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Big Bus Vancouver Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour

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Double Decker Big Bus passing by the Steamclock
Library Square
Famous Gastown Steam Clock
Double Decker Big Bus
Historic Gastown

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Overview

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 walking tours of Stanley Park and downtown Vancouver

What's Included

  • Free exclusive free walking tours of Stanley Park and downtown Vancouver with the Audiome Tour App
  • 2 Hour Twilight Tour included with selected products
  • Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour of popular & special areas of Vancouver
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
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What To Expect

Downtown Route

14 Stops | 7 Points of Interest


Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes


Operating Schedule: Duration of route is 90 minutes. Hop-On at any stop along the route. May through September: First tour starts around 8:45am, last pick-ups of the day start at 5:00pm. Frequency is every 20 minutes. October through April: First tour starts around 9:45am, last pick-ups of the day start at 3:15pm. Frequency is every 60 minutes. (Schedule and frequency is subject to change.)

Canada Place

Cruise Terminal/Vancouver Convention Centre/Westcoast Sightseeing Welcome Kiosk

Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront

Near Hotel Entrance on W. Hastings St.

Robson Street

"Shopping District" Blue Horizon Hotel Entrance

Coal Harbour

In Harbour Cruises Parking Lot

Stanley Park Pavilion

Across From the Public Transit Loop

Sutton Place Hotel Vancouver

On Burrard Street, close to Smithe Street

Century Plaza Hotel

On Burrard Street, Across from Sheraton Wall Centre

Granville Island

W. 2nd Ave + Anderson Street

Best Western Premier Chateau Granville Hotel & Suites & Conf. Centre

"Entertainment District" Corner of Granville St. & Helmcken St.

Sandman Hotel Vancouver Downtown

"Sports District" At W. Georgia Street Hotel Entrance

Homer Street

"Library Square" NW corner of Robson Street + Homer Street

Parq Vancouver Casino Resort

Pacific Blvd Across from BC Place by the Pedestrian Overpass

Chinatown

Keefer St. Across from Easy Park

Gastown Steam Clock

In Front of Trees Organics Coee

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Ticket valid for 24 or 48 consecutive hours. Ticket validation cannot be split over days.
  • Stop Frequency depends on season. Summer is every 20-30 minutes and Winter is every 60-70 minutes (subject to change)
  • Recorded commentary available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese and Korean

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Big Bus Vancouver Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Big Bus Vancouver Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Free exclusive free walking tours of Stanley Park and downtown Vancouver with the Audiome Tour App.
  • 2 Hour Twilight Tour included with selected products.
  • Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour of popular & special areas of Vancouver.
  • Audio commentary.
The following is NOT included:
  • Food and drinks.
  • Gratuities.
  • Hotel pickup and drop off.
  • Vancouver Attraction Entry Fees.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 3..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Big Bus Vancouver Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Big Bus Vancouver Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Vancouver. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Free exclusive free walking tours of Stanley Park and downtown Vancouver with the Audiome Tour App
  • 2 Hour Twilight Tour included with selected products
  • Hop-On, Hop-Off Tour of popular & special areas of Vancouver
  • Audio commentary
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Vancouver Attraction Entry Fees

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Ticket valid for 24 or 48 consecutive hours. Ticket validation cannot be split over days.
  • Stop Frequency depends on season. Summer is every 20-30 minutes and Winter is every 60-70 minutes (subject to change)
  • Recorded commentary available in English, Spanish, French, German, Japanese, Chinese and Korean
  • Hop-On Hop-Off buses are now equipped to accommodate collapsible/foldable wheelchairs, walkers, and strollers on a first-come, first-serve basis.
  • Guests may activate ticket in Big Bus app or in person with Big Bus staff at Stop #1, or with driver at any stop along the route

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (PST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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