2026
Excellent experience

Really good overview of Abu Dhabi that can truly last all day. Mosque is a must visit

Operator response

Thank you for your kind review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found it a great way to get a full overview of Abu Dhabi. We completely agree—the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is truly a must-visit and one of the city’s most remarkable highlights. We’re glad you were able to experience it during your day with us. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on board again soon! Flavius@BigBusTours

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Maps53144554238
March 4, 2026
Totally unacceptable failure in service

Accepting that our visit was during the hostilities in the Middle East, but with a number of tourist sites open as usual (shopping malls, Sheikh Zayed mosque, and Louvre), we checked carefully if services were showing as operating as normal on the company’s web site. It specifically said they were, gave a timetable, and allowed tickets to be purchased. We used an Uber from Saadiyat Island to arrive 15 minutes prior to the 1000 green route departure from Abu Dhabi Mall. No services were operating, but there was nobody at the scheduled pick up point, or large sales stand inside the mall. Nobody answered the phone. We fully accept the difficulties of operating within the current tensions, but at least have your website updated, suspend ticket sales, answer the phone, and have just one staff member on hand at the main pick up point to support customers arriving for the services.

Operator response

Thank you for taking the time to share your detailed feedback. We’re very sorry to hear about your experience and the inconvenience caused. We fully understand your concerns, especially given the challenging circumstances in the region. However, we sincerely apologise that our service information was not accurately updated and that you were unable to find staff assistance or reach us when needed. This is not the level of communication or customer support we aim to provide. Your comments regarding website updates, ticket availability, and on-site support are extremely important, and we will be sharing them with our team as a matter of priority to ensure improvements are made. We truly regret the disruption to your plans and appreciate your understanding of the wider situation while still highlighting where we fell short. Please contact us via chat or email with your booking details so we can review your case and assist you further. Flavius@BigBusTours

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Tour12273078555
February 27, 2026
Excellent 👍

That was very nice and the Raju and Shalee were super friendly and fun. Thank you very much. See you next time 🤗

Operator response

Dear Valued Guest, Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your sightseeing experience with us on Big Bus Tours. Your kind comments have inspired our Customer Service team, as knowing our guests are happy truly brightens our day. We are committed to creating exceptional experiences for you. We eagerly anticipate welcoming you back on board for more adventures soon! Warm regards, The Big Bus Customer Service Team

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doramarciaz2026
February 25, 2026
Excelente experiêncie and Thanks tô Raju

Big bus tours well organizar tour Hop on Hop off there is must bvisit plases main attractions abudhabi better way for Very thing by big bus driver Raju he is attrntive and helpful i say Thanks tô him he gave me Lot of information

Operator response

Dear Valued Guest! Thank you for sharing your positive feedback with us! We are glad you enjoyed your sightseeing experience with us on board Big Bus Tours. We have forwarded your kind comments to our Customer Service team. At Big Bus Tours, we strive to offer excellent Customer Service and nothing makes us happier than when our customers are happy! We look forward to welcoming you again soon on board Big Bus Tours. Kind regards BIG BUS CUSTOMER SERVICE

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Love2Holiday2012
February 23, 2026
Best day out in Abu Dhabi

I had a lovely day out with Big Bus Tours. From the nice lady explaining the routes and stops to me outside Abu Dhabi Mall. To all the drivers who were all nice and friendly. I really wanted to find the Observation Deck at the Etihad Towers. And their driver Raju on his own break. Very kindly walked me there from the bus stop. So thank you Raju much appreciated. Can't recommend this tour highly enough. Thank you all.

Operator response

Dear Valued Guest! Thank you for sharing your positive feedback with us! We are glad you enjoyed your sightseeing experience with us on board Big Bus Tours. We have forwarded your kind comments to our Customer Service team. At Big Bus Tours, we strive to offer excellent Customer Service and nothing makes us happier than when our customers are happy! We look forward to welcoming you again soon on board Big Bus Tours. Kind regards BIG BUS CUSTOMER SERVICE

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Alessio_del76
February 18, 2026
Enjoying in Emirates

Wonderful experience in Abu Dhabi, thanks to Raju for the kindly support during the city tour

Operator response

Dear Valued Guest! Thank you for sharing your positive feedback with us! We are glad you enjoyed your sightseeing experience with us on board Big Bus Tours. We have forwarded your kind comments to our Customer Service team. At Big Bus Tours, we strive to offer excellent Customer Service and nothing makes us happier than when our customers are happy! We look forward to welcoming you again soon on board Big Bus Tours. Kind regards BIG BUS CUSTOMER SERVICE

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ulmass2026
February 16, 2026
Excellent tour

Great experience abudhabi big bus and we visit mosque and city tour we enjoyed tour and we recommend my friends and family driver Raju is helopful and attentive

Operator response

Dear Ulmas, Thank you for your kind words, It was a pleasure having you in our beautiful city of Abu Dhabi. We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your experience and we look forward to welcoming you back soon! Warm regards, Big Bus Customer Service

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jamiljohng
February 14, 2026
Best tour

Very Friendly specially Mr Murugan

Operator response

Dear Valued Guest! Thank you for sharing your positive feedback with us! We are glad you enjoyed your sightseeing experience with us on board Big Bus Tours. We have forwarded your kind comments to our Customer Service team. At Big Bus Tours, we strive to offer excellent Customer Service and nothing makes us happier than when our customers are happy! We look forward to welcoming you again soon on board Big Bus Tours. Kind regards BIG BUS CUSTOMER SERVICE

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Tourist53436906715
February 10, 2026
Big Bus Tours Ab Dhabi - NOEL

We had an excellent experience with Big Bus Tour Abu Dhabi, thanks to guide NOEL! He was very professional and genuinely helpful from the first moment. He took the time to understand what we wanted and advised us perfectly throughout our stay. We used the Hop-on Hop-off Bus and visited the Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Presidential Palace Qasr Al Watan. Noel helped us plan everything efficiently and always secured the best prices for our excursions. He clearly explained our options and made sure we got the most value and the best timing. One highlight was the desert safari! . It was beautifully organized and included everything you could wish for. From start to finish, the experience was smooth and memorable. Noel played a big part in making our Abu Dhabi adventure truly unforgettable. We highly recommend Big Bus Tour Abu Dhabi and especially NOEL for his dedication, honesty, and outstanding service.

Operator response

Dear Valued Guest! Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had an excellent experience with Big Bus Tour Abu Dhabi and that Noel made your visit truly memorable. Noel is indeed an outstanding member of our team, and we’re thrilled that his professionalism, honesty, and genuine dedication helped you plan your stay so smoothly. We’re glad he was able to guide you through the Hop-on Hop-off experience, ensure you received the best value for your excursions, and assist with organizing visits to the Louvre Abu Dhabi and Qasr Al Watan. It’s also fantastic to hear that the desert safari was a highlight of your trip. We always aim to deliver seamless and unforgettable experiences, and we’re happy this one met your expectations. Thank you for recommending us and for recognizing Noel’s exceptional service. We hope to welcome you back on your next visit to Abu Dhabi! Warm regards, The Big Bus Abu Dhabi Team

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AnnaK921
February 5, 2026
Too expensive, cheaper to use a taxi

I paid 344 AED, $135 AUD for an 1:50hr tour. I didn’t realise until I got on at 3:30 the guide told us that it was the last bus, & we shouldn’t get off, just stay onboard until we reach the mall again. So I had just paid full price for a round trip. It was a mistake & didn’t realise it. However the map I was given suggested other time frames. Completely got ripped off, & didn’t enjoy it because I didn’t quite get the full experience of all the places, including the free mosque tour I paid for. A taxi ride would’ve been a much cheaper alternative.

Operator response

Dear Anna, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are very sorry to hear about your disappointing experience. This is certainly not the impression we want any guest to leave with. We understand how frustrating it must have been to join the tour later in the afternoon and then discover it was the final bus of the day. Our team always ensure that guests boarding at that time are clearly informed of the schedule, especially regarding the last departure and the ability—or limitations—to hop on and off. Regarding the map timings, we appreciate you bringing this to our attention. We are reviewing the material to ensure it accurately reflects the final service times so no guest is left with incorrect expectations. It is also disappointing to hear that you did not have the opportunity to fully enjoy the attractions you were looking forward to, including the mosque experience. Our aim is to provide a smooth and enjoyable day, and we regret that this was not the case for you. We would really value the chance to look into your experience in more detail and make this right. If you are open to it, please contact us directly with your booking details. Thank you again for your feedback. It genuinely helps us improve our service and prevents similar issues for future guests. Warm Regards, Big Bus Customer Service

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