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Big Bus Sydney Hop-On, Hop-Off & Opera House Tour

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Activity Schedule

  • When does it run?

    Daily

  • Duration

    Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: 24 or 48 hours
    Sydney Opera House: 1 hour

  • Start time

    Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus: 9am to 4pm (depending on the line)
    Fantasea Hop on Hop off Cruise (with Explore Ticket): 8:45am to 3:03pm
    Night Tour (with Explore ticket): 1.5 hour
    Sydney Opera House: 10am to 3pm (Multiple departures)

    Timings are subject to change.

  • Meeting Point

    Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: Hop on the bus at any of the stops to start the tour. First stop is Circular Quay
    Cruise: Wharf 6, Circular Quay or Aquarium Wharf, Darling Harbour
    Night Tour: Make your way to Stop1 Circular Quay

    Sydney Opera House: Make your way to Welcome Centre on the Lower Concourse

  • Ending Point

    Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour: You may end the tour at any of the stops.
    Sydney Opera House: Box Office Foyer

Key Highlights

  • Discover the iconic Harbour City and Bondi Beach with a single Hop-on, Hop-off bus ticket
  • Easily visit attractions like the Sydney Opera House, Hyde Park, Chinatown, and more
  • Upgrade to the Explore ticket to enjoy the Fantasea Harbour Hopper Cruise
  • Get up close to one of the world’s most iconic landmarks – Sydney Opera House!
  • Learn fun facts about Sydney Opera House with an expert guide in tow
  • Both printed and smartphone voucher accepted

Activity Overview

Discover Sydney on a flexible and convenient hop-on, hop-off tour and enjoy the view from Sydney Tower Eye.

SYDNEY HOP-ON, HOP-OFF BUS TOUR

Explore the gorgeous Sydney and the iconic Bondi Beach with these curated and convenient Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tours from Big Bus. Discover attractions and locations at your own pace, just as you wish with 24 or 48 hour ticket. With comprehensive bus routes and strategic stops located close to all the major attractions in the city, it is perfect for first-time visitors looking for an engaging introduction to the city.

Enjoy views of the city’s remarkable skyscrapers, legendary buildings and monuments as well as the gorgeous harbour on iconic open-top double-decker buses while listening to multilingual audio commentary offered in multiple languages.

You have three ticket options to choose from:

Discover Ticket: Valid for 24 hours
Essential Ticket: Valid for 48 hours
Explore Ticket : Valid for 48 hours + Fantasea Hop on Hop off Cruise + Night tour

Some of the major Sydney attractions covered are:

  • St. Mary's Cathedral
  • Bondi Beach
  • Hyde Park Barracks
  • Australian Museum
  • Sydney Opera House
  • Sydney Harbour Bridge
  • Royal Botanical Gardens
  • Sydney Tower

That's not all! Free WiFi onboard so you can capture every moment and share with friends.

SYDNEY OPERA HOUSE TOUR

Discover the stories, histories and magic of the iconic Sydney Opera House on a guided tour and explore Australia’s most famous building. Step inside the hallowed halls where more than 1600 performances come to life each year and walk in the footsteps of stars like John Cleese, Pavarotti and The Cure. Explore the World Heritage site with a chatty and expert guide in tow and learn how Danish architect Jorn Utzon's ambitious vision for a world class performing arts centre came into existence.

And last but not the least, don’t forget to take that picture-perfect selfie on the steps with the sails in the background!

What’s Included & Not Included

Inclusions

  • 24 or 48 hours Big Bus Hop-On, Hop-Off Bus Ticket (as per option selected)
  • Pre-recorded commentary in Spanish, German, English, French, Mandarin, Korean, Japanese & Italian language during Hop-on, Hop-off
  • Fantasea Cruise (with Explore ticket)
  • Night tour (with Explore ticket)
  • Free WiFi on all buses (hop-on, hop-off tour)
  • Sydney Opera House tour
  • Guide during Sydney Opera House tour
  • Visit the major performance venues

Exclusions

  • Entrance to attractions, unless specified

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Important Information

Voucher information: You can show your voucher on your smartphone (But if you’d rather print a copy – that’s fine too!)
Individual vouchers for each activity will be shared with customers after booking.
The date you choose is for the Opera House guided tour. The hop-on, hop-off tour can be taken within 14 days.

Sydney and Bondi Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes
Timings and stops are subject to change. The latest map will be available on the bus.

Sydney Opera House

Wheelchair accessibility: No

Access to individual theatres is subject to availability and may be limited due to performances, rehearsals, and other events.

Please note that part of this tour includes a 300 stairs climb. Please wear comfortable shoes.

Large bags and suitcases are not allowed inside the venue for security reasons.

Videography is prohibited during performances to respect the artists. There may be restrictions on photography in certain areas.

To avoid disruptions, it is recommended to switch off your mobile phone during the duration of your tour.

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    passionate tour guide who was fantastic, even saw the australian ballet in rehearsal for 5 mins wow...

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    Two well conceived circuits. Convenient location of stops. Ample frequency of buses allowing good planning of linked sightseeing and other activities. Sufficient time between...

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